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Man Strangles His Estranged Pregnant Wife: Cops: Week In Review

ALSO: Ice cream shop's pro-Trump sign causes controversy | Hundreds attend funeral for veteran | 2 killed when sand wall collapses

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

Dad, Fiancée Indicted On Murder Charges After Son Froze: Attorney

Funeral services also began Wednesday for Thomas Valva, 8, who police say died after he was left overnight in a frigid garage.

Estranged Husband Charged With Murder Of Long Island Woman

The woman, 27, was found strangled to death in her home this month, police say. She was pregnant with a second child, police say.

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Hundreds Attend LI Funeral For Vietnam Vet With Purple Heart

Fred Haag's family expected a handful of people to attend his funeral. Hundreds attended. Relatives were stunned.

Long Island Teacher Matt 'Dezy' DiStefano Dies From Cancer At 42

The father of three, who inspired many through his DezyStrong Foundation, "had a heart of gold and touched everyone he encountered."

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2 Workers Dead After Sand Wall Collapses At Long Island Home

Police say one person has died and rescue crews are searching for a second worker's body after a sand wall caved in.

Motorcycles Damaged In Break-In At Billy Joel's Mansion: Reports

Police say a dozen motorcycles were damaged in a break-on over the weekend. Multiple media outlets say the home belongs to Billy Joel.

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