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Police: Woman, 78, killed in crash while riding motorized scooter
Jie Cao was northbound on Lake Avenue South at Smithtown Boulevard when the crash occurred.
'She got the job of her dreams': Officer Patricia Espinosa funeral to have full police honors
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Off-duty Nassau officer killed in collision with alleged drunken driver near Smith Haven Mall, officials say
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Signs of a thaw in 17-month stalemate over Stony Brook road, dam repairs
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LI teen found not competent to stand trial in killing of ex-girlfriend, judge rules
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Fire Island e-bike use on sidewalks may be allowed in offseason
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New report finds risks of AI in schools are greater than the benefits. LI educators weigh in.
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Suffolk uses AI to power pilot program at call center
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Top 10 boys wrestler rankings
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Guide: LI's best empanadas
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Local sandwich chain to open 7th LI shop
Sneak peek: LI restaurants opening in 2026
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LI village to review road flooding with $50G grant
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Photos: Boys ice hockey — East Islip vs. Kings Park/Commack
East Islip hockey holds off Kings Park/Commack with late penalty kill
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Suffolk raises $42.5M for sewer project fund, on pace with projection
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Smithtown West girls basketball completes perfect week with four wins
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Photos: Suffolk girls basketball — West Babylon at Smithtown West
Southold earns playoff berth with help from CJ Bailey, Travis Sepenoski
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Photos: Suffolk boys basketball — Smithtown Christian at Southold
Suffolk to upgrade camping reservation system, a $15M revenue generator
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LI knitwear company Royal Apparel buys new warehouse
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'I'm concerned for the kids'

Winter birthday? These venues bring the heat with fun for all ages
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Police: Smithtown High School East student used weapon to menace classmate

Photos: Suffolk girls basketball — Hills East at Smithtown West
Lorefice's dominance helps Smithtown West hold Hills East at bay
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Former Huntington supervisor appointed to Suffolk's traffic violations agency
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Athlete of the Week is Smithtown Christian girls basketball's Loiacono
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Teacher Spotlight: She uses race cars and robotic bees to speak kids' language
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Why teen birth rates have plummeted on LI and in the U.S.
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President Donald Trump's impact on Long Island




