Week in Review: Local Volunteers and Sayville’s History Dominate Headlines

There was no slow start to this week. Monday, we featured our weekly crime report, which included all arrests and incidents as reported by the fifth precinct. Darlene Graham serenaded the kids at the Common Ground and we had photos and videos to prove it.  Also on Monday we had coverage of the Rotary Club's Pet Parade, which was a great community event.

On Tuesday, we featured an art event that was held at the Meadow Croft. Local artists, poets and writers were at the estate working on their masterpieces and interacting with guests. Also on Tuesday, we told you about a program to have local scouts interview veterans and have their stories included in the Library of Congress. Local politicians announced these efforts in Sparrow Park this week.

Tuesday also featured some information on PAWS, a local organization dedicated to helping pets. They held a fundraiser to help their efforts after a difficult year financially.

The Town of Islip is installing induction street lights in Sayville and we had the coverage for you on Wednesday.

Wednesday also featured two local residents. One is familiar to many people in Sayville – your letter carrier Robert Kuletsky. He was horned for 31 years of safe driving. We also told you about Sven Ritter who was diagnosed with leukemia. For more information how to help his family and attend a fundraiser, check out the details here.

Some good deeds go unnoticed, but not when you do as much as Ken Mangan. He started Every Child's Dream, an organization that helps disadvantaged people in the area. Donations are needed for his latest fundraiser, Backpack Pirates.

In other town news, St. Ann's Church on Middle Road was recommended for Historic Preservation. We spoke with Rev. Rev. Gary Parker and Connie Currie, president of the Sayville Historical Society to find out the rich history of this structure.

The Chamber of Commerce works very hard to help maintain the quaint feeling in Sayville and this month they discussed parking and how the current situation can be improved. This is an ongoing issue and one that local officials are looking into. If you think you have a solution, email Denise@patch.com.

Friday we focused on the busy weekend. We gave you information on what events were happening over the weekend and where the open houses were if you were looking to move here or just browse. We also featured an article and photos of the Farmer's Market that sets up every Saturday in their new location across from the Sayville train station on Depot Street.

Saturday featured our weekly photography column Framing Sayville by Natasha Beccaria and this week she showed you Meadow Croft Estate through her beautiful pictures. With a focus on history this week, Saturday we told you about the Historical Society and some of the great events that they have throughout the year.

Next week is already shaping up to be just as busy. Look for our crime report, coverage of the many events at The Common Ground as well as regular columns featuring design ideas and nutrition tips.