Sayville-Bayport, NY|News|
Harassment, Stealing, Child Support: Suffolk Sheriffs Arrest 7
The Suffolk County Sheriff's Office deputies made 7 arrests between March 6 and 11, Sheriff Errol D. Toulon announces.
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Gambling Bust Leaves 3 Arrested On Long Island: Police
Three people were arrested after a gambling bust at a 2 Long Island businesses on Tuesday, Suffolk police say.
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
'Banana Quest' Brings 'Pure Joy' On Day 4 Of Community Hide 'N Seek
"I love seeing the smiles and excitement everyone has to find Benny and the trust that we have put into each other." - Alicia Cusumano.
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Bay Shore|News|
Measles Case Confirmed For Child On LI: Dept. Of Health
A confirmed case of measles in a Suffolk County child has been reported, according to the Suffolk County Department of Health.
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Duo Sold Fentanyl That Killed 1 On LI, Could Kill 250K: DA
Long Island men sold fentanyl that killed 1 man and had enough to kill 250,000 people, according to the Suffolk County DA.
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
2nd Rabid Raccoon Found In Suffolk County: Health Dept.
This is the second case of locally acquired terrestrial rabies since 2009, the Suffolk County Department of Health Services says.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Bay Shore|News|
Firefighters Rescue Woman Trapped In Burning LI Home: FD
Long Island firefighters rescued a woman from a fire that hospitalized her with critical injuries and injured 2 firefighters, police say.
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
Student Arrested After Making Threats Of Mass Harm On LI: Police
Suffolk County Police arrested a Long Island student after he posted a photo on Instagram, police say.
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
'Banana Quest' Kicks Off With Day 3 Of Community Hide 'N Seek
A stuffed Rasta banana is on day 3 of bringing the Long Island community together in a game of hide 'n seek gone viral on social media.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Babylon Village, NY|News|
Pet Of The Week: 'Super Sweet' Havanah Needs A Forever Family
"These are very scary times for all the dogs. We are pleading to our community to take a chance and meet your new best friend."- C. Franke
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Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
House Burglarized On Long Island: Police
A Long Island resident returned home on Sunday to discover their house had been burglarized, Suffolk police say.
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East Islip, NY|News|
Man Busted For Selling Vape To A Minor On LI: PD
A Long Island smoke shop employee sold a vape to a minor on Sunday, according to Suffolk County Police.
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
'Banana Quest' Takes LI By Storm With Community Hide 'N Seek
A giant stuffed banana is bringing the Long Island community together in a game of hide 'n seek that's going viral on Facebook and Snapchat.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Bay Shore|News|
1 Dead After Hit-And-Run Crash On LI: Police
A hit-and-run crash killed a man while he was crossing the street on Long Island early Saturday morning, Suffolk County police say.
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
Person Struck, Killed By Train On Long Island: Report
A "trespasser" was hit and killed by a Long Island Railroad train on Friday, according to reports.
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Bay Shore|News|
Ice Cream Shop + Gourmet Groceries + Store Closes
Also: Pizza fundraiser / St. Joseph's Pastries / New School Building / Wine Bar Closes / Sub Shop Opens
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
'A Great Man': Funeral Services Set For Beloved Brentwood Firefighter
"Chief Larsen was a great man who will truly be missed by all of us." — East Brentwood Fire Department.
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Islip Hosts Sharpshooter Basketball Tourney
Islip Town’s young athletes shine at annual Sharpshooter Basketball Competition to help promote drug and alcohol awareness.
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Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
Deer Park Senior Named National Merit Finalist
A Deer Park High School senior has been named a National Merit Finalist.
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West Islip, NY|News|
Body Pulled From CT River ID'd As LI Woman: Police
Fire officials said the woman's body was pulled from the Norwalk River after her clothes and phone were found on the bank of the river.
Jade Eckardt and Alfred Branch, Patch Staff