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LI Music Teacher Charged With Strangling Student To Death Faces Murder Charge: PD

A 27-year-old Massapequa man is facing a murder charge after a 25-year-old woman was pronounced dead Monday morning, police say.

'Deadly' Heat Sets To Slam Long Island This Week; 'Little Overnight Relief' Expected: NWS

Here's how to stay safe.

Police ID Pedestrian Killed In North Bellport Last Week

The 30-year-old was struck on Station Road on June 25, Suffolk police say.

Arson Squad Investigate After 2 Hurt In Explosion At Recycling Facility In Holbrook: Police

It happened at around 7:30 a.m. as employees were working, Suffolk police say.

Alive After 5 Kicks Off Thursday, Celebrating 25 Years Of Music And Community On Patchogue's Main Street

"This year's event is even more meaningful as we proudly join in commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States."

Nurses Threaten Strike At St. Charles Hospital In Port Jefferson

The nurses association say St. Charles' hospital executives are "flouting" the state's safe staffing law.

Greenport Filled With 'Unstoppable Pride' As Crowds Turn Out For Pride Parade, Festival: Photos

See a huge gallery of all the joyful, colorful photos from the 4th Annual North Fork Pride Parade and Festival Saturday here.

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