🌱 Patchogue Daily: Death Investigation + Egg Hunt + Summer Jobs

Hey, neighbors! It's me again, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Patchogue Daily.

First, today's weather:

Cloudy. High:50, low:40.

Here are the top 5 stories in Patchogue today:

1. Police are seeking community help in the investigation of the death of an East Patchogue man. Benjamin Herold walked from 7-Eleven in East Patchogue back to his home on Atlantic Avenue on Oct. 30. He was found outside his home with a leg injury that resulted in his death. Police believe his injuries were the result of being struck by a vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to call the police. (Newsbreak)
2. Chamber of Commerce will host an Easter Egg Trail Hunt at Farmingville Hills County Park. The event is set for April 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The park is located at 501 Horseblock Ave., Farmingville. Tickets are $15 per child and the ages are 2-10 years. (Mommy Poppins)
3. Village of Patchogue started the spring season with a new Starbucks that is now officially open on Main Street. The shop opens every day at 5 a.m., except on Sundays when it opens at 6 a.m. It closes at 10 p.m. each night. (Greater Long Island)
4. Nearby News: State-of-the-art ground vehicle transportation center had its grand opening at MacArthur Airport. Thursday was a day to celebrate the new hub center for all ground vehicles like rental cars, taxi stands, and ride-hailing services. The center will open for customers on April 6. (News 12 Brooklyn)
5. Looking for a seasonal job in Long Island? The Town of Smithtown is now accepting applications for those looking for a summer job. Click on the link to check all positions available and apply. (Smithtownjobs)

Today in Patchogue:

• SO — School Musical — "Annie" — Patchogue-Medford UFSD. (All Day)
• Teach at the Beach — Fire Island National Park. (10 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• "The Gateway Playhouse's new season, featuring an array of Broadway hits, will open with the Go-Gos-themed 'Head Over Heels' in June." (Patch)
• "Jake's 58 Casino Hotel of Islandia and Northwell Health are partnering to send medical supplies to hospitals in Ukraine, according to a news release from Suffolk Off-Track Betting (OTB)." (Patch)
• Fifteen photos: Patchogue Restaurant Committee raises $11,000 for Ukraine with a 'Taste of Patchogue' outing. (Greater Long Island)

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— Debora Whitehead

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