Friday, August 20, 2021

'I freaked out,' says alleged driver in Hamptons fatal hit-and-run, records show

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Records: 'I freaked out,' says alleged driver in Hamptons fatal hit-and-run
The crash killed Devesh Samtani, 18, who was to start freshman year at New York University in a few weeks.
Hurricane watch issued for LI as Henri nears, National Weather Service says
Meteorologist Bill Korbel says Tropical Storm Henri could be troublesome for Long Island when it passes near the region on Sunday.

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PSEG warns outages from weekend storm could last 7-10 days
The utility says that in addition to its own several hundred employees, it has 1,200 contractors and off-island crews who have been called in to help.
10 events, things to do this weekend on Long Island
Events, activities, drive-in movies and concerts are popping up around Long Island this season.

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Biden pledges to Americans in Kabul: 'We will get you home'
Biden's comments come as the U.S. government struggles to ramp up a massive airlift clearing Americans and other foreigners and vulnerable Afghans through the Kabul airport, rescuing them from a Taliban takeover of the country.

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Nassau correction officer accused of smuggling contraband into jail
Harris Ferro, 35, pleaded not guilty Friday during a Nassau County Court arraignment on a 22-count indictment that includes bribe-receiving and promoting prison contraband.
See your school district's mask requirements, reopening plans
More than 20 school districts have announced mask policies and reopening plans so far for the 2021-22 school year.

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NYC to require vaccination for high-risk sports in public schools, mayor says
Athletes, coaches and other personnel in New York City public schools must be vaccinated for coronavirus to play sports, including football, volleyball, basketball, wrestling, lacrosse, rugby and bowling, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Friday morning. On Long Island, public school districts may issue their own mandates but there's no Islandwide policy.
Marijuana expo to draw investors, fund managers
Hampton Cannabis Expo is to include panels on investment, legalization and social equity issues.
Mike Richards out as 'Jeopardy!' host after past scrutinized
Producer Mike Richards stepped down as host of "Jeopardy!" after a report about past misogynistic comments surfaced this week.
LI's Debbie Gibson talks about new album 'The Body Remembers'
"I feel like this is a moment when people need to be lifted up," says the Merrick-raised singer about her first album of original material in 20 years.
Bellmore's Tyler Davis in a tough battle to make Jaguars' roster
Former Mepham QB, now a tight end, caught a TD last week and was able to learn from his idol, Tim Tebow.
Former ad executive turns pro baker at LI farmers market
"Making $1 from my bread is more rewarding than making $10 in ad sales," he says.
Ranch on Great South Bay lists for $2.4 million
The 4,000-square-foot home in East Patchogue has sweeping views and privacy.
Reader letters: American lives lost were not in vain
Reader letters to Newsday.

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