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The children were 1, 9, and 10 years old, police say.
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"It's really nice to know so many people cared and were looking out. It gave us hope that we'd find him."
District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney called it "a travesty of justice."
The man, 28, was charged for the Saturday afternoon incident, police said.
The federal trial for the disgraced former congressman is expected to last three weeks, the U.S. Attorney's office said.
The bill passed last week by the County Legislature.
Gina Pellettiere and Bea Ferrari will be honored with a "symbolic gesture of the everlasting impact that educators can have."
Off The Ballot: Judge Rules RFK Jr. Misrepresented Address
The judge in Albany found that the dark horse candidate falsely claimed to be a New Yorker in nominating petitions, invalidating them.
Kenneth Cole's Estate Hits The Market With $22M Price Tag
The fashion icon and his wife, Maria Cuomo Cole, are downsizing and selling one of the most prestigious addresses in the Hudson Valley.
Firefighters Make The Second Rope Rescue Of The Week At Dam
This most recent save comes just days after first responders pulled a man from the rushing waters below the dam's spillway.
Police posted flyers about the incident along the bike path following the July 26 incident. Now, a suspect has been arrested.
She's facing a felony charge under Leandra's Law after driving while intoxicated Saturday afternoon with a child in the car, police say.
Don't litter. That's key to controlling stormwater and protecting the bay, the mayor said.
The 64-year-old victim was struck in the face by an unknown person during the overnight hours of June 8, police said.
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Jenna Tomeo said her café, founded in memory of her aunt, will "always be remembered," calling the recognition "really special."
He threatened violence while displaying what appeared to be a gun in his waistband, and the teller gave him cash, police say.
The fair will feature a mobile mammography van and breast cancer survivor speeches and local businesses. The fair is looking for vendors.
New wildfire prevention placards have been placed at trailheads throughout town. See how to take a selfie and help the effort.
The CDC says listeriosis is an infection typically caused by eating food contaminated with the bacterium listeria monocytogenes.
"Vehicular violence will not be tolerated in Suffolk County." — DA
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"I'm just so appreciative of the people in our community. Always a helping hand." — Matt Curran
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A pair of Long Islanders helped to create the surfboard
He was also found with drug paraphernalia, police say.
The funding will also allow patients to enroll in clinical trials for the latest innovations in cancer therapies.
"It's your typical diner dishes, just kind of modernized a little bit," owner Nicholas Christofiges told Patch.
The Senior Resource Fair will bring older adults to a free farmers market, There will also be energy conservation and health screening tips.
Residents have been crying out about potential "critical rezoning" that could mean development north of bucolic Sound Avenue in Riverhead.
The restaurant serves entrees, steak, pasta, sushi, handhelds, and more, promising a "five-star dining experience."
The haze was seen over the area this week.
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