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Greetings West Islip! We're your go-to source for what's happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a West Islip vet became central to an animal-cruelty case

Also on today's calendar: Jay Medal Soirée and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the chicken go to the gym? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 84 and low of 66 degrees.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 81, low: 62.
  • Sunday: Pleasant with clouds and sun, with a high of 74 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• SIGN: Justice for Turtle Found Caged, Zip-Tied, and Abandoned Underwater in Lake (ladyfreethinker.org) — A cruelly abused turtle rescued from Geiger Lake in Deer Park was brought to West Islip Veterinary Hospital but sadly did not survive, prompting a countywide investigation. Suffolk County SPCA is seeking tips and offering a reward, while an online petition urges investigators to use every available tool to find whoever is responsible and prevent future animal cruelty.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Babylon

  • Babylon Elementary, Memorial Grade School Earn National PTA Honors (patch.com)
  • Swimming Advisory Issued At 3 Babylon Beaches After Heavy Rain (patch.com)
  • TRAVEL ADVISORY: Overnight Lane Closures on Westbound Sunrise Highway in Nassau and Suffolk Counties (longisland.com)

Bay Shore

  • Bay Shore Dealer Admits Supplying Crack To 14-Year-Old Sex Trafficking Victim In Plea Deal (dailyvoice.com)
  • Top Workplaces 2026: Long Island's Top Small Businesses (longislandpress.com)

Deer Park

  • Deer Park Home Becomes Canvas For Dolly, 9/11 And Holiday Light Shows (patch.com)
  • Deer Park Schools Kick Off New Year With 'Make It Matter' Focus (patch.com)

Ok West Islip! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: He was working on his pecks (pecs). (Thank you W F C. for sending it in!)
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