Woman Tried Hiring Hitman To Kill Ex-Husband: LI Week In Review

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

Woman Tried Hiring Hitmen To Kill Ex-Husband's Family: DA

The Long Island woman tried to hire hitmen to murder her ex-husband's mother and 5-year-old daughter, authorities say.

Police ID 3 Young Boys Hit By Car On Sunrise Highway

A 9-year-old boy, his 13-year-old brother and their 12-year-old cousin were all injured after being struck Wednesday morning.

Woman Dies From Injuries After Hit-And-Run

The woman was dragged nearly a mile after she was struck by a van Monday afternoon.

Why A Stolen, One-Winged Bald Eagle Has Broken Our Hearts

"He has to be so scared and confused."

NYPD Officer Rescues Driver Of Burning Minivan

The officer, a Long Islander, saved a man from his burning minivan just in time. Story includes an interview with the officer and video.

LI Nanny Stole Couple's Cat To Save It From Euthanasia

The nanny says she took her employers' 15-year-old cat to save it from being put down. Now she's facing criminal charges.

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• Man Abandoned Child In Car After Crash: Police
• 8 Hospitalized After Crash Involving School Bus: FD
• Man Caught Selling Cocaine Behind Hamptons Movie Theater: Cops
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• Off-Duty Officer Springs Into Action To Help Hurt Surfer
• LI Dog Up For Adoption Gets Help From Famous Twitter Account