Here's a look at the top news and features that hit the Patch in the past week.

Police: Human Remains May Be Gilbert's
Law enforcement believed bones found this morning in Oak Beach marshland are likely those of the missing Shannan Gilbert.

Babylon HS Closing Monday Due to Expected Funeral Crowd
School officials have decided to close the school Monday given the 15,000 attendees expected for the funeral of slain police officer Peter Figoski.

Business Beat: Cupcakes, Yogurt, and Smoothies on the Menu
This news from downtown Babylon Village is a roundup of newest snack options.

Your Neighborhood Gallery
Share photos and videos of your community with your neighbors.

Why Diversity is Such A Good Thing
Everyone's family has some ethnic roots from another country most likely. And that's a good thing.

Village Board Mulls New Store Applications
Three new stores, all offering some sort of dessert fare, are looking to open their doors in the village.

Village Board OKs $6M Capital Improvement Bond
Proposition will fund a slew of road, services improvements throughout the village.

Bulllying is Preventable and Unacceptable, Says Local Cop
A local gang and bullying expert is on a mission to give kids and their parents the tools they need to stand up to school violence and bullying.

Slain Cop's Funeral Expected to Draw 15,000 Attendees
Services for Peter Figoski Monday at St. Joseph's R.C. Church are expected to draw thousands of colleagues from NYPD.

Babylon Village Women's Club Throws Auction Bash
The biggest fundraiser of the year for the women-run charitable organization offered a what's-what of local gifts and products.

Wanted: Readers' Suggestions for Year in Review Series
Who do you think were the movers and shakers in Babylon Village this year and what were the big stories of the year?

VIDEO: Comedy Fundraiser for Families of Serial Killer Victims
Behind Bars Comedy Club of Wantagh hosts several families touched by the ongoing tragedy that has led to serial killer investigation in Gilgo Beach and Jones Beach areas.

Eat, Drink and Be Merry, Without Adding Holiday Pounds
Feasting is a major part of the holiday season, but a local diet expert weighs in with a needed reality check.

Viewfinder: Successful Toys for Tots Drive at American Legion Post 94
The Toys for Tots fundraiser at the American Legion Post 94 Sunday night was a fantastic success, with overflowing piles of toys collected for area children.

Business Beat: Cupcakes, Yogurt, and Smoothies on the Menu
This news from downtown Babylon Village is a roundup of newest snack options.

Lots of Sweetness in the Village These Days
Whether it's smooth silky liquor or crunchy snacks, sweet is selling big these days in village stores.