🌱 Man Arrested For Knifepoint Robbery In Mastic + Events & Jobs

Hello all. It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Shirley-Mastic Daily — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening locally. Including news about...

• Man charged for robbery in Mastic.
• The Gateway Playhouse announced the new season.
• Happenings and more!

But first, today's weather:

Colder with some sun. High: 39, low: 32.

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

1. A man was arrested and charged with first-degree robbery in Mastic Beach. According to the police, the man showed a knife to another person on Whittier Drive around 5 a.m. He stole cash from the victim and fled the scene. Police were able to relocate the suspect and press charges. (Patch)
2. The Gateway Playhouse announced the new season of plays open in March featuring "Evita." The production shows Argentina between 1934 and 1952 and the journey of a young woman, Eva Duarte de Perón, who wanted to be an actress. (Patch Events)
3. For those looking for job opportunities in and around Shirley-Mastic, browse through Patch's list of the most recent openings in the neighborhood. (Shirley-Mastic Patch)
4. After years of complaints from residents about the Brookhaven landfill, Town Supervisor Ed Romaine announced the closure of the site will become a reality in 2024. Newsday has the story. (Newsday/Subscription Required)

Today in Shirley-Mastic:

• Case Manager - MMS Community Library. (Noon)
• Relax With Yoga - MMS Community Library. (3 p.m.)
• Get Crafty - MMS Community Library. (4 p.m.)
• Positive Parenting: VIRTUAL - MMS Community Library. (6 p.m.)
• Advanced Battle - MMS Community Library. (7 p.m.)
• Family Literacy - MMS Community Library. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• "A humpback whale that washed ashore in Lido Beach has died, according to officials." (Patch)
• Rage Room Long Island kicks off March 3 in Selden. It will be an exciting game for those who need to relieve stress and life's frustrations. Participants will be able to pick a hammer, crowbar, and other tools to smash TVs, microwaves, and other electronics. (Newsday/Subscription Required)
• Brookhaven is inviting the public to attend the Black History Night celebration on Friday, Feb. 3, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. There will be performances, an art exhibit, food, and more at the Brookhaven Town Hall. All are welcome. (Town of Brookhaven)

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Events:

• An Evening of Laughs at Desmond’s. (February 2)
• 90’s Night! STP, Rage Against The Machine, and Nirvana Tribute Bands! Suffolk Theater. Tickets here. (February 3)
• Long Island Private School Fair. (February 4)
• Be My Valentine Dinner Dance at East Wind. (February 18)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door this Tuesday! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with your next update.

— Debora Whitehead

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