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Also: Ex-Hochul aide foreign agent: feds / Cat shot / Campus sex assault: chief / Run-over foot / Mask law violation: PD / Taylor Swift hope
On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from all across New York. Here's a roundup of some of the most-read stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.
Former Top Hochul Aide Acted As Foreign Agent For China, Feds Say
Linda Sun, and her husband, pleaded not guilty on Tuesday afternoon, the U.S. Attorney's office said.
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Acts Of Kindness: Customer Picks Up Every Check In Restaurant
"A selfless customer took the initiative to pay for every table's meals, creating a ripple effect of gratitude and warmth!"
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Man Pleads Guilty To Stealing Dead Mother's Pension: DA
The man was ordered to pay back the $56K he stole from his deceased mother's pension funds, the DA said.
Cat Shot; SPCA Seeks Public's Help
The animal's owner is offering a $500 reward for information leading to arrest and conviction, SPCA officials said.
2 Teens Charged After Knife Found At High School: Police
One teen flashed the knife at a bus stop, while the second had threatened him over the summer, police say.
Mother Of Boy Killed In Wrong-Way Crash Indicted On Murder Charges: DA
The DA's Office has indicted Kerri Bedrick on murder charges after she caused a wrong-way DWI crash that killed her 9-year-old son.
3 Threatened At Knifepoint In Hamptons, Forced To Get Cash At ATM: PD
The 3 were in a car when a man threatened them at knifepoint, forced them to drive to ATMs and withdraw cash, police say.
Police Investigating Sexual Assault At University: Chief
The victim reported meeting a man unknown to her at an off-campus party, University Police Chief Dawn Smallwood said Monday.
Driver Runs Over Person's Foot In Bank Parking Lot: PD
A driver ran over a pedestrian's foot in a bank parking lot Tuesday afternoon, according to police.
Man Accused Of Attempted Burglary, Violation Of Nassau Mask Law: NCPD
Police said a resident called them Saturday evening about a stranger in a black ski mask who tried her back door.
Dog Attacks Child, Adult, Trooper, EMS: New York State Police
The 8-year-old was bitten in the head and neck, police said.
Girl Fighting Cancer Wants To Meet Taylor Swift; Whip Pediatric Cancer Helping Out
Aubrey, 10, relapsed for a third time while fighting rhabdomyosarcoma. Whip Pediatric Cancer is trying to help her meet Swift at a concert.
Whiskey Down Diner Supports Pediatric Cancer Charities With Gold Milkshake
Luke, the son of one of the diner's co-owners, beat neuroblastoma. Pediatric cancer is "very special and close to our Whiskey Down family."
Family Mourns Devoted LI Mom Killed With Boyfriend: 'She Had A Light'
"Her love was boundless." Kelly Coppola and her boyfriend were shot, killed and her ex was charged. A GoFundMe was set up for her daughter.
LI Man Killed With Girlfriend Had 'Contagious,' Spirit, Loved Family
Tommy Pohlman said he wants people to focus on the love Kenny and Kelly had for each other. "My brother died trying to protect Kelly."
The man later died at the hospital after he was struck by the golf cart last week, police say.
Man Arrested In Hit-And-Run Crash That Injured 2
Police said that when they caught up with the driver, he was at the station, waiting for a train.
2 Businesses On Same Road Each Sell Top-Prize Winning Take 5 Ticket
Lady Luck must have been hanging out on the street, because 2 winning tickets were sold next door to each other.
Man Charged With Public Lewdness After Watching Girls From Window: PD
A man is accused of committing a lewd act while watching young girls from his window, Suffolk police say.
Man Lost To Fentanyl Poisoning Honored At Serenity Garden
Another victim of the opioid epidemic has been honored in Islip at the Memorial Serenity Garden at the Suffolk County Environmental Center.
Remembering Maggie Schmidt: Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
"We are fighting for cures for our daughter Maggie, who we miss immensely every single day," said her parents, who founded Maggie's Mission.
Long Islander Accused Of Threatening Use Of Bomb At Airport: Document
No devices were found; he told officers he didn't realize "the severity of what he was doing when he made his initial statement," cops say.
Legendary Football Coach, 'Giant' Donald Snyder Mourned
"We will miss him but his legacy is forever secure in our community," Superintendent Paul Defendini said.
Sweet LI Shelter Dog 'Just Keeps Getting Overlooked'
"He just keeps getting overlooked. We have not had one person even ask to see him." Can you give Carrington a home?
LI Man Who Stabbed Girlfriend's Neck With Scissors Gets 15 Years: DA
Jorge Guevara of Bay Shore has been sentenced to 15 years after stabbing his girlfriend in the neck in front of 3 kids, the DA says.
Friends Rally To Help Man After Good Deed Leads To Amputated Foot
"They had to amputate my foot from my upper calf down."-Paul Marone, after trying to a help a woman in a North Babylon car crash.
Casa Stellina Ristorante Celebrates Grand Opening
"We're very excited for what's to come here," Sabrina Milana said. The menu boasts pasta, pizza, entrees and more.
Civil Rights Warrior Needs Help To Come Home In Final Days
"My dad is in pain and needs to come home for his final days." — Leisha Ware, daughter of former LI NAACP chapter president Lucius Ware.
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