<p>
	Patricia Poggi of Centereach lost over 100 pounds after not liking the way she felt or looked. After she felt better about herself, she decided to give back to the community by creating EJ&#39;s PJs Pajama Drive. NewsdayTV&#39;s Jamie Stuart reports.
</p>


Long Island

Suffolk

FLGURU221210_video

Patricia Poggi, fitness guru, loses 130 pounds and then helps the community

onecms:ed99e5c1-69f6-4a41-9aca-941573d548e7

Newsday

Fitness guru loses 130 pounds, then helps the community

ejpj.jpg

Most Popular

Latest videos

Suffolk video slot

With the help of anthropologists, authorities released renderings they hope will help identify a man whose remains were found in Gilgo Beach.

'Homicide by blunt-force trauma'

Justin Timberlake appeared in a Sag Harbor court Friday to plead guilty to a lesser charge in his drunken driving case.

'I did not live up to the standards that I try to hold for myself'

3,000 American flags were placed in Ackerson Plaza in Brightwaters to honor those lost on 9/11. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'It does take a village'

The top female sunfish sailors gathered in Amityville to prepare for this weekend's North American championships on the Great South Bay. 

'Competitors here from all over the United States'

Sign up for the Suffolk news this week newsletter

Suffolk Newsletter Widget

The legislative report on the 2022 ransomware attack has put new focus on the current government's readiness to head off future attacks. 

Report calls for fixes to Suffolk's cybersecurity readiness; Romaine cites progress

Suffolk Article Bottom Module

Investigators hope the three new images, rendered by forensic anthropologists who studied the person's skull, will help lead to an identification.

Gilgo Beach victim: New images, description released

"We're really looking at "how can our stories make a difference?" said Herstory Writers Network founder Erika Duncan, describing the program held in Wyandanch.

Herstory Freedom Forum helps participants write so they can heal

The crash happened on Mastic Road near Dover Avenue, police said.

Bicyclist killed in crash with SUV in Mastic

The anti-hate networks plan to carry out their work by holding educational workshops, prayer services and discussion groups at schools, churches and community organizations.

Interfaith groups on LI seek to bridge divisions that breed hate

The effort is part of a push by the Episcopal Diocese of Long Island for its 135 parishes to go green within the next decade.

Islip church joins movement to go green with solar panels

The instructor, 72, touched the female student, 20, while the car they were in was stopped on Kenilworth Drive in East Northport, Suffolk County police said.

Driving instructor accused of inappropriately touching student during lesson

Suffolk Video Playlist

The 78th Annual Shinnecock powwow was held at the Shinnecock Indian Reservation in Southampton on Saturday. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'Represents who we are and we are still here'

Another family member, a police officer and two firefighters were injured in Tuesday's blaze.

House fire claims 1 life

Gov. Kathy Hochul toured the extensive flood damage in Stony Brook and spoke about the federal aid area residents can expect to receive. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'There's families whose lives are hanging in the balance'

Residents and local officials are dealing with the aftermath and cleanup of the storm that hit the Stony Brook area Sunday into Monday.

'We need to repair' 

Family members who have lost loved ones to drug overdoses ease their painful grief by talking to them in spirit on a phone connected to the wind. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'Look out for another angel'

After floods damaged more than 1,400 homes, the Stony Brook community came together at the historic All Souls Church. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'It broke my heart, it's just a terrible scar'

Genevieve Rohner is a 16-year-old elite para-equestrian, who has one big goal in mind — the Paralympics.

'It's not if she's going to do it, it's when'

Smithtown Library director Rob Lusak shows the extensive damage the flooding caused to the historic books and materials stored in the library's lower level.

Portions of Smithtown Library 'demolished'

Residents gathered at Mill Pond in Stony Brook to help rescue an imported carp impacted by recent flooding. 

'Let's give them a jump start and let nature take over'

According to New York State Police, a mother was driving the wrong way when she crashed on the Southern State Thursday, which resulted in the death of her 9-year-old son.

Tragedy on the Southern State

The Congregational Church of Patchogue on Sunday held an overdose awareness service. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'When it hits close to home that's when it seems to matter to you'

The LI Bluegrass and Roots Festival was held on Sunday at Tanner Park in Copiague. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'I've been hearing it my whole life'

Homepage Trending

LI Votes 2024: Election news

Top H.S. athletes

Things to do this weekend

<a href="https://www.newsday.com/video/newsdaytv-top-stories">Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories</a>

Newsday TV

NewsdayTV Top Item

Gilgo victim update ... Convicted killer pins murders on Heuermann ... Blakeman deputies ... Deal-breakers for homeowners

Gilgo victim update ... Convicted killer pins murders on Heuermann ... Blakeman deputies ... Deal-breakers for homeowners

Suffolk - megaslot

Keep up to date with news & events in Suffolk County, including crime, politics and more.

Stay logged in.