The former Sweezey's department store in Riverhead was torn down to make room for a Riverhead Town Square with views of the river. 


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Police say they recieved at least 16 reports of drones sightings on Long Island.

'People are concerned'

Nine students were taken to hospitals to be treated for minor injuries after a school bus crashed at North Babylon High School Sunday.

School bus accident leaves several injured in North Babylon 

The Long Island Harley Owners Group held its annual toy run on Sunday, riding from Babylon to Wading River to donate toys to a local charity for the holidays. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. 

'We could not do it without them' 

The St. James Model Railroad Club, which started over 40 years ago, allows train enthusiasts to take a trip down memory lane and gives members a chance to show off their creations to the public. NewsdayTV's Jamie Stuart reports.

'It's something I look forward to' 

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Federal, state and local officials are part of an ongoing effort to determine the drones' origin.

What to know about the reported drone sightings on LI

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A woman saved through the efforts of hospital staff, friends and strangers was able to express her gratitude months later.

Hospital event touts community of lifesaving caregivers

The district attorney's office said it has scheduled a news briefing following Heuermann's 9:30 a.m. appearance before State Supreme Court Justice Timothy Mazzei in Suffolk County Court in Riverhead.

Gilgo Beach killings investigators say they will announce 'significant development' in the case

Suspect or suspects "punched and kicked" Donald Klune, 65, before fleeing the scene on Brook Avenue in Deer Park in his Mitsubishi, police said.

Deer Park man dies after being beaten in carjacking, police say

Officials said if the trial run is successful, the school district plans to start pilot programs with the metal detectors in its middle and elementary schools.

William Floyd School District begins testing metal detectors at high school

The new policy allows volunteer firefighters and medical response workers to take a limited number of days as paid time off for certain types of training, according to a co-sponsor of the measure.

Huntington town workers now get paid time off for first-responder training

The town first enacted a six-month moratorium in June, with officials stating that they had fire and environmental concerns. Groups who favor alternative energy sources want to end the moratorium.

Babylon adds 6 months to moratorium on battery storage facilities

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The DeMasi family talks about their 'Thanksgiving miracle' 21 years ago, when baby Gina came home from the hospital after being born four months early.

'Only gave you a 30% chance of living'

Volunteers gathered at the Community Ambulance Company in Sayville to hand out more than 300 donated turkeys to military veterans for Thanksgiving. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'It's nice to be able to give back'

John Boller, a WWII veteran from Smithtown, celebrated his 100th birthday at the Bristal Assisted Living in West Babylon.

'You can't quit, because you gotta keep going'

Southold Police Chief Steve Grattan said three people who were inside the house at the time of the fire made it out safely. Those residents reported that a fourth person who was on the second floor of the home may have been trapped inside.

One dead in Mattituck house fire

Trisko II was introduced as Suffolk County Police's newest dog to patrol Long Island McArthur Airport. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Trisko's gonna keep us safe'

Fifty years after Ronald DeFeo murdered his family in 1974 in their Amityville home, inspiring a series of books and movies, the "Amityville Horror" house still attracts sightseers and still resonates. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Mythology about this house'

Executive Director Marc Alessi discusses plans to preserve Nikola Tesla's legacy after a fire destroyed the historic lab.

'Such an important part of Long Island'

Fire Island Pines Chief Kyle Merker said there was so much bamboo on fire when he arrived to the scene, he couldn't even see the house.

'It was really intense'

Members of the Shinnecock Nation and other Indigenous communities gathered at Agawam Park in Southampton on Monday for an Indigenous Peoples' Day celebration. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Shinnecock Nation hosts celebration on the East End

Monday commemorated the one-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 attack against Israel by Hamas. Long Islanders paid tribute by holding vigils. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'Their memories are forever remembered'

Bella Trezza 17, died in a two-car crash in September. Trezza was remembered for her beautiful and caring spirit and saving three lives by donating her organs. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'It's just really heartbreaking'

The Lindenhurst Fire Department is collecting donations to help victims of Hurricane Helene. Donations can be dropped off through the weekend.

'I hope it helps them'

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