Man Who Hit, Killed Pedestrian After Drinking At Hampton Bar Indicted: DA | Patch PM

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Man Who Hit, Killed Pedestrian After Drinking Hampton Bar Indicted: DA
He was at the bar from about 1:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., where he was seen drinking multiple alcoholic beverages, the DA says.

'It Seems Like A Money Grab': Residents React As LIRR Rolls Out Fare, Toll Hikes, New Policies

New Yorkers voice their concerns about the new fare increases.

Elevated Levels Of Lead Found In Dozens Of LI Schools' Drinking Water, Schools Respond

Some schools have already taken action.

High Wind Advisory In Effect Across Long Island Thursday Night Into Friday: NWS

Wind gusts of up to 50 miles per hour are expected to pummel Long Island, the NWS says.

SPCA Calling For Information On Rare Duck Sighting In Stony Brook Area

The agency says it will help rescuers capture the Mandarin duck so that it can be taken to a sanctuary.

Bethpage High School's Varsity Cheerleading Team Is Heading To Nationals

The Eagles cheerleaders will be competing against teams across the country this winter.

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