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Week in Review: Rescuer Hailed a Hero; Judge Gives Cyril's Until Monday
The top headlines from the past week.
1. Tim Lee, Springs Artist, Dies at 60
Tim Lee, an artist and longtime and active member of the Springs community, passed away on Wednesday at Southampton Hospital, surrounded by his children. A memorial service will be held on May 17 at Ashawagh Hall from 4 to 7 p.m.
2. East Hampton Library Website Offers Music and More
While the library is focusing on its children's wing addition, there are also some additions to the website, including the ability to download items on two opposite ends of the spectrum — free, new, music and 2,000 historic images.
3. Rescuer Lauded For Saving Drunk Woman Who Drowned Husband's Porsche
One quiet Sunday evening last month, Katie Osiecki and her boyfriend John Glennon were returning from the movies to their home on Lazy Point in Amagansett when they heard a cry for help. Read more to find out what they did next.
4. Cyril's Will Remain Open This Weekend; Judge Prohibits Propane Tank Use
The Supreme Court judge hearing East Hampton Town's request to temporarily shut down Cyril's due to life-threatening electrical hazards has given the Amagansett business until Monday to correct the problems.
5. DA Reviewing Case Against Worker After Tree Fell On Boy
The Suffolk County District Attorney's office is reviewing the case against a Springs man charged with reckless endangerment after a tree he was cutting down fell on a 5-year-old boy.
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