Long Island Real Estate Agent Busted In Rental Scam: Police

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Long Island Real Estate Agent Busted In Rental Scam: Police

The real estate agent took deposits on a rental home but tenants were told they couldn't move in; others may have been scammed, police say.

Long Island Home Featured In Films Sells For Record-Breaking $5.7M

A grand Long Island estate, "Shorebluff," featured in films including "Margot at the Wedding" and "The Forgotten," has sold for $5.7 million.

NTSB Releases Preliminary Report On LIRR Death

The early findings suggest the man fell against the train after it started to pull out of the station.

Osprey Found Dangling In Tree Impaled By Fishing Line

The female Osprey was rescued last week and is currently fighting an infection.

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