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.
Lost horse making its way downtown Corralled at Starbucks
Police tapped the expertise of a local farm to help keep the pony safe and the morning coffee lines moving.
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Teen helps solve cold case with human jaw
The high school student being tested in genetic genealogy research.
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The Metropolis is close to bankruptcy in the midst of a clergy sex scandal
A spokesman for the Diocese said it was a “long, difficult mediation aimed at compensating the survivors”.
Hometown Grad Drafted in NFL: 'Best day of my life'
“Always dream big — that's what I did.”
Fisherman drowns after falling into the ocean: Police
He was pronounced dead on Sunday morning, police said.
2 Sent to hospital during gun battle: Police
Three men were arrested and charged in connection with the incident on Saturday afternoon, police said.
Dog left behind when owner had to move finds new family: 'So happy'
“He was at the shelter for too long. Now he has a huge yard and other doggy friends.”
Police are trying to catch a suspect who pocketed Pokemon cards
About $460 worth of cards were stolen from Target on April 25, police say.
George Santos Trades Barbs With GOP Leader
Jesse Garcia says the world has had his fill of Santos' “clown car show.” Santos says he will be here for a long time and may run again.
Bakery will resume processing “Soon” after recall: Attorney
The company expects to implement a new signage system, according to a statement released by a lawyer.
Holocaust survivor shares positive message with Deer Park students
“The similarities in our lives must outweigh the differences and by working together we can make a better world.” – Jeannie Parnes Wechsler
Failure to use signal leads officers to gun, drug-filled 'trap'
The hidden compartment contained a stolen .32-caliber handgun, 85 grams of cocaine, 245 oxycodone pills and 110 ecstasy pills, officers said.
After USDA Report on Giraffe Death in LI, Game Farm Speaks Out
“It is very unfortunate that the USDA report has been misconstrued and used to malign Long Island Game Farm.”
Couple beats 5-year-old boy to death, gets 25-life sentences: DA
“The jury is out, but unfortunately, that's not going to bring this young boy back.” — District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney.
Risk, Conflict Mitigation Focus of new Osprey efforts
As osprey numbers continue to increase, the group has turned its attention to risk and conflict mitigation to protect them from harm.
Pilot lands small plane safely on beach: Police
The single-engine Cesna's engine lost power during the flight, police say.
Mother and daughter partners in crime fined $1.7 million over COVID scheme
The couple used the identities of about 300 people to submit online loan applications, seeking more than $3 million.
There is still time to help DEC choose the new cover model
Like an episode of “Next Top Model,” the agency wants your help choosing native species to grace its newest Habitat & Access Stamp.
Student creates app to reduce food waste in school cafeterias
“It's one of the biggest problems in food waste,” he told Patch.
Pleads guilty to sexually assaulting elderly women in home invasions: DA
“This defendant preyed on and raped two elderly women while they were supposedly in the safe harbor of their homes.”
Slime Time pop-up bar coming to Alibi Lounge
The pop-up bar is inspired by cartoons from the 90s and 2000s. There will be themed cocktails and mocktails, food, dessert, photos and more.
While the rare bird has flown, the eager fans keep arriving
“They are still incredibly grateful that we were willing to allow visitors to see him.”
Woman pleads guilty to falsifying documents to prevent eviction: DA
“This defendant circumvented and frustrated the legal system in Suffolk County in order to benefit herself.” – DA Ray Tierney
Man pleads guilty to killing dad, 3 kids while driving on drugs: DA
He drove “high on a dangerous cocktail of fentanyl and cocaine,” killing an ex-Marine and three children who were on their way to get ice cream, the DA said.
Magos will hold a fundraiser for the Sarah Grace Foundation
Proceeds will benefit families dealing with childhood cancer.
Meet The Charity: Hoops For Hope Of LI is trying to prevent teenage suicide
Hoops for Hope is hosting a basketball tournament to raise money for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Life.
'19 Elephants': The village collects 72 tons of garbage
In the last month, the Babylon Waste Response Team has collected 72 tons of waste, the weight of 19 elephants.
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