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 you can also find your local Patch and catch up on these stories by clicking here.
LI Man Charged After Dismembering Woman, Hiding: DA
He hid her remains in 3 separate places, DA says. The woman's disappearance sparked a massive search and outcry from friends and family.
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$17,000 worth of art stolen from storage: Police
Police are asking for the public's help in identifying whoever was responsible for the art theft.
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3 Cult Leaders Convicted of Kidnapping 2 Children in Child Marriage: Prosecutors
The complex scheme involved disguises, aliases, phones, forged travel documents and an encrypted app, prosecutors said.
The Chloe Belle Foundation collecting toys for children with cancer this summer
Games can be purchased from an Amazon listing. The gifts give children fighting cancer a “moment of happiness,” said the foundation's president.
LI Gas Station Owner Fights Man With Knife Over Parking Spaces: Police
He faces charges including second-degree assault from the fight Wednesday afternoon, police said.
Soccer Star makes the 3rd Olympic Games
Crystal Dunn will begin her quest with the Team USA women's soccer team for gold in Paris beginning July 25.
$599,000 in vandalism found at home: police
Police are asking for the public's help in locating 3 of the remaining people they believe were involved in the damage, vandalism.
The aggressive tick that causes meat allergy: What you need to know
Scientists aren't sure why some people who are bitten by a tick develop a potentially life-threatening allergy to the red meat protein alpha-gal.
Chapin's “Just Wild About Harry” tribute concert is coming soon.
The free concert features several artists. Concert attendees are invited to bring non-perishable food donations for Long Island Cares.
Teen pulls 2 swimmers to safety
All three people were taken to a hospital for evaluation and treatment.
'Drenched in blood': MS-13 gang leader pleads guilty to 8 murders: DOJ
An MS-13 gang leader pleaded guilty Wednesday to eight murders, multiple attempted murders, arson and firearms offenses, officials announced.
Torture Murder: 18-Count Indictment Delivered: DA
A woman is charged with murder in connection with the brutal murder of her partner.
Optimism in parking lot caught on video: Police
A man has been charged after a witness provided the video, police say.
Funeral for the patrol leader. 39 year Veteran of the Department
Kevin Canavan, who was 64, died of a 9/11-related illness.
Police are looking for the man involved in the incident Tuesday afternoon, police said.
Military wives, first responders, EMTs can get free wedding dresses
Princess Bridals joins an effort to honor military women and first responders. “This is a moment to be thankful,” said one organizer.
The smell of leaking gas turns out to smell like an algae bloom from the nearby lake
This week, the fire department responded to more than 15 reports of gas odors, mostly in the area around a certain lake.
Stolen Maserati Theft Used in Interstate Crime
Police say the stolen high-end sports car was used in burglaries in Massachusetts and Connecticut before it was abandoned.
The fawn is caught in the grave, the fireman comes to the rescue
Spoiler Alert: This dramatic rescue had a happy ending and a reunion with an extremely grateful momma deer.
This police agency will test drones as first responders
The police department will launch a DJI M300 series drone equipped with high-definition cameras and thermal imaging.
Upswing In New York's hospital-based COVID-19 services, Hochul faces concerns
Hospital admissions are up compared to this time last year, but are well below rates seen in the summer of 2022, the governor said.
LI mourns as NYPD officer killed in nail salon crash laid to rest
Hundreds gathered Saturday to mourn NYPD Officer Emilia Rennhack, 1 of 4 killed when a drunk driver plowed into a nail spa.
Ribbon-Cutting Celebrates 'Homes for Heroes' Apartments for Vets
Supportive housing more than doubles the amount of housing for formerly homeless vets at historic Camp Shanks.
Holy Buds Cannabis To Deliver Out Of Warehouse
The business aims to combine entertainment and cannabis expertise to deliver the “biggest and best experiences the industry has ever seen” in LI.
War veterans from Vietnam, Korea to reunite at American Airpower Museum
The public is invited to cheer on the veterans as they receive photo tributes from their May trip to Washington, DC
Toddler, 2, dies after being found in pool: police
The little boy died at the hospital on Wednesday, police said.
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