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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.

'Deformed' Turtle That Looks Like A Duck Gets 2nd Chance At Life At 70

The turtle has improved dramatically, as the photo in the story shows. He's now able to eat and drink on his own.

Man Charged With Killing His Mother, 85: Police

A woman died a week after her son was accused of beating her, police say. The woman's daughter also faces abuse charges, police say.

Terrifying 'Kidnap/Ransom' Scam Reported: PD

"The caller may allege your daughter has been kidnapped — and you hear a female screaming in the background."

Search Widens For Information On 'Asian Doe' Found Near Gilgo Victims

New flyers have been shared in Vietnamese and Korean, Suffolk County police say.

Funeral Set For 'Organ Donor Hero' Bella Trezza After Tragic Car Crash

Funeral services are set for Bella Trezza, 17, who died from injuries she suffered in a car crash that claimed the lives of 2 teens.

Ralph Macchio Wants To 'Give Back To LI,' Attends Breast Cancer Gala; Talks New Film

Macchio's wife was treated for breast cancer by the founder of The Maurer Foundation. "The Karate Kid" star now wants to "pay it forward."

County Addresses Rash Of School Threats

"There is nothing more important than the safety of our children, especially when they are to school," County Executive Bruce Blakeman.

Whooping Cough On The Rise In NY: What To Know About Pertussis

Nationally, there have been 14,569 cases of whooping cough in 2024, compared to 3,475 last year.

$450K Raised By Adventureland's Helping Hands Foundation At VIP Night

The charity made a $50K donation to Nassau Suffolk Services for Autism and presented 13 $5K scholarships to high school seniors.

Tex's Chicken And Burgers To Open 1st Drive-Thru On Long Island

The fried chicken and burger chain has five other locations on the island.

Gang Member Pleads Guilty In Man's Slay Outside Nightclub: DA

The case should serve as a warning to other gang members that violence "will not be tolerated" in the county, DA says.

Here Are The 50 Best Public High Schools On LI, New Ranking Says

LI's best public high schools ranked in new analysis.

Man Charged With DWI After Crashing Into Side Of Ferry: Police

He crashed into the side of the ferry while disembarking, police say.

Food Drive Amasses Over 14,000 Pounds For Needy

PSEG Long Island held the Power to Feed initiative at Shop and Stop collection drives.

Residents Sending Convoy Of Supplies To Support Hurricane Helene Relief

County workers will also help with recovery efforts in North Carolina.

Man Gets 27 To 30 Years For Kidnapping Girlfriend At Knifepoint: DA

"No one should have to live in fear, especially at the hands of someone who once claimed to love them." — DA

'Disheartening': LI Parents, Experts Demand More Pediatric Cancer Research Funding

Advocates calling for more federal funding of childhood cancer research say children are receiving chemo treatments designed for adults.

Suspect Used Hatchet To Rob 7-Eleven On Long Island: Police

He used a hatchet to break a glass countertop lotto display and an employee handed him cash from the register, police say.

'Large Quantity Of Fentanyl' Found In Mastic Beach: Police

It was found during the execution of a search warrant last week, police say

Fundraiser Pays Tribute To Killed Detective With Scholarship

Det. Jonathan Diller was killed during a stop in Queens on March 25.

False Alarm From Nearby Drill Leads To Lockdowns

An electronic notification related to a lockdown drill in progress was erroneously broadcast.

He Took Hot Car On 'Test Drive,' Cops Say

Police say they found other people's credit cards and phones in the stolen vehicle, along with a loaded magazine for a 9mm gun.

Food Truck Trafficker In 'Operation Hot Lunch' Sting Admits Guilt

The street food purveyor was at the center of 4 conspiracies to traffic narcotics and firearms, investigators said.

Man Arrested For Neglecting 4 Chickens, 3 Ducks, 2 Roosters: SPCA

Child Protective Services had been investigating the neglect of a teen when they saw the animals living in "deplorable conditions."

Body Of Missing Brooklyn Woman Found Below Hawk's Nest

A 2008 Honda FIT registered to the missing woman was found at a pull-off area, leading to the discovery.

'Guilty:' Spouses Convicted of Killing Wife's Ex-Husband, Carjacking

The ex-husband's body has still not been found, and the DOJ is seeking any information about the couple or the body's location.

$3.95M Estate Where Eleanor Roosevelt Built Dreams Is For Sale

The 9-bed, 12-bath, 10,500-sq.-ft. estate was once one of the first lady's early passion projects, a pioneering vocational school for women.

Charges Against Kimberly And Gianna Gotti Dismissed: DA

DA says it was dismissed on procedural grounds. "We await the judge's written decision and will review our options."

Ex Frat Vice Prez From Long Island Gets Prison Time In Hazing Death: AG

AG says nothing can bring back Penn State Sophomore Timothy Piazza, but sentences bring "criminal process to conclusion."

'Any Human Being Shaken' By Iran's Missile Attack Of Israel: AJC

Israel is expected to launch a retaliation as the war approaches the one-year mark next week.

March To The Sea Unites Families Fighting The Opioid Crisis

Long Islanders who've lost loved ones to the opioid crisis can join the National Trail of Truth's March to Sea at Robert Moses State Park.