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Sloth Encounters Accused Of Abuse After Undercover Investigation: PM

Also: Dirt collapse death / $10K reward for info on dog stabbed 17X: SPCA / Storm / Boat fire / Scam injury: DA / Girls' team helps pantry

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Share-worthy stories from Long Island Patch sites to talk about tonight:

LI's Sloth Encounters Accused Of Abuse After Undercover Investigation

An undercover investigator with the Humane Society recorded a staff member hitting a sloth. The society called for the facility's shutdown

Find out what's happening in Hauppaugefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Man Dies When Excavated Dirt Collapses

Masonry employees were installing cesspool rings when a man went into a hole, and the dirt collapsed on him, police say.

Find out what's happening in Hauppaugefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Reward Doubled To $10K For Info Leading To Conviction Of Dog Abuser: SPCA

The pitbull was found in November with 17 stab wounds.

Vehicular Beach Access Closed In Hampton Bays To Thwart Storm Erosion

"We're hopeful that temporarily closing the weak points may reduce the possibility of waterflow that could have eroded the dune structure.

Boat Fire Quickly Extinguished

No injuries were reported, officials say.

'Unconscionable': Facebook Marketplace Scam Seriously Injures Man; Man Indicted: DA

A man is in a wheelchair after another man stole money for a PS5 from him and then drove off while he was hanging from the car, the DA says.

Girls Lacrosse Team Helps Local Food Pantry

The team collected items and food in time for the holiday season and helped those in need.

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