After LI Teacher's Rape Charge, Safety Policy Installed: Patch PM

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After LI Teacher's Rape Charge, School District Installs Safety Policy

The district, which was under scrutiny for accusations of sexual abuse, passed the measure with support of alumni.

Pair Of Suffolk Long Island Police Officers, 1st Responders Help Mom Deliver Baby Boy At Home

The group helped the mom deliver the baby and then administered oxygen, cops say.

Long Islanders Asked To Cut Down On Irrigation Usage During Dry Spell

Residents were asked to boost their water conservation efforts by the Long Island Water Conference.

Long Island Gang Beat And Shot Man, 20, With BB Gun In Park: Cops

The four males, which included two teens, were known to the 20-year-old victim, police said. They were charged with gang assault.

New York Yankees Call Up Ex-LI High-Schooler

Pitcher Greg Weissert, of Long Island, was called up for to provide bullpen help to the Yankees in Thursday night's game.

Cop In Gabby Petito Utah Traffic Stop Gets Promotion

The traffic stop was the subject of an investigation and later prompted a $50 million lawsuit by Petito's family.

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