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🌱 Westhampton-Hampton Bays Daily: Vigil For Lives Lost + Funding
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Rise and shine, Westhampton-Hampton Bays! Today in the news, a vigil will be held on Mother's Day weekend to remember those lost to addiction. With the pandemic sparking an increase in overdoses and the scourge continuing to take the lives of our loved ones, the vigil will be a time not only to reflect, but to pledge ongoing support in the battle to create change.
First, today's weather:
A passing afternoon shower. High: 58 Low: 44.
Here are the top stories in Westhampton-Hampton Bays today:
- Candlelight Vigil To Remember Lives Lost To Addiction: The event takes place in Hampton Bays on Mother's Day eve. (Westhampton-Hampton Bays Patch)
- Windfall For Hampton Bays Water District Splashes Down, To Pay For Two Planned Projects: See where the grant funding will be allocated. (27east.com; subscription required)
- Westhampton Garden Club's Garden of Remembrance Earns National Recognition: The honor is part of the National Garden Clubs' yearlong "Plant America" initiative, 27east reports. (27east.com; subscription required)
- Race Track Not Street Offers Safer Racing Fun in Calverton: For years, motorsports enthusiasts have implored officials to bring back racing in Riverhead — and now, many are enjoying the events. (Dan's Papers)
- Westhampton-Hampton Bays Area Pets Up For Adoption: Dogs, Cats & More: If you are looking for a new pet to love, here are some four-legged friends who need forever homes. (Westhampton-Hampton Bays Patch)
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Today in Westhampton-Hampton Bays:
From my notebook:
- Westhampton Free Library: "Prom Dress Donations Needed!" (Facebook)
- Hampton Bays Chamber of Commerce: "Come down to the friends of the Hampton Bays Public Library's spring festival this Saturday, April 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.! They have an amazing book store, local vendors, live music and crafts for the kiddies!" (Facebook)
- Westhampton Beach Historical Society: "Seats still available. See you this Sunday, May 1 for a Lecture Series on Silver Screens of Suffolk County!" (Facebook)
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— Lisa Finn
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