LI Knits For Koalas, Kangaroos Hurt In Australia Fires: Patch PM

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Community Knits Kangaroo Pouches, Koala Mittens For Australia

Haunted by defenseless koalas and kangaroos desperate to escape Australia's raging fires? Here's one way you can help.

Northport Middle School Parents Furious Over High Mercury Levels

Elevated mercury levels were found in the cesspool area outside the building, officials said. Parents were outraged.

Dogs Crying With No Food, Water In 'Deplorable' Garage: SPCA

A woman faces animal cruelty charges after the dogs, ribs showing, were found crying, with no food or water, in "deplorable" garage: SPCA

Pier 1 Imports, With 11 LI Stores, Closing Up To 450 Locations

The retailer said the plans were to "better align its business with the current operating environment."

Freeport Woman Suing Village, County For Alleged Police Brutality

She claims a sheriff's deputy punched her in the face when serving papers to her home, and that Freeport police tried to cover it up.

Man Files $5M Lawsuit, Claims Shelter Secretly Adopted Out Dog

The man says the shelter found his dog, worth over $20K, and adopted him out. The town is disputing the lawsuit, calling it "frivolous."

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