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By Eric Anderson December 23, 2012
Christina Zepf was buried on Saturday as officials probe the cause of the accident.
By Eric Anderson December 22, 2012
Eight people arrested for selling counterfeit items; Brookhaven man charged with running drug ring.
By Robert Ottone December 22, 2012
Hurricane Sandy's lasting effects include a beleaguered job market.
By Lyndsay McCabe December 21, 2012
The NYPD has begun meeting to discuss how to identify potential deranged gunmen online before they commit their crimes.
By Vickie Moller December 21, 2012
SCOPE Education services recently introduced a virtual, interactive online college preparatory program in New York State.
By Amy Gernon December 21, 2012
Authorities are warning the public to be cautious when contributing to charities related to the shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School last Friday.
By Wendy L December 20, 2012
It's estimated 230,000 vehicles were damage from Superstorm Sandy. Where do they go next?
By Cait Russell December 20, 2012
This Friday, December 21st, at 9:30AM (EST), “Walk 27” Events will be happening across the globe, as the world comes together to remember the students and faculty of Sandy Hook Elementary who were killed last ...
By Amy Gernon December 20, 2012
New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced that "Operation: Game Over" has purged various online gaming sites of over 2000 registered sex offenders.
By Robert Ottone December 20, 2012
After yesterday's horrific pileup, the LIE reopened this morning just before 6 am.
By Lyndsay McCabe December 19, 2012
Shortly after passing an MTA fare hike, MTA Chairman Joe Lhota announced his resignation and his run for mayor of New York City.
By Amy Gernon December 19, 2012
Gov. Cuomo announced on Tuesday various tax relief measures for New Yorkers affected by Superstorm Sandy.
By Lyndsay McCabe December 19, 2012
Between 15-20 vehicles were involved in a crash near Exit 68 that has resulted in at least one fatality.
By Amy Gernon December 19, 2012
Hundreds of trained counselors will be available to help New Yorkers who are struggling emotionally with the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy.
By Amy Gernon December 19, 2012
Nassau and Suffolk counties have formed partnership with local hospitals to help address residents health concerns associated with Superstorm Sandy.
By Chelsea Triola December 19, 2012
Police were called yesterday when graffiti was seen on a men’s bathroom wall in an academic building at Farmingdale State College.
By Amy Gernon December 19, 2012
Long Island Association president Kevin Law testified before the U.S. Senate Small Business Administration last week, calling for federal grants for small businesses affected by Superstorm Sandy.
By Wendy L December 18, 2012
After more than a decade, an arrest is made for the “most wanted deadbeat” parent. Robert Sand from Nassau County is arrested.
By Amy Gernon December 18, 2012
Across the country and around the world, people will be walking for 27 minutes on Friday morning, one minute to honor the memory of each of the victims of the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary.
By Cait Russell December 18, 2012
The Newtown Post Office has set up a special Post Office Box to receive letters of condolence and support for those affected by last Friday's shooting.
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