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Protests Spread Across Long Island: Patch PM

Also: Police ID 7-year-old fatally struck by hit-and-run driver / Man barricades himself with handgun at beach / Fatal Southern State crash

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WATCH: 'Positive' Protesters Kneel During 'Rally Against Racism'

The rally was one of many marches across Long Island today, held in response to the death of George Floyd.

Police ID Boy Killed In Hit-And-Run Crash On Sunrise Highway

Suffolk police are asking for the public's help to find a driver who fled after striking the 7-year-old Sunday.

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Long Island Couple Launches Backyard Obstacle Business For Kids

The family business saw demand grow for the "ninja warrior" sets as Long Island families stayed home during the pandemic.

Protest Over George Floyd Killing Erupts In Shirley

The large protest is ongoing Monday night in Shirley, police say.

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Man Barricades Himself With Handgun At Long Island Beach: Cops

A man who barricaded himself with a handgun is facing charges after a tense standoff at a popular Long Island beach Monday, police say.

'Suspect Bruising' Found On Dead Whale Washed Up On Long Island

The 34-foot whale washed up Sunday morning.

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