🌱 Pedestrian Hit On North Dunton Ave. In Patchogue + Happenings

Good morning, friends! It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Patchogue Daily. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town. In today's Daily, we'll cover these stories and more:

• A pedestrian was hit on North Dunton Avenue in East Patchogue.
• PMPL celebrates Black History Month with good music!
• Happenings and more!

But first, today's weather:

Breezy in the afternoon. High: 39, low: 27.

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Here are the top four stories today in Patchogue:

1. On Wednesday, a pedestrian was hit on North Dunton Avenue in East Patchogue. First responders arrived at the scene around 7 a.m. Luckily, only minor injuries were reported. Read the whole story here. (Patchogue Patch)
2. Patchogue-Medford Public Library celebrates Black History Month with the "A Song For Miles: Story Walk." This event is set for Friday, Feb. 3, from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. No registration is required to enjoy unique classical hits across the library. (PMLIB)
3. Police are searching for the truck driver who struck a utility pole on Patchogue Main Street on Monday. Over twenty businesses were out of power due to the incident. The driver fled the scene after the crash on Terry Street around noon. (Patchogue Patch)
4. Have you heard of the Groundhog Day events happening on Thursday? That's an excellent chance to take the kids out for fun activities and see their prognostications. One of the events will be hosted at the Holtsville Ecology Center at 7 a.m. Refreshments and bagels will be provided. (Patch)

Today in Patchogue:

• Vinyasa Yoga Before Work at PMPL. (7 a.m.)
• Caregiver Support: Elder Law at PMPL. (1 p.m.)
• Math Homework Help for Teens at PMPL. (4:30 p.m.)
• BAY - Tell Me A Story - Patchogue-Medford UFSD (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Police seek a man for using a stolen credit card in Islandia. In December, the suspect purchased merchandise at Famous Footwear at 1770 Veterans Memorial Highway. Visit the link to see a picture of the man and if you recognize him, contact the police. Patch)
• For those who enjoy participating in St. Patrick's Day events, a fundraiser parade will be held at the Harp and Hound on Sunday, Feb. 5! This outing is perfect for those who enjoy dancing, drinks, appetizers, and live music. The Harp and Hound is at 528 East Main Street in Central Islip. (Smithtown Chronicle)
• "Brookhaven officials are offering a 50 percent discount on about 12,000 overdue parking violations — amounting to over $3.5 million in outstanding tickets — through the town's amnesty program from Feb. 15 through March 15." (Patch)

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Events:

• Long Island Private School Fair. (February 4)
• Improv and Magic Workshops for Kids and Teens. (February 6)
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You're all caught up for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with a new update!

— Debora Whitehead

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