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In Face Of Coronavirus, Shelters Need Fosters For Pets: Patch PM

Also: Ex-stockbrokers target elderly in scheme / Malls close / Man robs LI bank/ 50% of workers told to stay home / NY Paid Leave Bill

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In Face Of Coronavirus, Shelter Needs Foster Families For Pets

"You can be part of the problem or part of the solution." Isolating at home? See how you can help out and foster a homeless pet.

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Ex-Stockbrokers Targeted Elderly In Stock Scheme: Feds

The ex-stockbrokers were convicted after conspiring with Long Island boiler rooms to cost elderly victims millions, federal agents say.

Find out what's happening in North Forkfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Coronavirus: All Indoor Mall Sections To Close In NY, PA, CT, NJ

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced another restrictive measure intended to curb the spread of the new coronavirus.

Man Robs LI Bank: Police

Police are still looking for the robber, they say.

Non-Essential NY Businesses Told Half Of Workers Must Stay Home

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced more drastic restrictions on businesses Wednesday

NY Paid Leave Bill: How It Helps Coronavirus-Affected Workers

State lawmakers will vote on paid sick-leave and quarantined worker protections Wednesday. Here's what it will mean for New Yorkers.

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'Strict' Water Conservation Measures Announced In Port Washington

New York Coronavirus: IKEA, Gap Among Growing Store Closures

Call For Nurses During Coronavirus Outbreak

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