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Officer Slashed While Making An Arrest On LI: PD

A police officer was slashed with a knife while apprehending a man who swung the weapon at him early Tuesday morning, police say.

Hochul Announces 'Bell To Bell' Ban On Cellphones In NY Schools

"We're the largest state to restrict smartphones in schools throughout the entire school day." — Gov. Kathy Hochul.

Man Dies In LI House Fire, His Parents Survive: Police

Two elderly people escaped a house fire that killed their son on Long Island on Monday evening, according to police.

New East End Farmers' Market Coming Soon To Hellenic On North Fork

And that's not all: At the farmers' market, Hellenic owner George Giannaris will be unveiling his new line of freshly-roasted coffee.

All Rite Aid Stores In NY To Close, Or Be Sold, Including 18 On LI

See what will happen with your prescriptions as Rite Aid prepares to close or sell all its Long Island locations.

E-Bike Rider Killed In Suffolk Hit-And-Run Crash Identified: Police

He died Friday night, police say.

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