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Hicksville Man Charged With Sexual Crimes Against Juvenile: Police
Geoffrey Gerber was transported by police to Bridgewater, Massachusetts, after an arrest by New York State Police, authorities say.

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Geoffrey Gerber was transported by police to Bridgewater, Massachusetts, after an arrest by New York State Police, authorities say.

Joseph Piccolo is charged with forcible touching, endangering the welfare of a child, and third-degree sexual abuse, police say.
Uniondale High School's choir will join the legendary rock band for the Sept. 5 finale.
A groundbreaking was held to increase the classroom space at the Reinhard Early Childhood Center.
The Sid Jacobson JCC held its annual "Give Back with a Backpack" drive.
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Jose Rodriguez is charged with first-degree course of sexual conduct against a child and endangering the welfare of a child, police said.
The collision happened on Sunday morning near Exit 5.
The woman, using the identity of a Bay Shore resident, made $2,500 in purchases from a Best Buy, police say.
One firefighter was brought to a hospital suffering from smoke inhalation, police say.
The driver remained at the scene of the overnight Saturday crash, police said.
Residents can drop off school supplies and backpacks through Wednesday.
Geraldo DeAlmeida's company was involved in a public works project for the Longwood Central School District, D.A. Raymond Tierney said.
"I'm truly grateful that the Board has the confidence in me to lead the district into the future," Anthony Mignella told Patch.
One person was airlifted to a hospital in critical condition, police say.
A gallon of regular gasoline is, on average, $3.08, AAA Northeast says.
An accidental electrical fire caused the damage on Thursday night, the restaurant said.
One resident was taken to a hospital in stable condition, the East Rockaway Fire Department says.
James Watson is charged with second-degree menacing and criminal possession of a firearm, police say.
"Thankfully, these injuries are not life-threatening. And he's expected to make a full recovery," Mayor Eric Adams said.