🌱 Man Arrested Under Leandra's Law In Patchogue + Happenings In Town

Good morning, everybody! It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Daily. Let's start this day with a quick guide to the most important things happening these days in town, including updates on...

• A Medford man was arrested in Patchogue for driving while intoxicated.
• Learn the best places to enjoy Christmas lights on Long Island.
• Small Business Saturday kicks off this weekend and more!

But first, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 53, low: 32.

Here are the top four stories in Patchogue today:

1. Police caught a drunk driver on Route 112 in Patchogue. Ian Vallejo was intoxicated and had his son, a 14-year-old, as the passenger in his vehicle on Saturday. Vallejo has been charged under Leandra's Law for having a minor in the car while driving under the influence. (Patchogue Patch)
2. If you are wondering where are the best spots to watch holiday light events on Long Island, access the link with six shows that will be hosted this holiday and start planning your family/friends' outings today. (LongIsland.com)
3. Patchogue Small Business Saturday is on Nov. 27. The event features deals throughout the stores in our community and this year, there is a special edition. Santa Claus will be at the lobby of the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts offering free pictures! (Patchogue CofC)
4. Nearby News: A family from Setauket sought a liver donor match for their 8-month-old daughter who needs a transplant. Little Sadie is at the Mount Sinai Children’s Hospital in New York City. The baby has been diagnosed with rare biliary atresia. A GoFundMe page has been set up to help the family while Sadie is under treatment. (News 12 Bronx)

Today in Patchogue:

• "El Binomio de oro" at Stereo Garden. (9 a.m.)
• Shands Holiday Social at Brickhouse Brewery. (6 p.m.)
• Thanksgiving Eve Party, with Old School Classic Rock at Pine Grove. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• The Patchogue-Medford Public Library closes at 3 p.m. today due to the Thanksgiving holiday. (PMPL)
• The 60th Annual Patchogue Christmas Parade kicks off on Saturday, Nov. 26, at 6 p.m. on Main Street. The event starts at the corner of West Avenue and marches down the Main, ending at Route 112. This event will take place rain or shine. (Facebook events)
• Lots of restaurants on Patchogue Main Streets offer Happy Hour, Taco Tuesdays, Wing Wednesdays and other events. Look at our Chamber of Commerce website and learn when and where to go whenever you want a memorable outing in the Village! (Patchogue CofC)

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— Debora Whitehead

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