🌱Port Jefferson Woman Arrested For Wrong-Way Driving + Wishlist Event

Hello, neighbors! I'm here with your fresh copy of the Port Jefferson Daily, full of everything you need to know about what's happening in town. Today you'll find news about these stories and more...

• Police arrested a driver for driving in the wrong way.
• Check out Newsday's list of best eateries in Port Jefferson.
• Shop, Snack, and Sip event is this Wednesday, and more!

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy and breezy. High: 41, low: 35.

Here are the top four stories in Port Jefferson today:

1. A Port Jefferson woman was arrested for driving the wrong way on Nesconset Highway on Saturday morning. Officials received a 911 call around 3 a.m. reporting that a 2020 Honda Civic was traveling the wrong way on the road. Police said the driver was intoxicated and made the arrest. (Smithtown Matters)
2. Life is merrier with good friends, food, and good times! Long Island Newsday lists the best restaurants in Port Jefferson, chosen by "Critics' picks." The Slurp Ramen, The Pie, Roger’s Frigate, The Steam Room, PJ Lobster House, and others are among the picks. (Newsday)
3. Wishlist Wednesday starts this week in Port Jefferson! There will be a selection of retailers from 5 to 8 p.m. waiting for customers with deals, snacks, and sips! Visit the Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce website for details. (PJCOFC)
4. A teen driver is facing assault charges for hitting two pedestrians intentionally. According to the police, the teens quarreled before the incident. The teens were taken to a local hospital to treat minor injuries. Officials said the driver would need to respond in court on an unknown date. (News12)

Today in Port Jefferson:

• JFK Holiday Helpers - Comsewogue School District. (All Day)
• Sunday Crafternoon - Port Jefferson Free Library. (2 p.m.)
• Teen Perler Bead Sorters - Community Service. (2 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Santa Mailbox is back in Port Jefferson! Could you write a letter to Santa, put it in a self-addressed envelope, and drop it off at the Village Center through Dec. 16? You will receive a response! (Port Jefferson Patch)
• " The Port Jefferson woman accused of shoving a well-known elderly voice coach, leading to her death days later, is expected to finish a psychological evaluation within the next month, Newsday reported." (Port Jefferson Patch)

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Events:

• You Can’t Go WRONG this Holiday Season with Broadway’s Funniest Smash Hit! (December 11)
• A Wonderful Christmastime Handbell Concert. (December 16)
• North Shore Community Band Holiday Concert. (December 16)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Sunday! I'll see you soon.

— Debora Whitehead

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