LI Man, 20, Going Blind From Rare Disease: 'Not The End': Patch PM

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LI Man, 20, Going Blind From Rare Disease: 'This Is Not The End'

He's also faced the loss of his mom, grandfather this year. "I will push forward. Some say my life story is tragic. I don't think that way."

Firefighter Injured In 'Heavy' Long Island House Fire

No one was inside the house, which was being renovated, police say. Roughly 60 firefighters responded.

Bed Bath & Beyond May Close Some Long Island Stores

The home goods retailer, which has nine stores on Long Island, also said it will cut 20 percent of its staff through layoffs.

Long Island Teen Awarded Scholarship For COVID-19 Saliva Test

Christopher Prainito will attend Harvard University with a focus on astrophysics.

4 Teens Charged With Gun Possession After Drive-by Shooting On LI: PD

One of the teens had fired a gun at another vehicle and the four were apprehended a short time later, police said.

Dog Stolen From In Front Of Long Island Business

Nancy Skolnick is asking anyone who can to help her recover her 12-year-old dog.

Martha Stewart Spends Weekend Enjoying North Fork Delights

The style maven made the rounds, taking in yards sales, shopping on Main Road, and stopping at Maroni Cuisine in Southold this weekend.

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