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A Morelet’s crocodile was found September 17 at the Holtsville Wildlife & Ecology Center. Authorities took the animal into care.
PEOPLE's September 21 report said DEC was investigating the release. Strong Island Animal Rescue League offered a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
This is a dated report; no later outcome has been verified here.
DEC designated September 26, 2026 as a free freshwater fishing day. The license requirement is waived for that date, but other fishing rules still apply.
In its September 22 announcement, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation said residents and nonresidents could fish in New York fresh waters without a fishing license on September 26. This is not a blanket exemption from catch limits or other regulations.
DEC lists November 11 as the final Free Fishing Day of 2026. Its announcement also points beginners to fishing clinics, instructional resources and a map of accessible fishing locations.
This is a dated event notice, not a live statement that the waiver is currently in effect. Check the linked DEC announcement before planning a trip.
Nassau Community College lists October 19 through November 2, 2026 for fee-free applications, plus a waiver opportunity at its October 18 open house.
NCC’s published admissions notice says application fees will be waived during SUNY’s Free Application Weeks, October 19 through November 2, 2026. The college also lists a waiver at its October 18 open house.
The open house is scheduled for 9 a.m. and includes admissions and financial-aid information, academic and student-service introductions, and campus tours.
The announcement concerns the application fee, not a promise of free tuition. Source checked September 26, 2026; confirm the dates and application instructions with the college.
NCC’s homecoming schedule lists a 1 p.m. football kickoff against Thaddeus Stevens College at Mitchel Athletic Complex on October 3, 2026.
The college’s homecoming schedule lists the alumni tailgate tent opening at noon, followed by the football game at 1 p.m. The program includes an NCC Cheer Team performance and a faculty and staff recognition ceremony at halftime.
An alumni gathering is listed at 12:30 p.m., and a men’s soccer alumni event at 5 p.m. The college’s event page provides registration links and further details.
Source checked September 26, 2026. Confirm the event schedule with NCC before attending.
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