Book returned to library on Long Island over 50 years overdue

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LONG ISLAND, N.Y. (PIX11) -- A library on Long Island was in shock when a Dr. Seuss book was returned after over five decades.

A couple walked into the Smithtown Library with a copy of "Yertle the Turtle and Other Stories" in their possession, according to the social media post. The library said the book was first checked out in 1966, though a closer look at the check-out card appears to show it was last checked out on April 30, 1970.

Close to $2,000 in late fees have accrued to the book, but the library has said it will waive them.

Jonathan Rizk is a digital journalist who has covered local news in the New York City and Washington D.C. areas. He has been with PIX11 since August 2022. See more of his work here and follow him on Twitter.

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