🌱South Country School District Sued Over Landfill + Jobs In Patchogue

Hello all. It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Patchogue Daily. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening locally. Today you'll find news about:

• A Patchogue family will sue the town and school district.
• Learn about events at our library.
• Happenings, jobs, and more!

But first, today's weather:

Afternoon rain. High: 46, low: 42.

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Here are the top four stories today in Patchogue:

1. A Patchogue family is suing the Town of Brookhaven and the South Country School District over a toxic landfill close to the school that has allegedly caused their son to die from lymphoma cancer. The community has been complaining about the site for years. The mother said officials failed to protect their son from toxins exposure. Read the whole story here. (Patchogue Patch)
2. Patchogue Grace Care Ministries hosts a drive-through food pantry every Wednesday at 28a Industrial Boulevard in Medford from 10 a.m. to noon. If you know someone who can benefit from this event, don't hesitate to spread the word and help those suffering from food insecurity in the neighborhood. (Patch Events)
3. Are you planning a party on Super Bowl weekend? If so, Patchogue-Medford Public Library has a unique program for those who want to learn different dips recipes and snacks to make the occasion special. Samples will be provided! The class starts at 6:30 p.m. today. Register here. (Patch Events)
4. County Executive Steve Bellone is in the last year of his term, and now it's time for candidates running for his seat to raise funds to support campaigns. Suffolk County Democratic Dave Calone expressed gratitude for those who helped him raise a total of $1.7 million in funds for his race as County Executive. Read the whole story here. (Three Village Patch)

Today in Patchogue:

• Read Like It's Snowbody's Business at PMPL. (9:30 a.m.)
• LIEOC ESOL Clases de Ingles at PMPL. (10 a.m.)
• Virtual Genealogy Discussion Group at PMPL. (10 a.m.)
• Teen Carnegie Crew at PMPL. (4 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• For those looking for job openings in and around Patchogue, Patch lists its weekly guide with the newest slots in the area. Good luck with your search! (Patchogue Patch)
• Three men were investigated and burst for an illegal car meet-up in Yaphank. Charges include driving recklessly at an unsafe speed. They are scheduled to appear at a First District Court in Central Islip. (Patchogue Patch)
• The Catholic Healthy Bus will be at the parking lot of the PMPL on Thursday, Jan. 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome to get a free blood pressure screening, BMI, blood testing, and more. No insurance card is necessary. All are welcome. (Patch Events)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with another update!

— Debora Whitehead

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