Patchogue Long Island's Christmas Village:

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The Christian Community is Determined to

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"Keep Christ in Christmas."

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In a letter to hundreds of Knights of Columbus members Philip Butler once again Initiates his "Keep Christ in Christmas" Campaign. In previous years many merchants preferred not to use the actual name of the holiday that is celebrated on Dec. 25, which is " Christmas," but instead use the term "Happy Holiday."

For fear of upsetting the Atheist Community, merchants generally use what is intended to be a more general term for Christmas, which is "Happy Holiday." Unfortunately many from the merchant community, do not understand, that Christians are mandated by Biblical Scripture, not to be ashamed of or conceal the name of their creator. Christians are not allowed to put the name of their sacred holiday, "Christmas," under the rug.

Many feel that the act of re-naming, altering, or substituting something into their religious beliefs is unacceptable.

Religion has been the reason for many wars in the past; remember the Crusades. Do religious people take their religions seriously? Absolutely! Currently 76% of the United States population are part of the Christian Community, and do indeed represent a substantial segment of our population.

I am a firm believer that all Religions share common ground; they all believe in a higher authority. Each and every Religious Group deserves respect and consideration by the other Religious Groups. We must all coexist in an atmosphere of mutual respect.

Wouldn't it be a wonderful Christmas if this issue could be resolved this year!

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The following letter was written by Philip Butler, to hundreds of
"Knights of Columbus" Members.

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Brother Knights:

The start of the Christmas Season is only a few weeks away so please Remember to support those who support Christmas – and keeping Christ in Christmas.

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A Great Store that does just that right here on Long Island– if you want Christmas trees and gifts it would be well worth the trip to Westbury as it’s a Christmas Wonder Land, check them out at:

(Click products - then Christmas)

http://www.hicksnurseries.com/

E-mail
hicksinfo@hicksnurseries.com

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If you want to help make Patchogue Long Island’s Christmas Village, just e-mail me back to get started right now.

Philip Butler
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Christmas Cop of Patchogue

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Patchogue, NY

NEWS CORP is WRONG CABLEVISION is RIGHT

News Corp has pulled back Fox 5 and My 9, from the Cablevision lineup because they want more money from Cablevision. I usually do not align with Cable vision but in the case of News Corp.; Cablevision is right! Actually "House is the only program worth watching! Why should we pay more for a provider that provides us with what I consider to be, sub standard programming material.

News Corp. is licensed by the FCC to sell Commercials and provide programming over the Air, free of charge, which they are currently doing. Now they want to charge the customer twice, once up front through Cablevision, and then a second time through their commercials. I remember a fellow that did that; he was called Blackbeard the Pirate!

I recommend that the FCC and our politicians reconsider this situation, and act accordingly. This is the worst form of Consumer Abuse; forcing us to pay twice for the same programming.

PLEASE call

1 877 NO TV TAX

You will be able to leave a voice message for News Corp.

You should have heard what I had to say!

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Important!
It might be a good idea to register?

The Suffolk County Police Department has recently implemented a "CodeRed" Emergency Notification System. This system allows the police department to communicate to subscribers information such as a missing child, a missing Alzheimer's patient, an active shooter event, or other information potentially helpful to subscribers who receive this information. Members of the public will have the ability to register their cell phone numbers and email address to receive emergency notifications. To register, visit www.suffolkpd.org. Click on the Suffolk County Home icon and then click on the "CodeRed" icon and follow the prompts.

Aristides Mojica
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Commanding Officer
Fifth Precinct

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Patchogue, NY

Town of Brookhaven

Saturday October 9, 2010

The Sandspit Marina, In Patchogue is Closed!

(This sign, purchased by the Town of Brookhaven with your Tax Money, is used to deny you access to the Great South Bay, after Dusk. Please tell me that this is just an unfortunate mistake, made by a misinformed employee!)

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My Saturday evening got off to a wonderful start, my wife and I decided to go out for dinner. After the meal, we decided to go down to the water to enjoy the quiet serenity of one of our most valuable resources, the Great South Bay.

We arrived at the Sandspit Marina at 7:45 PM; to my shock the entrance was barricaded! My wife and I were not allowed to enter the Marina. We were not allowed to go near the water, as we have been doing for over Fifty Years!

Traditionally there have been signs saying that the Facility was officially closed at dusk, but people were allowed to enter the Park. That rule was not strictly enforced! To my horror Two signs saying "PARK CLOSES AT DUSK," were blocking access to the Park.

What are our politicians smoking? They have eyes that cannot see! We the residents of Long Island tolerate the Humidity, and everything else Mother Nature can throw at us, because we enjoy the water!

Who in their infinite wisdom decided to barricade the Sandspit Marina at 7:45 PM. This is unconscionable! Our elected officials preclude us from enjoying a resource that we pay them to manage and protect. If the general populous considered the Sandspit to be a worthless liability, then the facility might best be sold to a developer!

This could not be farther from the truth; The taxpayers of Brookhaven want access to their treasured facility; the Sandspit Marina!

Politicians; get out from behind your varnished Mahogany benches! Get away from your Microphones, STAND ABSOLUTELY QUIET, and take a deep breath! Just think about what you have done!

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String of Burglaries in Patchogue Perps Arrested
In an earlier email I was a bit concerned about what was reported as a string of burglaries in our village. Finally the good news was published in the Long Island Press; the Burglars were caught.

http://www.longislandpress.com/2010/09/24/patchogue-pair-arrested-for-7-burglaries-in-3-weeks/

There was also a Car break-in, a Home Burglary, and an attempted Home Burglary in our Neighborhood Watch area. The attempted Home burglary was foiled by one of our neighborhood watch member. The burglary in our area could have been part of the crime spree!

Last night a suspicious character was reported looking into cars on Northridge St. A report was called in and the authorities addressed the situation.

A few other neighbors have been voicing concern, but the situation appears to be under control. As a Neighborhood Watch member you must not hesitate to call either 911, or the Patchogue Public Safety at 475 1225; depending on the situation. If we continue to report problems, the problems will stay under control.

Complacency is a disease that triggers the demise of a community! Keep the calls coming to 911 (Police) or 475 1225 (Patchogue Public Safety)

A Prominent Community Figure, who by virtue of his job, is intimately connected with the problems of our area, reports that our crime statistic is just about the same as it has always been. This comes as a relief! Although choosing to remain anonymous, this individual does indeed deserve and command our respect!

Our area is now served by a new part of the Mainstream media, that follows the new model for journalism; disseminating news; that is local to a single area. Patchogue Patch disseminates news exclusive to the Patchogue area.

At first I was upset with "Patchogue Patch," because they published the Police Blotter. I am not an advocate of hanging one's dirty laundry out of a front window; but time and observation has caused me to change my perception of this new publication!

As mentioned earlier in this article, complacency is the real enemy! I now feel that it is important for our community to be aware of new problems!

Please read the latest edition of Patchogue Patch. As published in the "Patch," two other burglars that operated in our area, were also brought to justice.
http://patchogue.patch.com/

The picture is clear; open reporting has increased awareness. It is also evident that our Fifth Precinct has been doing a great job, keeping the criminal element under control. Please click the Long Island Press Link at the top of this page.

I must also stress the importance of "the eyes and ears" of Patchogue Public Safety. I personally feel that we wouldn't be able to live here in Patchogue without the contribution of our Public Safety Officers.

Please read and support Patchogue Patch; a welcome addition to our community.

MANW


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Patchogue 4th of July 2010 Parade Photos
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The parade started at 1:30 PM because the Fourth was on a Sunday this year. Attendance was down because many people had plans to attend family functions.
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The Parade starting time was late this year because of Church services. Wouldn't it have been wonderful if the Priests and Ministers had their members march in the parade in lieu of attending a Mass or Service!
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Emanual Lutheran Church


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Civil Air Patrol

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Lions Club

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Shinnecock Native Americans

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Pyrate Brotherhood

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Patchogue Village Officials

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Patchogue Village Officials

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Fire Departments

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Vintage Fire Truck

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Patchogue Ambulance

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Native American Veteran

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Knights of Columbus

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US Army

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Guardians of the Children

"Guardians of the Children" is an advocacy group charged to prevent all forms of Child abuse through education, support and interaction with various child protective agencies.

Child Abuse Hotline 1 800 252 5400

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Brookhaven Town Float
My favorite Float! I just loved the signs!
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"Salute the Armed Forces,"

"Proud to be an American."

"God Bless America."
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The signs say it all!



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Patchogue, NY

Fifth Precinct Community Newsletter From:

SCPD.5thPrecinctNewsletter
SCPD.5thPrecinctNewsletter@suffolkcountyny.gov

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The following information may be of interest to anybody who has a stake in Corey Beach, Blue Point:

• The Fifth Precinct received a report that a subject described as a white male, approximately 60 years old, gray hair, salt and pepper beard, wearing a hat, navy blue shirt, and small round sunglasses; offered a 12 year old a ride to the beach. The vehicle was described as a black suburban. Anyone who observes suspicious activity of the type described above should call 911. Anyone who becomes aware that a family member or friend was or is approached by the above described subject should call the Fifth Precinct.
  
  Aristides Mojica
• Inspector Commanding Officer
  
• Fifth Precinct

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Patchogue, NY, Mascot Dock

Unexpected Social Encounter on Mascot Dock in Patchogue

My wife and I often go to Mascot Dock, at the end of South Ocean Avenue, in Patchogue, just to relax and enjoy the beautiful view. A few weeks ago on one of our normal visits to Mascot Dock, we were unable to get a parking space; the entire dock parking area was filled with cars, but not one person was on the Dock! It appears that Mascot Dock may have been used as a parking lot for a local establishment.

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As I have been told, the Village of Patchogue has taken some action to remedy this situation. On Saturday night June 26, 2010 my wife and I visited Mascot Dock to see if the Parking problem had been solved. As we drove onto the dock, the parking situation seemed to have been corrected.

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Instead of just sitting in my car, my wife and I decided to stroll down Mascot Dock, just to see if Patchogue residents were actually enjoying the facility that they pay taxes to support.

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We started to talk to a family, who had a handsome clean cut, articulate teenage son. The entire family were catching crabs. They were hoping that the real big crabs would be available in a few weeks. They were just delightful to talk to!

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We then walked past four Patchogue Residents who brought their own folding chairs, and were enjoying the beautiful evening. One of the women looked at us and said Hello! Wow! "I was surprised because people in New York generally don't say hello to strangers!" We then started to chat with the Four Patchogue residents.

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We walked further down the dock and met a Delightful young couple who were "Crabbing," using a "Crab Trap." We talked about cooking crabs in a Frying Pan using Beer!

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We then started to talk with a women who appeared to be visually impaired. The women was with her daughter who was about Ten Years old going on 30; she was a delightful young lady! We talked with them for about Twenty Minutes.

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I was surprised that we had spent over an hour, socializing with our neighbors. I could think of no better way to end a busy Saturday, than with an unexpected social encounter, on Mascot Dock!

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This unexpected encounter with the International community in Patchogue only supports what I have been saying for years; we are a community that lives in harmony with each other.

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THE PATCHOGUE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS # 725

TOGETHER WITH

ST. SYLVESTER'S COUNCIL # 6844

PRESENT :
DOO-WOP SATURDAY NIGHT FEATURING THE
SOUNDS OF :

"SOMEWHERE IN TIME"

SO GIRLS, GRAB THAT POODLE SKIRT, GUYS SLICK YOUR HAIR BACK (WHAT'S LEFT) AND COME JOIN US FOR AN EVENING OF FUN, FOOD MEMORIES AND MUSIC

SATURDAY NIGHT JUNE 19TH, 7 -11 PM, $30 P.P.

THE PATCHOGUE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS HALL
38 WEST 1ST STREET PATCHOGUE (OFF WAVERLY AVE)

COMPLETE ROAST BEEF DINNER W/BEER ,WINE & SODA
FOR TICKETS CALL MIKE BOEHM AT 774-2605

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Patchogue Memorial Day Parade Photos:


Patchogue Ambulance:
Our Patchogue Ambulance group will help you in your time of need and treat you as family, free of charge! What more could you ask for?




North Patchogue Fire Department.


South Ocean Avenue Middle School Band:
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It is so wonderful to see our young people doing such wonderful things! Their parents should be very proud.



Our Patchogue volunteers are heroic on a daily basis!



There's something very poetic and patriotic about flying a flag on a tractor!
We must not forget our roots! In 1920 Patchogue was mostly farmland. My house was occupied by Thomas Bush, the Patchogue Blacksmith; he had his shop on Terry Street.

My grandparents were farmers in Italy. Many of the residents in our town bring with them a similar background.

We must look at where we are today, and give thanks to the many people who made our current lifestyle possible. Our veterans who are also family are on the top of the list! Getting back to basics, our roots define us as home town people, in a family oriented community!






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