Teacher Matt 'Dezy' DiStefano Dies From Cancer At 42​: Patch PM

Share-worthy stories from Long Island Patch sites to talk about tonight:

Long Island Teacher Matt 'Dezy' DiStefano Dies From Cancer At 42

The father of three, who inspired many through his DezyStrong Foundation, "had a heart of gold and touched everyone he encountered."

Community Donates Funeral Services Set For Thomas Valva, 8

"Our hearts just broke. We felt so bad for that little boy. We felt like we had to try and do something to help."

MacArthur Airport Makes USA Today's List Of Best Small Airports

See where the local airport ranked in the top 10 list of best small airports in the U.S.

Teen Dies After Crashing Into Pole, Tree On Southern State: PD

Police say the 17-year-old was speeding when he crashed on the side of the parkway on Saturday night.

SBU Professor Stuck In China Amidst Coronavirus Lockdown

The professor was visiting family in Wuhan, China, and is unable to return to the United States, the senator says.

LI Flu Cases Increase By 5 Percent; State Numbers Spike

This is the eighth consecutive week flu has been widespread in the state, though hospitalizations are down for the second week in a row.

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