Disaster Declaration+Youngest Chess Grandmaster+Petito's Memorial

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First, today's weather:

Clear throughout the day. High: 73 Low: 61.

Here are the top stories in Port Jefferson today:

1. Village Of Port Jefferson- Major Disaster Declaration: Suffolk County has received a Major Disaster Declaration from the Federal Government because of damages caused by Hurricane Ida. If your home, business, or property sustained any damage from this storm, you may be eligible for assistance through FEMA, Small Business Administration, or other resources. FEMA has set up a recovery center at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center, 739 RTE 25A, Mount Sinai, NY. This center is open daily from 8a.m to 7p.m. (Village of Port Jefferson)
2. Port Jefferson Student aims to be the youngest chess Grandmaster: Of millions of players worldwide, only 1,738 people are recognized as grandmasters by the International Chess Federation. The title signifies mastery of the game and is held for life. It opens doors to compete for tens of thousands of dollars. And it elevates a player to the level of greats like the late Bobby Fischer or the current No. 1-rated player, world champion Magnus Carlsen of Norway. Tani Adewumi, who lives in Port Jeff, has been proving his potential as a magnificent chess player as he's been participating in Championships and being successful in such a young age. As he practices his strategies for ten hours a day, he says his aim is to be the youngest chess grandmaster. (Newsday)
3. Nearby News: Gabby Petito Public visitation services to be held Sunday on Long Island, in Holbrook on this Sunday, Sept.26 . The memorial will take place at Moloney's Funeral Home from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers Gabby's family is asking for donations to the future Gabby Petito Foundation. Petito's dad, Joseph, expressed his thanks for all the support the family has been having from all the community. (NewsBreak)
   4.Village Of Port Jefferson: Fall branch pickup program. Please have branches out prior to start date of your area, as we will only be through your area on those dates and cannot be on every street every day. (Press Release Desk)

Today in Port Jefferson:

• SOLES for All Souls 5k Race and 2K Walk. (9 a.m.)
• Free Mini Photos Sessions in Long Island! (9 a.m.)
• Crossover Christian Church Services. (10 a.m.)

Port Jefferson Patch Notebook

• Port Jefferson, NY: "This lovely serene scene photo is courtesy of one our own shutterbugs Brian Rowe of our Parks Department."(Facebook)
• Greater Port Jeff-Northern Brookhaven Arts Council: "Screening at Theatre Three⁠ 412 Main St, Port Jefferson, NY, 11777. Guest Speaker: Marq Evans, Director, Moderated by Tom Needham, Host of The Sounds of Film at WUSB radio LIN." (Facebook)
• Choose Adoption to Save More Than One Animal's Life: Pet adoption is a numbers game. When you rescue one dog or cat, you save their life and also the life of the next homeless animal that gets their spot at the shelter/rescue. Make a double adoption and that’s four lives saved. The opportunity to make a difference is endless". (Long Island Press)
• High School In Suffolk Removes Indian Mascot Logo From Building: "A controversial high school mascot on Long Island has been pulled following years of debate over the issue".(Rutherford Daily Voice)

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Events:

• Fun with Toddlers- Comsewogue Public Library. (September 27)
• Watercolor Paint Reveal Pictures. (September 27)
• MS/HS School Photos HS AUD - Port Jefferson School District. (September 28)
• Open Auditions ALL AGES AND ABILITIES for the 25th Annual Port Jefferson Charles Dickens Festival. (September 28)
• Community Service Popsicle Halloween Decor. (September 28)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Sunday! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new update. If you're enjoying these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— Debora Whitehead

About me: Debora Whitehead is a dedicated wife and homeschooling mom from Coram, NY. She has a Bachelor Degree in Education and loves to teach and write. Her passion for the community reflects on her volunteering work at the 'Mariposa Ministry", a non-profit family assistance program. One of her strongest believes is Jesus Christ and when she is not Parenting, Teaching or reading, she is writing. One of her favorites quotes is " The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams"- Eleanor Roosevelt.

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