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Brutal Stabbing: DA | Deer Stuck | 40 Cats In 'Horrific' Hoarder House

Also: Poop-scooping business / Machete-menacing: PD / Man busted for doing donuts: PD / 'Despicable' dad abused daughter: DA / Cheer victory

Here's a rundown of the weird, shocking and wonderful news across communities this week.
Here's a rundown of the weird, shocking and wonderful news across communities this week. (Courtesy Katie Bubeck)

On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from all across New York. Here's a roundup of some of the most-read stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

LI Man Sentenced After Near-Fatal Stabbing With Kitchen Knife: DA

He was found with the bloody kitchen knife after stabbing a man so badly, he had to have part of his pancreas removed, the DA says.

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Poop-Scooping Business Offers Pet Waste Removal: 'It’s Different'

"We want to be a service that helps you buy back some of your time," a co-founder said.

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

Machete-Menacing Men Rob Pedestrian: Police

They grabbed him from behind and stole his wallet while menacing with the machete, police say.

Deer With Container On Its Head Saved By Rescuers: 'We Never Gave Up'

Rescuers say the situation was avoidable. "This is human error. This is because someone didn't recycle properly." See dramatic video here.

Man Charged With Doing Donuts For Large Group: Police

The man was doing donuts among several other vehicles while numerous pedestrians watched, police say.

'Despicable':Father Gets 18 Years For Repeatedly Sexually Abusing Daughter, DA Says

The girl's mother captured the man sexually abusing their daughter on video, the DA says.

Massive Takedown Of 'Bloodhound Brim' Street Gang On Long Island: DA

The gang was charged in 34 incidents, including 18 shootings — 1 0f a teacher —3 armed robberies, 3 long-term conspiracies, 12 handguns: DA

SPCA Westchester

40 Cats Rescued From 'Horrific' Hoarder House By SPCA

The rescuers are urgently seeking donations to help treat the terrified felines found "living in filth and garbage."

Johnny Carson's Former Rye Home Hits The Market For $5.3M

The 9,923-sq.ft. manor on nearly 2 acres, was also once owned by the "Amelia Bedelia" children's books series illustrator, Fritz Seibel.

'Guilty': Mount Vernon Men Convicted In $7.9M COVID Relief Scheme

After collecting hundreds of thousands in kickback payments, the three took photos of their stacks of ill-gotten cash.

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Vice Doughnuts & Coffee Opens: 'We’re Super Excited'

"If you want to taste the freshest doughnut you've ever tasted in your life, you better get to [Vice]," co-owner Gina O'Brien said.

Man Accused Of Murder Over 2021 Snowbank Car Fire: PD

The man found dead in the Hyundai after firefighters extinguished the blaze had been shot, police said.

Courtesy Lauren Berry

Varsity Cheer Team Makes Finals: 'What An Amazing Feat!'

The team was ranked 25th in the nation in their division. "This is just a dream team, working together as a family." Coach Lauren Berry.

SAT Administrators Ordered To Pay $750K For Selling Students' Data

New York AG Letitia James said College Board, a NY non-profit that develops and administers exams, exploited student info. for profit.

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