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Woman Dragged From SUV As Mugger Tries To Escape With Her Purse On LI: Police | Patch PM

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Woman Dragged From SUV As Mugger Tries To Escape With Her Purse On LI: Police

He was nabbed after bolting from the parking lot, and crashing the SUV, police say.

Find out what's happening in Port Jeffersonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Find out what's happening in Port Jeffersonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Deer Cull On Fire Island National Seashore To Resume After Pause From Winter Storm

The operation was concluded on the William Floyd Estate in January, the National Parks Service says.

LI Woman Indicted After Fatal Crash; Accused Of Using Xanax, Cocaine: NCDA

"For miles along multiple busy highways and roads, this defendant recklessly drove while allegedly high on drugs," DA Anne Donnelly said.

Hooter's Location Closes, Former Workers Reflect On 'Sisterhood'

"For 13 years, Hooters was more than just a workplace; it was my home and my community."

Over 30 Birds Found Dead, City Awaits Bird Flu Sampling

City officials said Thursday morning that they had contacted the state Department of Environmental Conservation to test the birds for H5N1.

Cupcakes With A Cause: LI Bakery Empowering Adults With Disabilities To Join Annual Food Event

This bakery's sweet success has led to hands-on job training, growing independence — and now a place at a 30th annual benefit.

Drives Plunges Into Icy Waters At Town Docks In Dense Fog: FD

Firefighters say the driver inadvertently drove down the boat ramp and became stuck in icy waters early Wednesday morning.

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