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Woman Dismembered / Parking Lot Lewdness / $17K Art Heist: PD / Cult
Also: $599K in home vandalism: PD / Toy drive /Knife fight over parking space: PD / Soccer start's 3rd Olympics / Ticks / Toddler drownings
On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from all across New York. Here's a roundup of some of the most-read stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.
LI Man Indicted After Dismembering Woman, Hiding Remains: DA
He hid her remains in 3 separate places, DA says. The woman's disappearance sparked a massive search and outcry by friends and family.
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$17K Worth Of Artwork Stolen From Storage Facility: Police
Police are asking for the public's help to help nab whoever was responsible for the art heist.
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3 Cult Leaders Sentenced In Child-Marriage Abduction Of 2 Children: Prosecutors
The elaborate scheme included disguises, aliases, drop phones, fake travel documents, and an encrypted application, prosecutors said.
The Chloe Belle Foundation Collecting Toys For Child Cancer Patients In Summer Drive
Toys can be purchased off an Amazon list. Gifts offer children fighting cancer a "moment of happiness," the foundation's president said.
LI Gas Station Owner Fights Man With Knife Over Parking Spaces: Police
He faces charges that include second-degree assault from the Wednesday afternoon altercation, police said.
Soccer Star Makes 3rd Olympics
Crystal Dunn will begin her quest with the Team USA women's soccer squad for gold in Paris starting on July 25.
Police are asking for the public's help to identify 3 of the remaining individuals they believe were involved with the damage, vandalism.
The Aggressive Tick That Triggers Meat Allergy: What To Know
Scientists are unsure why some people bitten by the tick develop a potentially life-threatening allergy to the red meat protein alpha-gal.
'Just Wild About Harry' Chapin Tribute Concert Coming Soon
The free concert features several artists. Concertgoers are asked to bring non-perishable food donations for Long Island Cares.
Teen Pulls 2 Swimmers To Safety
All three people were brought to a hospital for evaluation and treatment.
'Drenched In Blood': MS-13 Gang Leader Pleads Guilty To 8 Murders: DOJ
An MS-13 gang leader pleaded guilty Wednesday to 8 murders, multiple attempted murders, arson and firearms offenses, officials announce.
A woman is charged with murder in connection to the brutal slaying of her intimate partner.
Parking Lot Lewdness Captured On Video: Police
A man was charged after the video was provided by a witness, police say.
Funeral For Chief Of Patrol; 39-Year Veteran Of Department
Kevin Canavan, who was 64 years old, died of a 9/11-related illness.
'Government Auction' Signs Around Town A Scam: Police
The signs, a violation of town code, are being removed, police say.
As Toddler Drownings Spike, County Takes Action: 'Life And Death'
The county executive offered safety tips and a phone alert was sent out countywide Tuesday.
Police are searching for the man involved in the Tuesday afternoon incident, police said.
Military Women, First Responders, EMTs Can Get Free Wedding Gowns
Princess Bridals is joining an effort to honor military women and first responders. "This is a time to be grateful," an organizer said.
Gas Leak Odor Turns Out To Be Algae Bloom Smell From Nearby Lake
This week, the fire department has responded to more than 15 reports of odors of gas, primarily in the area surrounding a particular lake.
Stolen Maserati Stolen Used In Interstate Crime Spree
Police say the stolen high-end sports car was used in burglaries in Massachusetts and Connecticut before being abandoned.
Fawn Caught In The Mire, Firefighter Come To The Rescue
Spoiler Alert: This dramatic rescue had a happy ending and a reunion with an extremely grateful mama deer.
The police department will launch a DJI M300 series drone equipped with high-definition cameras and thermal imaging.
Upswing In New York COVID Hospitalizations, Hochul Addresses Concerns
Hospitalizations are increased compared to this time last year, but are far below rates seen in summer 2022, the governor said.
LI Mourns As NYPD Officer Killed In Nail Salon Crash Is Laid To Rest
Hundreds gathered on Saturday to mourn NYPD officer Emilia Rennhack, 1 of 4 killed when a drunk driver plowed through a nail spa.
Ribbon-Cutting Celebrates 'Homes for Heroes' Apartments For Vets
The supportive housing more than doubles the amount of housing for formerly homeless vets on the grounds of historic Camp Shanks.
Holy Buds Cannabis To Deliver Out Of Warehouse
The business aims to blend entertainment and cannabis knowhow to offer the "biggest and best experiences the industry has ever seen" on LI.
War Veterans From Vietnam, Korea, To Reunite At American Airpower Museum
The public is invited to cheer on the veterans as they receive tribute journals with photos from their May trip to Washington, D.C.
Toddler, 2, Dies After Being Found In Pool: Police
The little boy died at the hospital on Wednesday, police say.
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