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Greetings Commack! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which Commack Sichuan spot made Long Island's must-try restaurant list?
  • How hard did last weekend's nor'easter hit Commack and Suffolk County?
  • What Island Empanada closures mean for fans near Commack now

Also on today's calendar: Blessing Of The Animals and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Some sun, then clouds, with a high of 81 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and not as warm, temps: high: 70, low: 55.
  • Sunday: Chance of a little p.m. rain, with a high of 63 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• The 11 Best Chinese Restaurants On Long Island, New York That Locals Trust And Adore (takingthekids.com) — Commack food lovers get a special shoutout in this Long Island Chinese restaurant roundup, which praises Spicy Home Tasty on Jericho Turnpike for its fiery Sichuan dishes and cozy diner feel. The guide also highlights ten other standout Chinese and Taiwanese spots across Nassau and Suffolk counties. It's a handy list if you're planning a spicy night out or a cross-Island food tour.
   

• Nor'easter floods coastal communities, leaves thousands without power (trihamletnews.com) — Commack saw about 5.8 inches of rain during last weekend's nor'easter, one of the higher totals reported in Suffolk County as strong winds and heavy downpours swept Long Island. The storm flooded several South Shore communities, temporarily halted Sayville Ferry Service, and knocked out power to more than 128,000 PSEG Long Island customers before most service was restored by Monday night. Coastal erosion was also reported along Fire Island and at Smith Point County Park.
   

• Island Empanada closes Rocky Point and Shirley stores as costs climb (greaterlongisland.com) — Commack residents still have a nearby Island Empanada, even as the chain closes its Rocky Point and Shirley locations due to rising costs and more cautious diners. Founder Roy Pelaez says higher expenses and increased competition have pushed the business down to four stores, including Commack, Merrick, Medford, and Ronkonkoma. Despite the downsizing, he notes the remaining locations are performing well after selling millions of empanadas since 2011.
   

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  • I have the dates for the next meetups at candlelight diner, 56 veterans highway , Commack.
    50+Monday October 19 12:30 for lunch. 70+ Friday October 23 12:30 for lunch. For both groups rsvp either on next door app or at pfzgold@gmail.com… (Nextdoor Pawnee Dr)
  • Wendy's posted a job opening for Crew Member in Commack. Apply here.
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  • Suffolk eyes museum for Italian Americans with formation of committee (newsday.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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