Car Airborne | Fatal Fall from Camper | The food delivery didn't go well

Over the weekend, we present a week in review of the top news stories and headlines from around New York. Here's a rundown of some of the most-read stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on these stories by clicking here.

Car plunges into sound after high-speed chase: PD

The man was involved in a high-speed chase, driving at times 100mph before crashing into a guardrail and flying Sound: PD

'Thank you': Neighbors thank Hero firefighters for saving their home

“I could feel the heat through my windows and hear the fire.” — Tom Maher saw his neighbor's house collapse. firefighters saved Maher's home.

Man tried to board plane with loaded 9mm at airport: TSA

The gun was discovered in his carry-on at a security checkpoint by an X-ray machine, the Transportation Security Administration said.

The doctor mourned after the tragic fall from the Camper

“Our thoughts are with her family, friends and colleagues affected by this heartbreaking event.”

'God Knows My Pain': Mom of Boy, 9, Killed in DWI Crash on LIE

“God knows my pain. He knows what it's like to lose your only son.” — The boy's mom was killed in a car accident. Drunk speeding driver convicted, DA says.

Hate crime charge after online food delivery goes bad

Police allege the driver rear-ended the customer who was trying to take a picture of the sign.

Neglect charges after dead kitten, other live animals found in car: SPCA

The owner was charged with negligence and could face more charges depending on the cat's necropsy, Suffolk SPCA says.

Dozens join the rally opposing Blakeman's emergency plan arming citizens

“Blakeman wants his own personal militia for some imaginary emergency,” said Claudia Borecki, president of the Bellmore-Merrick Democratic Club.

$100 million to fund the Electron Ion Collider project at Brookhaven National Lab: Hochul

Launches investment in unique effort to support innovations in energy, science, technology and medicine, says Gov.

Is it a core part of the infrastructure? Art? Prop used by film crews? Historical relic? Patch investigates so you don't have to.

Man Was Drunk With Kids In SUV During Crash: Police

The children were 12 and 13 years old. no one was injured, police say.

LI Man Arrested After Drag Racing, 'Unlawful Stunt Behavior': PD

He blocked off a section of the road to drag race and run out, police say.

The crowd gathered at Hallock State Park Preserve to share the rare event.

HS hosts 'Hoops For Heroes' basketball game.

Faculty and staff played against members of the NYPD, SCPD, Hauppauge FD, Hauppauge-CI Ambulance Corps and active military members.

Eclipse Wows Beachgoers

“It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.” – Ryan Kraker, resident.

Resident, IDF paratrooper Honored By Town

Ira Kohler was serving in the IDF when Israel was attacked by Hamas on October 7th.

LI Pizza Strong to raise money for Diller's family, police charities

For every pizza sold, $5 will be donated to the family of slain NYPD officer Jonathan Diller or one of three charities. Here's what you need to know.

The Lieb tasting room enters a new chapter with new owners, modern design

“The renovation to the tasting room focused on integrating the tasting room space with our surrounding vineyards.”

Hero cop in Right Place Right Time to rescue teenager from fire

Lt. Richard Mosback was one of two good Samaritans who made a daring rescue of the 18-year-old from a burning house on April 3.

Guest chef dinner series coming up

Chef Eric LeVine will visit with Bravo chefs Nader, Chris Perrotta, Michael Vigliotti and Francis Derby during a three-part series.

Volunteering on Long Island: “Just A Pure Joy”

Volunteer Appreciation Month: The generosity of donors and camaraderie among volunteers “is wonderful.”

Lithology Brewing won the gold medal at the New York competition

Lithology's Brown Ale won a gold medal. “He's my baby,” co-owner Manny Coelho said, adding that he shed “tears of joy and happiness.”