Shot that killed NYPD detective from Long Island came at 'lightning speed,' witness testifies

Det. Derval Whyte, who graduated with Diller in the 2021 academy class, had to pause his testimony for nearly a minute as he recalled the shooting.

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NYC Council staffer who was detained in Bethpage ordered deported
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LI elementary school damaged in fire could reopen in weeks, superintendent says
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Upcoming Events

Hidden Identities: 6 One-Act Plays

Mar22

The Lantern Theatre will perform a collection of 6 one-act plays written by talented Long Island playwrights, register

Where

Hicksville Public Library

169 Jerusalem Ave.

Hicksville, NY

Phone

516-931-1417

Price

free

Levittown-Hicksville Seniors GAme Day

Mar25

Seniors play Bingo, Mahjong and card games

Where

Levittown Hall

201 Levittown Pkwy.

Hicksville, NY

Phone

516-433-0596

Price

$2 weekly donation

Levittown-Hickville Seniors Meet

Mar25

Seniors come together to play Bingo, Card Games and Mahjong. Join a group or bring your own.

Where

Levittown Hall Community Center

201 Levittown Pkwy.

Levittown, NY

Phone

516-433-0596

Price

$2 weekly donation

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