8-Year-Old Missing Swimmer Feared Dead: Patch PM

Share-worthy stories from the Long Island Patch network to talk about tonight:

8-Year-Old Missing Swimmer Feared Dead

The boy became caught in a powerful rip current while swimming at a Long Island beach Tuesday evening, authorities say.

Fire Department Stops By Prom Of Fallen Ex-Chief's Daughter

"We Never Forget Our Own." A touching scene at a senior prom on Long Island tonight.

Serious Crash Shuts Down Westbound LIE

Crime Scene detectives were on the scene Tuesday night.

New, Free 'North Fork Link' Shuttle Addresses Summer Traffic Woes

The shuttle will run on Saturdays this summer from Riverhead to the North Fork.

Islanders Holding NHL Draft Party At Nassau Coliseum

The event will feature games for kids, meet-and-greets with players and live commentary on the draft, which will play on the scoreboard.

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• Falafel Chain To Open First Long Island Location
• Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck By Car In East Islip
• Local Hamptons Business Stars Shine At U.S. Open: Photos
• Drunk Driver In Porsche Leaves Scene Of Crash, Man Hurt: Cops
• 'Anti-Fascist' Graffiti Found Under Bridge
• Latino Residents File Lawsuit Against Islip Town

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