7 Dogs Found Across LI, Tethered, Caged In Frigid Cold: Patch PM

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

LI Man Leaves Pitbull Tethered Outside In Cold: SPCA

The dog was left outside for more than an hour, Suffolk County SPCA detectives say. The Middle Island man was charged.

Six Dogs Left Outside In Freezing Temperatures: Cops

It was 25 degrees and the water in the dogs' bowls was frozen, police say.

Man Fatally Struck By Car After Exiting Disabled Pickup Truck

The 31-year-old got out of his pickup truck after experiencing mechanical issues when he was struck and killed Wednesday morning.

Santa's Christmas Tree Farm Opens Again Under New Ownership

"I am so happy to be able to open this year because so many families have been coming for 30 years and now they bring their children."

Fire Near Nassau Train Station: 4 Vehicles Destroyed (VIDEO)

The fire broke out around 11:15 a.m. Wednesday.

2nd Nassau Home Catches Fire Days After Deadly Blaze (VIDEO)

Video showed heavy flames and thick smoke shooting out of the windows and roof of the building.

Multiple Homes Burn In Elmont Blaze

Firefighters are on the scene, trying to contain the damage.

South Shore Craft Brewery Brings New Tastes To The Area

The farm brewery gets the majority of its ingredients from New York farmers and sources, making everything extra local.

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• Employee Stole More Than $260,000 From Nassau Library: DA

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