Weekend LI Fire Displaces 18, Including Baby: Red Cross: Patch PM

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Weekend LI Fire Displaces 18, Including Baby: Red Cross

"It's heartbreaking," Frederic Klein with the American Red Cross of Greater New York said.

LI Man Sentenced In Drunken Crash That Killed 3 Relatives: DA

The driver was going twice the speed limit, killing three people who were leaving a sweet 16 and injuring three others, the DA says.

Man Dies After Being Pulled From Long Island Pool: PD

The man was found unresponsive in a Long Island pool on Sunday, police say. He was pronounced dead, police stated in an update Monday.

Hot Temperatures Headed Toward LI This Week: NWS

Baby, it's going to be hot outside, although an official heat wave has not been declared for Long Island, National Weather Service says.

LI Strawberry Shortcake Contest Champ Downs 23+ Lbs. In 8 Minutes

It was a nail biter win for reigning champ Geoff Esper at the Mattituck Strawberry Festival's annual Major League Eating competition.

Elise's Niece's Café Celebrates 3 Years: 'I'm Honored'

Jenna Napolitano says her favorite part of owning the café has been bring customers joy and experimenting with nostalgic 1990s treats.

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