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Almost 2K Still Without Power After 'Significant' Storm On LI
Pouring rain and wind led to downed trees and outages across Long Island.

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Pouring rain and wind led to downed trees and outages across Long Island.

He was found Wednesday afternoon, police say.
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Thomas Valva, 8, froze to death in his ex-NYPD father's frigid garage, despite many reported cries for help to CPS from school, his mother.
"We are all thrilled that that sweet boy was finally adopted!" Reed's new family saw a story about his plight on Patch and rescued him.
They were brutally hacked, stabbed and bludgeoned to death, officials say; Trump came to LI in 2017 to denounce MS-13 and gang violence.
On Long Island, while a 100 percent eclipse is not expected, residents can expect to see about 90 percent obstruction of the sun.
Wind gusts of up to 60 miles per hour are expected, the National Weather Service says.
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A new Dune Road closures/emergencies notification list, as well as a Village of Quogue residents' notification list, have been created.
Turtles often become roadkill in numerous "hot spots" on town roads, wildlife advocates say.
"If the Army and the Navy ever looked on heaven scenes; they will find the streets are guarded by United States Marines." His favorite hymn.
"Put the phone away or pay."
It took about an hour for firefighters to knock back the flames, police say.
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Everyone was able to get out safely, fire officials say.
She crashed into the curb and then into the building, police say.
He veered out of his lane and almost hit other cars, callers told police.
Sunday's sunshine was short-lived as Long Islanders get ready for a rainy and chilly week ahead, the National Weather Service says.