Gilgo Beach serial killer sentenced to life in prison for 8 killings that shocked Long Island

In a packed Riverhead courtroom, a highly emotional hearing saw the victims' families, one after another, confront their loved ones' confessed killer.

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'They never leave you'
'He had this serial killer mentality'
Suffolk sheriff worried about getting Gilgo serial killer to court to face victims' families
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'Beyond what words can express'

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North Shore Pride Stride

Jun28

Pride parade along Sea Cliff Ave. from Prospect Ave. to Clifton Park, guest speakers and family-friendly party with live entertainment will follow

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Sea Cliff, NY

Sea Cliff, NY

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free

Movies by Moonlight: Elio

Jul30

Outdoor screening of animated science fiction adventure "Elio," rated PG, running time 98 minutes, 2025, pre-movie activities begin at 6:30 p.m., movie begins at sundown, bring blankets and chairs, weather permitting

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Harry Tappen Beach

494 Prospect Ave.

Sea Cliff, NY

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