South Fork Wind Farm to reduce turbines but fishing group has 'serious concerns'

Wind farm developers say the project will reduce the turbines from 15 to 12 and offer a $12 million compensation package for Rhode Island fishermen but a fishing group is opposing the package.

South Fork Wind Farm project to reduce turbines from 15 to 12 Wind farm developers say the project will reduce the turbines from 15 to 12 and offer a $12 million compensation package for Rhode Island fishermen but a fishing group is opposing the package. Business rebound slower in high-income regions like LI, study says NY Fed economists found discretionary spending dropped in wealthier areas while residents of low-income counties bought necessities using stimulus checks.   To our community: Newsday readers support our strong local journalism by subscribing. Please show you value this important work by becoming a subscriber now. Subscribe for 5¢ Northwell Health Nurse Choir to compete on 'AGT' premiere tonight The choir of 18 nurses, with several Long Island singers, performs on the season-16 premiere of "America's Got Talent" Tuesday at 8 p.m. Hangin' in the Hamptons: Memorial Day weekend Looking for a Hamptons fix? We're spotting sunbathers, celebrities and more on the East End all summer long. Advertisement Watch: LIers need to be prepared for hurricane season, Curran says Nassau County Executive Laura Curran warned Long Island of an above-normal hurricane season and urged residents to take steps to prepare for the next storm. Newsday's Breaking News newsletter Get breaking news as it happens. Sign up for our email news alerts. SIGN UP The Paramount sets August reopening and new shows for 2021 The new shows include a 10th anniversary concert starring Joan Jett and The Blackhearts on Sept. 28. State: COVID levels stay low in Memorial Day test results The seven-day statewide average for virus positives was 0.65%, a new low, said Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo. New York City also registered a record low and Long Island had a second day of positives returning to summer lows. Advertisement Moderna seeks full FDA approval for its vaccine American pharmaceutical company Moderna says it has begun the process to win full U.S. regulatory approval for the use of its COVID-19 vaccine in adults. Letters: Forced vaccine shots, poem lawsuit Reader letters to Newsday. U-pick strawberry fields open on LI for the season This time of year, happiness comes in the shape of a bright-red, juicy strawberry.  Capela to Knicks: 'What are you going to do about it?' Atlanta center fired some shots at the Knicks for their physical play Plan your perfect picnic at these scenic LI spots It's a gorgeous day, the cooler is loaded up with ice--all you need is the right spot, great food and a gorgeous setting. Popular Northeast summer festivals leap onstage after lockdown Popular Northeast summer festivals, including Williamstown and Jacobs Pillow, are returning in "a celebration of theatrical imagination." What to know about setting up an outdoor kitchen The pandemic pushed more people outdoors, leading to more outdoor kitchens, typically requiring electrical work and plumbing and entailing building permits. Advertisement Sign up for more newsletters You can cancel anytime How are we doing? We're always looking for ways to make newsletters better for you, and would love your feedback on how Afternoon Update could be improved. Email your thoughts, suggestions, or complaints to: anthony.bottan@newsday.com View this email in your browser Copyright © 2021 Newsday. All rights reserved. Newsday, 6 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, NY 11747 To stop receiving these emails, Unsubscribe or manage your email preferences. Read Paper Privacy Policy