Crime & Safety

Long Island Diner Owner Accused Of Starving Dog: Patch PM

Also: Driver killed in freak accident on Sunrise Highway / Happily ever after: LI couple has baby and wedding at hospital​

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Long Island Diner Owner Accused Of Starving Dog

His dog Callie was found to be underweight, suffering from an ear infection and lacking veterinarian care, the SPCA says.

Driver Dies After Tractor-Trailer Tire Smashes Into Car

The tire apparently came loose and went sailing over a Sunrise Highway overpass. It struck two cars, killing one person, police say.

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Happily Ever After: Couple Has Baby And Wedding At Hospital

A local couple had to improvise after the birth of their baby interrupted their wedding plans.

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