Citing Pilot Shortage, American Airlines Cuts LI Service: Patch PM

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Citing Pilot Shortage, American Airlines Cuts LI Service

The airline said "a regional pilot shortage" spurred the decision; the airline will stop flying to Islip in September.

Portion Of Thomas Valva $200M Wrongful Death Suit Can Proceed: Judge

Thomas Valva, 8, froze to death in the garage of his LI home; his father, an ex-NYPD officer, is charged in his death, officials say.

Movie Theater Customer, Employee Engage In Physical Altercation: PD

The altercation occurred right outside of the movie theater on Saturday and a witness tried to intervene, police say.

LI's 'American Idol' Star Christian Guardino To Play Long Island Theatre

The singer will headline a November show. Tickets go on sale Wednesday.

Estelle's Dressy Dresses Of Long Island Celebrates 30 Years

Estelle Schlossberg founded Estelle's Dressy Dresses in 1992, and it has become one of the U.S.'s largest retailers of fancy dresses.

Family Mourns Following Fatal Motorcycle Crash; GoFundMe Page Started

The donation site has received more than $18,000 in contributions in less than 24 hours for the Long Island family.

First Hearing In Gabby Petito's Family’s Lawsuit To Be Held Wednesday

Attorneys will argue whether the case against Brian Laundrie's family will move to a jury trial, according to a report.

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