🌱 Man Arrested For Catalytic Converters Theft + Library Costume Swap

Hello again, neighbors! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your new edition of the Patchogue Daily, fresh off the presses. Follow along to find out the most important things happening in town, including updates on:

• Man arrested for connection with catalytic converters theft.
• Library Costume Swap 2022.
• Pat-Med hosted a Career Day Event and more!

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny; breezy, cooler. High: 60, low: 41.

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Here are the top five stories in Patchogue today:

1. A man was arrested for stealing catalytic converters in Suffolk. According to the police, the suspect stole the mechanical part on Suffolk Avenue in Bellport. Later on, the thief, whose identity has not been released, was later released on a "desk appearance ticket." (Patchogue Patch)
2. For those looking forward to enjoying the Halloween events, don't forget to participate in the Patchogue- Medford Library Costume Swap 2022. You can donate a gently used costume and pick another one on Saturday, Oct. 15, at 9:30 a.m. (Patch Events)
3. Patchogue- Medford High School Annual Career Day was hosted on Oct. 3. Supervisor Ed Romaine spoke at the event. According to Romaine, “Career Day at Patchogue Medford High School helps to build a connection between students and people in the community who can help guide them as they consider their career path options. Thank you to Mr. Ferrante and Mr. Smiloff for their efforts in organizing this annual event.” (Press Release Desk)
4. Medford Fire Department battled a blaze at the Medford-based Tractor Supply Company located at Route 112 on Thursday. Officials reports said the building was unoccupied during the incident. (Patch)
5. The Suffolk Sheriff's Open House And Family Day community event returns after two years of cancellation on Sunday. The fun starts at 11 a.m. and goes until 3 p.m. Come out to enjoy exhibits, jail tours, truck rides, and more! (Patchogue Patch)

Today in Patchogue:

• SMART Friends & Family Workshop at PMPL. (10 a.m.)
• Drop In Free Play at PMPL. (10:30 p.m.)
• SMART Recovery at PMPL. (Noon)

From my notebook:

• Patchogue-Medford Library: "A sudden change in the weather cast doubt on plans for our Hometown Explorers: Explore the Great South Bay program on Saturday, September 24, but we needn't have worried!" (Patchogue-Medford Library via Instagram)
• Steuben Society of America: "Below is the postage stamp commemorating the 300th anniversary of the founding of Germantown, Pennsylvania in 1683. Happy German-American Day!" (Steuben Society of America via Facebook)
• Holy Angels Regional School - Patchogue: "Emily and her troop were honored tonight by Legislator Thorne for their community service. They just completed over 20 hours each to help Almost Home Animal Rescue!" (Holy Angels Regional School - Patchogue via Facebook)

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That's it for today. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with another update!

— Debora Whitehead

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