Principal Accused In Explicit Text Scandal Resigns: BOE: Patch PM

Share-worthy stories from Long Island Patch sites to talk about tonight:

Principal Student Says Sent Explicit Texts, Photos Resigns: BOE

"We share in the community's disgust over Mr. Regan's conduct."

Anti-vax Appeal Waits As Schools Set To Open In New York

Kids without required shots must have the 1st dose within 14 days after school starts; some districts are jumping the gun, lawyers say.

New York State Warns Residents About Fake Letters In Tax Scam

The letters threaten that personal property could be levied and sold, with drivers' licenses and passports revoked, state says.

Ex-Met Wally Backman Arrested In Domestic Dispute: Cops

The Long Island Ducks manager was arrested Friday morning, police say.

Father Of Woman Charged With Animal Cruelty Arrested: SPCA

The 26-year-old woman allegedly kept her injured pit bull with no water or shelter at her father's house. Now her father faces charges, too.

Saying Good-Bye To A Friend: Last Moments Of Tears, Honesty, Love

No one ever prepares you for what it's going to feel like to lose one of your best friends.

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• Work Begins To Extend Hempstead Harbor Shoreline Trail
• WATCH: German Tank Rolls Into Plainview On WW II Anniversary
• NRA Group Responds To Call To End New Hyde Park Fundraiser
• Riverhead PSEG Worker Helps Bring School Supplies To Kids In Need
• Sandy Hook Promise Officers To Be Honored
• Oyster Bay Supervisor Accused Of Silencing Critics; Town Responds
• Town Helps Make Bay Shore Family's American Dream Come True
• Teacher Faces Additional Charges For Alleged Sexual Abuse: DA
• 10 New Mosquito Samples In Suffolk Test Positive For West Nile

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