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With the help of anthropologists, authorities released renderings they hope will help identify a man whose remains were found in Gilgo Beach.

'Homicide by blunt-force trauma'

Justin Timberlake appeared in a Sag Harbor court Friday to plead guilty to a lesser charge in his drunken driving case.

'I did not live up to the standards that I try to hold for myself'

3,000 American flags were placed in Ackerson Plaza in Brightwaters to honor those lost on 9/11. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

The top female sunfish sailors gathered in Amityville to prepare for this weekend's North American championships on the Great South Bay. 

'Competitors here from all over the United States'

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The state grants are intended for repairs needed for residents to stay in their homes.

State grants up to $50G available to eligible homeowners with August storm damage

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Suffolk police said its Hate Crimes Unit is investigating.

Anti-Hindu graffiti spray-painted on temple in Melville

The suitcase was found earlier this month near a Huntington apartment complex.

Huntington man indicted on charges of concealing corpse in suitcase

The legislative report on the 2022 ransomware attack has put new focus on the current government's readiness to head off future attacks. 

Report calls for fixes to Suffolk's cybersecurity readiness; Romaine cites progress

Investigators hope the three new images, rendered by forensic anthropologists who studied the person's skull, will help lead to an identification.

Gilgo Beach victim: New images, description released

"We're really looking at "how can our stories make a difference?" said Herstory Writers Network founder Erika Duncan, describing the program held in Wyandanch.

Herstory Freedom Forum helps participants write so they can heal

The crash happened on Mastic Road near Dover Avenue, police said.

Bicyclist killed in crash with SUV in Mastic

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The 78th Annual Shinnecock powwow was held at the Shinnecock Indian Reservation in Southampton on Saturday. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'Represents who we are and we are still here'

Another family member, a police officer and two firefighters were injured in Tuesday's blaze.

House fire claims 1 life

Gov. Kathy Hochul toured the extensive flood damage in Stony Brook and spoke about the federal aid area residents can expect to receive. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'There's families whose lives are hanging in the balance'

Residents and local officials are dealing with the aftermath and cleanup of the storm that hit the Stony Brook area Sunday into Monday.

'We need to repair' 

Family members who have lost loved ones to drug overdoses ease their painful grief by talking to them in spirit on a phone connected to the wind. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'Look out for another angel'

After floods damaged more than 1,400 homes, the Stony Brook community came together at the historic All Souls Church. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'It broke my heart, it's just a terrible scar'

Genevieve Rohner is a 16-year-old elite para-equestrian, who has one big goal in mind — the Paralympics.

'It's not if she's going to do it, it's when'

Smithtown Library director Rob Lusak shows the extensive damage the flooding caused to the historic books and materials stored in the library's lower level.

Portions of Smithtown Library 'demolished'

Residents gathered at Mill Pond in Stony Brook to help rescue an imported carp impacted by recent flooding. 

'Let's give them a jump start and let nature take over'

According to New York State Police, a mother was driving the wrong way when she crashed on the Southern State Thursday, which resulted in the death of her 9-year-old son.

Tragedy on the Southern State

The Congregational Church of Patchogue on Sunday held an overdose awareness service. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'When it hits close to home that's when it seems to matter to you'

The LI Bluegrass and Roots Festival was held on Sunday at Tanner Park in Copiague. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'I've been hearing it my whole life'

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