🌱 13-Year-Old Dies From Hit-And-Run + Events In Port Jefferson

Hey, everybody! It's Monday in Port Jefferson, and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally, including news on:

• Teenager struck in hit-and-run has died at Stony Brook Hospital.
• Community will "mix" at Curry Club at Saghar this evening!
• Buy tickets for the Artoberfest in Setauket and more!

But first, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy, showers around. High: 66, low: 48.

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Here are the top three stories in Port Jefferson today:

1. The teenager struck in a hit-and-run in Coram early this month has died from his injuries. He was hit while walking with his sister on Granny Road. Both siblings were taken to Stony Brook University to be treated. Police continue investigating the case and looking for the driver responsible for the crash. (TBR News Media)
2. Port Jefferson Curry Club at Saghar is hosting its monthly North Shore Mixer Monday at 6 p.m. Local businesses, community leaders, first responders and the community will meet at the restaurant to hang out and socialize with the village's residents. (Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce)
3. Artoberfest is coming to the neighborhood! Preservation Long Island and Long Island Museum will host a festive afternoon featuring food, music, arts and crafts at the Sherwood-Jayne Farm at 55 Old Post Road, East Setauket. The event kicks off on Saturday, Oct. 22, starting at noon. Tickets can be purchased here. (TBR News Media)

Today in Port Jefferson:

• Dynamic Kids: PUMPKINS! - Port Jefferson Free Library. (10 a.m.)
• Crystal Bowls & Reiki Circle - Port Jefferson Free Library. (10 a.m.)
• Long Island Quilters - Port Jefferson Free Library. (1 p.m.)
• ONLINE: Slow & Gentle Yoga - Port Jefferson Free Library. (1 p.m.)
• Teen Fortnite Tournament - Port Jefferson Free Library. (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• The self-guided Fall Art kicks off Monday in Port Jefferson. This is the time of the year to get coffee to go for a stroll throughout the village to appreciate the artwork of over 30 local artists. Visit the Chamber of Commerce office at 118 W Broadway, Port Jefferson, to get an exhibit map. (Port Jefferson Village Center)
• Cub Scout Pack 41 Port Jefferson had so much fun welcoming the Pre-K and K kids to their event. There were many happy faces. Thanks Port Jeff PTA!" (Cub Scout Pack 41 Port Jefferson, NY via Facebook)
• Historical Society of Greater Port Jefferson: "Thank you to everyone who volunteered or bought something at our country auction. It was a huge success. Thank you!" (Historical Society of Greater Port Jefferson via Facebook)

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