Jan. 19: Progress in Purse Snatching Case, American Legion Awards, Wrestling

1. Yesterday police said two suspects who were charged with a robbery in Hicksville are believed to also be linked to a string of purse snatchings that hit Wantagh and surrounding communities last fall.

2. will pay tribute to local police officers, firefighters, teachers and civic leaders at its annual . The ceremony starts at 8 p.m. at Seaford American Legion Hall on 2301 Penatiquit Ave, Seaford.

3. Bingo lovers can part in the at in Wantagh starting at 10:30 a.m.

4. Both the and wrestling teams are in action today. Wantagh hosts Plainedge at 6:30 p.m.while Seaford is at Manhasset for a 5:30 p.m. bout.

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