The students are helping scientists research the creatures from their classroom.
ACLD Foundation recognized West Islip’s Michael Crisci of L&M Painting as 2017 Golf Outing Honoree for his support and contributions.
The 18-year-old punched, kicked and bit the officers after he was asked to leave the temple on Tuesday morning, police say.
He will be performing in the marching band at the 2018 All-American Bowl in Texas.
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Hurricane Nate slammed into the mouth of the Mississippi River Saturday night. We've got the latest on potential impacts on Long Island.
There are four sex offenders living in the Wantagh area.
The students all did exceptionally well on the difficult AP exams.
He racked up two dozen traffic infractions while he was riding, police say.
The beach is for more than just waves. And Jones Beach has interesting events planned all autumn long.
What asked local Patch readers what they would miss the most if they moved off the island. Check out their answers and then add your own.
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Here are the DWI arrests police reported from Sept. 14 to 21.
See pictures and videos from the flooding, which was caused by Jose's storm surge.
She was charged with abusing a special-needs child in her care, but those charges were quickly dropped.
It was a spirited celebration, capped off with a win for the championship Warriors.
The 53-year-old was head of the county's emergency management department, and spent decades as a volunteer fire fighter.
They started off their year by collecting goods for those who lost everything in the hurricanes.
They will go on to compete for a prestigious title and scholarship reward.
Homes By Mara of Syosset welcomes Sue Ford of Wantagh as its newest licensed salesperson.
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Thirteen local residents were among the nearly 3,000 people killed.
Police say he threatened the precinct station as well as a courthouse.
He tied his dog to a post in the sun, causing it to eventually die of heat stroke, authorities say.
Nearly 3,000 students came back to school on Tuesday, ready to get back to work.
Lost cockatiel ' Princess' she was last seen on John street in Wantagh. She's friendly & may try to gravitate towards a human. lost Tuesday
Lost our cockatiel on Tuesday . She was last seen on Jane street in Wantagh. Please call with any helpful information
The 39-year-old was pronounced dead at the hospital Sunday morning, police say.
The Town of Hempstead is waiving all adoption fees, but it ends Sunday.
The new staff were introduced to the district and the people they'll be working with in the upcoming year.
The country singer had just wrapped a show at Jones Beach. Unfortunately, his gear didn't make it to the next stop.
The two said they would help the man move. Instead, police say they attacked him and robbed him.
When's the first day of school in Seaford? That, and other must-know dates for parents, students and teachers.
When's the first day of school in Wantagh? That, and other must-know dates for parents, students and teachers.
President of Pulse CPSEA shares 20 years of patient safety advocacy with companies, communities and special interest groups.
BREAKING: The man, who was intoxicated, was arguing with his girlfriend outside a restaurant before the situation escalated, police say.
BREAKING: The 65-year-old man, who police have now identified, had been in critical condition since being struck Sunday morning.