Patchogue

Remembering Marcelo Lucero on the Third Anniversary of His Death

Today marks the third anniversary of the death of Marcelo Lucero, Ecuadorian immigrant and Patchogue, N.Y.


Light in the Darkness: The Trial & Extended Interviews

Our film, Light in the Darkness, focuses on Patchogue, N.Y. following the hate crime killing of local immigrant Marcelo Lucero in 2008. Seven local teenagers from Patchogue-Medford High School were arrested for the attack—one was charged with murder, the other six were charged with gang assault and conspiracy.


Web Video Extra—Mayor Pontieri: We Are All Immigrants

On the day of broadcast, we share with you a video extra featuring Patchogue Mayor Paul Pontieri.

Patchogue, New York Mayor Paul Pontieri reflects on his family's history of immigration, his love of his hometown, and how his life has influenced his policy of inclusion for all Patchogue residents.


Library Journal honors Gilda Ramos, featured in NIOT film, for outstanding work

Gilda RamosLibrarian assistant Gilda Ramos’ achievements as a dedicated community leader were honored by the Library Journal with the distinguished titled “Paralibrarian of the Year” last month.  


Patchogue, N.Y. Students "Embrace Difference" at School Assembly and Art Exhibit

All students at South Ocean Middle School in Patchogue, N.Y. gathered to remember Marcelo Lucero and hear a message from his brother Joselo Lucero urging them to resist hate.

Prinicpal Linda Pickford opened the program and welcomed Joselo Lucero, Mayor Paul Pontieri, and Michael Locantore, the new Superintendent of Patchogue-Medford School District.


Community Remembers Lucero, Seeks Peace

Two years after a hate crime rocked the small Long Island village of Patchogue, N.Y., the community will come together to remember local resident Marcelo Lucero and to pledge to work toward peace, harmony, an


Stitch by Stitch, Patchogue Quilters Work to Mend Hearts

“This is an aged hand that is working to mend the heart that’s been broken, and we can all do that—mend each other’s hearts.”  Ruth Monaco, Patchogue quilter


New York Middle School Uses Art to Talk About Hate Violence

In the aftermath of a hate crime, how do teachers open a conversation with
their students about hate and intolerance? After seven high school
students assaulted and killed Ecuadorean immigrant Marcelo Lucero in Patchogue, NY, local educators were shocked that this could happen in
their town. At South Ocean Middle School, Principal Linda Pickford wanted
to create a safe environment where her students could express their
feelings about the tragedy, and share their ideas about diversity,

Sneak Preview of NIOT's Next PBS Film

We've been burning the midnight oil in our Oakland editing room to bring you preview scenes from our next PBS film, NIOT III: The Patchogue Story.