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Wedding Cop Biter | 19 Abused Pups In Car | 11 Sets Of Twins, 1 School

Also: Honor student shines / Thief steals $605 worth of ice cream: PD / No school AC; parents shocked / Shinnecock Powwow brings tradition

The twins all started school this week on Long Island.
The twins all started school this week on Long Island. (Courtesy Sayville High School)

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.

Man Bites Cop After 'Multiple' Fights Break Out At LI Wedding: Police

More than 100 guests were present at a Long Island wedding when "multiple skirmishes" broke out — and a man bit a police officer in the arm, authorities said.

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Toddler, 19 Abused Puppies Found In Parked Car With Guns: Cops

A 2-year-old child and loaded firearms were also inside the car, police say.

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Morgan Steele, a senior at Kellenberg H.S., will participate in an honors-only conference next year. (Morgan Steele)

Honor Student From Long Island To Join Future Medical Leaders Event

Morgan Steele, a senior at Kellenberg Memorial High School, told Patch: "I never thought that I would get something like this."

Woman Steals $605 Worth Of Ice Cream From Long Island Store: Cops

The woman stole $605 worth of ice cream on Monday, police say.

Parent 'Shocked,' Long Island School No Air-Conditioning In Hot Weather
The elementary school is one of two schools in the district to start the year minus air-conditioning.

The Shinnecock Indian Powwow featured dance and a celebration of tradition. / Courtesy Rebekah Phoenix Wise

Tradition Shines At 77th Shinnecock Indian Powwow: Photos, Video

"As we dance upon the earth, we are reminded that our culture and love for one another is the resounding heartbeat that transcends all.'

Vice Doughnuts & Coffee Opening In Farmingdale: 'We're So Excited'

"Main Street is missing a family friendly hang out stop, and we're elated to fill that gap," said co-owner Gina O'Brien.

LI Market Owner Accused Of 'Human Trafficking, Sexual Assault': Suit

Marie Eiffel, who owns a market and boutique, was also charged with theft of wages — and choking and touching employees, lawsuit says.

iSmash To Offer Destroy And De-Stress Rage Rooms On Long Island

You can release your pent up anger by smashing stuff, throwing splatter paint and hurling axes.

LI Woman Wakes Up To Find Strange Man In Her Bedroom: Police

He was touching her leg, police say.

Ulster County Unveils 2023 'I Voted' Sticker Winner

Officials said there were more than 3,300 votes cast in total, with more than 1,300 votes specifically for winner artwork.

Outdoor 'Forest School' Movement Alive And Growing In Westchester

Parents wonder what they do in the rain? Stomping comes into it.

Work Closing SB I-87 Includes Replacing Bridge Girder Severed By Truck

No one will be going south on the New York Thruway on Saturday.

11 Sets Of Twins Begin Senior Year At 1 Long Island High School

A high school on Long Island will be seeing double come graduation day. A total of 11 sets of twins began their senior year on Thursday.

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