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'By Grace Of God' Stabbed LI Officers Will Go Home To Their Families: Patch PM

Also: LI fire chief remembered as "real life superhero" / Baby desperate for new heart / Rally to hold Rep. Elect George Santos accountable.

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'By Grace Of God' Stabbed LI Officers Will Go Home To Their Families: Commissioner

The 26-year-old Suffolk police officer who was seriously injured by a suspect in Medford is on life support at Stony Brook University Hospital but will live, and the second injured officer will be released Friday, police said.


'Real Life Superhero': LI Chief Billy Moon Honored In Funeral Services

First responders and firefighters turned out in droves Thursday, alongside New York City Mayor Eric Adams, FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh, family and friends to pay their respects to FDNY member William "Billy" Moon.

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"He said his favorite job is a fireman. But really, it's being a dad."


'Devastated': LI HS Colleague Raises Money For Baby's New Heart

A Long Island baby, in desperate need of a new heart, is getting plenty of love from the community. She was diagnosed with the rare condition just five weeks after coming home from the hospital.

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Gov. Hochul Signs Off On 1,000 New Betting Terminals For Jake's 58: Report

Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday signed off on legislation, moving forward a plan for 1,000 new gaming terminals at Jake's 58 — doubling the number of machines allowed under state law, according to a report.


Long Islanders Rally To 'Hold Santos Accountable' At Courthouse

Long Islanders gathered Thursday at the Nassau County Courthouse to protest against incoming 3rd District congressman George Santos, under fire for lying about his background.


Federal Prosecutors Investigating George Santos' Finances: Report

Federal prosecutors at the Eastern District U.S. attorney's office have formally opened an investigation into incoming LI congressman George Santos, according to a report.


LI Resident Honored For Saving Woman From Car Sinking In Pool

A Long Island man was awarded for his act of heroism by elected officials this week.


Former Long Island Teacher Is Baking Up A Career

For Katie Bortell, baking was always in her blood, watching her mom make her create delicious treats.


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