Great Neck, NY|News|
7 Long Island Hospitals Make New National Ranking
North Shore University Hospital is the number 4 facility in New York, Newsweek says in its 'Best In-State Hospitals 2025' ranking.
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Patchogue|News|
Sex Offender Sentenced In Attack On Girlfriend, Her Roommate On LI: DA
Suffolk DA calls his "sustained and remorseless assault" of the victims "unconscionable and unacceptable."
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Sachem, NY|News|
Sachem Central School District Community Celebrate 70th Anniversary
The milestone was marked by a 5K race, fun run, a race for the buildings' mascots, and pep squad performances at "Sachem Day."
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Shirley-Mastic, NY|News|
Vacant, Dilapidated 'Zombie House' Demolished In Mastic Beach
The structure was damaged in a fire, and partially rebuilt before ultimately being abandoned. The property it stands on will be preserved.
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Patchogue|News|
Brush Fire Breaks Out In Yaphank
It started just before 10 p.m., Suffolk police say.
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Miller Place-Rocky Point, NY|News|
Paraglider Injured In Fall From Sand Dunes On LI Beach: Police
The was taken to Stony Brook University Hospital for treatment, Suffolk police say.
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Sachem, NY|News|
Holiday Spectacular Set To Open At Ecology Center On Long Island
All proceeds to the care of the more than 100 animals, including a Bald eagle, Buffalo, Bobcat, and American Black Bear, residing there.
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Sachem, NY|News|
Brookhaven Poised To Increase Housing Violation Fines
It will include increased penalties operating a rental without a registration permit and failing to obtain required building permits.
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Sachem, NY|News|
Woman Struck By Vehicle, Hurt In LIRR Parking Lot In Ronkonkoma: Cops
She was taken to Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Glen Cove, NY|News|
Decision To Drop Gotti Charges On LI Will Not Be Appealed: Nassau DA
"After careful consideration" the office decided "not to appeal the court’s decision." Attorney says he hopes it's "the end" of the case.
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Sachem, NY|News|
Suspect Swiped About $500 Worth Of Gaming Equipment From LI Target: PD
It happened on Sept. 12, Suffolk police say.
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Sayville-Bayport, NY|News|
Andrew Garbarino Wins Congressional District 2 Race
Incumbent Republican U.S. Rep. Andrew Garbarino thanked his constituents for voting again to send him to Congress.
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Medford, NY|News|
Joseph DeStefano Wins NYS 3rd AD: BOE
Incumbent Republican Assemb. Joseph DeStefano appears to have the lead, according to unofficial results from the state Board of Elections.
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Patchogue|News|
Jarett Gandolfo Wins 7th AD: BOE
Republican Assemb. Jarett Gandolfo appears to lead Democrat Garrett J. Petersen, according to unofficial results from the state's BOE.
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Smithtown, NY|News|
Michael Fitzpatrick Wins 8th AD Election: BOE
Assemb. Michael Fitzpatrick appears to have the lead over Steven Basileo, unofficial results from the state's BOE show.
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Sachem, NY|News|
Doug Smith Wins 5th AD: BOE
Assemb. Doug Smith appears to lead the race over his challenger, Michael Reynolds, according to unofficial results from the state's BOE.
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Patchogue|News|
Dean Murray Wins NYS 3rd SD Election: BOE
Sen. Dean Murray appears to lead the 3rd Senate District, according to unofficial results from the state Board of Elections.
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Sachem, NY|News|
New York's Proposition 1 Approved By Voters
The proposition appeared to have passed by a wide margin, unofficial results show.
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Port Jefferson, NY|News|
Small Brush Fire Breaks Out In Coram: Police
It started off Middle Country Road behind St. Francis Cabrini Senior Housing Complex just before 3 p.m., Suffolk police say.
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Shirley-Mastic, NY|News|
1 Hurt When Car Strikes Guardrail In Shirley: Police
It happened at the intersection of William Floyd Parkway and Moriches Avenue at around 7 a.m., police say.
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