🌱 Boat Washed Ashore In Shirley + MMSCL Toiletry Drive For Veterans

Good morning, everybody! It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Shirley-Mastic Daily. Here's all the community news you need to know right now. In today's Daily, you'll read about these stories and more...

• U.S Coast Guard looks for the owner of a mysterious boat.
• House struck with bullets in the neighborhood.
• Donate to help our veterans today and more!

But first, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy, brief showers. High: 66, low: 53.

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Here are the top four stories four today in Shirley-Mastic:

1. Officials are looking for the owner of a boat that washed ashore at the Smith Point County Park in Shirley. The United States Coast Guard officials confirmed the 25-foot boat was found on Sunday night with no one on board. Police continue to search and are asking anyone with information to call the Coast Guard's Sector Long Island Sound Command Center at 203-468-4421. (Patch)
2. Shots were fired, and a house on Huguenot Drive in Mastic Beach was struck. The incident happened on Sunday morning. A resident called 911 to report the shooting. Police arrived at the scene, but no arrests were made, and no injuries were reported. (Shirley-Mastic Patch)
3. MMSC Library is putting a care package together to help our veterans! If you would like to support our community library and give a special treat to our local heroes, donate toiletry care items at the library through Nov. 6. Access the list with suggestions and consider donating today. (MMSC Library)
4. Nearby Events: The Patchogue Boat Parade kicks off in November. The traditional event is free for the public, and features themed decorated crafts sailing around the Patchogue River on Nov. 20 at 5 p.m. (Patchogue Chamber Of Commerce)

Today in Shirley-Mastic:

• Virtual Literacy: Low Beginner - MMS Community Library. (9:30 a.m.)
• Case Manager - MMS Community Library. (Noon)
• Get Crafty - MMS Community Library. (4 p.m.)
• Tail Waggin' and Readin' Fun! - DROP IN. (4:30 p.m.)
• Town of Brookhaven - Country Line Dancing. (7:15 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Holidays are around the corner, and there's nothing better than enjoying a warm dessert after a fantastic meal. Long Island is served by various family-owned bakeries that use local produce to create the best recipes for all. Click on the link to see Patch's list of the must-go stores to get a pie for your holiday celebrations. (Patch)

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• Institutional Insights - Market outlook, investment ideas, and wealth planning strategies. (November 3)
• Westhampton Beach Brewing Company Fall Funk Festival. (November 5)
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You're officially in the loop for today! I look forward to seeing you tomorrow morning for another update.

— Debora Whitehead

About me: Have a story idea? Don't hesitate to get in touch with me! I would love to hear from you! Wife, mom, foodie, traveler, and nature lover.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Shirley-Mastic Daily? Contact me at shirley-mastic@patch.com.