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By Mike White ❄️ Jan. 13, 2026

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☕ Good morning, Long Island!

🍽️ As promised last week, I've got a great story for you about two Sachem North grads building a massive food production facility at the former Entenmann's campus in North Bay Shore.

🍸 I've also got a hot tip about a Super Terrific Happy Hour set to launch this Friday in Patchogue Village. It's 1/2 off all drinks — and food.

✍🏼 Feel free to respond to this email with feedback!

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First, startup Redefine Meals begins massive expansion at Entenmann’s site

🍽️ Long Island meal-prep startup Redefine Meals is expanding big time, transforming the former Entenmann’s bakery site in Bay Shore into a massive food production hub (yet again).

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Second, Broadway Commons food court falls silent ahead of major mall redevelopment

🍔 The Broadway Commons food court has closed ahead of a major redevelopment that will completely transform the mall’s layout and offerings. The announcement marks a big step in plans to reimagine the long-time retail hub for new dining, entertainment, and community space.

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Third, Wheatley Heights man arrested for punching player in high school basketball brawl

👟 A Wheatley Heights man was arrested after storming the court and punching a teenage player during a heated late-game high school basketball brawl at Half Hollow Hills West in Dix Hills.

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More headlines to highlight

🌮 Tony’s Tacos is bringing its Italian-inspired tacos to a new standalone spot in Levittown later this year.

🍣 Winter Long Island Restaurant Week returns Jan. 25–Feb. 1 with prix-fixe menus at more than 150 eateries across Nassau and Suffolk.

🩺 A nurse strike was averted at three Northwell hospitals after tentative agreements were reached with union leaders.

🛒 The Fresh Grocer is closing its only Long Island store in Oakdale.

🥪 Roast Sandwich House is opening its seventh Long Island location in Hauppauge early this year. It's in the former Capriotti's hero shop.

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Beechwood begins pre-construction sales at 55+ condos in Moriches

🏡 🛥️ Beechwood has begun pre-construction sales of new luxury condos (55+) in Moriches, bringing a fresh wave of residential options to the area. The community’s modern units and harbor views are already drawing strong interest ahead of construction.

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