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2 Rescued From Burning Home On Long Island: Patch PM

Also: Mask ban / Sands lease deal update / Flood watch across LI / Beloved nurse, business owner dies / Friends rally to help LI gallerist

Share-worthy stories from Long Island Patch sites to talk about tonight.
Share-worthy stories from Long Island Patch sites to talk about tonight. (Patch graphic)

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

2 Rescued As Fire Rips Through LI Home Monday Night: Police

The man and woman were saved from the Long Island home, which was engulfed in flames and blanketed with heavy smoke, police say.

Find out what's happening in Riverheadwith free, real-time updates from Patch.

Highly Contentious Mask Ban Passes In County Legislature

One protester was arrested after injuring an officer during Monday evening's vote, police said.

Find out what's happening in Riverheadwith free, real-time updates from Patch.

Sands Lease Deal Gets Thumbs Up From County Legislators

An environmental review would be the next step before bringing the Nassau Hub project to fruition.

Tropical Storm Debby: Latest Forecast For LI Impacts

Before the impacts of Tropical Storm Debby it Long Island this weekend, a flood watch is in effect through Wednesday morning, the NWS says.

Funeral Services Set For Beloved Nurse, Co-Owner Of Wego Tackle

Services have been set for Rita Stathis, 37, who died this week.

Friends Help Hamptons Gallerist Navigate 'Dire' Reality After Cancer

"Cancer is absolutely terrible, and knowing Alex has your support has brought much relief as he navigates treatment."

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