Widespread Flu Infects Many On Long Island: Patch Week In Review

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

Flu Widespread In NY; Dozens Sickened On Long Island

State health officials say the flu is already widespread. Hundreds have fallen ill statewide and one child has died.

Gang Leader Charged With Ordering Long Island Teen's Murder

Officials say the gang leader ordered the murder of a 15-year-old in 2016 as a way for others to prove their loyalty to the gang.

'Miracle On The 18th Hole': Dog Saved From Drainage Pipe

As firefighters escorted Santa through town, they got the call about a large dog stuck in a drainage pipe at the golf course.

The Best Christmas Light Displays Across Long Island [MAP]

Looking to catch some great Christmas light displays around town? We've got a map with hundreds of locations.

DOT Worker Accused Of Faking Timesheets, Stealing Over $12K: DA

The 47-year-old, who has worked for the state DOT for 12 years, allegedly faked her timesheets over the course of 4 months, the DA says.

Woman Desperate To Find Dog, Sammie, Reported Stolen From Vet

"I just want my dog back," a heartbroken woman said. Have you seen Sammie?

Man Who Made Anti-Semitic Threats At LI Costco Arrested: Police

Police say the man threatened two men, as well as an 11-year-old child, and made anti-Semitic comments against all of them.

Long Island Christmas Weather Forecast: Old Farmer's Almanac

Some areas may be wishing for snow and getting it. Others will get so much they don't want it. Here's what the almanac says we'll get.

LI Sanitation Employee Stabbed Coworker With Hunting Knife: PD

The quick actions of other employees saved the life of the man, who was stabbed in the chest with a large knife.

Also worth a read:

• 25-Year-Old LI Man Charged With Animal Cruelty
• Long Island Teen Starring In Christmas Spectacular At Radio City
• Man Tries To Lure Girl Into His Car With Cash
• Suffolk Cop Awarded Carnegie Medal For Heroism
• Man Convicted Of 2008 LI Rape Caught Reentering Country Illegally
• Beloved Elementary Teacher Removed; Parents Outraged
• MS-13 Leader Pleads Guilty To Ordering Murder Of Nassau Teen
• 20 Displaced After Massive Apartment Complex Fire
• Iconic, Decayed Long Island Art Deco Building Demolished
• Audits: Long Beach Overpaid On Separation, Failed On Oversight