Riverhead|News|
Iconic Long Island Duck Farm Hit With Avian Bird Flu
The LI duck farm, the last of its kind, houses more than 100,000 birds and is now under quarantine, Suffolk County Health officials say.
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Westhampton-Hampton Bays, NY|News|
Westhampton Beach Students Awarded For Academic Excellence
See what 7 students earned New York State Scholarships for Academic Excellence
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North Fork, NY|News|
National Weather Service Seeking Volunteer Observers
If you're a weather enthusiast, this could be the perfect opportunity to help.
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East Hampton, NY|News|
1 LI Eatery Named 2025 James Beard Semifinalist
Carissa's the Bakery won the nod.
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North Fork, NY|News|
After 1,130 Days In Shelters, Sweet Pup Violet Finds Forever Family.
A family who just lost their dog of 14 years asked for a sign — and saw the Patch post about Violet. "She brought back smiles to our home."
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
'A Friend To All': Funeral Set For Beloved LI Fire Chief: PM
Also: 2 officers hurt: PD / Fire / Man sexually abused child: DA / Missing man safe / Bicyclist killed: PD / Centenarian / Groundhog uproar
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Riverhead|News|
16 Jan. 6 Defendants From LI Pardoned In Trump’s First Official Act
Hour after beginning his second term, President Donald Trump pardoned those who participated in the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.
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Southampton, NY|News|
NY Sues Trump Over Ending Birthright Citizenship
State leaders say the president's executive order violates the constitutional rights of children born in the United States in a new lawsuit.
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North Fork, NY|News|
3rd Sentencing Date For Ex-Scout Leader Charged With Child Porn: DOJ
Damon Rallis, who also waged an unsuccessful campaign for supervisor, is now slated to be sentenced in March, according to court documents.
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Riverhead|News|
LI's Frigid Temps: How Long Will They Last?
Long Islanders are in for some plunging temperatures this week.
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Riverhead|News|
Missing LI Man Found Safe
He went missing on Saturday, police say.
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Riverhead|News|
Search On For LI Man Who May Be Suicidal: Police
He went missing Saturday, police say.
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Southampton, NY|News|
Residents Evacuated From Water Mill House Fire: Officials
No injuries were reported, officials say.
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North Fork, NY|News|
LI Snowfall Totals: See Where The Most Accumulation Was Reported
How did your community fare afte Sunday's snow?
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Islip, NY|News|
Son Needs Help To Lay Beloved Mother To Rest: 'She Was My Everything'
"I was there when she took her last breath — and I held her in my arms as she went to heaven."
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North Fork, NY|News|
ICYMI: LI Snow Update: How Much, What Time, Highest Accumulations
Mother Nature is bringing a blast of winter to Long Island Sunday. Here's what to expect.
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Syosset, NY|News|
Bicyclist Dies In Nassau Crash: Police
The man, 51, died Saturday after he struck a parked tractor trailer, police said.
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Center Moriches-Eastport, NY|News|
5 Years Since Boy Froze To Death In Father's Garage, A Cry For Change
"Say his name. Tell his story — Thomas Valva."
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North Fork, NY|News|
Snowfall Expected Across Long Island This Weekend: NWS
Get your snow shovels ready!
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Southampton, NY|News|
Woman Found With Drugs In Vehicle After Sagaponack Crash: PD
She fled the scene and was found to be driving with a suspended license, police say.
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