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Good morning, Westhampton-Hampton Bays neighbors and friends. Top in the news today, a Westhampton Beach Middle School student, 13, was arrested after he threatened to "shoot the school," police said.

According to police, the teen said he'd been picked on and shooting was the only way to solve the problem.

As the rash of threats intensifies across Long Island and the nation after the devastating school shooting in Texas, communities are struggling with a very new reality as they try to keep children safe in classrooms. To that end, representatives from across the East End will gather in Greenport Saturday for a mass casualty incident drill, organized by former Westhampton Beach Fire Department Chief Chip Bancroft. The goal is to be prepared, in the event of the unthinkable.

After a pandemic that left kids isolated for more than a year, mental health issues are also escalating, and overdoses are spiking. An event will be held next week at the Westhampton Beach school district, bringing together addiction prevention advocates to help parents find answers, Narcan training — and hope.

Until tomorrow. . . .

First, today's weather:

A passing shower. High: 71 Low: 54.

Here are the top stories today in Westhampton-Hampton Bays:

  1. Student, 13, Threatens To 'Shoot The School,' Mentions Texas: Police: Another student on the East End made a "violent threat", saying he was going to "shoot the school" in Westhampton Beach Thursday, police said. This time, a 13-year-old student at the Westhampton Beach Middle School on Mill Road told other students and school officials that he was annoyed and frustrated with other students, police said. He made reference to the recent Uvalde, Texas shooting, and also said he was being picked on — and this was the only way to solve the problem, Westhampton Beach Village Police said. (Westhampton-Hampton Bays Patch)
  2. The Weekender: 7 Things to Do on Long Island This Weekend: If you're looking for weekend fun for the family, here are some ideas. (Long Island Press)
  3. A Carefully Curated Film Series: WHBPAC Summer Films 2022: See what's on the lineup. (Dan's Papers)
  4. What a racket: Pickleball is the Hamptons' hottest amenity: Pickleball is the hottest new trend in the Hamptons. "Don't expect to visit the Hamptons this summer . . .without encountering a waitlist for the three new courts at Dune Deck Beach Club, open only to members," the New York Post reports. (New York Post )
  5. With ODs Spiking, Addiction Experts Convene To Keep Kids Safe: An event in Westhampton Beach next week is critically important during a time when overdoses are spiking and kids are dealing with the mental-health impacts of the pandemic's isolation. (Westhampton-Hampton Bays Patch)


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Today in Westhampton-Hampton Bays:

From my notebook:

  • Hampton Bays Public Schools: "The New York State Public High School Athletic Association has recognized five Hampton Bays High School spring athletic teams as Scholar-Athlete Teams. To earn the recognition, 75 percent of each team was required to hold a GPA above 90 percent." (Hampton Bays Public Schools via Facebook)
  • Hampton Bays Booster Club: "What a great night celebrating our athletes! Thank you to Mr. Foster, HB administrators, Booster Club sponsors/volunteers, parents, and our community for your support and dedication to our student athletes!" (Hampton Bays Booster Club via Facebook)
  • Westhampton Beach Womens Lax: "Coach Bergmann shed some tears today when she was told there was an article written about her. I hope people see that what we've built here together (parents, coaches, players, alumni, etc) supersedes individual accolades." (Westhampton Beach Womens Lax via Instagram)
  • Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center: "Check out the summer film lineup, only at Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center Film." (Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center via Facebook)
  • Hampton Bays Historical Society: "Up the Creek without a Paddle (A paddler's memoir.) 02/02/2020 We stopped for food, matches and supplies at Bohack's in Smithtown on our way to Boy Scout Camp Wauwepex in Wading River. Many supermarkets closed in winter east of Smithtown." (Hampton Bays Historical Society via Facebook)
  • Westhampton Beach School District: "For her hard work and dedication to community service, Westhampton Beach High School student Madison Esposito now has an opportunity to win a scholarship through the Team Up 4 Community Spring Community Service Challenge." (Westhampton Beach School District via Facebook)
  • AVP Juniors: "June is another massive month for our Junior qualifying events — with 16 two star events, there's even more chances to qualify!" (AVP Juniors via Facebook)
  • East End Volleyball Player Forum: "Anyone looking for another male player in Long Beach? Contact Jose." (East End Volleyball Player Forum via Facebook)

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