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Rite Aid Announces Additional NY Store Closures After Declaring Bankruptcy Rite Aid Announces Additional NY Store Closures After Declaring Bankruptcy
Rite Aid Announces Additional NY Store Closures After Declaring Bankruptcy Rite Aid has announced new store closures after the struggling pharmacy chain filed for bankruptcy in the fourth quarter of 2023. Shortly after declaring bankruptcy, Rite Aid announced 154 store closures, with 20 in New York, and 14 on Long Island. In a filing on Tuesday, April 9, the company said 17 more stores, including three in New York (with two on Long Island) are now slated for closure. Rite Aid currently has 2,000 stores and about 44,000 employees. The Long Island stores slated for closure (with the newly announced closures in bold) are: 283 West Jericho Turnpike, Huntingto…
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 …
Rite Aid Announces 20 NY Stores Slated For Closure After Declaring Bankruptcy Rite Aid Announces 20 NY Stores Slated For Closure After Declaring Bankruptcy
Rite Aid Announces 20 NY Stores Slated For Closure After Declaring Bankruptcy Rite Aid has announced specific store closures just days after the struggling pharmacy chain filed for bankruptcy. Of the 154 closures nationwide announced on Tuesday, Oct. 18, 20 are in New York, 14 of which are on Long Island. Rite Aid currently has 2,100 stores and about 45,000 employees. The Long Island stores slated for closure are: 2 Whitney Ave., Floral Park 3131 Hempstead Turnpike, Levittown 3199 Long Beach Road, Oceanside 198 West Merrick Road, Valley Stream 836 Sunrise Highway, Bay Shore 2784 Sunrise Highway, Bellmore 901 Merrick Road, Copiague 577 Larkfield Road, East Nor…
New Info Outlines Scheme By Woman Nabbed For $40M Trademark Counterfeiting At Her NY Boutique New Info Outlines Scheme By Woman Nabbed For $40M Trademark Counterfeiting At Her NY Boutique
New Info Outlines Scheme By Woman Nabbed For $40M Trademark Counterfeiting At Her NY Boutique Just after a Long Island woman was busted for allegedly operating a trademark counterfeiting boutique, new details have emerged outlining her scheme. Suffolk County mother of four, Lindsay Castelli, age 31, of Smithtown, surrendered to the Nassau County Asset Forfeiture Unit on Friday, Oct. 7, following an investigation that began in April 2021. According to detectives, in April 2021 an extensive investigation with the assistance of the US Postal inspectors was conducted at Linny’s Boutique located at 1032 Old Country Road in Plainview. During a warrant raid of the business, Nassau County…
Owner Nabbed For $40M Trademark Counterfeiting At NY Boutique, Police Say Owner Nabbed For $40M Trademark Counterfeiting At NY Boutique, Police Say
Owner Nabbed For $40M Trademark Counterfeiting At NY Boutique, Police Say A New York woman has been charged with trademark counterfeiting after tens of millions of dollars in fake labels for such high-end brands as Gucci and Prada were allegedly found at her boutique. The combined value of the items was over $40,000,000, police said. Long Island resident Lindsay Castelli, age 31, of Smithtown, surrendered to the Nassau County Asset Forfeiture Unit on Friday, Oct. 7, following an investigation that began in April 2021. According to detectives, in April 2021 an extensive investigation with the assistance of the US Postal inspectors was conducted at Linny…
Former Sales Chief Of NY Mortgage Lender Sentenced For $8.9M Fraud Scheme Former Sales Chief Of NY Mortgage Lender Sentenced For $8.9M Fraud Scheme
Former Sales Chief Of NY Mortgage Lender Sentenced For $8.9M Fraud Scheme The former co-owner and executive at a New York mortgage lender has been sentenced for an $8.9 million fraud scheme, federal authorities announced. Long Island resident Edward E. Bohm, age 44, of Smithtown, formerly the president of Sales and part-owner of mortgage lender Vanguard Funding, LLC, based in Garden City, was sentenced on Tuesday, Aug. 30 at the federal courthouse in Central Islip to two years in prison. Bohm was also ordered to pay $3,488,615.42 in restitution and $1,500,000 in criminal forfeiture.  In February 2019, Bohm pleaded guilty to conspiring to …
NY Man Sentenced For Role In $12M Ponzi Scheme Targeting Nearly 50 Victims NY Man Sentenced For Role In $12M Ponzi Scheme Targeting Nearly 50 Victims
NY Man Sentenced For Role In $12M Ponzi Scheme Targeting Nearly 50 Victims A New York man was sentenced for his role in a $12 million Ponzi scheme that targeted nearly 50 victims from throughout the region and the nation between 2015 and 2017. Long Island resident Matthew Eckstein, age 52, of Syosset, was sentenced on Monday, July 11 to three-and-a-half to 10-and-a-half years in prison. Eckstein originally pleaded guilty to the charges on September 26, 2019, but later withdrew his plea. A new indictment was secured in August 2020, but court closures related to the COVID-19 pandemic further delayed the case. “This defendant preyed upon seniors and hard-working men…
Popular Supermarket Soon Moving To Bigger Location In Westchester Popular Supermarket Soon Moving To Bigger Location In Westchester
Popular Supermarket Soon Moving To Bigger Location In Westchester A popular supermarket is moving to a larger nearby location later this summer in Northern Westchester. Long Island-based Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace plans to open a new location at the Yorktown Green Shopping Center at 329 Downing Drive in Yorktown Heights in August, representatives announced.  The space, formerly housing Food Emporium, sat empty for more than 10 years until the specialty grocer began renovations. The Yorktown Uncle Giuseppe's is currently located at 380 Downing Drive after taking over the space from Turco's. According to the announcement, renovations at the 45…
MrBeast Burger, Delivery-Only Fast-Food Restaurant Chain, Catching On In NY MrBeast Burger, Delivery-Only Fast-Food Restaurant Chain, Catching On In NY
MrBeast Burger, Delivery-Only Fast-Food Restaurant Chain, Catching On In NY A delivery-only burger chain created by a YouTuber with millions of subscribers is catching on in New York. MrBeast Burger was created by Jimmy Donaldson, who has more than 94 million subscribers on his MrBeast YouTube channel, in partnership with Virtual Dining Concepts. The business operates out of other restaurants' kitchens, and its burgers are available to order through food delivery apps. The menu includes burgers, chicken sandwiches, and Impossible burgers.  The locations have expanded across the United States, including an expanding number of locations in New York. According…
Metro-North President Named Interim Leader Of LIRR Metro-North President Named Interim Leader Of LIRR
Metro-North President Named Interim Leader Of Lirr Longtime Long Island Rail Road President Phillip Eng announced that he will be stepping down after decades in New York State Public Service and he will be temporarily replaced by a familiar face. Eng, a Smithtown resident who has been working in public service for nearly 39 years, announced on Thursday, Feb. 10 that he was retiring in a letter sent to MTA Chairman and CEO Janno Lieber. “I can retire knowing that I leave the LIRR well-positioned for continued success with a dedicated management team and a tenacious workforce who are delivering the best train performance in LIRR history while…
Nor'easter: Here's A Brand-New Rundown Of Snowfall Totals From Throughout Region Nor'easter: Here's A Brand-New Rundown Of Snowfall Totals From Throughout Region
Nor'easter: Here's A Brand-New Rundown Of Snowfall Totals From Throughout Region Snowfall totals from the powerful Nor'easter that slammed the region ranged from more than two feet to several inches. Here are totals from the National Weather Service and other reports from at or around sunset on Saturday, Jan. 29. If you don't see your hometown, leave the total by posting a comment below. New York New York City Central Park, 8.3 inches Nassau County Elmont, 17.3 inches Jericho, 12 inches Levittown, 19.2 inches Massapequa, 16 inches Plainedge, 16 inches  Seaford, 12 inches Syosset, 14 inches Wantagh, 14 inches Suffolk County Amit…
Here's How Much Snowfall Has Fallen So Far From Slow-Moving, Two-Day Storm Here's How Much Snowfall Has Fallen So Far From Slow-Moving, Two-Day Storm
Here's How Much Snowfall Has Fallen So Far From Slow-Moving, Two-Day Storm More snowfall is expected overnight into Friday, Feb. 19 from the slow-moving system barreling through the region. But the brunt of accumulation has fallen by nightfall on Thursday, Feb. 18. Here is a sampling of just some totals reported from areas in the region as of 8 p.m. Thursday.  Add your hometown now by simply leaving a comment. These reports are from the National Weather Service and submissions. New York New York City Central Park, 3.5 inches Nassau County Carle Place, 4 inches Massapequa, 5 inches Suffolk County Deer Park, 6 inches Smithtown, 4.5 inches Westcheste…
New Update: How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout The Region New Update: How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout The Region
New Update: How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout The Region A strong, quick-moving storm system brought several inches of snow to most of the region while creating hazardous driving conditions over the entire area. There were numerous crashes and some road closures during the height of the storm Saturday afternoon and evening, Jan. 18. Here's a look at snowfall totals from throughout the region. New York City Central Park, 2.1 inches Westchester County Armonk, 3 inches Larchmont, 2.5 inches Mount Kisco, 3.3 inches Rye Brook, 3 inches Nassau County Bethpage, 3.3 inches East Meadow, 2.5 inches Farmingdale, 2.5 inches Franklin Square, …
Turco's Sells Yorktown Grocery Store To Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace Turco's Sells Yorktown Grocery Store To Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace
Turco's Sells Yorktown Grocery Store To Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace The popular grocery store in Northern Westchester is going to have a new name and new owner, Turco's is about to become Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace, which operates six markets on Long Island and one in Bergen County. Preston Turco, who is retiring, has sold the store on Downing Drive in Yorktown Heights to the DelPrete family, which operates Uncle Giuseppe's. The new store will launch on Monday, Oct. 21. "As of Oct. 21, Turco's will become Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace," Uncle Giuseppe's said in a statement. "The Uncle Giuseppe's family would like to congratulate Preston Turco on his reti…
Man Who Went Missing In Smithtown Found Man Who Went Missing In Smithtown Found
Man Who Went Missing In Smithtown Found New update: The 87-year-old man who went missing at St. Catherine's Hospital, in Smithtown has been found, according to the Suffolk County Police Department. Original report: At the request of the Suffolk County Police Department- Headquarters, a New York State Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert has been issued relating to the disappearance of Peter Stanzione. Stanzione, 87, was last seen at St. Catherine's Hospital, in the town of Smithtown, Suffolk County, at 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 2.  He was driving a 2014 maroon Nissan Altima with New York registration HLT-5932 and was las…
Former WWE Star, 'Survivor' Competitor Ashley Massaro, 39, Found Dead At Smithtown Home Former WWE Star, 'Survivor' Competitor Ashley Massaro, 39, Found Dead At Smithtown Home
Former WWE Star, 'Survivor' Competitor Ashley Massaro, 39, Found Dead At Smithtown Home A former WWE superstar and competitor on “Survivor” was found dead in her Long Island home at the age of 39. Former Diva Ashley Massaro, the winner of the WWE’s 2005 Raw Diva Search, was transported from her Smithtown home to a local hospital, officials confirmed. She was pronounced dead just months after she was training to return to the ring. "Gonna be bumping around the ring starting next week ... super pumped n ready to see what I got left in these ole boots of mine!" Massaro tweeted earlier this year. “Those guy are the best super safe and make me feel so comfortable-if u live i…
Long Island Distracted Driver/Disabled NYSP Trooper Case To Be Prosecuted By Westchester DA Long Island Distracted Driver/Disabled NYSP Trooper Case To Be Prosecuted By Westchester DA
Long Island Distracted Driver/Disabled Nysp Trooper Case To Be Prosecuted By Westchester DA The Westchester County District Attorney’s Office has been appointed as a special prosecutor in a case involving a distracted driver who struck a New York State Police trooper on Long Island, leaving him “severely disabled.” West Islip resident Jesse Cohen, 25, has been indicted and arraigned on charges related to a traffic crash that he caused in 2017, which left New York State Police trooper Joseph Gallagher with serious injuries, Westchester County District Attorney Anthony Scarpino, Jr., announced on Tuesday. The Westchester DA’s office was appointed as a special prosecutor in the case …
Bodies Found Thought To Be Missing Toddler, Father Bodies Found Thought To Be Missing Toddler, Father
Bodies Found Thought To Be Missing Toddler, Father Update: A 2-year-old boy and his father who went missing from Long Island on Tuesday are thought to have been found dead in Virginia, police said. A black Jeep Grand Cherokee with the matching license plate of John Ligurgo III, 43, of Coram in Suffolk County on Long Island was found in western Virginia with two bodies inside.  No further information has been released. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. Original report: A Long Island man believed to have kidnapped his own son is on the run and authorities are asking the public's help in finding them. John Ligurgo III, 43, could be a…
Missing Toddler, Father Thought To Be Found Dead Missing Toddler, Father Thought To Be Found Dead
Missing Toddler, Father Thought To Be Found Dead Update: A 2-year-old boy and his father who went missing from Long Island on Tuesday are thought to have been found dead in Virginia, police said. A black Jeep Grand Cherokee with the matching license plate of John Ligurgo III, 43, of Coram in Suffolk County on Long Island was found in western Virginia with two bodies inside.  No further information has been released. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. Original report: A Long Island man believed to have kidnapped his own son is on the run and authorities are asking the public's help in finding them. John Ligurgo III, 43, could be a…