Just Before Christmas, Family Mourns Beloved Young Mom, Wife: 'She Was Called Home Much Too Soon': Patch PM P

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Just Before Christmas, Family Mourns Loss Of Beloved Young Mother, Wife: 'She Was Called Home Much Too Soon'

Kristen Merz died while battling kidney failure, her heartbroken family says — and now her family needs help.

2 Firefighters Injured In LI House Fire: FD

The Bellmore Fire Department and neighboring fire departments responded to the call Monday evening, police say.

Blood Supply Falls To Half Of 'Ideal' 7-Day Inventory: New York Blood Center

Types B negative, as well as O positive and negative, are "especially critical," at just a one-day supply, center says.

Breeze Airways Adds New Nonstop Flights From LI MacArthur Airport To Myrtle Beach, SC

Flights will run two times weekly on Wednesday and Saturday on its Airbus A220 aircraft with flights starting at $69, officials say.

"I Saw Myself In Him:" Volunteers Find Friendship, Support Through Service

2 residents met while lending their support for the community and advocating for individuals with disabilities.

7 Years For 'Drug Dealer' Who Peddled Cocaine To Undercover Officer At Ronkonkoma Bar: DA

Defense attorney Steven Wilutis said his client took responsibility and apologized for what he did in his pre-sentencing report.

Firefighters Collect Donations For Wounded Service Members

The donations will be driven down to Mid-Atlantic military bases starting Wednesday morning.

New Greek Restaurant Opens Its Doors On LI

The co-owners shared their delight with the community's response.

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