🌱 Car Drives Into Building In Patchogue + Officer Released From SBH

Hey, everybody! It's Saturday in Patchogue, and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in our community today. Hope you all have a great day. Today's briefing includes...

• Officer stabbed in Medford released from the hospital.
• A car crashed into a building in Patchogue.
• Happenings and more!

But first, today's weather:

Breezy in the afternoon. High: 45, low: 27.

🏠 The competition is fierce in Patchogue to be the top local real estate agent. With our exclusive newsletter sponsorships, you can stand out from your competitors and attract local clients. Click here to learn more.

Here are the top four stories today in Patchogue:

1. The officer stabbed in Medford has been released from Stony Brook University. Two officers were transported to the hospital last week after a brutal struggle with a man involved in a fight with a roommate. The cops arrived at the scene in response to a 911 call. (Long Island News12)
2. A car crashed into a building in Patchogue on Friday morning. First responders arrived at the scene on East Woodside Avenue after 10 a.m. No injuries were reported. (Patch)
3. A special concert to help Joseph Casony is set at Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts on Thursday, Jan. 12, at 7:30 p.m. "JoeJo" lost his home and his cat in a tragic fire. Buy tickets if you want to support his cause and enjoy a night of jam with local bandsbuy tickets. (Patchogue Patch)
4. Cameras caught a man ripping down a Black Lives Matter sign at Stony Brook University. The incident happened outside Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at midnight on Oct. 26. Police are asking anyone with information about the matter to contact the police. (Three Village Patch)

Today in Patchogue:

• Solo Joe at The Oar Steak & Seafood. (6:30 p.m.)
• American Saturday Night with Gypsy Soul. (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• "Tax arrears notices were mailed out by the Suffolk County Comptroller's office erroneously to 226 homeowners due to workers’ unfamiliarity with software installed after the September cyberattack, Newsday reported." (Patch)
• Police sought a man who robbed two smoke shops on the same day. The suspect's first stop was at the Nirvana Shop in North Patchogue. Twenty minutes later, he entered the Lucy Smoke Shop and Beer in Shirley and once again demanded cash from a clerk. Both crimes were committed at gunpoint. Take a look at a picture of the suspect. If you recognize him, you can submit tips at www.P3Tips.com. (Patchogue Patch)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Events:

• Acting and Vocal Workshops for Kids and Teens! Register Today! (January 8)
• Add your event

Announcements:

• Over 60? Having some memory issues due to a concussion or traumatic brain injury? (Details)
• Add your announcement

Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll see you around.

— Debora Whitehead

About me: Have a story idea? Please get in touch with me! I would love to hear from you! Wife, mom, foodie, traveler, and nature lover.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Patchogue Daily? Contact me at Patchogue@Patch.com.