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Happy Wednesday, Port Jefferson! Here's everything worth knowing today in town.

First, today's weather:

Cloudy. High: 46, low: 19.

Here are the top 5 stories today in Port Jefferson:

1. Some Port Jefferson School students were guests on the “Spotlight on Long Island Schools” show on LI News Radio 103.9 FM. During their participation, students shared their efforts to conduct the fundraiser “Save Madagascar,” created after an article was read in class about how climate change has brought famine in Madagascar. (PJSchools)
2. The Section XI Boys Swimming Championships happened at Stony Brook University on Feb. 12. Among winners, Comsewogue’s Noah Giunta placed first in the 100-yard butterfly event with a 50.67 and second in the 100-yard backstroke with 51.59. Congratulations to all athletes!
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3. Nearby News: Fire Island Ferries, Inc. is planning to suspend services after failed negotiations with the Village of Ocean Beach board. On an official statement, the Ferry company expressed intentions to suspend services on March 1, because they have been operating under an expired contract for over a year but are hoping to reach an agreement as soon as possible. (Greater LI)
4. Port Jefferson Village Board of Trustees meeting is set for Feb. 20. The meeting will be held via Zoom at 3:30 p.m. The link to access the meeting is available here. (Portjeff.com)
5. Friendly reminder of Port Jeff Presidents’ Day Bar Crawl, on Feb. 20, at 3 p.m. Come out to have fun this weekend in the village in celebration of President's Day. The most creative costume will win prizes! (PJ CofC)

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Today in Port Jefferson:

• Boyle Random Acts of Kindness Week — Comsewogue School District. (All Day)
• Gallery Exhibit — Wooden Ghosts of the Past at PJ Village Center. (9 a.m.)
• Lullaby Together Time: Cozy Valentine (Comsewogue). (10 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• Port Jefferson, NY: "Port Jefferson, formerly called The Drowned Meadow, is rich with history dating back to the early 1900's. We have dedicated a new page on our official website to the stories about our forefathers from the area, feel free to share your family." (Facebook)
• Port Jefferson Free Library: "Happy Valentine's Day from your friends at the PJFL! Take a chance on reading this month and go on a blind date with a book!" (Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Port Jefferson Village: "Looking for someone near Massapequa to help a self-sufficient elderly person. Take her for a walk. Help with light chores. Two days a week flexible for 2-3hours each time. $25 per hour." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Port Jefferson Village: "If you are looking for an excellent live-out nanny for your children, I am responsible, organized and come with great references. My name is Destiny, I am 21 years old and have four years of experience, also worked in a church setting." (Nextdoor)

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Events:

• Journey Tribute Show with ALMOST JOURNEY at Moose Lodge. (Feb. 19)
• Crossover Christian Church Services at the Community Center. (Feb. 20)
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That's it for today. I'll see you soon!

— Debora Whitehead