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'Dark Day' As Former LI Fire Captain, 38, Dies At Fundraising Event

A gathering of firefighters at a fundraising event on Sunday afternoon turned tragic when former Island Park Fire Department captain Michael Fischer died from a medical emergency, the department posted to Facebook.

LIRR's New $2.6B Track Debuts, Promising More Trains And Fewer Delays

The first section of Long Island Rail Road's Third Track debuted Monday morning, a milestone that the transit agency said will reduce congestion and boost capacity on the busy commuter line.

LI Group Home Worker Spends $30K Of Residents' Money: Prosecutors

A North Carolina woman was indicted Friday on charges of stealing $30,000 from adults with disabilities at the group home where she worked in St. James, prosecutors said.

Long Island Home Prices Continue To Hit New Highs

Home prices on Long Island continue to climb to new heights as the number of homes sold continues to go lower, according to the latest data from OneKey Multiple Listing Service.

Nunley's Carousel To Reopen This Week After 2-Year Closure

After being closed for more than two years due to the COVID pandemic, Nunley's Carousel will finally reopen to the public this week.

Duo Stole $2,600 In Long Island 'Sleight Of Hand Money Scam': PD

Police are searching for the duo who used a "sleight of hand money scam" to steal $2,600 from a cashier at a Huntington store in June, authorities said.

Serial Burglary Suspect Arrested Again In Great Neck: Police

A 58-year-old man who authorities say is behind multiple burglaries in Great Neck has struck again, according to Nassau County police.

Brooklyn Man Gets 25 To Life For 2019 LI Murder

A Brooklyn man was sentenced two weeks ago to 25 years to life in prison for a fatal 2019 shooting in Hempstead.

Multiple NICE Buses Destroyed In Blaze

Multiple NICE buses parked in a lot in Seaford caught fire on Saturday, sending up smoke that was seen for miles around.

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