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Maria Gomez
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Maria Gomez has over 15 years of experience in local journalism, having previously served as the editor for the Hempstead Herald and a contributor to Newsday. She graduated from Long Island University with a degree in Journalism and has a passion for engaging with the diverse voices of Garden City. Maria believes that community journalism plays a crucial role in shaping local identity.

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Hayden Panettiere's death ruled accidental by police — Hempstead Community news

article Hayden Panettiere attends the Los Angeles Premiere of Netflix's New Film "Blonde" at TCL Chinese Theatre on September 13, 2022 in Hollywood, California. (Credit: Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic) The Brief Police have ruled actress Hayden Panettiere’s death accidental, officially closing their investigation more than two months after her passing.The 36-year-old "Nashville" and "Heroes" star died on August 16 in Greenville, South Carolina.The coroner reported that a combination of fentanyl and other prescription medications was found in her system, contributing to her death. On Wednesday, police announced that actress Hayden Panettiere's death has been ruled accidental.  The news comes more than two months after the "Nashville" and "Heroes" star died.  Hayden Panettiere's death ruled accidental What they're saying: "Based on the Medical Examiner’s determination and the findings of the investigation, Hayden Panettiere’s death has been ruled accidental," the Greenville Police Department said in a statement. The ruling brings the police investigation into her death to a close, the statement said. Hayden Panettiere's cause of death The 36-year-old died on August 16 in Greenville, South Carolina.   Hayden Panettiere cause of death revealed by coroner Reporting indicated that she died from the toxic effects of fentanyl, 4-ANPP, alprazolam, methocarbamol and quetiapine. Last month, the Greenville County Coroner’s Office said Panettiere died from a combination of fentanyl and its chemical byproduct, as well as the anti-anxiety medication alprazolam, a muscle relaxer and a drug used to treat major depression and other serious mental health disorders, that were found in her system.  Hayden Panettiere’s legacy In addition to her roles as Claire Bennet on "Heroes" and Juliette Barnes on "Nashville," Panettiere was also in "Remember the Titans" and, "I Love You, Beth Cooper" as well as Scream IV and VI, among dozens of other credits.  RELATED: Hayden Panettiere's cause of death confirmed by officials The winner of three Teen Choice Awards, a Grammy Award nominee and a three-time Golden Globe nominee, Panettiere did her own singing on "Nashville" playing opposite Connie Britton for four seasons on ABC.  This is a developing story. Check back for more updates. The Source: The information for this story was provided by FOX News citing the Greenville Police Department. This story was reported from Los Angeles. Previous FOX Local reporting contributed. EntertainmentU.S.

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