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The 90-year-old library book was last checked out in 1933.
The 90-year-old library book was last checked out in 1933. (Jeff Edwards / Patch)

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The man pleaded guilty to impersonating a cop and possessing multiple fraudulent NYPD identification cards, the DA says.

90-Year Overdue Library Book Returned To The Shelves

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Fines of 20 cents a day could have really added up over those decades — fortunately, this public library in New York caps overdue fines at $5.

Pair Lived Illegally In New York Home, Sold Owner's Possessions: PD

The man was also charged in relation to a gunpoint robbery at a gas station, police say.

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Rally In Solidarity With Israel Draws Crowd In NY: 'No One Is Alone'

The synagogue was packed with those who gathered to show support for Israel, and to comfort one another in dark times.

Civil War Soldiers To Come To Life From Graves At Cemetery Tour

A self-guided tour will allow visitors to learn about its Civil War soldiers — from their graves and from re-enactors.

Elementary School Temporarily Closed After SUV Crashes Into Building

Police said that the accident happened before school started for the day and there were no injuries to students or staff.

Suffolk County District Attorney's Office

Man Indicted After Killing Aunt's Dog: DA

The dog received traumatic injuries, including a fatal brain injury, the DA says.

Bomb Scare Near Synagogue Closes Streets For Investigation

"Especially in light of the recent attacks on Israel, extreme caution was exercised," mayor says.

Courtesy Carter Rubin

'You Should Be Here': 'The Voice' Winner' Writes Song For Scout Killed

"You were the friend that comes once in a lifetime." Carter Rubin's song, "Plane Ticket to Heaven", left no eyes dry. Watch his video here.

Bagel Boss/Andrew Hazen

Bagel Boss Offers Special Bagel As Fundraiser For Israel

Bagel Boss CEO Andrew Hazen said: "People could give their support and be able, at the same time, to have some comfort in our product."

NY High School Student Is 'Heart Of A Giant' Nominee

Alex Menghi suffered a season-ending injury but rehabbed enough to rejoin his teammates, his father said, praising his "we>me mentality."

Courtesy Lisa A. Dabrowski

'Gratitude': Formerly -Unknown Soldier Laid To Rest

U.S. Army Sergeant Bernard J. Sweeney, Jr. was laid to rest Tuesday. He was reported missing in 1944, when he was just 22.

Woman With NY Roots Facing Health Crisis, Wants To Come Home

"Her calling in life was helping people — and now she needs help."

Pizzeria Undict Offers Thin Crust Slices, Retro Look

Operations manager Michael Green told Patch: "This is something you don't see in your everyday pizzeria."

Man Shot Dead After Confronting Suffolk Officers With Swords: Police

The man, brandishing swords, charged at police officers who entered the home after he refused to go outside, police say.

Sorrow, Anger And Resolve As 3 Communities Come Together For Israel

A seaside vigil brought religious/civic leaders together to share grief and support each other as horrors a world away touch close to home.

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