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Hello, Shirley-Mastic. I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town, including updates on:

• Writing workshop at MMSCL.
• Officer stabbed in Medford released from the hospital.
• Nearby news and more!

But first, today's weather:

Breezy in the afternoon. High: 44, low: 26.

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

1. A creative writer's workshop is set for Thursday, Jan. 12 at 2:15 p.m. at Mastic-Moriches-Shirley Public Library. Instructor Anne Kelly-Edmunds will lead participants into a creative and supportive environment. Register to attend here. (Patch Events)
2. The officer stabbed in Medford has been released from Stony Brook University. Two officers were transported to the hospital last week after a brutal struggle with a man involved in a fight with a roommate. The cops arrived at the scene in response to a 911 call. (Long Island News12)
3. Cameras caught a man ripping down a Black Lives Matter sign at Stony Brook University. The incident happened outside Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at midnight on Oct. 26. Police are asking anyone with information about the matter to contact the police. (Three Village Patch)
4. Nearby News: For those who like to try new spots on Long Island, a new seafood takeout place is coming to Miller Place! Maggie's Eatery is owned by Tyler Hannibal and will serve fresh seafood dishes and various drinks! (Daily Voice)

Today in Shirley-Mastic:

• Savings Goals for the New Year - MMS Community Library. (10 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• MMS Community Library is set for the grand opening of the Mastic Beach Satellite Branch on Jan. 14. A ribbon-cutting ceremony begins at 10 a.m., followed by a tour of the new facility and refreshments at 369 Neighborhood Road. (Shirley-Mastic Patch)
• Save the date for the Suffolk County Forum to present the Smith Point Bridge Reconstruction plan. The meeting is set for Jan. 18 at the William Floyd High School auditorium at 7 p.m. (Shirley-Mastic Patch)

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