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5 Headlines From Nearby Towns

Patch takes a look at what's making news in nearby areas.

With a , a , and more, it's been a busy week in Three Village. Now let's a look at the top stories in other areas.

  • Sachem area residents may have spotted a familiar face in the latest Britney Spears video. Jason Trawick, who led the school to a New York State ice hockey championship in the 1990s, is featured heavily in the "Criminal" music video. Trawick is.
  • Port Jefferson is near the village center in preparation for the skating season. The new stonework will beautify the rink and be more efficient in maintaining the ice.
  • The Miller Place High School volleyball team raised $4,500 during their annual Dig Pink fundraiser to fight breast cancer. The total surpasses their previous record of $3,200 but comes at a time when the program's pioneer was .
  • Occupy Wall Street spread to this week. The protest started with just three people but grew as the day went on.
  • The trial began this week for a Medford man accused of from North Patchogue. Chad Johnson faces charges of second degree murder, patronizing a prostitute, driving without a license and possession of marijuana.
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