Shirley-Mastic, NY|News|
3 Taken To Hospital After Crash In Shirley: Police
The driver of one vehicle, and two passengers in another, were taken to Stony Brook Hospital for treatment, police say.
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Shirley-Mastic, NY|News|
1 Arrested At 'Rally Against Hate' Outside LI High School: Police
Officers responded to the school after someone "became disruptive" and they were asked to leave on Tuesday night, Suffolk police say.
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Miller Place-Rocky Point, NY|News|
Long Island Motorcyclist Seriously Hurt Crashing Into SUV: Police
The rider, 24, was then taken to Stony Brook University Hospital with critical injuries, Suffolk police say.
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Mineola, NY|News|
LI Cops To Release Updated Information On '97 'Peaches' Homicide Probe
Nassau Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder and Homicide Det. Lt. Stephen Fitzpatrick are expected to speak in Mineola, a spokeswoman says.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Patchogue|News|
LI Business Owner Charged After 24 Tons Of Concrete Dumped: Sheriff
The charge of felony criminal mischief came after a six-week investigation in Suffolk, sheriff's office says.
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Sachem, NY|News|
Brookhaven Town Offering Free Seedlings, Mulch To Mark Arbor Day
Available seedlings include Red Pine, American Hazelnut, Bear Oak, Hybrid Poplar, Wetland Rose, Bristly Locust, and Sand Cherry.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Patchogue|News|
Patchogue To Mark Arbor Day With Tree Planting On Thursday
A Liriodendron Tulipifera, a tulip poplar or Tuliptree, a fast-growing native hardwood, that can reach up to 90 feet will be planted.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Patchogue|News|
Suffolk Seeking Vintage EMS Vehicle Photos For History Project
They will be part of a slide show during EMS appreciation Week that will be held at the H. Lee Dennison Building on May 21, officials say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Patchogue|News|
Iconic 70s Band, Foghat, To Play Long Island
The band, best known "Slow Ride,” “Fool for the City.” and “Drivin’ Wheel," will play the weekend of drummer Roger Earl's 79th birthday.
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Patchogue|News|
183 Dogs, Cats, And Ferrets Vaccinated For Rabies At Clinic In Suffolk
It was one of several clinics planned this spring and summer that is open to all Suffolk residents, regardless of the town they live in.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|News|
Brookhaven Town Police Blotter: March 17 to April 21, 2025
This is a snapshot of some of the arrests the Suffolk County Police Department's officers have made across the township.
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Three Village, NY|News|
Teen, Woman Beaten In Suffolk Home Robbery Early On Friday Morning: Pd
They were taken to Stony Brook University Hospital for treatment of their injuries, police say.
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Sachem, NY|News|
Motorist Robbed Changing Vehicle Tire On Veterans Memorial Highway: PD
The man was cut on his neck but refused medical attention at the scene, Suffolk police say.
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Shirley-Mastic, NY|News|
Woman Struck In Shirley On Friday: Police
She was taken to NYU Langone - Suffolk Hospital in East Patchogue for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries, police say.
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Sachem, NY|News|
1 Hurt In Fire In Selden Over Weekend: Police
It was in 1 of 2 serious fires in Brookhaven Town; in a second fire in Mastic Beach, Arson Squad detectives responded, cops say.
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Port Jefferson, NY|News|
1 Charged In Massage Parlor Raid In Suffolk: Police
The Town of Brookhaven Fire Marshal and Brookhaven officials issued numerous citations and closed the business, police say.
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Three Village, NY|News|
Motorcyclist Dead, 1 Seriously Hurt In 2 Separate Crashes On LI: Cops
They happened around 12 hours apart over Saturday and Sunday, Suffolk police say.
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Medford, NY|News|
Daughter Of LI Cat Sanctuary Files Complaint Over Non-Profit: AG
She is claiming authority over the sanctuary's not-for-profit, while an attorney for its board says that is not the case.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Medford, NY|News|
Lawsuit Claims Sexual Harassment, Wage Violations By LI Assemblyman
UPDATE: His attorney denied the claims, saying he would not litigate the case "in the media" and will "vigorously defend" his client.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|News|
LI Teen, Who Fatally Stabbed Grandma 35 Times, Indicted For Murder: DA
UPDATE: His defense attorney says he will be conducting his "own investigation into what happened and why."
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