Snow Clobbers Long Island; 8,000 Power Outages​: Patch PM

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Snow Clobbers Long Island; 8,000 Power Outages Reported

The evening commute has been an absolute disaster from the roads to the rails. 60 mph winds could cause more power outages overnight.

Long Island Thanksgiving Travel 2018: Best, Worst Times To Drive

Patch has compiled tips to help you get through this traffic-heavy holiday weekend whether you're traveling by car, train or plane.

Town Sanitation Worker Killed By Garbage Truck

Police say the truck backed into another truck and killed him while they were on rounds to collect leaves.

Car Carrier Overturns on LIE Off-Ramp

The driver of the car carrier escaped with only minor injuries Wednesday afternoon. See photos inside the story.

LIRR Fare Hike Looms To Stave Off Cancellations, MTA Says

The MTA says that it's increasing fares and tolls to make up a $1 billion revenue shortfall.

Brand New Barbecue Joint Opens

Smōk-hau̇s features a new take on traditional slow-cooked American barbecue.

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• Man Killed in Head-On Crash on Sunrise Highway Overpass
• Bay Shore Chipotle To Open Next Month
• Woman Charged With DWI After 2-Car Crash In Hamptons
• Underwater Ribbon Cutting Planned For New Ponquogue Fishing Pier
• Police Officer Bribed Village Trustee For Promotion: Nassau DA
• Long Islanders Laundered Money For Drug Traffickers: US Attorney
• Festive Holiday Cocktail Recipes To Be Thankful For

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