Serial Killer Charged In 50-Year-Old LI Murder: Patch Week In Review

LONG ISLAND, NY — Here are some of the biggest stories that Long Island Patches covered for the week of June 20-24.

'Torso Killer' Linked to 1968 Cold Case Murder On Long Island

More than 50 years after a Long Island mom was found dead in a mall parking lot, a convicted serial killer has been charged with her murder.

Portion Of Thomas Valva $200M Wrongful Death Suit Can Proceed: Judge

Thomas Valva, 8, froze to death in the garage of his LI home; his father, an ex-NYPD officer, is charged in his death, officials say.

District Won't Allow Teen With Down Syndrome To Go To Prom, Graduation

"My heart is broken." A family's fight for their son, who has Down syndrome, continues, as he's told he cannot attend prom or graduation.

Man Charged With 'Violent Acts' Against Movie Theater Employees: PD

The man assaulted a female employee and a teenager in front of the movie theater, police say.

WATCH: 2 Escaped Horses Join Morning Commute On Expressway

The two loose horses were escorted to safety by police cars after they were spotted trotting along the LIE.

2 Arrested In Connection To Threatening Bus Passengers With Knife: PD

One person was found with a plastic bag believed to be filled with crack cocaine, police say.

Daughter On Purple Heart Found At Yard Sale: 'Like Having My Dad Back'

A woman saw the Purple Heart at a LI yard sale. And with research and miracles, his daughter, who didn't know the medal existed, was found.

LI Representatives React To Roe V. Wade Overturn

Many local politicians are angry at the Supreme Court's ruling, but a few support the decision.

Also worth a read:

• Family Mourns Following Fatal Motorcycle Crash; GoFundMe Page Started
• LI's 'American Idol' Star Christian Guardino To Play Long Island Theatre
• Daily Baby Formula Collection Sites Now Open In Town Of Oyster Bay
• Rent King Kullen Property To Other Supermarkets: Lawmakers
• LI's Unemployment Drops To Historically Low Levels
• 6 Men Wanted For Stealing Car At Knifepoint: Nassau Police
• $20K In Collectible Coins Stolen From Long Island Home: Police
• New York Gun Law Overturned By Supreme Court In Major Ruling
• LI Skate Park Garners Needed Funding After Outcry
• Fundraiser Made For Family Of Long Island Teen Killed In Car Crash
• East Hampton Hero Airman Honored At Juneteenth Ceremony
• Long Beach Legend, Former Lawmaker Donates To Hospital For Late Wife
• State Secures Millions Of Dollars For 2 L.I. Projects Promoting Safety