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Driver Hit 13-Year-Old On Bike, Left Scene In West Islip: Police

A Deer Park man was arrested after police said a vehicle struck a boy on a bicycle and continued without stopping.

Oyster Bay's Landmark 'Sad Tree' Falls In Storm, Mourned By Generations Of Residents

"Perhaps she knew it was her time to go." The waterfront tree that became a symbol of resilience and community has fallen.

Long Island Pastor Sentenced To 17.5 Years For Child Sexual Exploitation: Feds

Jose Saez Jr. of Brentwood coerced minors online and abused one child at a public park, federal prosecutors say.

Cocaine, Guns, Cash Seized In Suffolk County Drug Ring Takedown: DA

11 people were indicted after a long-term investigation into cocaine trafficking across Suffolk County, prosecutors said.

Student, 15, Spearheads Efforts To Tackle Substance Abuse, Mental Health Issues, With Hamptons Event

"I have seen the devastation of substance misuse and other serious mental health issues in my community."

Fire Breaks Out In Trailers Behind Home Depot In Riverhead: Police

The store was closed for cleanup and for the removal of the trailers that caught fire, police say.

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