Smithtown, NY|News|
Smithtown Animal Control Saves 3 Kittens In Urgent Rescue
Volunteers and a resident worked together to locate a hidden litter after their mother was found dead, town officials say.
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Sayville-Bayport, NY|News|
Sayville High School Names Class of 2026 Valedictorian, Salutatorian
Top students recognized for academic excellence in Sayville
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
Police Officer Seriously Injured After Suspects Flee Catalytic Converter Thefts In Lindenhurst: DA
Prosecutors say the group stole catalytic converters across Lindenhurst before fleeing police, leaving an officer with an ankle fracture.
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
Man Tried To Slit Victim’s Throat After Ride To Gilgo Beach: DA
The victim was driven from Queens following a night out, where he was ambushed from behind and stabbed before escaping, the DA says.
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Sayville-Bayport, NY|News|
Holocaust Survivor Shares Firsthand Story With Bayport-Blue Point Students
Meir Usherovitz visited James Wilson Young Middle School, sharing his experiences in Nazi camps.
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Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
North Babylon Names Valedictorian, Salutatorian For Class Of 2026
Teyla Lopez and Samantha Giraldo were recognized for academic excellence.
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Babylon Village, NY|News|
West Babylon Man Flees Police, Kills Jogger In Wyandanch Crash, Pleads Guilty: DA
Prosecutors say the 24-year-old admitted to multiple charges after fleeing police and striking a 29-year-old jogger in Wyandanch.
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Huntington|News|
Huntington Contractor Gave Homeowner Fake Permit, Had No License: DA
A contractor and his construction company are accused of giving a Great River homeowner a fake Town of Islip building permit, DA said.
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Northport, NY|News|
Bonded Siblings Phantom, Lena Still Waiting For Home: Northport Kitties Of The Week
The bonded siblings, now healthy and thriving, are available for adoption together through Northport Cat Rescue Association.
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Huntington|News|
After 3 Years Waiting, Tommi Still Hopes To Be Chosen: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week
Volunteers say Tommi has been overlooked for years despite her playful personality and gentle nature.
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Smithtown, NY|News|
LI Man Indicted For Selling Untraceable Guns, Stockpiling Assault Weapons: DA
Prosecutors say the Saint James man sold at least a dozen untraceable firearms to an undercover officer and was found with additional guns.
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Smithtown, NY|News|
Smithtown Students Lift Spirits At Assisted Living Homes
Students visit assisted living residents, offering small acts of kindness that make a big impact, teachers say.
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|Neighbor News|
Suffolk Police Recruits Given Gun Safes To Promote Safe Storage, Officials Say
New officers received personal safes through a partnership with health officials and law enforcement groups, officials say.
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Hauppauge, NY|News|
2 Women Accused Of Stealing Wallet At Hauppauge Dollar Tree: Police
Two women are accused of taking a wallet left behind at a Veterans Memorial Highway store, police said.
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Huntington|News|
Huntington Man Disappears Late Sunday Night; Police Ask For Tips
Justin Rodriguez, 30, was last seen near Breezy Park after leaving his Huntington home late Sunday night, police say.
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
VIDEO: House Fire Breaks Out In Lindenhurst, Arson Squad Investigating: Police
The fire is believed to be non-criminal, police say.
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Huntington|Neighbor News|
Huntington Earns ‘Tree City USA’ Title For 2025 Recognition
Town earns national recognition from Arbor Day Foundation for continued investment in urban forestry and environmental stewardship.
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Babylon Village, NY|News|
West Babylon Teen, 15, Reported Missing: Police
Angel Aju-Poitan, 15, was last seen leaving his Ulster Avenue home on March 6, police said.
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Huntington|News|
Melville Plumbing Institute Offers Free Training, Path To Jobs
A fully funded Melville-based training program is now accepting applications and a pathway into the in-demand plumbing trade, organizers say
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Commack, NY|Neighbor News|
Nearly 300 LI Students Attend Holocaust Conference In Commack
High school students gathered in Commack for a day of survivor testimony, exhibits, and anti-bias programming, organizers say.
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