Lindenhurst, NY|News|
'Violent Attack' On Funeral Home Owner Gets LI Felon 25 Years: DA
A Long Island man was sentenced to 25 years in prison for stabbing and robbing a funeral home owner in 2023, the Suffolk DA says.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Car Crash Kills Tow Truck Operator On LI: Police
A tow truck driver was hit and killed while trying to load a vehicle onto his truck on the shoulder of a Long Island highway, police say.
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Bay Shore|News|
Murder Charges For LI Man After Fatal Stabbing: DA
A Long Island man has been indicted for murder after fatally stabbing another man during an argument at an apartment complex, the DA says.
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Road Closure On Sunrise Highway Caused By Serious Car Crash: Police
Police are advising motorists of a road closure on Long Island's Sunrise Highway due to a serious car crash.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Babylon Village, NY|News|
New Burger Joint Opens On Long Island
The Babylon community celebrated the grand opening of a new burger joint serving classic American fare over the weekend.
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
4th Rabid Raccoon Found In Suffolk County: Health Dept.
This is the fourth case of locally acquired terrestrial rabies since 2009, the Suffolk County Department of Health Services says.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Bay Shore|News|
Rape Charges And Prison For Man Who Sexually Abused Young Girl: DA
A Long Island man was sentenced to 18 years in prison for sexually abusing a young girl until she gave birth to his baby, the DA says.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Bay Shore|News|
Child Mauled By Dog Suffers Serious Injuries: Police
A 9-year-old girl was hospitalized with serious injuries after a neighbor's pit bull mauled her face on Saturday, Suffolk police say.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Winning $50K Powerball Ticket Sold On Long Island
One of three winning Powerball tickets was sold at a business on Long Island, according to the New York Lottery.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Fire Engulfs Mercedes On Long Island: Police
Suffolk County Police Arson detectives are investigating a fire that engulfed a Mercedes on Long Island on Sunday, police say.
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
Elderly Person Hit By Car And Hospitalized On LI: Police
An elderly pedestrian was seriously injured in a motor vehicle crash in Copiague on Friday morning, according to Suffolk County police.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Islip, NY|News|
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Manslaughter Charges For Driver Of Hit-And-Run DWI Crash On LI: DA
The driver involved in a fatal, DWI hit-and-run crash on Long Island has been charged with manslaughter, the Suffolk DA says.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Bay Shore|News|
Wrench Used As Murder Weapon In Fatal Assault On LI: DA
A Long Island man has been charged with murder after using a lug wrench to kill another man on the street, the DA says.
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Bay Shore|News|
Deadly Drugs Seized From Nationwide Trafficking Ring On LI: DA
Long Island drug dealers sold heroin and fentanyl nationwide using the United States Post Office and the dark web, the DA says.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Islip, NY|News|
Rollover Crash By LI Car Dealership Injures 1: FD
Firefighters responded to a rollover crash in front of a car dealership on Long Island on Thursday, officials say.
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Babylon Village, NY|News|
Pet Of The Week: 'Sweet And Friendly' St. Patty Loves To Cuddle
"These are very scary times for all the dogs. We are pleading with our community to take a chance and meet your new best friend."- C. Franke
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
West Babylon FD Celebrate 25 Years Of Hosting Blood Drives
The West Babylon Fire Department and New York Blood Center have hosted 51 blood drives over 25 years, collecting 3,937 blood donations.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Field Of Dreams: LI Ducks Host Open Player Tryout
The Long Island Ducks are hosting an open player tryout at Fairfield Properties Ballpark, where hopefuls can showcase their skills.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Islip Town Supervisor Delivers 2025 State of the Town Address
Islip Town Supervisor Angie Celebrated 10 years as supervisor during the 2025 State of the Town Address in March.
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