'Disturbing Allegations' Spark Look Into Teacher: Week In Review

LONG ISLAND, NY — Here are some of the biggest stories that Long Island Patches covered for the week of Oct. 25-29.

'Disturbing Allegations' About Long Island Teacher 'An Open Secret,' Some Say

Alumni say the "disturbing allegations" made about a teacher were rumored for years.

Long Island Crash Kills Toddler, Seriously Injures Mother: PD

The mother was pushing her two-year-old daughter in a stroller across a busy roadway when they were struck by a pickup, cops say.

Long Island Dog Turned On Owners Before Shot By Cop: PD

The dog attacked three people and then an officer responding to the scene, Suffolk police said.

Cuomo Charged With Misdemeanor Sex Crime For Groping Woman: Court

A misdemeanor sex crime complaint against former Governor Andrew Cuomo has been filed in Albany City Court, officials say.

Retired NYPD Sergeant Crashes Into Police Car While Drunk, Officer Hurt: PD

Robert Garrity faces several charges, including driving while intoxicated and reckless endangerment, police say.

Also worth a read:

• Ex-Boyfriend Pulled LI Woman From Car, Stabbed Her: Report
• NY Supreme Court Rules Criminal Reform Law Unconstitutional: DA
• FDA Advisory Panel Endorses Coronavirus Vax For Kids 5 To 11
• Boy, 4, With No Pulse, 'Turning Blue' Saved By Hero Officers: PD
• LI Man Gets Prison In Fatal DWI Case That Killed Mom Of 3: DA
• Nassau Man Pleads Guilty To Murdering Mother, Sister With Hammer
• Bellmore Therapist Charged In Fraud Scheme: US Attorney
• Nassau Reaches 95% Vaccination, One Of The Highest In Country
• Police Seek Info On Hate Graffiti On Mastic Business
• Man Gets 19 Years For Killing Sister's Boyfriend
• Oyster Bay Approves Seizure Of Golf Course Through Eminent Domain
• Gabby Petito Foundation Plan Memorial Scholarships On Long Island
• Green Street Eatery Is First LI Vegan And Gluten-Free Restaurant