🌱 Stony Brook CulinArt Caterers Under Fraud Investigation + Events

Hey, neighbors! It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Three Village Patch newsletter. Here's all the local news you need to know right now, including...

• A New York attorney is investigating catering company CulinArt.
• The Three Village Farmers Market returns in May!
• Happenings and more!

But first, today's weather:

Turning sunny; breezy, mild. High: 55, low: 45.

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Here are the top four stories in Three Village today:

1. A New York attorney triggered an investigation of catering company CulinArt, which serves Stony Brook University, for allegedly misreporting costs and sharing payments with the university. The investigation started due to a review of financial documents. Read the whole story here. (Statesman)
2. The Three Village Farmers Market returns in May! Opening day is set for Friday, May 26. There will be vendors with produce, crafts, food and live music. It's a particular spot in the neighborhood to get to know people and enjoy local goodies. Notice that vendors are being accepted. Visit the link I've shared to apply! (TVHS)
3. The Bad Little Big Band is to perform at the Jazz Loft on Thursday at 7 p.m. Vocalist Madeline Kole takes the stage in the event! Tickets can be purchased here. (The Jazz Loft)
4. There is no question that Long Island is known for its beautiful beaches, restaurants and history but have you seen the dark side of the Island? I recently came across a blog that lists the six creepiest' spots on Long Island. Of course, the abandoned Northville Psychiatric Hospital is the first on the list! (Malorie's Adventures)

Today in Three Village:

• One-on-One Medicare Telephone Counseling at ECML. (10 a.m.)
• Films at Noon: Isn't it Romantic? At ECML. (Noon)
• MC/Friends of Music CHS Pops Concert at Centereach HS. (7 p.m.)
• POPS Concert - Centereach High School. (7 p.m.)
• Library Board Meeting - Emma Clark Memorial Library. (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• "Brookhaven Town officials are considering accepting ownership of the historic colonial-era homestead, the Manor of St. George in Shirley, where one of the biggest battles of the American Revolution was fought on Long Island." (Patch)
• Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra will perform at Staller Center on Saturday, Feb. 18. The program features "The Dancing Moonlight Shostakovich," "Romeo and Juliet" and other classics conducted by Michelle Merrill. Find tickets at Staller Center. (Staller Center)
• The Three Village CSD released a brochure with all continuing education courses for Spring 2023. There is a resident senior discount available. The good news is that if you are interested, you can sign up online. Access all the information here. (Three Village School District)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door this Wednesday! I'll see you soon.

— Debora Whitehead

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