Flu Widespread In NY; Dozens Sickened On Long Island: Patch PM

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Flu Widespread In NY; Dozens Sickened On Long Island

State health officials say the flu is already widespread. Hundreds have fallen ill statewide and one child has died.

Iconic, Decayed Long Island Art Deco Building Demolished

Plaza West was an architectural beauty on the outside, but a decayed husk within. It will be replaced with a car dealership.

Gang Leader Charged With Ordering Long Island Teen's Murder

Officials say the gang leader ordered the murder of a 15-year-old in 2016 as a way for others to prove their loyalty to the gang.

'Miracle On The 18th Hole': Dog Saved From Drainage Pipe

As firefighters escorted Santa through town, they got the call about a large dog stuck in a drainage pipe at the golf course.

Long Island Girl Makes Puerto Rico Women's National Lacrosse Team

Jolie Benabe represented Puerto Rico at the Pan-American Lacrosse Association tournament. Patch spoke with her.

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