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Santos Admits Lying, Plans To Take Office Amid Questions​: Patch PM

Also: $45K raised for families of 3 teens killed in crash / Mom of 3 loses everything in fire / One of Suffolk's first cops laid to rest

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

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

Santos Admits Lying, Plans To Take Office Amid Lingering Questions

Incoming Long Island Congressman George Santos admitted to fabricating key elements of his resume and biography in several Monday interviews.

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Over $45K Raised For 3 Teens Who Died In Long Island Crash

More than $45,000 has been raised by several Long Island communities to financially support the families of three teenagers who died in a car crash last week.

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Single Mom Of 3 'Lost Everything' In LI House Fire: Relative

A long-time Long Island family recently moved, but after only one month lost everything they owned in a house fire Dec. 20.

LI Student, Inspired By Ukraine, Pens 'Christmas In Kyiv' Song

One local student used her talents to help spread holiday cheer.

Barge Worker Pulled From Water

An early Monday rescue by firefighters helped get a barge worker to the hospital after he fell into frigid waters.

Where To Find Holiday-Themed Ice Cream On Long Island

There's no shortage of ice cream shops on Long Island, so it should come as no surprise that there are more than a few that serve up sweet treats in line with the seasons.

One Of Suffolk's First Police Officers Remembered In Funeral Services

One of the first ever Suffolk County police officers was laid to rest last week.

'Campaign Honesty' Bill Would Make Santos-Like Lies Illegal

Amid revelations that Congressman-elect George Santos lie about his resume, a Long Island county lawmaker proposed outlawing such lies.

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