900-Pound Shark, Freya, Spotted Off Coast Of LI: Patch PM

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900-Pound Shark, Freya, Spotted Off Coast Of Long Island

A Long Island shark "nursery" discovered in 2016 has seen a steady increase in its population of white sharks.

Long Island Man Strangled Dog While FaceTiming Family: DA

Three children were on the call, and the man is accused of threatening his family to not report the dog's killing, DA says.

Colleagues Mourn Long Island Corrections Officer Killed In Crash

Colleagues and department 'family' "are deeply saddened by the loss of one of our own. May she rest in peace." - Sheriff Errol Toulon

Helium Balloon Sales Banned In Long Island Town

A Long Island town bans sale of lighter-than-air-gas filled balloons. Do you support the environmental benefits or feel the ban will hurt business?

Traveling This 4th Of July? Check Gas Prices On Long Island

Gas prices are at a seven-year high this Independence Day. Before you travel, see how much you can expect to pay at the pump.

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