The Nativity Scene is no longer at it's former location, on Main Street Patchogue, NY
The Nativity Scene was set-up in front of Saint Francis DeSales, on South Ocean Avenue, in Patchogue. As I have been told, the Nativity Scene was moved so that it would be in a more appropriate location. Unfortunately I missed the tree and Nativity lighting on December 14, 2009. Maybe next year! I personally feel that the Nativity Scene should be on Main Street, simply because of the high visibility location.
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Nativity Scene at the location of Emanuel Lutheran Church
Thanks to Emanuel Lutheran Church, Main Street, Patchogue, NY, we do have a Nativity Scene on Main Street, but not in the prime location, near the Patchogue Theatre.

To our Christian friends, let us say:
Merry Christmas

To our Jewish friends let us say:
Happy Hanukkah

To our friends in the Black Community, that have helped this Neighborhood Watch Group in numerous way, let us say:
Happy Kwanzaa

Why do we not have a similar sign in Patchogue?

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Report Crime via email to the 5TH Precinct in Patchogue.

On Tuesday December 1, 2009, I attended the “monthly open community meeting,” at the Suffolk County Police Department, Fifth Precinct, on Waverly Avenue, in Patchogue. Inspector Mojica reported that there are no major chronic crime problems in the Fifth Precinct. The Inspector did say that we do experience crime, but at a rate that would be normal for the average community.

Inspector Mojica reported that a few instances of burglary have occurred in East Patchogue, but because of reporting by the average citizen, the burglars were arrested.

The commanding officer told the people that attended the meeting that most of the criminals in the fifth Precinct, are brought to justice, because of “tips” from local residents.

We were advised to report neighborhood problems via email to:

SCPD.5THPRECINCT@suffolkcountyny.gov

Please forward this email address to your friends and family!

I am sure that these community meetings at the Fifth Precinct have had a positive effect on our area. Local residents have come to realize that their concerns have indeed been addressed by the police department.

The residents that attended the monthly community meetings in the past spoke with a sense of urgency. Obviously many of the urgent problems have already been addressed. This last community meeting took on a more casual persona.

Please address your neighborhood concerns to Inspector Aristides Mojica, and send them to the email address above. It is so wonderful to know that you have a friend at the Fifth Precinct!

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The Plaza Theatre May Not See the Bulldozer!
Patchogue, NY
The dilapidated remains of the once majestic Plaza Theatre stands as an eyesore on the Montauk Highway, which is the Eastern Gateway to Patchogue. While many are contemplating the demolition of this Plaza Theatre, some are considering the possibility of rebuilding.
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On November 23, 2009, I received an email from the Patchogue Arts Council, advising me of a presentation by Campbell Dalglish, who is a founding member of the Patchogue Arts Council. This presentation was given at the Patchogue Village Hall, during the regular monthly Patchogue Village Board Meeting.
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Mr. Delglish made a presentation to the people of Patchogue, informing them that a movement was in motion to save the Plaza Theatre, and turn it into an Arts Film Theatre, a Media Arts Center, and Media Arts laboratory complex.
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The Theatre would be divided into three rooms, each having 75 seats. These rooms would be used for business multimedia presentations; and also to show “Art type films.” Art films are specialty films that would not normally be shown at a Multiplex Theatre. Art films are generally viewed by intellectual people.
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The Media Arts Center would be used as a classroom, to educate and serve the teachers and students of our local schools. The Media Arts Laboratory would contain, state of the art film editing equipment that is generally too expensive for the amateur film maker to have in his living room.
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I originally went to Mr. Campbell’s presentation fearing that this proposed complex could interfere with our Patchogue Theatre. Our Patchogue Theatre has turned out to be a panacea for Patchogue Village; the last thing that we need is two theaters that are within blocks of each other.
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This proposal is being evaluated by the town and county government; Patchogue Village does not have anything to do with approval or rejection of the proposed complex. The presentation was made to the Patchogue Village government, and residents, as a courtesy.
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After listening to the presentation, the entire audience gave Campbell a round of applause, conveying their approval of his proposal. I too believe that this is a worthwhile endeavor that will benefit Patchogue Village!

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OUR PATCHOGUE FIRE DEPARTMENT VOLUNTEERS

I received a phone call from a friend of mine, inviting my wife and I to attend a Lions Club Breakfast, at the Patchogue Fire Department, on Jennings Avenue. The "Breakfast" was held in the Hall, which is located on the second floor of the Patchogue Fire Department.

As I casually glanced toward the window, I saw a small group of people reacting to something that was going on outside. My curiosity got the best of me and I too was compelled to see what was going on! When I looked outside I saw the members of the Patchogue Fire Department, practicing and honing their skill at extricating a person who has been trapped in a vehicle, during a car crash.

I have seen this type of operation a few times on TV, but from my vantage point on the second floor of the Fire Department, unexpectedly looked upon this exercises in a different light. I did not see a sterile TV screen, but instead I saw my neighbors, freely giving their time, practicing a skill that would indeed be used to help people that get involved in serious car crashes. What I saw was a group of men that have demonstrated that they "give a damn" for someone else other than themselves! These firemen were "putting their money where their mouth is;" while I was eating breakfast, they were all working on our behalf, without pay!


The training session went as follows:
The hydraulic jaws are inserted into the seam of a car door. As you can see the door is already starting to separate from the car.
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In this photo the jaws have forced the door to a point where it is just about ready to fall off of the car.
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Finally the front and rear windows have been cut straight across, to allow the car roof to separate from the car. The fireman are about to lift the car roof up, and fold it over toward the trunk; this will allow removal of a trapped person.
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This is a video of a part of this operation.
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We, as residents of Patchogue, should also "put our money where our mouth is" and support our local Fireman and Ambulance Company. The next time you see the Patchogue Fire Department, selling Christmas Trees or Easter plants, it might be a good idea to lend them a helping hand, by extending your support!


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Reader Comment:

As a proud member of the Patchogue Fire Department I thank you for bringing what we do to the public's attention.... But to be totally correct, as soon as the Patchogue Fire Department opens up the car with their heavy tools, the extrication of the patient and all patient care becomes the responsibility of the men and women of the Patchogue Ambulance Company. While our 2 agencies work together to insure the public's safety, the Patchogue Ambulance Company rarely receives any credit in the media for the job these dedicated folks do. The Patchogue Ambulance Company responds to 2400 calls a year, its members are trained as EMT's and Paramedics and save countless lives in our proud 75 year history!
Folks in Patchogue should rightfully be proud of both of these fine agencies.

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Webmaster Comment:
I totally agree with you, the Patchogue Ambulance Company does indeed deserve credit for the needed service that they provide. My wife required the services of the Ambulance Company last year.

To this day I am still impressed at the concern and professionalism displayed by the EMTs and Paramedics from the Patchogue Ambulance Company. I can distinctly recall the feeling that I had as they entered my house; they presented themselves as friends and neighbors! My wife's healing began even before she was taken out of my house on a stretcher! A female EMT spoke just a few magic words to my wife; she said Mrs. ..... you have such a lovely home! After that my wife displayed a sense of relief, knowing that she was not in the hands of some entity, but in the hands of concerned "neighbors and friends."

Please contact davispark2000-manw@yahoo.com
we must give them the credit that they deserve; send photos and text.

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Stickball Reunion in Brooklyn
Anyone who was raised in Brooklyn New York is familiar with the non-Olympic sport called Stickball. Similar to Baseball, a broomstick is used for the bat and a soft rubber ball is used instead of a hardball. The street is used as a substitute for a Baseball Diamond. The utility sewer covers were used as Home Plate, and Second base. Two automobiles that happened to be parked in the right place were used as First and Third Base.
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A group of X Brooklynites have been returning to the location of their youth to share in a good old fashioned game of Stickball!
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Please read the wonderful article That was written by Dennis Hamill, and Published in the New York Daily News.
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http://www.nydailynews.com/ny_local/brooklyn/2009/09/29/2009-09-29_old_and_new_collide_for_a_tale_of_two_brooklyns.html

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FIGHTING HATE CRIME ABUSE WITH MORE ABUSE
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A Google search of the phrase "hate crime Patchogue," revealed that 17,000 articles were written, mostly by Ethnic Groups, condemning our home town. Most of these articles did not produce constructive suggestions, but instead just attacked our municipality.
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We will never have peace and harmony until we stop the literary attacks! Instead of setting goals and working toward a solution, many ethnic groups just regurgitate and distribute old news, which has the effect of repeatedly inflicting pain on people from both sides of an issue. Ethnic groups, through their Blogs, repeatedly attack the innocent residents of Patchogue, New York, a municipality in which a hate crime occurred.
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I stand beside myself in disbelief; educated people who write these Blogs, continually try to control a Bee Hive with a Baseball Bat, instead of Honey! Instead of putting their effort into joining forces with the silent majority, they continue to attack these innocent people, that had nothing to do with with the terrible Hate Crime.
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The bottom one percent of any civilization houses the criminal element. Unlike the community minded majority, the criminal minority operates above the law; so what is the purpose of chastising the silent majority? We have had one catastrophic murder in our town, which could have happened anywhere! The silent majority also detests this murder.
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The ethnic groups and the silent majority should actually be on the same side, but assaults from the ethnic groups continue; to the tune of 17,000 literary attacks. These assaults are not directed toward the criminals, but toward the descent residents of Patchogue. The criminals are given a "Free Pass."
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The media must realize that their attacks against innocent people have the effect of creating more animosity, which will ultimately beget more violence! When will it all end?
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The bloggers refuse to, and are not willing to even entertain the possibility, that the residents of Patchogue, NY, actually live in harmony. The truth is that the Black, White, and Hispanic communities, of Patchogue, do indeed live in harmony.
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What does it take to make people that write articles with tainted information, realize that "Camelot" is alive and well in Patchogue! The residents and politicians of Patchogue, comprised of, whites, Blacks, Hispanics, Italian, Irish, and many other ethnic groups, have together transformed our town from a crime ridden wasteland, into a vibrant community. We have also been successful in maintaining our vibrant village.
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I am saddened to see that the media has and continues to mindlessly attack Patchogue. This is the same as allowing a bulldozer to bury an archaeological site, instead of studying the evidence for the benefit of all!
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Hate Crime is the epitome of abuse; literary assault through Blogs, is also a form of abuse! So fighting abuse with more abuse is absolutely absurd!
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Flash of light seen off of Long Island
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Saturday, Sept. 19, 2009, 8:00 PM
A flash of light and smoke was seen over the water at both Jones Beach, and Smith Point. Reports were coming in to the Police Department, who dispatched watercraft to investigate the incident.

The Coast Guard was also dispatched to investigate the suspicious illumination that was visible over the ocean.

About twenty minutes after the Illumination and smoke filled the sky, the police department was advised that the strange phenomenon was actually caused by a National Weather Service Missile!

"Yeah right!" "Tell me another one!"
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Love to have you neighbors:
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Knights of Columbus #725 of Patchogue invites you, your family & friends to our annual fundraiser
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Kn ight @the Races

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this Friday Sept 18th 7pm at our beautiful Council Hall, located at 38 West 1st Street, - first left (West) on Waverly after the bypass.
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Come one, come all and enjoy food, fun and games of Change right here in Patchogue featuring dinner, drinks - beer, wine & soda and admission is:
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$10.00

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Bargain of the year- be there or be square

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LAST TWO PATCHOGUE HATE CRIMES CANCELLED

A Spanish Pentecostal church in Patchogue, NY, has been the victim, of what was termed “hate crimes,” on two separate occasions, within the last week. Three letters which contained hate crime material, were put on the Alter, after breaking into the church. On a separate occasion bottles and heavy objects were thrown at the church, late at night.

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It was later discovered that the two despicable acts of violence, that were originally termed, Hate Crimes, against Spanish people, were perpetrated by a Spanish individual. It was reported that the alleged Spanish perpetrator, was trying to become a member of the church, and was allegedly rebuffed by its membership.

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After discovering that the alleged “Hate Crimes,” were committed by a person of Spanish descent, the “crimes” were temporarily cancelled. The crimes committed by this individual, were re-defined as “Hate Crimes against a church!” Technically the perpetrator did not have a problem with the Pentecostal religion; he wanted to join them! This entire incident is nothing more than a dispute between a church and it's leadership.

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Unfortunately, because of "trial by media," the residents of Patchogue are once again guilty of two “Hate Crimes;” all 12,000 of us are now expected to hang our heads in shame, for something we had nothing to do with!

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We are having trouble with violations against Spanish people, because we are a community with a very large Spanish population. For a community with 45 percent of the housing units being rental units, we have done amazingly well. Somehow we have managed to provide for people that are in the lower middle income bracket, and still have a wonderful quality of life. The media has painted a picture of Patchogue, that is absolutely flawed! The international community has indeed lived together in harmony, until the criminal element decided to commit murder.

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The media side-stepped an apology to Patchogue, by flaunting a $240. gift that was given to repair the damage caused by the dissident. Pentecostal churches traditionally ask for ”the first ten percent of your salary,” as a Tithe or donation. It is not uncommon for an individual of modest means to give $10,000. to their church. The perpetrator turned violent because he said that the church was asking for too much money; and his donations were not large enough.

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I question the entire rational behind "Hate Crimes!" Is a person who is ready, willing, and able to indiscriminately assault and kill anyone, for no reason, less dangerous than a person who only hates "Italians?" I would give a longer jail sentence to a criminal who kills for no reason at all, as opposed to someone who has a perverted compulsion toward a single ethnic group. For the sake of pacifying Political and Ethnic Action Groups, we are literally giving the most dangerous criminals, a distinct advantage.

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(Names have been intentionally omitted; we have all had more than our fair share of grief!)
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WORDS THE WEAPON OF CHOICE

“Words” are indeed the weapon of choice for most people. Unfortunately, non-participants can be made to appear as co-conspirators, simply by manipulating the text. “Words” can be made to hit their mark, every time, but are often redirected to suit a personal agenda.

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Local Patchogue Residents Criticize United Press International Article

I believe that UPI, has been remiss in reporting about the sex trafficking incident of August, 11, 2009. The name of our town “Patchogue,” appeared in capital letters, affixed to the beginning of the first paragraph, in a recent UPI article. By virtue of our name appearing in “large print,” a reasonable person would connect sex crimes, with our home town.

Three individuals were arrested for sex trafficking. Their places of business were in Farmingville, Lake Ronkonkoma, and about four other locations throughout long Island.

One of the Alleged perpetrators, Antonio Revera, lived in Patchogue, another in Medford, and a third alleged perpetrator, lived in Bellport. What if one of the alleged perpetrators lived in Greenport? Would attaching the name of a respectable community, in all capital letters, be a proper thing to do. The"town of Greenport" did not commit a crime. The "town of Patchogue" did not commit a crime; so why is our name in capital letters?

The alleged incidents of sex trafficking did not happen in Patchogue, but in two other long Island communities. The reporter should not “headline” these communities, because they too are victims!

Although the crime is hideous, the news media should use care when writing their articles; one word in the wrong place, can and will punish an entity that had nothing to do with the incident.

I would like to commend Newsday for their coverage of this sex trafficking issue. Yes the names of the towns where the alleged perpetrators lived and operated their illegal enterprise was indeed published; in the third paragraph. The name of our town did not take on the appearance of a headline. Newsday was careful to punish the perpetrators, not the local communities that were also victimized, by virtue of having these alleged criminals operate in their town.

Any salesman knows that if you want to sell a product to a potential customer, the customer must like you as a friend, before business can transpire. This same truism also pertains to selling newspapers. Hopefully the offending text will be removed from the UPI.com article.

HTTP://www.upi.com/Top_News/2009/08/11/Three-charged-with-sex-trafficking-in-bars/UPI-15081250014560/

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Patchogue Unbalanced Media Coverage
I am ecstatic to see the Muslim community stand up and defend themselves against an implied affiliation with an alleged terrorist. We the residents of Patchogue have also been taking a literal beating from the media, because of implied connections with alleged criminals such as Bryant Neal Vinas. An alleged criminal decides to move in with his parents, and an entire community of Ten thousand people are automatically convicted by the media, by virtue of association. In actuality the media's linkage of our village with the alleged criminal, should really be called, guilt by proximity. Like the Muslim Community, we too do not know or have affiliations with the person in question.
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Please read the article, published in the "Times Beacon Record."
http://www.northshoreoflongisland.com/Articles-i-2009-07-30-80854.112114-sub_Editorial_Dont_paint_MC_Muslims_with_Bryant_Vinas_brush.htmlAn

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An article about crime in any community has the effect of deflating public opinion of that municipality. A blitz of bad press also has the effect of causing the locals to inadvertently “give up “ on their own community, because of one sided reporting.

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It is a well known fact that if you say something that is untrue, often enough, it will eventually become true, in the eyes of the public. A blitz of negativity has the effect of destroying a community, even though the criminal element represents a very small percentage of that community.
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So what has the news media accomplished by totally focusing on negativity? First of all commerce is scared away from the very establishments that news media depends on for their advertising revenue.

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If I were the CEO of a news provider, I would instruct my staff to write positive things about all of the municipalities, and businesses, that I depend on for survival!
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I have not been pleased with the bad press that has been inflicted on Patchogue village, in the past. The media has been notorious for their practice of flaunting the bad issues, and ignoring the positive issues!

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Alas, I am starting to see some change in the media. Someone has written an article that actually considers both sides of an issue, and allows the reader to draw his own conclusion.

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Please read the article, published in Newsday
Terrorist and Navy hero both called Patchogue home
http://www.newsday.com/columnists/other-columnists/terrorist-and-navy-hero-both-called-patchogue-home-1.1327188

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Hopefully the media will start to publish more positive articles about Patchogue. Positive articles foster a symbiotic relationship between municipalities and the media. "Good press," and we both win!

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We the residents of Patchogue must cast our vote for our community by directing our advertising money to media that publishes favorable articles about our village.

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Video Filmed in Patchogue

In the wake of the Marcelo Lucero disaster last year, the "Unity Coalition" is in the process of making a full length documentary which bolsters multicultural and multiracial harmony. This film is scheduled to be aired next year on television.

Please view segments of this video via YouTube.

http://www.niot.org/?p=1914

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The Knights of Columbus Council #725 of Patchogue
(will celebrate our nation’s independence, this 4th of July, with the)

1st annual, Tires Incorporated

Knights 4^thFest

Starting this Thursday to Sunday, July 2^nd & 3^rd 5pm-11; July 4^th & 5^th 3pm-11;at Saint Joseph College Patchogue Campus, on Waverly Ave and Sunrise Highway.Featuring!

Nevins Carnival rides, including a giant Ferris wheel, and Long Island’s oldest Carousel.

The first ride is free with purchase of 20 ride book-just mention WRCN Radio at the ticket booth.

Much more with Craft Fair exhibits, Italian Style Beer Garden, Knights Food Court with hot Zeppolis, Sausage Pepper Hoagies, Candy apples, Friendly’s Ice Cream fresh hot zeppolis, sausage and peppers, candy apples and more! foods, drinks and more foods.

Part of the proceeds to benefit the Special Olympics. Be there for the fun and celebrate our Nations 233^rd birthday.

Hours are July 2^nd & 3^rd 5pm-11; July 4^th & 5^th 3pm-1.

Info call 576-9817

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Grounds of the Sixth District Court in Patchogue, not Properly Maintained By Suffolk County!
What is Your First Impression of Patchogue Village?
If one could drive directly into Patchogue village, bypassing the west end of town, one's impression might be favorable. The Patchogue Garden Club and Chamber of Commerce, have always worked feverishly to maintain the appearance of our "home town."

Our village government and service clubs, have not been sitting idle, "just watching the flowers grow." Our elected officials, friends, and neighbors, have militantly addressed quality of life issues, resulting in the demolition of the old Lace Mill. Briarcliff College currently resides at that location.

The first impression of the West side of Patchogue Village would and should be very favorable, but we do have an impediment to our A+ rating; the Suffolk County Sixth District Courthouse, on Main Street, Patchogue.

The Sixth District Court landscaping has for years, been neglected, by the County of Suffolk. Last July an email and photos of the Sixth District Court grounds, was sent to the Suffolk County Highway Department, at their request. One year later, new photos were taken, revealing the same neglect, that directly reflects on our village. The Hedges are not trimmed, and the flower Beds are filled with Weeds, instead of Flowers.

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Flower Bed is Full of Weeds

Main Flower Bed Contains no Flowers, Just Weeds

Hedges are not Trimmed or Groomed

The first impression is most important! As soon as a prospective customer or homeowner sees the disarray at the Sixth District Court grounds, they will certainly have a negative opinion of Patchogue Village. The resale value of our homes can be directly equated to the appearance of our village shopping area.

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If a municipality does ten things right, and one thing wrong, the prospective customers and homeowners, will always forget the good things, and forever remember the bad! In addition the bad things will forever be vocalized at every opportunity! life is a stage, and the game of life mandates that no one be given the opportunity to see anything that could be perceived as flawed!

Las Vegas Nevada Landscape

In contrast I have provided a few photos of the Las Vegas, Nevada, Town Square shopping area. As you can see, the visual candy will indeed encourage a potential customer or homeowner to consider this location.

Hopefully the County of Suffolk will hear our plea, and properly maintain the grounds of the Sixth District Court, in Patchogue.

Please click the link below that says "comments," and read the interesting dialog

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The "Great Patchogue Lake" is Currently Inaccessible!
As you can see, our lake is fenced in. There have been questions as to why the fence was put up in the first place. Photos were taken on Lake St. near Briarcliff Collage. Both the Patchogue Beautification Committee and the Concerned Citizens Committee have been for years, trying to flaunt, preserve, and protect our beautiful lakes, with limited success.

Obstructed View of "Great Patchogue Lake," from Lake St.

Fence Looking East down Lake Street

Debris is allowed to accumulate behind the fence, which could ultimately finding its way into the lake.








This is the beautiful view of the "Great Patchogue Lake,"that we could have, if only the area was cleaned up!

(Photo was taken between a link in the existing Chain Link fence)
Robert Calarco, who is the Chief of Staff, for Legislator Jack Eddington, says that Legislator Eddington is committed to helping in every way that he can!

Jack is currently working with the DPW, as well as the County Attourneys Office.

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Patchogue Village has been a productive player in the effort to sustain our lake.

Our Village applied for and was granted special funds to help sustain our Beautiful lake. Patchogue Lake was stocked with special fish, that by virtue of their eating habits, will control the growth of undesirable vegetation.

I looked at the lake, and the fish appear to be doing their job!

Swan Lake Needs Help Too!

Which view do you prefer?

The first photo is what a passing westbound motorist should see, when entering Patchogue from the Montauk Highway. Unfortunately the second photo depicts the actual view as a motorist passes Swan Lake; the view is totally obstructed with overgrown foliage.

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Debris is allowed to accumulate ultimately creating a "muck" that is commonly found in a swamp!

Canadian Geese also a problem:

The Canadian Geese are also creating a situation that needs some attention. Canadian Geese have dominated both Swan Lake, and Patchogue Lake!

Reclaiming Swan Lake is a bit more problematic, because responsibility for this specific location involves both the Town, and the County Government. In addition, the Swan Lake Park Civic Association, is also an active player in the ongoing proceedings!

Hopefully we will reclaim Swan Lake, as well as Patchogue Lake this summer!

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Announcement from Jessica Boehm;
Sachem Alumnus Heroes Welcome:
Hi Leaders:
I can't think of a better way to get ready for Memorial Day with your troops than to recognize one of Sachem's own who proudly served his country and gave so much. If you can, please forward this to your troop parents, your friends and family. This man deserves a hero's welcome!

Subject:
Wounded Warrior Homecoming Holbrook. To all SYAG members and neighbors (Bob - please forward to all SYAG members, to pass along to managers, coaches and parents). On Saturday, May 16th Corporal Chris Levi, a Holbrook native and former, Sachem student, will be coming home to Holbrook after a long recuperation at, Walter Reed Army Hospital in Washington, DC. Chris, 26 years old, suffered the loss of both his legs above the knees and the use of his right arm during combat in Iraq. Chris will be arriving at LI McArthur Airport at 12:30 pm on Saturday the 16th of May. With the efforts of the Holbrook FD and the local communties, we would like the streets to be lined with people starting from Mollie Blvd> in Holbrook all the way down Broadway Ave to Vet's Hwy greeting Chris home. Please let's all make every effort to pass the word and to be there to welcome this brave young man and soldier home and and show him how much we appreciate his service, sacrifice and how proud we are of him. American flags will also be passed out to all. Please forward this to all SYAG parents and local neighbors in the area. For more information, please call 631-484-3197. See attached ad in "Our Place" magazine. Join ChristianMingle.comR FREE! Meet Christian Singles in your area. Start now! (See attached file: Homecoming Vet.jpg

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Columbiettes Spring Craft Fair in Patchogue:

The Patchogue Columbiette #725 are hosting a Spring Craft Fair.

DATE: Saturday May, 2, 2009

TIME: 10 AM to 4 PM

LOCATION: Knights of Columbus Hall,
38 W. First Street.

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Bed and Breakfast Issue in our Village!
Someone who lives in the vicinity of Lake Shore Drive, Patchogue Village, thought it would be a great idea to change the Village code, to allow creation of a Bed and Breakfast, in any area of our village including 1A Residential. A proposal was submitted to our village, and addressed by our village government.

At the March 9, 2009, Patchogue Village Board Meeting, the issue of allowing applications to open a Bed and Breakfast, in a 1A residential area, was considered. This change to our code would allow an applicant to start a Bed and Breakfast business, next to your house!.

It appears that we in the Maple Avenue Neighborhood Watch have been focusing on certain issues and ignoring other issues. As I have said many times, when our quality of life is acceptable, we as a group tend to be passive.

I must admit that I did not know that this important issue was being considered at the March 9, 2009 Village Board Meeting! I wish that the agenda of upcoming Village Board Meetings was published on the Village Web Site. “Joe the Plumber,” simply doesn’t have the time or the desire to rummage through the legal notices every week! I would rather go to the Beach!

Someone did their homework! All and every rule pertaining to allowing someone to open a Bed and Breakfast in a residential area was meticulously laid out. Go to the Patchogue Village Web Site and read the Minutes of the March 9, 2009 Board Meeting.

http://www.patchoguevillage.org/

Twenty five residents from Patchogue signed a Petition opposing establishment of code allowing a Bed and Breakfast in 1A Residential areas of our village. A few non residents, and two residents, spoke in support of allowing a B&B to operate in 1A Residential Zoning.

Some local residents see a Bed and Breakfast as yet another Boarding House.

Honestly, I personally have a big problem with a B&B in any area of our village. I personally am in favor of a moratorium on Bed and Breakfasts, as well as Boarding Houses. We must learn from our past, or else we are doomed to repeat it.

Another resident was concerned that TriTec, the company that is going to build the Hotel, might be upset with the possibility of new legislated competition.

The Patchogue Village Board reserved decision; that means that it could be passed at any time without notice, possibly in a different form, such as allowing a B & B to operate in the Historic District! I doubt that this could be passes in any form, in lieu of the overwhelming opposition to this issue.

I personally feel that the village of Patchogue is literally crippled when it comes to housing issues. A member of this Neighborhood Watch Group said that her neighbor is operating an illegal boarding house, but the village could do nothing. (Please forgive me for not giving specific details! It would be totally reckless of me to divulge information that could be used to bolster yet more illegal Boarding Houses!)

(The material necessary to write this article was abstracted, from the published Minutes of the March 9, 2009 Patchogue Village Board Meeting.)

Neighborhood Watch Members:
Please reply to this article with your comments: (No anonymous comments will be accepted on this issue! I must recognize your email address; although all names will remain confidential.)

Send emails to the email address listed below!
davispark2000-manw@yahoo.com

Reply to Joe the Plumber:
Dear “Joe the Plumber”:

Please be advised that the Village Board Agenda is posted on the Village website on the Friday prior to the Monday night meeting (2nd and 4th Monday’s of the month). On rare occasions we are unable to post it on Friday, but as a general practice, it is always posted by the close of business on Friday.

Regards,
Patti

Patricia M. Seal
Village Clerk
Village of Patchogue
14 Baker Street
Patchogue, New York 11772

Comment from a MANW member:

A member of our NW said that he is not against a Bed and Breakfast, in a "Tourist Area," possibly near the water, but against a B&B in a residential area.

Maple Avenue Gazette goes interstate
I recently visited longtime friends in New Jersey. My wife and I met Eddie and Arlene Forty Six years ago on our honeymoon in Bermuda. We managed to maintain contact through the years, and even visit each other occasionally. On my most recent visit, to celebrate Eddie’s 70Th Birthday, I started to talk to Eddie about local Patchogue issues. To my surprise, Ed knew exactly what I was talking about, and also had opinions on our local issues! I was surprised when Ed told me that he has a shortcut to our Gazette on his desktop, and reads it occasionally! Wow what a surprise!

I hereby make Eddie and Arlene honorary consultants to the Maple Avenue Gazette, simply because they care enough to look!

My definition of a friend is someone who calls or emails, once a year, to see if I am dead or alive! Reading this Blog also fills the above requirements!
Thank you Ed and Arlene for a wonderful time!

Happy Birthday Ed!

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