Mom Killed In Front Of Son | Wandering Emus | Fire Save | Jumper Lives
On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from all across New York. Here's a roundup of some of the most-read stories, from the worst situations imaginable to most wonderful, across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.Wandering Emus Get For-Feather Home With Sanctuary The trio of teenagers were wandering the streets before being rescued in September. Now they are off to acres of stomping ground.Man Gets 22 Years For Murdering Wife In Front Of Teenage Son: DA"Domestic violence is a scourge that tears families apart and leaves immeasurable trauma in its wake." - DAGirls' Tennis Team In Playoffs For 22nd Consecutive Season"All of the hard work over the summer got us off to a great start this year and has sustained us through the season."- Coach David PiaAnisha BrownNorthern Lights Dazzle On LI: See Your Photos Here"Artwork in the sky." Long Islanders were looking up this week as the Northern lights elicited awe. See your photos here.Mattituck Fire DepartmentFamily With 3 Kids Saved In Dramatic Rescue From Burning HomeAn off-duty public safety police dispatcher saved their lives, banging on the door to wake them up so they could escape the raging flames.Man Sentenced After Murdering Driver Following Long Island Crash: DAThe man, who had been drinking alcohol, fatally stomped on a man's head after a late-night collision in April 2023, the DA said.Officer, Teacher Accused Of Promoting Prostitution In Brothels: DAA police officer and a teacher were indicted for running multiple brothers over 4 years, the DA says.Man Sentenced After Gang-Related Shooting Outside Zeldin's Home: DAHe attempted to murder a rival gang member outside then-Rep. Lee Zeldin's home; Zeldin's two daughters were inside doing homework, DA says.EMS Volunteers Beg For 'Life-Saving' Blood On LI Ambulances, MedevacsVolunteer firefighters on LI are advocating for blood to be available at trauma scenes, where every second counts.Drunken Man Stole Uber Driver's Car: PoliceThe man was arrested after police say he stole the vehicle and drove while drunk. The Uber driver was picking up a food order, police say.Arrest For Swiping $66K Rolex Watch From Jewelry Store: PoliceThe thief faces a count of grand larceny, police said.Missing Swimmer Drowns At Beach: PoliceThe 73-year-old from Switzerland, who had been reported missing after he'd gone swimming, was found on the beach and later died, police say.DNA Questions In Accused Gilgo Killer Case; DA "Begs" For Forfeiture $Rex Heuermann appeared in court and the judge "implored" the DA to finish discovery, so a possible trial date could be set.7-Eleven To Close Hundreds Of Underperforming StoresIts Japanese parent company cited shifts in consumer spending because of inflation and nicotine flavor bans in parts of the nation.2 Injured When Golf Cart Flips: PoliceThe man and woman were taken to the hospital for evaluation, police say.Box-Cutter Wielding Intruder Threatens Resident: PoliceThe intruder is facing a felony charge after threatening the resident one morning, police say.2 Killed As Car Slams Into Trees On Parkway: PoliceThe vehicle was traveling Monday night at "excessive speed," the state police said.'Died A Hero': Community Helps Family Of Man Who Died During Vacation Rescue"While on vacation in Bermuda, Jamie tragically passed away saving a 10-year-old child from drowning." -Family of Jamie Lambros.Nassau County PoliceTwo Arrested After Damaging "We Stand With Israel" Sign: PDA 14-year-old boy and an 18-year-old girl were taken into custody on Monday afternoon, police said.Man Found Dead In Car: PoliceOfficers found the man's body in a Jeep, which was parked on the shoulder of the expressway, police say.Teen Airlifted; 2 Women Injured After Dog Bites: PoliceThe teenage girl suffered facial injuries, as two dogs were involved in three people being injured, police say.Man Exposed Himself In Front Of Woman, 63: PoliceHe was charged with public lewdness, police say.John's Crazy SocksPodcast Featuring John's Crazy Socks Of Long Island Returns For 2nd SeasonJohn, who has Down syndrome, founded John's Crazy Socks. The "Spreading Happiness Podcast" is meant to make people smile, his father said.Courtesy Carol Trottere'Narcan Should Be Like Band-Aids' Says Mom Who Lost Son To Fentanyl OverdoseInstead of handing out cake in honor of his 37th birthday, she's handing out free pizza with Narcan training in drug addiction advocacy.Man Gets 25 Years After Fatally Stabbing Son-In-Law: DA"There is absolutely no justification for this defendant's violent actions." — DACourtesy Christie Garrecht'A Beacon Of Compassion And Kindness' Battling Colon CancerChristie Garrecht, 33, "is truly one of the kindest, most selfless people we know," her friends say. A fundraiser was organized to help her.Columbus Holiday Makes For A Busy Weekend Of DWI Arrests A woman had to be rescued by deputies through her car's sunroof, while a man had been operating his vehicle as a taxi.Tappan Zee Miracle: Jumper Survives Fall From Cuomo Bridge A precisely coordinated response by emergency responders is being credited with saving the life of someone who had given up all hope.Children’s Village Worker Gets Probation For Sex With Teen ResidentThe 28-year-old former employee was convicted of the rape of a 16-year-old under her care at the campus.Daylight Saving Time On LI: When To Turn Back The Clocks In 2024Are you ready to set back the clocks?Surgeons Perform Suffolk's First-Ever Spine Surgery With AR TechnologyNeurosurgeons at South Shore University Hospital performed Suffolk County's first-ever spinal surgery using augmented reality navigation.Man Caught Texting Behind Wheel On Long Island Expressway Had 31 Suspensions: PDHe had 31 suspensions over 13 dates, police say.Pedestrian Struck Twice, Critically Injured: PoliceThe incident took place Monday evening.Town Gets $3M To Turn Old Motel Into Firefighter Museum: HochulThe town will use $3 million from New York State to turn an old motel into a firefighter museum, Gov. Hochul announces.LI's Chef Eric LeVine Authors 'Forkin' Good' Cookbook: 'Geared Towards The Home Cook'"It brings people back to the kitchen, back to the table," said LeVine, who hopes people will feel the "love in each dish."Zaro's CafeZaro's Cafe To Donate Portion Of Proceeds To CharityA portion of proceeds will benefit Helping Hands Rescue Mission, which provides food, clothing, household goods and holiday assistance.The article Mom Killed In Front Of Son | Wandering Emus | Fire Save | Jumper Lives appeared first on North Fork, NY Patch.
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