$1M Lottery Winner: Rocky Point Man Says He's Now Looking For Perfect Meal To Celebrate $1M Lottery Winner: Rocky Point Man Says He's Now Looking For Perfect Meal To Celebrate
$1M Lottery Winner: Rocky Point Man Says He's Now Looking For Perfect Meal To Celebrate His gamble paid off big time and now Todd Greenstein is looking for the perfect meal to celebrate. Greenstein, a Long Island resident from Rocky Point, claimed a whopping $1 million prize after playing the VIP Millions scratch-off game, New York Lottery officials announced. He snagged the incredibly lucky ticket in Manorville, at the Prabhu Cards & Gifts located at 460 Country Road. After paying Uncle Sam his cut, he received a lump sum payment of $651,000. Greenstein apparently wasted no time celebrating his big win, if a recent social media post is any indication. Just days before …
Sandwich Shop Abruptly Closes Patchogue Location Sandwich Shop Abruptly Closes Patchogue Location
Sandwich Shop Abruptly Closes Patchogue Location A shop specializing in freshly made heroes announced the closure of one of its Long Island locations, much to customers’ dismay. “That’s a wrap, friends.” The Hero Joint, located at 74B East Main Street in Patchogue, closed permanently, citing “economic conditions,” on Sunday, Oct. 15, according to a post made just a few days before its shuttering. Opening in September 2018 as a passion project by owner John Murray, the shop aimed to be a new kind of sandwich shop: “modern” and “high quality,” according to its website. Offering a mix of design-your-own heroes and unique specialty san…
This Patchogue Pizzeria Among 11 Best In NY, Report Says This Patchogue Pizzeria Among 11 Best In NY, Report Says
This Patchogue Pizzeria Among 11 Best In NY, Report Says Those in search of New York’s best pizza need look no further than these favored restaurants, according to a new report. After seeking out the “crunchiest, cheesiest, and freshest options” from across the state, I Love New York included the following pizzerias in its “11 of the Best Pizza Places in New York State” roundup: Capital Region Albany & Rensselaer counties: DeFazio’s in Albany and Troy I Love New York praised this eatery for its six different dough options, including one made from brown ale. “Add that to the plentiful topping combinations and high-quality cheeses and you’…
David Beckham Beckons Crowds To Long Island Shopping Mall (Video) David Beckham Beckons Crowds To Long Island Shopping Mall (Video)
David Beckham Beckons Crowds To Long Island Shopping Mall (Video) Soccer superstar David Beckham had no trouble drawing big crowds to a Long Island shopping mall. The 48-year-old former professional footballer and Mr. Posh Spice stopped by the Roosevelt Field Mall in Garden City on Thursday, Oct. 12, to promote the launch of his new cologne line at JCPenney. Video on social media shows Beckham was all smiles as he posed for photos with fans. “Today I met THE legend David Beckham. For Free. At Roosevelt Field,” reads a Facebook post by Nicole Florio, of West Hempstead. “What a day.” Nicole Florio, of West Hempstead, pictured with David Beckham at th…
'Bleak' Golf Course Restaurant In Region Gets Gordon Ramsay Makeover On 'Kitchen Nightmares' 'Bleak' Golf Course Restaurant In Region Gets Gordon Ramsay Makeover On 'Kitchen Nightmares'
'Bleak' Golf Course Restaurant In Region Gets Gordon Ramsay Makeover On 'Kitchen Nightmares' Thanks to Gordon Ramsay, In The Drink is now out of the bunker. Ramsay helped give the northern New Jersey restaurant a much needed facelift on the Monday, Oct. 9 edition of "Kitchen Nightmares," while also improving the managing of the struggling restaurant, which was said to be $250,000 in debt. Last week's episode tackled Bask 46 and its "Culinary Gangster" head chef, who has since left the business. The episode called "In The Drink," located at Preakness Valley Golf Course in the Passaic County township of Wayne, portrayed George, the owner, as an absentee owner struggling to run the…
Popular Restaurant Welcomes Second Suffolk County Location Popular Restaurant Welcomes Second Suffolk County Location
Popular Restaurant Welcomes Second Suffolk County Location A popular and eco-conscious eatery is spreading the joy by opening its fourth Long Island location – and celebrating with a week of deals. Just Salad’s newest storefront, located at 350 Walt Whitman Road, Unit 16 in Huntington Station, will open on Friday, Oct. 13, the company announced. The new location, hot on the coattails of three other Long Island grand openings this year, will mark the B Corporation-certified company’s second Suffolk County spot. On a mission to provide healthy and climate-conscious meals, Just Salad offers a variety of wraps, custom salads, warm bowls, soup, an…
'Now That's Talent': New Long Island Restaurant Serves Up Powerful Flavors, Delicious Dishes 'Now That's Talent': New Long Island Restaurant Serves Up Powerful Flavors, Delicious Dishes
'Now That's Talent': New Long Island Restaurant Serves Up Powerful Flavors, Delicious Dishes A new restaurant serving up kebabs and Kathi rolls has quickly impressed the Long Island community with its bold flavors. Kathis & Kababs, located at 55 Broadway in Hicksville, is a new restaurant that specializes in just that: Kathi rolls and kebab plates, as well as a smattering of other Indian dishes. Tucked away close to the Long Island Railroad station, the small-but-might eatery has impressed diners since its opening in August 2023. “The first time I had chicken tikka was in London,” said Yelp reviewer Cher Y. of Locust Valley, “and this one has brought me back in those days.…
'Food Was Quite Good': Popular Restaurant Opens Second LI Spot In Selden To Rave Reviews 'Food Was Quite Good': Popular Restaurant Opens Second LI Spot In Selden To Rave Reviews
'Food Was Quite Good': Popular Restaurant Opens Second LI Spot In Selden To Rave Reviews A popular restaurant serving up “robust pub cuisine” is garnering rave reviews days after opening its second location on Long Island. Riley Fibbers Pub & Grill, located in Selden at 742 Middle Country Road, held its grand opening on Friday, Oct. 6. Its menu boasts nearly two dozen appetizers and sandwiches, including the “Fuhgedabout It,” made with a crispy chicken cutlet, pepperoni, and melted mozzarella smothered in ala vodka sauce on a toasted garlic hero. The exterior of Riley Fibbers in SeldenFacebook/Riley Fibbers Diners can also opt for several wraps and burgers, and choose…
Winning Lottery Ticket Worth $50K Sold At Kings Park Convenience Store Winning Lottery Ticket Worth $50K Sold At Kings Park Convenience Store
Winning Lottery Ticket Worth $50K Sold At Kings Park Convenience Store A winning lottery ticket worth $50,000 was sold at a convenience store on Long Island. The third-prize winning Powerball ticket was sold in Kings Park at the Speedway located at 38 Indian Head Road. It was sold for the drawing held on Monday, Oct. 2, New York Lottery announced. Winners have one year from the drawing date to claim their prize money. Players can check their numbers on the New York Lottery website.
'We Love You All': Beloved Diner Closes After 30 Years In Riverhead 'We Love You All': Beloved Diner Closes After 30 Years In Riverhead
'We Love You All': Beloved Diner Closes After 30 Years In Riverhead Following a run of over three decades, a family-owned Long Island restaurant abruptly announced its immediate closure. “Today…will be our last day. It is with heavy hearts we have made the most difficult decision to permanently close.” In a Facebook post on Saturday, Sept. 30, the owners of Peconic Bay Diner – mother Chrissy and daughters Eleni and Chloe – announced that the Riverhead staple would be closing for good. “There are multiple factors involved” in the family’s decision to close shop, including the “astronomical” cost of goods, staffing troubles, and the uncertainty of the futu…
'Unimaginable Loss': Support Swells For Widow, 2 Kids Of Man Killed In Yaphank Crash 'Unimaginable Loss': Support Swells For Widow, 2 Kids Of Man Killed In Yaphank Crash
'Unimaginable Loss': Support Swells For Widow, 2 Kids Of Man Killed In Yaphank Crash Days after a husband and new father was killed in a single-vehicle crash on Long Island, the community is rallying around his wife and two children. Nicholas DeMaio, age 25, of Shirley, died following the wreck, which occurred just after 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 1 in Yaphank. Suffolk County Police said he was driving a 2003 Toyota Corolla northbound on Yaphank Avenue when he veered off the road, struck a curb, and went airborne before hitting a utility pole. Earlier Report: Fatal Crash: 25-Year-Old From Shirley ID'd As Victim After Vehicle Hits Pole In Yaphank DeMaio was partially ej…
Commack Player Claims $1M Mega Millions Prize Commack Player Claims $1M Mega Millions Prize
Commack Player Claims $1M Mega Millions Prize He rolled the dice and it paid off. Long Island resident Stephen Krasniewski, of Commack, claimed a $1 million Mega Millions second prize, New York Lottery announced. Krasniewski matched the first five numbers from the drawing held Friday, Aug. 4. He took home a lump sum payment of $651,000 after required withholdings. Krasniewski bought the lucky ticket in Commack, at the Bolla Market on Jericho Turnpike. The Mega Millions game has proved to be incredibly lucrative for New York, contributing $3.7 billion to help support education last fiscal year, lottery officials said. Players can c…