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LI Bar Bouncer Gets 24 Years For Killing Patron​: Patch PM

Also: Bloods gang pleads guilty to murder in park / Beloved librarian bids adieu after 40 years of dedicated service / bicyclist hit

Share-worthy stories from Long Island Patch sites to talk about tonight.
Share-worthy stories from Long Island Patch sites to talk about tonight. (Patch)

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

Bloods Member Pleads Guilty To Murder In LI Park Shooting

A member of the violent Bloods gang pleaded guilty to murder, attempted murder and weapons charges. The victims entered the park bathroom and were followed by several gang members, who were attending a gang meeting in the park, prosecutors said.

Thousands Stolen From Elderly Residents: Police

A woman was arrested after police said she stole thousands of dollars from elderly residents at a facility where she worked.

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'Warm And Welcoming' LI Librarian Honored For 40 Years Of Dedication

A beloved librarian is bidding adieu after 40 years of dedicated service to the community.

Bicyclist Seriously Injured In Motor Vehicle Crash: Cops

A woman riding her bicycle was seriously injured during a collision with a Dodge Ram on Friday morning, police said.

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LI Bar Bouncer Gets 24 Years For Killing Patron

A former Long Island bar bouncer was sentenced to 24 years in prison after he was found guilty of killing a patron, prosecutors said Friday.

NYCLU Demands 37 Counties, Towns Rescind Migrant Emergency Orders

The New York Civil Liberties Union sent cease-and-desist letters to county and town leaders who had issued emergency declarations and executive orders against the possibility that New York City might temporarily house some of the thousands of newly-arrived migrants in their jurisdictions.

Sheriff, Parents Of Boy Killed By Drunk Driver Urge: 'Take The Keys'

A Long Island sheriff teamed up this week with Mothers Against Drunk Driving and the parents of a 12-year-old Boy Scout killed by a drunk driver in 2018 to prevent tragedy during one of the deadliest times of year for motorists.


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