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Gilgo Case Shows There's No Way To Screen For Killers: Advocate | PM

Also: Hoarder house dogs / Jake's 58 to expand / Biz's 30 years / Teen hurt in crash: PD / Nurse's honor / Sentence in Uber driver death: DA

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Gilgo Case Shows There's No Way To Screen For Killers, Advocate Says

"There's a misconception that somehow we can screen out the bad guys, like there's a difference between a good buyer and a bad buyer."

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Dogs Saved From LI Hoarder House Need Forever Homes

The shelter has 20 of the 43 small dogs; all were matted, dirty and injured when they arrived but are now ready for new lives.

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Jake's 58 Expansion Approved By Islandia Board: 'We're Elated'

The $200M expansion will see the casino double its gaming terminals, renovate its hotel, add amenities and more.

30 Years Of Zaro's Cafe On Long Island: 'We Appreciate You Guys'

"Keeping supporting us, and hopefully we'll make it another 30 years," Edmund Zarou, manager of the family-owned Greek eatery, said.

Teen Hurt, Hospitalized In Hit-And-Run Long Island Crash: Police

The 14-year-old victim suffered a fracture and other injuries in the Tuesday collision, police said.

Long Island Nurse Receives SUNY Old Westbury Cause For Applause Award

Adele Gutierrez, a nurse in the campus' Student Health Center, was recognized for going above and beyond her assigned responsibilities.

Long Island Man Gets 20 Years To Life For Killing Uber Driver: DA

Shaun Teemer is also sentenced for plowing his vehicle into a 73-year-old woman, the DA announced.

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