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An alligator that was found walking in the parking lot of a Pathmark supermarket in Baldwin, NY on Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2012 (credit: Handout via Sophia Hall/WCBS 880)

Fourth Alligator Discovered On L.I. Taken To Riverhead Aquarium

There’s a snappy mystery still unfolding on Long Island. Someone has been dumping gators in several neighborhoods. Yes, gators, as in alligators. And the thought of them roaming free has residents a little skittish.

2012/10/05

L.I. Woman Gets 25-To-Life For 1996 Killing Of Riverhead H.S. Homecoming Queen

Sixteen years after a murder that stunned Suffolk County, Thursday was sentencing day for the convicted killer. The victim was a 17-year-old homecoming queen. Prosecutors said she was stabbed dozens of times in a jealous rage.

2012/08/23

Cash, Jewelry Confiscated In Suffolk County Drug And Sex Ring (credit: Carol D'Auria/1010 WINS)

Heroin And Prostitution Ring Busted In Suffolk County

Suffolk County District Attorney Tom Spota said it’s rare to see drug and sex rings combined into one operation.

2012/08/13

Rain garden in Riverhead parking lot (credit: CBS 2)

Rain Garden Helps Spruce Up Suffolk County Parking Lot

The garden in Riverhead soaks up rain – as much as 3 inches of it – to help stop the flooding that used to happen.

2012/08/01

Jose Escobar in court - Riverhead, NY - Aug 1, 2012 (credit: Newsday / Pool)

DA: 10-Month-Old In L.I. DWI Crash Dies; Dad Faces New Charges

Jose Escobar never looked up once as he sat in Suffolk County Court in Riverhead on Wednesday. He faces up to 25 years in prison.

2012/08/01

DA: Three Indicted In Bronx-Riverhead Cocaine Ring

Detectives seized 13 cars, three of which contained hidden traps that were used to store cocaine and cash, District Attorney Thomas Spota said.

2012/07/31

Tractor On A Long Island Farm (Credit: CBS 2)

Dangerously Dry Conditions Could Mean Higher Grocery Bills For Consumers

With little relief in sight from the heat wave, the dangerously dry conditions gripping most of the United States may soon start having a noticeable impact on the price of food the public pays at the grocery store.

2012/07/17

Christie Brinkley (credit: Steven Henry/Getty Images)

Christie Brinkley And Peter Cook Settle Ugly Divorce Battle

Both parties say the resolution is in the best interests of their children. That said, they both also released sharply barbed statements that you can read inside this post..

2012/06/25

Christie Brinkley Theo Wargo/Getty Images)

Ugly Divorce Battle Between Christie Brinkley, Ex Continues In L.I. Courtroom

Brinkley walked into court flashing her super model smile. She is accusing her ex-husband of violating their divorce, but he called her claims “meaningless.”

2012/06/22

President Barack Obama (credit: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

President Obama Infuriates Poles With Use Of Phrase ‘Polish Death Camp’

Hundreds of Polish-American families, alongside tight-knit business and church leaders, were expressing disappointment and some heartfelt anger at the president over his choice of words regarding their homeland.

2012/05/30

2 Riverhead High School Students Suspended For ‘Tebowing’

Mimicking kneeling down to pray — the trademark move has been dubbed “Tebowing” — is what got senior Connor Carroll and his twin brother, Tyler, in big trouble.

2011/12/15

(credit: Suffolk County Police Department)

Police: Man Stole $2,995 Watch From L.I. Outlet Store

It happened back on Oct. 9 around 4:15 p.m. at the Movado Outlet in Riverhead.

2011/12/06

LIPA Crews In Syosset, Aug. 31 (credit: Mona Rivera/1010 WINS)

LIPA Races To Restore Power; Gov’t Reaches Out To Irene-Affected Residents

LIPA crews say they have restored power to nearly 300,000 customers in three days and get upset when given an “F” grade by a politician or slammed by customers.

2011/08/31

Sunrise Highway (file / credit: Google Maps)

Barriers Going Up To Prevent Crossover Crashes On Long Island Highways

Suffolk County is installing steel cable barriers on two of its highway medians in an effort to prevent deadly crossover crashes.

2011/08/08

(credit: Wildlife Rescue Center of the Hamptons/Handout)

$1,000 Reward Offered In Case Of Long Island Swan Impaled By Hunting Arrow

Who would do something like this? A helpless swan was shot with an arrow on Long Island. Now, a lofty reward is being offered to catch the heartless creep.

2011/07/25

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