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Searching Murky Depths For The Lost: Downed Plane to Be Raised

Also: $18 million nature center coming to Jones Beach / Drug trafficking ring​ busted / DOT holding public meeting on Sunrise Oakdale Merge

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

Wreckage Of Downed Long Island Plane To Be Raised Next Week

A dramatic account of searching murky depths for the lost: "You want to find the bodies and treat them with as much dignity as you can."

State Plans New $18 Million Nature Center At Jones Beach

In addition to the center, the state is also designating more than 200 acres on the West End a Park Preservation Area.

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DA, Police Bust Years-Long Drug Trafficking Ring

Police say the dealers sold drugs that were responsible for fatal overdoses in the community.

State DOT to Hold Meeting About Sunrise Highway Oakdale Merge

The DOT is asking for the public's assistance in identifying and addressing concerns.

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Residents Rally In Patchogue to Protect Mueller

About 300 residents hit the street to rally to protect Special Counsel Robert Mueller.

Watch: Dramatic Video Of Man Rescued From Long Island Sound

Watch the heroes at work, saving a man's life.

Man With 22 License Suspensions Flees Scene of Crash: PD

The 54-year-old was found trying to fix his car behind a Taco Express following the crash, police say.

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