Why A Flu Shot Is More Important Than Ever This Year: Patch PM

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

Flu Shot More Important Than Ever This Year, Experts Say

State medical experts said, during the pandemic, getting a flu vaccine is especially important for essential workers, including health care workers, and other workers in essential businesses.

Mask-Wearing Kids Accosted; Chinese Group 'Concerned'

The nonprofit says it is "extremely concerned" about what it called a rising number of incidents against the Asian community in the area.

Former Lifesaving Station, LI Home Of Dance Legend, Hits Market

The home is on the market for $8.95 million.

State Expands LI's Artificial Reefs With Old Train Cars

Over time, the cars will become homes for marine life and strengthen Long Island's watery ecosystem.

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