🌱 Port Jefferson Station Man Struck On Ocean Avenue + Jobs & Events

Hello again, everybody! It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Port Jefferson Patch newsletter. Follow along for everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days, including updates on:

• Port Jefferson Station man fatally struck on Ocean Avenue.
• The Jazz Loft celebrates Black History Month with an art exhibit.
• Jobs, happenings, and more!

But first, today's weather:

Breezy and not as cool. High: 51, low: 29.

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Here are the top four stories in Port Jefferson today:

1. A pedestrian was fatally struck by two vehicles at Ocean Avenue on Sunday afternoon. A 58-year-old man from Port Jefferson Station was crossing the street around 7:30 p.m. and was hit by a Mercedes and another car. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead at the scene. (Long Island News12)
2. The Jazz Loft in Stony Brook celebrates Black Month History with an exhibit of Louis Armstrong, Lloyd Trotman, and other Black jazz musicians! This event is set for Thursday-Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. For more information, visit thejazzloft.org. (Newsday/Subscription Required)
3. Save the date for Port Jefferson Mather Hospital's free diabetes prevention program. A lifestyle coach will help participants with tips to change their lifestyle to prevent the disease. Classes begin on March 20 from 6 to 7:15 p.m. Registrations can be made at Debora.Rippel@suffolkcountyny.gov. (Patch Events)
4. Nearby News: NYC Officials announced the end o the vaccine mandate for police officers, firefighters and teachers. The COVID-19 restrictions led hundred of city workers to lose their jobs for refusing the shot. Now, such rules will end Friday. Read the whole story here. (LI News12)

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Today in Port Jefferson:

• Art Gallery Show: Poquott: Past & Present at Village Center. (All Day)
• Cricut Club: Valentine's Day Craft - Port Jefferson Free Library. (11 a.m.)
• Clay Play - Port Jefferson Free Library. (11 a.m.)
• Teen Soda Challenge - Port Jefferson Free Library. (4 p.m.)
• Winter Watercolor Window Craft - Port Jefferson Free Library. (6:30 p.m.)
• Codependents Anonymous - Port Jefferson Free Library. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Looking forward to trying a new eatery on the Long Island scene? La Perla Restaurant and Bar is now open at 65 East Main St. in Riverhead. There you will find a variety of Hispanic, Italian and American dishes. The new spot opens seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.(Riverhead News Review)
• Suffolk Police had a unique rescue mission this week. Officers rescued a dog from frigid Lake Ronkonkoma on Sunday morning! Nobody knows how the puppy ended up in the water, but he was rescued safely and no injuries were reported. (News 12 Long Island)
• A new list of jobs is now available at Port Jefferson Patch. Every week we release an updated guide with the latest opening in and around the neighborhood to give extra help to those looking for employment. Visit the link to see what's new this week. (Port Jefferson Patch)

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Events:

• (mostly) TRUE THINGS: Stories About Bad Valentines/Worst Dates Ever. (February 11)
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You're all caught up for today. I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update!

— Debora Whitehead

About me: Have a story idea? Please get in touch with me! I would love to hear from you! Wife, mom, foodie, traveler, and nature lover.

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