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NJ Escort IDd As 7th Victim Of Giglio Beach Serial Killer, Police Say NJ Escort IDd As 7th Victim Of Giglio Beach Serial Killer, Police Say
NJ Escort IDd As 7th Victim Of Giglio Beach Serial Killer, Police Say Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann was formally charged with murdering a seventh victim. Heuermann, 60, of Massapequa Park, was indicted for second-degree murder in the killing of Valerie Mack in Suffolk County Court on Tuesday morning, Dec. 17. Mack, a 24-year-old Wildwood, NJ woman was working as an escort when she disappeared in 2000. A group of hunters discovered her skeletal remains wrapped in a plastic bag in a wooded area of Manorville in November 2000. She had been decapitated, and both of her hands had been severed from her body, prosecutors said. Her right leg had a…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Gilgo Beach Murders: Major Development To Be Announced By Investigation Task Force Gilgo Beach Murders: Major Development To Be Announced By Investigation Task Force
Gilgo Beach Murders: Major Development To Be Announced By Investigation Task Force The joint task force investigating the Gilgo Beach serial murders is set to announce a major development in the case. Click here for a new, updated story - 'More Playtime': Rex Heuermann Used 'Planning Document' To Guide Gilgo Beach Murders, DA Says On Long Island, Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond Tierney, the lead investigator on the case, will announce the “significant development” at a press conference scheduled for 11 a.m. Thursday, June 6, outside the courthouse in Riverhead, his office announced. The announcement will follow a scheduled court appearance by accused Gilg…

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by Michael Mashburn
Politics
George Santos Announces Comeback Bid For NY Congressional Seat: 'Off To The Races' George Santos Announces Comeback Bid For NY Congressional Seat: 'Off To The Races'
George Santos Announces Comeback Bid For NY Congressional Seat: 'Off To The Races' Disgraced former New York Rep. George Santos is mounting a comeback campaign. The Republican ex-lawmaker from Long Island – who was ousted from his 3rd District seat representing parts of Nassau County and Queens – announced a primary challenge against Rep. Nick LaLota for his 1st District seat. In a statement on X shared during President Biden’s State of the Union address Thursday night, March 7, Santos said New York hasn’t had “a real conservative represent them” since he left office “thanks to RINO, empty suits like Nick LaLota.” Earlier Report: Exiled Congressman Turned Reality …

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by Michael Mashburn
Weather
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Reports From Region For Winter Storm How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Reports From Region For Winter Storm
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Reports From Region For Winter Storm Here are snowfall reports from the region for the winter storm that swept through the Northeast overnight Monday, Jan. 15 into Tuesday, Jan. 16. Totals are from the National Weather Service: Location        Amount        Time/Date      Provider New York Westchester County New Rochelle 1.7 inches 0730 AM 01/16 Public Peekskill 1.3 inches 0630 AM 01/16 Public Armonk 1.3 inches 0800 AM 01/16 COCORAHS Peekskill 2.8 NNE 1.0 inches 0800 AM 01/16 COCORAHS South Salem 0.8 inches 0715 AM 01/16 COCORAHS Nassau County Levittown 3.0 inches…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
Gilgo Beach Murders: Notorious 'Happy Face Killer' Reveals Letter He Says Rex Heuermann Wrote Gilgo Beach Murders: Notorious 'Happy Face Killer' Reveals Letter He Says Rex Heuermann Wrote
Gilgo Beach Murders: Notorious 'Happy Face Killer' Reveals Letter He Says Rex Heuermann Wrote A letter from prison allegedly written by Gilgo Beach serial murders suspect Rex Heuermann has been shared by notorious "Happy Face Killer" Keith Jesperson.Jesperson, now 68 years old, murdered at least eight women in the United States during the early 1990s. The former truck driver is in prison in Oregon. Heuermann is behind bars on Long Island, at the Suffolk County Correctional Facility in Riverhead. In a video posted by the Okaloosa County (Florida) Sheriff's Office (where Jesperson admitted to having committed one of the murders), he says he wrote to Heuermann. "Like I …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Ex-NYPD Cop Convicted In Death Of 8-Year-Old Son Forced To Stay In Freezing Garage Ex-NYPD Cop Convicted In Death Of 8-Year-Old Son Forced To Stay In Freezing Garage
Ex-nypd Cop Convicted In Death Of 8-Year-Old Son Forced To Stay In Freezing Garage A jury on Long Island convicted a former NYPD officer in the death of his 8-year-old son who was forced to stay in a freezing garage. Michael Valva, age 43, told authorities that the boy, Thomas Valva, had fallen in the driveway of his home in Center Moriches when he was found dead in the basement at around 9:40 a.m. Friday, Jan. 17, 2020. On Friday, Nov. 4, following a six-week trial in Riverhead, the jury found Michael Valva guilty of second-degree murder and four counts of child endangerment. Thomas Valva died from hypothermia after his father forced him to sleep in a freezing gara…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
Man Dies From Injuries After Being Struck By Separate SUVs In NY Crash Involving CT Resident Man Dies From Injuries After Being Struck By Separate SUVs In NY Crash Involving CT Resident
Man Dies From Injuries After Being Struck By Separate SUVs In NY Crash Involving CT Resident A man who was struck by two SUVs after allegedly running out in front of the first vehicle on Long Island has died from his injuries. The incident took place in Flanders around 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25, on Route 105. According to Lt. Susan Ralph, with the Southampton Police, the man died on Sunday night from injuries sustained during the crash.  The medical examiner is working to identify the victim. The department responded after receiving multiple 911 calls of a man being hit by the two vehicles. Once on the scene, they found the driver of a Mercedes SUV, identified as Sepe…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Alert Issued For 17-Year-Old Who Has Gone Missing In NY Alert Issued For 17-Year-Old Who Has Gone Missing In NY
Alert Issued For 17-Year-Old Who Has Gone Missing In NY A 17-year-old girl has gone missing in New York and authorities are asking the public's help in locating her. The alert was issued on Long Island around midday Saturday, Sept. 17 by the Riverhead Town Police Department. Elizabeth Depascale is 5-foot-6, 160 pounds with blonde hair and blue eyes, police said. She was last seen wearing gray sweatpants, a white T-shirt, and white sneakers. She left the Little Flower Facility in RIverhead on Friday, Sept. 16, at approximately 4:30 p.m.  No foul play is suspected, said police. If anyone has any information on her whereabou…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Chick-fil-A Announces Plans For New Locations In Region Chick-fil-A Announces Plans For New Locations In Region
Chick-fil-A Announces Plans For New Locations In Region Chick-fil-A has shared its plans to open new locations in the region.  Representatives from the company said the fast-food chain will open the new locations on Long Island in both Nassau, in Rosedale, and Suffolk, in Huntington in 2022. Additionally, Chick-fil-A is in the early phases of pursuing three other locations on Long Island.  “While we are still early in the process, we are happy to share that we are actively pursuing new locations in West Babylon, Riverhead, and Levittown, and we look forward to working through the approval process with those respective Cities," Ch…

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by Nicole Valinote
Police & Fire
Five Found Dead After Massive House Fire Breaks Out In New York Five Found Dead After Massive House Fire Breaks Out In New York
Five Found Dead After Massive House Fire Breaks Out In New York Five people were found dead inside a Long Island home following a massive fire overnight. The blaze broke out around 10:40 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 16, at a three-story Riverhead residence located at 46 East 2nd St., said the Suffolk County Police. The five were found by local firefighters after the fire was extinguished, police said. Firefighters from eight departments responded.Riverhead Fire Department/Ex-Capt. Paul Sparrow Eight fire departments responded to battle the blaze that took several hours to put out. Riverhead Fire Department Ex-Chief Nicholas Luparella reported that upon arri…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Woman Jumps Into Sea Lion Tank At Aquarium In New York Woman Jumps Into Sea Lion Tank At Aquarium In New York
Woman Jumps Into Sea Lion Tank At Aquarium In New York A woman was taken to an area hospital after jumping into the sea lion tank at the Long Island Aquarium. The incident took place around 2 p.m. Monday, May 17 in Suffolk County. Officers were called to the aquarium in Riverhead after the woman jumped into the tank. The woman who was taken into custody was taken to an area hospital for evaluation,  the Riverhead Police said. Police said an arrest was not made as of Monday afternoon. Aquarium officials could not be immediately reached. 

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
COVID-19: Limitations Put In Place For East-End Hamptons Visits Until NY Starts Reopenings COVID-19: Limitations Put In Place For East-End Hamptons Visits Until NY Starts Reopenings
Covid-19: Limitations Put In Place For East-End Hamptons Visits Until NY Starts Reopenings Officials in the Hamptons are putting limitations on day trips out east as New Yorkers look to stretch their legs while staying at home during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. With many metro area residents getting more restless as the pandemic reaches its second month, there have been people flocking to the east end of Long Island in recent days, prompting concern from residents and officials in the area. Over the weekend, nearly 200 parking and code violations were dished out by police in the Town of East Hampton, as they attempt to control the wave of people that have been floodi…

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by Zak Failla
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AMBER Alert Update: 3-Year-Old Area Girl Found Safe AMBER Alert Update: 3-Year-Old Area Girl Found Safe
Amber Alert Update: 3-Year-Old Area Girl Found Safe Click here for an updated story: LI Mother Surrenders After Shooting Of 3-Year-Old's Father Leads To AMBER Alert A 3-year-old Long Island girl has been found safe after an AMBER Alert was issued Friday morning, Sept. 6, but the search continues for her mother who is wanted in a shooting. Patchita Tennant, 42, also known as Patricia, allegedly shot Andrew Mitchell, 42, during a domestic dispute at a home in Riverhead, and then left with their daughter, Vanessa. Mitchell, who is expected to survive, was taken to Stony Brook University Hospital with multiple gunshot wounds. Tennant …

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
Ex-Met Wally Backman, Long Island Ducks Manager, Charged In Domestic Dispute Ex-Met Wally Backman, Long Island Ducks Manager, Charged In Domestic Dispute
Ex-Met Wally Backman, Long Island Ducks Manager, Charged In Domestic Dispute Former Mets second baseman Wally Backman, now manager of the Long Island Ducks professional baseball club, was arrested following a fight with a woman on Long Island, police said. Officers responded to a call of a domestic dispute around 7:45 a.m., Friday, Aug. 30, said the Riverhead Police. During an investigation, the woman -- who is reportedly Backman's girlfriend -- told police that Backman, 59, of Deer Park, pushed her against a wall and then grabbed and twisted her left hand, causing injuries that required medical attention, according to a criminal complaint obtained by the Riverhead …

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by Kathy Reakes