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šŸŒ± Huntington Daily: Pedestrian Killed + Wrong-Way Fatal Accident

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Good day, people of Huntington! Andrew Tessler here with a fresh edition of the Huntington Daily.

First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy with a shower. High: 63 low: 43.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Huntington:

  1. Prime voted Long Island's 2022 Most Romantic Restaurant. Long Islanders made the decision via poll from Bethpage Best of Long Islanders. Prime is known for its waterfront views and spectacular food and wine menu, along with a beautiful ambiance. "Their delicious menu has something for every palate, from steak and chops to surf and turf and sushi," the poll said. (Daily Voice)
  2. Pedestrian killed in Huntington Station Thursday night. The man was struck on New York Avenue at 9:35 p.m. by Edgar Maviel Chavez Membreno who was driving a 2010 Honda Civic. The pedestrian has not been named and was taken to Huntington Hospital after the incident where he was pronounced dead. (Huntington Now)
  3. Wrong-way driver killed in head-on crash in Melville Thursday night. "Marie Louis of North Amityville was driving a 2005 Honda Civic west in an eastbound lane of Express Drive south when she collided head on with a 2021 Mercedes Benz GLC driven by Venetia Atkinson at about 11:15 p.m." Louis, 61 was pronounced dead at Nassau University Medical Center and Atkinson was taken there as well with serious injuries. (Huntington Now)

Today in Huntington:

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  • Community Easter Egg Hunt - St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church. (11:00 a.m.)
  • Easter Vigil - St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church. (7:30 p.m.)
  • Kip Moore - The Paramount. (8:00 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • Nextdoor Neighbor, West Shore: "Hello neighbors, last fall while redoing my deck, the contractor has disconnected 2 sections of metal railing around it and declined to fix it saying he has no welding experience. I am tired fighting with him and would like to get it fixed on my own. Can any of you recommend anyone who can fix it for me, please? (Nextdoor)
  • Town of Huntington: Join the Town of Huntington on Saturday, April 23 for Huntington Family Earth Day. The event will be held at Manor Farm from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Facebook)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, Harborfields School District: "I saw post on East Northport Mom someone looking for large crate for foster dog. - Anyone want to donate one to her?" (Nextdoor)
  • Huntington Union Free School District: Gina Forte leads the Blue Devils girls' lacrosse to a commanding 14-5 win against Patchogue-Medford. She scored four goals and added three assists to lead the way. (Facebook)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, Cold Spring Hills: "HOUSECLEANER - Please call or text Jennifer 631-664-7923 Excellent references to provide Pet friendly 🐶 Also office cleaning available" (Nextdoor)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Andrew Tessler

About me: Hi! I'm Andrew and I have been a Huntington resident for 7 years. I have lived in other countries and states, and my number one love is Huntington. I love health and wellness, traveling, stand-up paddle boarding, and of course going to restaurants and events throughout Huntington!

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