Man Punches Yorkie Dog, Gets Arrested: Patch PM

Patch PM shares a few of the day’s must-read items from our regional network. The Patch community platform includes communities in the lower Hudson Valley, Long Island, New York City, New Jersey and Connecticut. Here are stories worth talking about tonight:

Man Arrested For Assaulting Dog And Its Owner: Police. The dog broke a rib, and its owner was also assaulted.

Bill Clinton Helps Launch County’s Largest Solar Array. Insurance giant Swiss Re launch installed the new solar array at its headquarters.

Elementary School Student Pulled From Ocean Dies. Another child is in critical condition.

Student Faces Jail For Falsely Reporting Rape. She recanted her original story, which alleged she was raped at a frat party.

U.S. Marine Assaults Police Officer. The female officer was attempting to break up a fight.

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