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​ 'Banana Quest' Brings 'Pure Joy' In LI Community Hide 'N Seek: PM

Also: Measles confirmed / Enough fentanyl to kill 250K: DA / Brush fire in Medford / 2nd rabid raccoon found / Brush fires spark mitigation

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'Banana Quest' Brings 'Pure Joy' On Day 4 Of LI Community Hide 'N Seek

"I love seeing the smiles and excitement everyone has to find Benny and the trust that we have put into each other." - Alicia Cusuman.

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Measles Case Confirmed For Child On LI: Dept. Of Health

A confirmed case of measles in a Suffolk County child has been reported, according to the Suffolk County Department of Health.

Find out what's happening in Lindenhurstfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Duo Sold Fentanyl That Killed 1 On LI, Could Kill 250K: DA

Long Island men sold fentanyl that killed 1 man, had enough to kill 250,000 people, according to the DA.

Contained Fire In Pit 'Quickly Escalated' To Brush Fire In Medford

The situation was under control within 30 minutes, fire department officials say.

2nd Rabid Raccoon Found In Suffolk County: Health Dept.

This is the first case of locally acquired terrestrial rabies since 2009, the Suffolk County Department of Health Services says.

LI Brush Fires Spark Outreach In East Hampton On Mitigation Measures

"I want our residents to know that East Hampton has been proactive for years in addressing this threat."

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