Long Island Goes Red In Midterm Elections: Patch Week In Review

LONG ISLAND, NY — Here are the biggest stories that Long Island Patches covered for the week of Nov. 7-11.

Zeldin Congratulates Hochul On Gubernatorial Win

"This race was a once in a generation campaign, with a very close margin in the bluest of blue states."

Robert Zimmerman On Loss In CD3 To George Santos: 'Fight Does Not End'

The Democrat issued a statement after losing Congressional District 3 seat to Republican Santos: "It has been the honor of my life to run."

Gillen Concedes Congressional Race; D'Esposito: 'Lets Get To Work'

Anthony D'Esposito said he'll work "tirelessly" to serve residents of the 4th Congressional District.

New York's Clean Water, Air, And Jobs Act Bond Vote: Reports

The proposition garnered 3,337,679 votes or 59.06 percent to 1,627,936 votes or 28.80 percent, according to the state Board of Elections.

Lawyer For Valva's Ex-Fiancee On Verdict: 'She Did Not Commit The Act'

"He did it. She did not commit the act." Attorney for Angela Pollina, ex-fiancee of Michael Valva, who was found guilty in his son's death.

Suffolk Police Sued Over K-9 Bite By Beating Target Of James Burke

Lawyer says Suffolk K-9 Unit "brutally" attacked Loeb, taking a chunk out of Loeb's leg during a 2019 arrest and now he has issues walking.

Whale Stranded In North Fork Creek Dies

Despite an outpouring of caring from the community, the whale did not survive, officials say.

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• Dog Saved From Cesspool On Long Island
• Long Island Native To Play On U.S. Men's World Cup Soccer Team
• Truck Crashed Into Hofstra Pedestrian Bridge, Caused Massive Delays
• Kevin Conroy, Voice Of Batman And Long Island Native, Dies
• Peter King Wants Republicans To 'Fire' Trump From 2024 Aspirations