Top Headlines of the Week: Homecoming Fun, Assault & Hate Crime Reports

The leaves are turning color, football season is underway and before you know it Halloween will be here.
In case you missed a day at Patch this week with all the school and events happening, here's a look at the top headlines.


Police Investigating Potential Hate Crime in Sayville
Suffolk Police are investigating a possible hate crime that involved graffiti at a Sayville park.

Blue Point Church Hosting Blood Drive October 7
Donors have a chance to win Superbowl tickets.

Bayport-Blue Point District Issues Student Safety Alert
Male driver asked female high school student if she needed a ride home.

DWIs, Drug Arrests & Assault Charge in Sayville
A look at recent arrests in the West Sayville and Sayville communities.

Fed Shutdown Shutters Fire Island Beaches, Lighthouse
Government action is also having a negative impact on the local economy.

5 Ways to Enjoy a Summer-Like Day in Autumn
Shopping, strolling, reading, eating and exercising are all possibilities.

Donors have a chance to win Superbowl tickets.
Suffolk Police are investigating a possible hate crime that involved graffiti.

Police Hunt Assailants in Sayville Assault
Attacked victim required hospital treatment.

Sayville Homecoming Celebrates the Classic Video Game
Float honors went to the senior class and Flashes lost game by just one point.

Bayport-Blue Point Homecoming Featured a Special Event
Not only did the Phantoms win the big game, but new inductees were honored at a special ceremony.