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Hometown Showdown: Lindenhurst
Posted: Updated:Lindenhurst is the first winner in the 2017 Hometown Showdown contest. News 12 Long Island visited Lindenhurst on July 5.
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Photos: 2017 Hometown Showdown
Photos: 2017 Hometown Showdown
Find out who won our Hometown Showdown series!
News 12 Long Island is visiting your favorite towns every Wednesday in July!
News 12 Long Island is visiting your favorite towns every Wednesday in July!
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LI Summer
LI Summer
Check out all our LI Summer series for fun things to do across Long Island.
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Use the #LISummerShots or #LISummer on Twitter or Instagram and you may see them here on News12.com or on News 12 Long Island!
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Police: Teen arrested after ramming into police cruiser multiple times
Police: Teen arrested after ramming into police cruiser multiple times
According to police, they tried to pull over 16-year-old Talique Thomas on Post Avenue in Westbury on Sunday afternoon. That is when police say Thomas intentionally swerved into the cruiser.
According to police, they tried to pull over 16-year-old Talique Thomas on Post Avenue in Westbury on Sunday afternoon. That is when police say Thomas intentionally swerved into the cruiser.
Weather: Cloudy skies with rain; temps near 73
Weather: Cloudy skies with rain; temps near 73
Play video for the full News 12 Long Island weather forecast.
Play video for the full News 12 Long Island weather forecast.
Suspect sought in New Hyde Park robbery
Suspect sought in New Hyde Park robbery
According to police, a 55-year-old woman was walking south on Central Boulevard when a man came up behind her and stole her handbag.
According to police, a 55-year-old woman was walking south on Central Boulevard when a man came up behind her and stole her handbag.
Police: Medical condition to blame for crash at Amityville dealership
Police: Medical condition to blame for crash at Amityville dealership
Police say a car smashed into several cars at Massapequa Nissan dealership on Sunrise Highway in Amityville.
The incident happened at Massapequa Nissan on Sunrise Highway just after 11 p.m. Sunday.
The incident happened at Massapequa Nissan on Sunrise Highway just after 11 p.m. Sunday.
Hot in the Hamptons: Christie Brinkley
Hot in the Hamptons: Christie Brinkley
Christie Brinkley flashed her signature supermodel smile in celebration of her vegan, organic, zero sugar Bellissima Prosecco and her Social Life Magazine cover and swimsuit spread.
Christie Brinkley flashed her signature supermodel smile in celebration of her vegan, organic, zero sugar Bellissima Prosecco and her Social Life Magazine cover and swimsuit spread.
Christie Brinkley flashed her signature supermodel smile in celebration of her vegan, organic, zero sugar Bellissima Prosecco and her Social Life Magazine cover and swimsuit spread.
Hot in the Hamptons: Taste of Two Forks
Hot in the Hamptons: Taste of Two Forks
The Taste of Two Forks event was held at Fairview Farm at Mecox in Bridgehampton.
The Taste of Two Forks event was held at Fairview Farm at Mecox in Bridgehampton.
The Taste of Two Forks event was held at Fairview Farm at Mecox in Bridgehampton.
Massapequa Park man accused of DWI on motorcycle
Massapequa Park man accused of DWI on motorcycle
Police say John Vlismas was driving west on Ocean Parkway around 9 p.m. Sunday night.
Police say John Vlismas was driving west on Ocean Parkway around 9 p.m. Sunday night.
Cheddar Morning Business Update 7/24: Nasdaq up nearly 19 percent in 2017
Cheddar Morning Business Update 7/24: Nasdaq up nearly 19 percent in 2017
Cheddar.com has the latest business and technology news.
Meanwhile, Facebook has reportedly filed a patent for a device with interchangeable parts that could be used as a smartphone or a speaker, according to Telegraph.
Meanwhile, Facebook has reportedly filed a patent for a device with interchangeable parts that could be used as a smartphone or a speaker, according to Telegraph.
9 die in immigrant-smuggling attempt in sweltering truck
9 die in immigrant-smuggling attempt in sweltering truck
At least nine people died after being crammed into a sweltering tractor-trailer found parked outside a Walmart in the midsummer Texas heat, authorities said Sunday.
At least nine people died after being crammed into a sweltering tractor-trailer found parked outside a Walmart in the midsummer Texas heat, authorities said Sunday.
Suffolk mulls legal action over development plans at Pilgrim State
Suffolk mulls legal action over development plans at Pilgrim State
Suffolk County officials say they are considering legal action to block the Heartland Town Square project that is planned for the Pilgrim State Psychiatric Center property.
Suffolk County officials say they are considering legal action to block the Heartland Town Square project that is planned for the Pilgrim State Psychiatric Center property.
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Hot in the Hamptons: Christie Brinkley
Hot in the Hamptons: Christie Brinkley
Christie Brinkley flashed her signature supermodel smile in celebration of her vegan, organic, zero sugar Bellissima Prosecco and her Social Life Magazine cover and swimsuit spread.
Christie Brinkley flashed her signature supermodel smile in celebration of her vegan, organic, zero sugar Bellissima Prosecco and her Social Life Magazine cover and swimsuit spread.
Christie Brinkley flashed her signature supermodel smile in celebration of her vegan, organic, zero sugar Bellissima Prosecco and her Social Life Magazine cover and swimsuit spread.
Hot in the Hamptons: Taste of Two Forks
Hot in the Hamptons: Taste of Two Forks
The Taste of Two Forks event was held at Fairview Farm at Mecox in Bridgehampton.
The Taste of Two Forks event was held at Fairview Farm at Mecox in Bridgehampton.
The Taste of Two Forks event was held at Fairview Farm at Mecox in Bridgehampton.
Port Jeff rolls out valet parking for summer weekends
Port Jeff rolls out valet parking for summer weekends
Visitors to the Village of Port Jefferson have a new option for parking if they visit on certain days this summer.
Visitors to the Village of Port Jefferson have a new option for parking if they visit on certain days this summer.
Food Truck Friday: Elegant Eats
Food Truck Friday: Elegant Eats
A 'compost' salad from the Elegant Eats food truck.
The Elegant Eats food truck stopped by the News 12 Long Island studios.
The Elegant Eats food truck stopped by the News 12 Long Island studios.
LI Summer: Food & entertainment at wineries
LI Summer: Food & entertainment at wineries
News 12 Long Island's Doug Geed visits some wineries out east that feature more than just wine.
News 12 Long Island's Doug Geed visits some wineries out east that feature more than just wine.
State Parks events around Long Island
State Parks events around Long Island
Check out some events being held throughout the summer at State Parks across Long Island.
Check out some events being held throughout the summer at State Parks across Long Island.
Hometown Showdown: Copiague
Hometown Showdown: Copiague
Copiague is the third winner of News 12 Long Island's Hometown Showdown series! News 12 visited Copiague on July 19.
Copiague is the week three winner of the Hometown Showdown series. News 12 Long Island visited the town on July 19.
Tasty Tuesday: Eat Better Meals
Tasty Tuesday: Eat Better Meals
News 12's Elizabeth Hashagen learns how to make a healthy meal with Eat Better Meals.
News 12's Elizabeth Hashagen learns how to make a healthy meal with Eat Better Meals.
News 12's Elizabeth Hashagen learns how to make a healthy meal with Eat Better Meals.
LI Summer: Hot Summer Toys
LI Summer: Hot Summer Toys
Fun Stuff Toys in Seaford shows off some of the must-have toys this summer season.
Fun Stuff Toys in Seaford shows off some of the must-have toys this summer season.
Food Truck Friday: Fry Daddy's Gourmet Fries & Deep Fried Treats
Food Truck Friday: Fry Daddy's Gourmet Fries & Deep Fried Treats
Fry Daddy's Gourmet Fries & Deep Fried Treats food truck cooked up some delicious treats at the News 12 Long Island studios on July 14.
Fry Daddy's Gourmet Fries & Deep Fried Treats food truck cooked up some delicious treats at the News 12 Long Island studios on July 14.
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Junk yard fire in Wyandanch
Junk yard fire in Wyandanch
Suffolk County Police received a call this afternoon about several cars on fire at a junkyard in Wyandanch. Here are photos sent in by viewers.
Suffolk County Police received a call this afternoon about several cars on fire at a junkyard in Wyandanch. Here are photos sent in by viewers.
Dog Day Fridays for July 21
Dog Day Fridays for July 21
This week's dogs are up for adoption at the North Hempstead Animal Shelter. The shelter is located at 75 Marino Ave. in Port Washington.
This week's dogs are up for adoption at the North Hempstead Animal Shelter. The shelter is located at 75 Marino Ave. in Port Washington.
Just Married on Long Island 2017
Just Married on Long Island 2017
News 12 Long Island wants to announce your wedding. Share your pictures and videos with News 12 Long Island viewers!
News 12 Long Island wants to announce your wedding. Share your pictures and videos with News 12 Long Island viewers!
Photos: #LISummerShots
Photos: #LISummerShots
Use the #LISummerShots or #LISummer on Twitter or Instagram and you may see them here on News12.com or on News 12 Long Island!
Use the #LISummerShots or #LISummer on Twitter or Instagram and you may see them here on News12.com or on News 12 Long Island!
Use the #LISummerShots or #LISummer on Twitter or Instagram and you may see them here on News12.com or on News 12 Long Island!
Comic-Con International 2017
Comic-Con International 2017
Photos from Comic-Con International 2017 in San Diego.
Photos from Comic-Con International 2017 in San Diego.
Photos: Chopper makes hard landing at Gilgo Beach
Photos: Chopper makes hard landing at Gilgo Beach
Officials say a helicopter made an emergency landing in waters off Gilgo Beach.
State Park officials say the helicopter made a hard landing on the ocean.
State Park officials say the helicopter made a hard landing on the ocean.
2017 Great South Bay Music Festival
2017 Great South Bay Music Festival
Photos of some performances at the 2017 Great South Bay Music Festival in Patchogue.
Photos of some performances at the 2017 Great South Bay Music Festival in Patchogue.
'The Emoji Movie' cast at the Empire State Building
'The Emoji Movie' cast at the Empire State Building
The cast of 'The Emoji Movie' visited The Empire State Building on World Emoji Day.
The cast of 'The Emoji Movie' visited The Empire State Building on World Emoji Day.
The Tragedy and Aftermath of TWA Flight 800
The Tragedy and Aftermath of TWA Flight 800
Photos of the recovery, investigation and aftermath of TWA Flight 800.
Photos of the recovery, investigation and aftermath of TWA Flight 800.
USS Ronald Reagan takes part in joint military exercise with Australia
USS Ronald Reagan takes part in joint military exercise with Australia
The USS Ronald Reagan took part in 'Operation Talisman Sabre', a joint military exercise with the Australian Defense Force.
The USS Ronald Reagan took part in 'Operation Talisman Sabre', a joint military exercise with the Australian Defense Force.
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Comic-Con International 2017
Comic-Con International 2017
Photos from Comic-Con International 2017 in San Diego.
Photos from Comic-Con International 2017 in San Diego.
National Hot Dog Day
National Hot Dog Day
July 19th is National Hot Dog Day! Check out these photos from around the U.S. of people who tweeted and posted to Instagram using #NationalHotDogDay.
July 19th is National Hot Dog Day! Check out these photos from around the U.S. of people who tweeted and posted to Instagram using #NationalHotDogDay.
Hot in the Hamptons Guide: Hot spots for 2017 Photos
Hot in the Hamptons Guide: Hot spots for 2017 Photos
It may be the Garret at Arbor’s second season in Montauk, but new this summer season is the outdoor bar and dining room featuring delicious cocktails. The laid back and relaxed vibe is a perfect eatery for after a long day at the beach.
News 12 Long Island's Elisa DiStefano visited a few of the Hamptons hot spots for this summer.
News 12 Long Island's Elisa DiStefano visited a few of the Hamptons hot spots for this summer.
Photos: 2017 Hometown Showdown
Photos: 2017 Hometown Showdown
Find out who won our Hometown Showdown series!
News 12 Long Island is visiting your favorite towns every Wednesday in July!
News 12 Long Island is visiting your favorite towns every Wednesday in July!
Old Westbury Gardens
Old Westbury Gardens
Old Westbury Gardens, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is the former home of John S. Phipps, his wife, Margarita Grace Phipps and their four children.
Old Westbury Gardens, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is the former home of John S. Phipps, his wife, Margarita Grace Phipps and their four children.
Old Westbury Gardens, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is the former home of John S. Phipps, his wife, Margarita Grace Phipps and their four children.
Your Fourth of July Photos
Your Fourth of July Photos
We want to see your pics of all fireworks, flags and fun this Independence Day! Use the hashtag #LIFourth on social media and you could see your photos on-air!
We want to see your pics of all fireworks, flags and fun this Independence Day! Use the hashtag #LIFourth on social media and you could see your photos on-air!
Hamptons Guide: Where the Celebrities Dine Photos
Hamptons Guide: Where the Celebrities Dine Photos
Ever wonder where the celebrities hang out in the Hamptons? Want to possibly brush shoulders with some famous faces? News 12 Long Island's Elisa DiStefano has her pulse on the Hamptons and scouted out some locations where celebrities have been known to frequent.
Ever wonder where the celebrities hang out in the Hamptons? Want to possibly brush shoulders with some famous faces? News 12 Long Island's Elisa DiStefano has her pulse on the Hamptons and scouted out some locations where celebrities have been known to frequent.
LI Summer: Fire Island Pines
LI Summer: Fire Island Pines
News 12 Long Island's Elisa DiStefano took a look at everything Fire Island Pines has to offer.
News 12 Long Island's Elisa DiStefano took a look at everything Fire Island Pines has to offer.
News 12 Long Island's Elisa DiStefano took a look at everything Fire Island Pines has to offer.
Morning Team Paddleboarding Photos
Morning Team Paddleboarding Photos
The morning team went paddle boarding with South Shore Paddle Boards.
The News 12 Long Island morning team had some fun in the sun paddle boarding.
The News 12 Long Island morning team had some fun in the sun paddle boarding.
