Hijab Taken By Force | $88.48M Property Sale | $2X million lottery win

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.

Iconic Hamptons Estate 'La Dune' Sells for $88.48M at Auction

The “groundbreaking” sale represents the most valuable property ever auctioned live at Sotheby's.

AG Indicts Man, New York Sergeant, to a colder death

Undercover cop Erik Duran threw a cooler at a suspected dealer who fled a bust on a motorized scooter, prosecutors said.

Injured bald eagle rescued on Long Island takes to the skies again in traffic

“Liberty's” eye injury healed and he stretched his wings in the wild on Wednesday.

Bulls were rescued from property near where dogs were shot, animal advocates say

Several other dead farm animals, including a baby goat and pig, were found on the property, the DA says.

County executive reviews police policy after Muslim woman allegedly forcibly took hijab

Ed Romaine says his government “does not endorse any policy that would compromise an individual's religious beliefs or customs.”

NY Forest Rangers assist in ice rescue

A fisherman fell through the ice while a ranger was in the parking lot talking to other fishermen to estimate the thickness of the ice.

The contractor makes a sweeping commitment to Habitat For Humanity

The more you do, the more you get out of it, he told Patch. “You don't believe this and then you find out it's true.”

Cookies recalled by Stew Leonard's After Death Made On LI: Official

The company responded that they had told Stew Leonard's in July that the peanuts were now being used and properly labeled.

Schools didn't stop 'nightmare' of boys being bullied, lawsuit says

A mother said her son endured a “living nightmare” of physical abuse, death threats and homophobic taunts at school.

Clammer stuck in the ice was rescued by the police

The boat hit the ice around 2:30 p.m., police said.

High School Nursing Students Go Viral on TikTok with Blood Drive Plea

Sometimes, laughter can do more to draw attention to a serious school announcement than expected.

Never Tell Me The Odds: Man Claims $1 Million Lottery Prize — Again

The Powerball winner received less than $1 million after choosing a lump sum payment and required withholdings were deducted.

The remains of the 9/11 victim were located decades later

John Ballantine Niven, 44, was an executive at an insurance company in New York.

Sword-wielding man faces charge of attempted murder in burglary: Police

The man, one of “several attackers” who broke into a home, slashed several men with a sword while they slept, police say.

'Nile' was still missing after the car he was in was stolen

Police say the stolen Honda Pilot has not activated any license plate displays since it was stolen on January 7th.

Teacher Sues School District Over Pride Flag Policy: Report

Multiple LGBTQ+ high school teachers were “targeted” by students, according to lawsuit.

Man with pink gun, menacing women, arrested after chase: PD

The 24-year-old was charged with weapons and menacing charges and was released on bail a few hours later, police said.

An infant wasn't breathing, a cop saved the day

The officer took the unresponsive infant from frantic relatives and began CPR. Finally, the child took a breath and let out a cry.

Man fires gun into building, leading to dead end, Arrest: Police

He was arrested after almost 3 hours. a hostage negotiator was called, the road was closed and a large police presence answered: P.D

Police: Man who ran away, blocked the police car twice

The incident happened shortly after midnight on Saturday, police said.

Billy Joel Exhibit Food Drive: LI Cares, LIMEHOF, Team to Fight Hunger

A bag of non-perishable food will receive a Billy Joel poster and a ticket to an exhibit at the LI Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame.

Police seek duo accused of stealing 7 pairs of sunglasses worth $2,473

Have you seen any of these men?

Ostrich, prairie dogs among 100 animals seized from home

The homeowner received 30 violations for illegal possession of the animals, Humane Long Island said.

Former employee at residential facility had sex with resident: Police

The man was accused of having sex with a 14-year-old resident of the facility and faces rape charges, police said.

Hogwarts Hall Pop-up, Trivia “Harry Potter” Coming To Lounge

The lounge will be decked out in “Harry Potter” decor and there will be themed cocktails, small plates and trivia nights.

Auxiliary Raises $572K for Hospital

“All the good they do is for the hospital and our community.”

The doctor takes 5 to 15 years. In jail for overprescribing opioids: DA

He pleaded guilty in October to five counts of second-degree murder, prosecutors said.

Missing teen with autism found safe in New York: Police

He is believed to have run away, police say.

The Varsity Cheer team is headed to Nationals for the 18th straight year

A GoFundMe has been set up to help fund the girls' trip to Nationals: “With your support we can help them achieve greatness.”

Sentencing delayed for man convicted of $600 million Schedule: Report

He ran a medical billing company out of his basement and was convicted of health care fraud, wire fraud and identity theft, officials say.

3 students were selected as finalists in a Panhellenic Science Competition

Finalists advance to a week-long tournament in May at the Regeneron Science Talent Search

Man, 81, with Alzheimer's missing: Police

Does he usually wear a baseball cap with the word “Native” on it? was reported missing after the family found the door open and the stove on, police say.

Man found dead after house fire: Police

The fire broke out on Wednesday night, according to police.

Hundreds march to protest anti-Semitic graffiti on Jewish businesses

Those gathered waved Israeli flags in support of the operations targeted overnight, declaring that “hate has no place here.

A man gets 25 years to live from the fatal stabbing of his ex-girlfriend

“My heart continues to go out to Sandra McIntosh's loved ones.” – DA Ray Tierney