Crime & Safety

DWI Bust Yields Gun: PD + LI Lee Impacts + Playground: Weekend Roundup

Here's a roundup of the top stories across Long Island this weekend.

Here's a roundup of the top stories across Long Island this weekend.
Here's a roundup of the top stories across Long Island this weekend. (Patch file photo)

LONG ISLAND, NY — Here's a roundup of the top stories across Long Island this weekend.

Man Charged With DWI On Long Island Caught With Handgun In Vehicle: PD

He was also in a minor crash involving a railroad crossing, police say.

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Long Island Elementary School Cuts Ribbon On New Playgrounds

"We are so excited to provide our students with two new playgrounds that include features meaningful to them and are ADA compliant."

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Town Closes Beaches Due To Waves, Rip Tides From Hurricane Lee

The town will issue alerts and warnings as needed and work to protect areas prone to flooding, officials say.

Hurricane Lee Sparks Town Effort To Protect Vulnerable Homes, Roads

The supervisor declared a state of emergency due to high tides, coastal flooding, "crashing waves," possible breach.

LI Motorcyclist Injured After Crashing Into Cement Truck: Police

He was airlifted to the hospital in serious condition, police say.

John Feal Says 'Work To Do' For 9/11 Victims

The leading advocate for first responders said he lobbied on Capitol Hill more than 350 times since the terror attacks.

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