Baby Found Next To Kilo Of Cocaine In Drug Bust: Week In Review

Here are some of the biggest stories that Long Island Patches covered this week.

LIRR Fare Hike Looms To Stave Off Cancellations, MTA Says

The MTA says that it's increasing fares and tolls to make up a $1 billion revenue shortfall.

Long Island Thanksgiving Travel 2018: Best, Worst Times To Drive

Patch has compiled tips to help you get through this traffic-heavy holiday weekend whether you're traveling by car, train or plane.

Baby Found Next To Kilo Of Cocaine In Drug Trafficking Bust: DA

Two individuals face up to life in prison if convicted of the top charges. Bail is set at $2 million for an accused major drug trafficker.

Long Island Soldier Surprises His Kids At School With His Return

Sgt. Thomas Hartley had been away from home for months. See the video of their heartwarming reunion.

Man Arrested For Sexually Assaulting Teen: Police

The girl was walking down a street with her friend when she was sexually assaulted on Sunday morning, police say.

Also worth a read:

• High Winds Topple Long Island Church Steeple
• Popular Nassau Roller Rink Likely To Close
• Officers Rescue Man After Boat Overturns In Heavy Seas
• LI Children's Museum Holding Special Birthday Celebration Event
• Car Carrier Overturns on LIE Off-Ramp
• Police Save Suicidal Man From Jumping Off Overpass
• Town Sanitation Worker Killed By Garbage Truck
• Bloods' Gang-Related Drug Ring Dismantled: Feds
• Long Islanders Laundered Money For Drug Traffickers: US Attorney

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