Security Guard Left Unloaded Gun In LI School Bathroom: Patch PM

Share-worthy stories from the Long Island Patch network to talk about tonight:

Security Guard Leaves Unloaded Gun In LI School Bathroom

The retired Suffolk County police officer was "relieved of his duties" effective immediately following the incident.

The Latest on Weekend Snow Threat

Are you hoping for snow this weekend? Check out the latest forecast.

4 Hurt, 1 Seriously, in Long Island Crash

A woman with nine outstanding warrants ran a red light, triggered a 4- car crash and then fled the scene Tuesday night, police say.

Long Island Science Center Celebrates Grand Opening, New Location

The much-anticipated re-opening comes after a 2-year hiatus and a temporary relocation to Rocky Point.

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• Bay Shore Dunkin' Donuts Robbed At Gunpoint: SCPD
• In Memory Of A Warrior, $285K Awarded To Hospital To Fight Cancer
• Man Arrested For Having Multiple Fake Credit Cards: Police
• 2 Windsurfers Rescued On New Year's Day: Cops

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