Pulling A Plane + Paramedic Accused Of Minor Sexual Assault

Merrick NY

25 September, 2021

12:33 PM

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Hello, neighbors! It's me again, your host of the Merrick Daily. A fire department volunteer has been charged with the sexual assault of a boy. Teams competed to pull an airplane to raise money for the Special Olympics this weekend. Two new restaurants to check out nearby include a tapas eatery and the newest Burgerology location, opening soon. Are you a local business owner or marketer in Merrick? Our premium local sponsorships will keep you at the top of inboxes around town every morning. Contact us here for the lowdown. First, today's weather: Clear throughout the day. High: 74 Low: 61. Here are the top stories in Merrick today: News 12 Long Island explores an impressive event: the Special Olympics Plane Pull was held for the first time on Long Island at Republic Airport on Saturday. Angel Athenas, a Huntington resident and the reigning Special Olympics power lifter and four-time gold medal winner, is leading one of the teams who will compete to see who can pull a plane the farthest. (News 12)The Daily Voice checks out a new Freeport restaurant serving tapas and sangria. Villa Lobos Tapas Bar is located at 499 South Main St. (Daily Voice) Mark Harrington has the details on Covanta's whistleblower lawsuit. The company is accused of dumping toxic ash from a Hempstead plant in the Brookhaven landfill and is trying to negotiate a settlement. (Subscription: Newsday) Greater Long Island tells us that Burgerology is launching a new Farmingdale location, its 7th on Long Island. The restaurant will have a projector screen for events and is slated to open later this fall. (Greater Long Island) The Daily Voice reports that a Woodmere volunteer paramedic is accused of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old boy. Police say Judah Karkowsky committed the offense in August..(Daily Voice) Merrick Patch Notebook The Merrick Truck Co. 1 shares a memorial for Gabby Petito by the North Patchogue Fire Department. (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Drama Kids Classes (September 29) Add your event Announcements: Drama Kids Classes Begin in RVC! (Details) Behind The Scoreboard – A Very Special Ironman (Details) Add your announcement You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you soon. If you're liking these newsletters, consider bringing some friends and neighbors along for the ride. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Jackie Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Merrick Daily? Email me at [email protected].