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Top 5 Stories in Long Island Press This Week: Sharks Galore, Town of Riverhead Emergency, and More

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Town of Riverhead Remains In State of Emergency

On May 16, Town of Riverhead Supervisor Yvette Aguiar declared a state of emergency due to migrant-related concerns, following the expiration of Title 42. Title 42 expired on May 11.

Possible Shark Sighting At Jones Beach

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According to New York State Police, there was a possible shark sighting at Jones Beach, off of the Central Mall.

Fire Island Jane Doe Identified As Karen Vergata

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Fire Island Jane Doe has been identified as a woman named Karen Vergata, according to Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney.

Dead Shark Washes Ashore At Robert Moses Beach

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In the latest occurrence of shark activity on Long Island this summer, a six-foot dead shark washed ashore on Robert Moses Beach’s Field 5 early Wednesday morning.

Rex Heuermann Must Submit DNA Cheek Swab, Judge Rules

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Despite his attorneys’ best efforts to block it, suspected Gilgo Beach killer Rex Heuermann must submit a DNA swab as requested by prosecutors, Judge Timothy Mazzei ruled on Wednesday.