‘We Need Answers’: Death Of 14-Year-Old NY Girl Still Mystery One Year Later ‘We Need Answers’: Death Of 14-Year-Old NY Girl Still Mystery One Year Later
‘We Need Answers’: Death Of 14-Year-Old NY Girl Still Mystery One Year Later A year after Samantha Humphrey’s body was pulled from a river in upstate New York, her killer remains at large. The 14-year-old Schenectady High School sophomore was last seen on Nov. 25, 2022, near the city's Mohawk River. Her mother reported her missing the following day. Investigators spent months fruitlessly searching the water and surrounding areas with K9 units and dive teams before her body was finally recovered on Feb. 22, 2023. Earlier Report: NY Teen Samantha Humphrey Remembered As 'A Light In The Dark' Following Death At Age 14 A week later, Schenectady Police confirmed…
Long Island Mom Who Lost Baby During Cancer Treatment Dies At Age 35; 'Was Tremendous Spirit' Long Island Mom Who Lost Baby During Cancer Treatment Dies At Age 35; 'Was Tremendous Spirit'
Long Island Mom Who Lost Baby During Cancer Treatment Dies At Age 35; 'Was Tremendous Spirit' Tributes and donations are flooding in following the death of a beloved Long Island mother and wife. Jillian Breslin, originally from East Meadow and living in Astoria, Queens, died Monday, Jan. 29 at the age of 35, her obituary said. Her death followed a “courageous” nine-month battle with triple-negative metastatic breast cancer, according to a GoFundMe created by relatives. Breslin was first diagnosed in May 2023, while five months pregnant with a daughter-to-be, after suffering pains returning from a family trip to Disney World. “Jill went to the hospital for pains that were assumed t…
Center Moriches Mother Searches For Son's Lost Stuffed Animal: 'We Need Your Help' Center Moriches Mother Searches For Son's Lost Stuffed Animal: 'We Need Your Help'
Center Moriches Mother Searches For Son's Lost Stuffed Animal: 'We Need Your Help' A mother from Long Island is asking the community to rally together and find her son’s beloved lost stuffed animal. What started as a normal trip to a Center Moriches Dunkin’ Donuts on Sunday, Jan. 14 soon ended in heartbreak when Meghan Schepps’ son, Hunter, lost a stuffed animal close to his heart. “He might be a little too old to have a stuffy, but he wasn’t ready to give it up quite yet,” she wrote. According to Facebook posts by Schepps, the orange and green stuffed dog was accidentally left on the floor of the Dunkin’, located at 790 Montauk Highway. An employee told the family th…
Trump Eyeing NY Congresswoman As Veep Pick, Report Says Trump Eyeing NY Congresswoman As Veep Pick, Report Says
Trump Eyeing NY Congresswoman As Veep Pick, Report Says As campaign season heats up, rumors are swirling over former President Donald Trump’s pick to be his running mate should he clinch the Republican nomination. Among the names that Trump is strongly considering for his vice president is New York Rep. Elise Stefanik, NBC News reports. The 39-year-old House Republican Conference chair – whose 21st District represents several Capital Region counties, including Rensselaer – was brought up during a dinner at the former president’s Mar-a-Lago home in December 2023, according to the outlet. Trump nodded approvingly and referred to Stefanik as “a ki…
Bar Serving Up 'Elevated Pub Fare' Opens Sixth Long Island Location Bar Serving Up 'Elevated Pub Fare' Opens Sixth Long Island Location
Bar Serving Up 'Elevated Pub Fare' Opens Sixth Long Island Location A Long Island restaurant started by two former bartenders and friends is further expanding its reach within the community and beyond by opening up its sixth location. Tap Room, located in Jericho, opened on Thursday, Dec. 14, joining the pub’s five other locations. The self-described gastropub serves up what it calls "elevated pub fare," such as burgers, tacos, salads, and more, alongside craft cocktails and a rotating 24 beers on tap. For brunch, Tap Room continues the pub theme with dishes such as the “Hangover Burger,” featuring avocado, egg, cheddar, and bacon, pound cake French t…
‘Memories Of Grandma’s’: New Pizzeria In Greenlawn Has People Talking ‘Memories Of Grandma’s’: New Pizzeria In Greenlawn Has People Talking
‘Memories Of Grandma’s’: New Pizzeria In Greenlawn Has People Talking A new pizzeria on Long Island is delighting diners and sparking plenty of conversation online. L’uccello Pizza & Italian Fare – located in Greenlawn at 112 Broadway – opened in October 2023 under the direction of owner and chef James Tchinnis. In addition to a number of salads, appetizers, and pasta dishes, the restaurant’s menu boasts over a dozen types of pizza. Among the more creative offerings is the New England Clam Chowder, made with fingerling potatoes, bacon, chowder sauce, red pepper flakes, oyster crackers, and littleneck clams still in their shells. “Soooo good!” Kerrie Sha…
'Best Foodie Spot' Found At This Northport Restaurant, Online Reviewers Say 'Best Foodie Spot' Found At This Northport Restaurant, Online Reviewers Say
'Best Foodie Spot' Found At This Northport Restaurant, Online Reviewers Say If you’re looking for a meal to remember, don’t miss this Long Island hotspot. Maroni Cuisine, located in Northport at 18 Woodbine Avenue, garnered the most recommendations in a post on the Long Island Restaurant Group Facebook page asking where to find the “best foodie spot on Long Island.” “I’m thinking tasting menu or unique experience,” Patty Ann, of Babylon, said in her post Saturday, Dec. 16. Nearly 150 of her fellow foodies came to Ann’s aid, offering up their favorite Long Island dining spots serving up that something extra. Of course, there were a few wisecrackers in the comment…
'Overtime' Entrepreneur From NY Earns Spot On Forbes' 30 Under 30 List 'Overtime' Entrepreneur From NY Earns Spot On Forbes' 30 Under 30 List
'Overtime' Entrepreneur From NY Earns Spot On Forbes' 30 Under 30 List For Northern Westchester native Tom Weingarten, simply following his passion for sports and coaching and taking a chance ended up bringing him to a level of success that is now earning recognition from major national outlets. Weingarten, age 29, who serves as the chief growth officer for sports media company Overtime, was named on the 2024 Forbes 30 Under 30 list, which is released annually and features 600 successful young entrepreneurs, stars, and leaders who have already exhibited plenty of potential.  Since Weingarten joined Overtime in 2015 as a startup, it has grown to have …
Complaint Details How NYPD Captain From Long Island Kidnapped, Brutally Beat Woman Complaint Details How NYPD Captain From Long Island Kidnapped, Brutally Beat Woman
Complaint Details How Nypd Captain From Long Island Kidnapped, Brutally Beat Woman An off-duty NYPD commander kidnapped and brutally beat a New Jersey woman outside a restaurant in Paterson, authorities charged. Capt. Hariton Marachilian, a 45-year-old Long Island resident, remained held in the Bergen County Jail on Thursday, Dec. 7, following his arrest for the alleged Dec. 10, 2022 incident. In what to some might resemble staged professional wrestling violence, a complaint filed by Paterson police says Marchilian viciously grabbed the victim by the hair and smashed her head into the dashboard of his car. But that was only the beginning, it says. Marchilian then chased…
NY AG James Joins Lawsuit Against Meta With 32 Other States: 'They Must Be Held Accountable' NY AG James Joins Lawsuit Against Meta With 32 Other States: 'They Must Be Held Accountable'
NY AG James Joins Lawsuit Against Meta With 32 Other States: 'They Must Be Held Accountable' New York Attorney General Letitia James and a group of attorneys general from 32 other states have filed a federal lawsuit against Meta for contributing to a mental health crisis among young people, officials announced. The lawsuit, filed in the US District Court for the Northern District of California, alleges that the social media company knowingly designed and implemented features on Instagram, Facebook, and other platforms that purposefully take advantage of children and teens, James' office announced on Tuesday, Oct. 24.  Additionally, the lawsuit also charges Meta with collecting…
Community Mourns 'Unimaginable Loss' Of 32-Year-Old Long Island Man Community Mourns 'Unimaginable Loss' Of 32-Year-Old Long Island Man
Community Mourns 'Unimaginable Loss' Of 32-Year-Old Long Island Man After the sudden death of a Long Island auto service center employee, friends and family are remembering his “big personality and kind heart.” Daniel Cicio, age 32, of Levittown, died on Thursday, Oct. 19 when he was struck by a jeep at his place of work.  Earlier Story: ID Released For Service Station Employee Struck, Killed By Jeep In Wantagh Nicknamed “The Lord” in his obituary, Daniel has left behind not only family and friends but a larger community who knew him for his kindness and joy. “The unimaginable pain of losing a child has struck our family,” wrote Daniel’s cousin, Mich…
Rumor Of Taylor Swift Sighting Causes Fan Frenzy In Fairfield County Town Rumor Of Taylor Swift Sighting Causes Fan Frenzy In Fairfield County Town
Rumor Of Taylor Swift Sighting Causes Fan Frenzy In Fairfield County Town It was Swiftie Mania day in a Connecticut town after a rumor started that the mega pop queen Taylor Swift was lunching in town with her new boyfriend Travis Kelce. In the heart of Fairfield County, hundreds of teens, moms, and well, guys, turned up in the town. of New Canaan outside the popular Elm Restaurant on Thursday, Oct. 20 where Swift was supposed to be inside dining with boyfriend Kelce (the Kansas City Chiefs tight end), Swift's BFF actor Blake Lively, and Lively's hubby actor Ryan Reynolds who live in neighboring Pound Ridge in Northern Westchester County.  Once the rumor made it…
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…
NY AG James Urges Social Media Companies To Stop Hateful Content After Attacks In Israel NY AG James Urges Social Media Companies To Stop Hateful Content After Attacks In Israel
NY AG James Urges Social Media Companies To Stop Hateful Content After Attacks In Israel New York Attorney General Letitia James has sent a series of letters to several social media companies urging them to take action and remove hateful content posted in response to the violence taking place in Israel.  The letters, announced by the Attorney General's Office on Friday, Oct. 13, all request that each company provide thorough explanations of how they are stopping the spread of hateful content that encourages violence against Jewish and Muslim people or institutions in the aftermath of violent attacks committed against Israel by the Hamas militant group.  Jame…
'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…
'Daler Strong': Long Island High School Band To Play For First Time Since Deadly Crash 'Daler Strong': Long Island High School Band To Play For First Time Since Deadly Crash
'Daler Strong': Long Island High School Band To Play For First Time Since Deadly Crash Two weeks after a bus crash killed two beloved members of a Long Island high school marching band and injured dozens more, the band plans to come together and perform for its homecoming game. On Friday, Oct. 6 night, the Farmingdale High School marching band, after losing their beloved band leader and adored chaperone in a deadly charter bus crash, is coming together to play for their homecoming game, the school announced. “Get ready for an incredible Homecoming Night,” the school posted on Facebook. This marks the first time the band has played in public since the incident and is sure …
'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…
'Prepare To Be Blown Away': New Long Island Restaurant Cited For Fresh Food, 'Amazing' Prices 'Prepare To Be Blown Away': New Long Island Restaurant Cited For Fresh Food, 'Amazing' Prices
'Prepare To Be Blown Away': New Long Island Restaurant Cited For Fresh Food, 'Amazing' Prices A new restaurant on Long Island serving up Korean style barbecue and Asian hotpot is delighting customers weeks into business. K-City BBQ Hot Pot & Sushi, located in Levittown at 3056 Hempstead Turnpike, held its grand opening on Monday, Sept. 4. The restaurant boasts a buffet bar featuring fresh sushi, meats, raw seafood, and vegetables that diners then prepare right at their table. Ingredients are either added to a simmering pot of soup stock or charred to perfection on a grill. A hot pot at K-City BBQ Hot Pot & Sushi.Facebook/Veera Pannakul Among its most popular dishes, a…
Long Island's 'Best Doughnut' Shop Announces New Location Long Island's 'Best Doughnut' Shop Announces New Location
Long Island's 'Best Doughnut' Shop Announces New Location A dessert shop voted as having the best doughnuts on Long Island is expanding further with the addition of a new storefront. Duck Donuts is once again spreading its wings. The national chain is adding its fifth Long Island location, this time at 2334 Hempstead Turnpike in East Meadow, with an expected grand opening date in November 2023, the company announced on Saturday, Sept. 9 via a Facebook post. Duck Donuts was named the best doughnut shop on Long Island by Bethpage’s 2023 Best of LI awards (tied with North Fork Doughnut Company). With a large variety of unique flavor combinations…
'Culinary Perfection' Found At New Sayville Eatery 'Culinary Perfection' Found At New Sayville Eatery
'Culinary Perfection' Found At New Sayville Eatery A new Long Island cafe offering modern vibes and tasty dishes has opened to rave reviews from the community. “A candidate or competitor about whom little is known but who unexpectedly wins or succeeds.” That’s the definition that inspired the name of the newly-opened Dark Horse Coffee & Kitchen, located at 4836 Sunrise Highway in Sayville. And little was known about the shop’s opening, at least on social media - it was only in March 2023 that owners Dre and Tim start Facebook and Instagram pages for their new coffee spot. However, upon officially opening the doors for Dark Horse on…
Swastika Found At Playground On Long Island Swastika Found At Playground On Long Island
Swastika Found At Playground On Long Island Officers found antisemitic graffiti in a Long Island park, prompting outrage among citizens and a New York Congressman. The incident occurred on Monday, June 19, at North Woodmere Park, according to the Rockaway Nassau Safety Patrol. It appeared to be first reported by the Instagram account 5townscentral, an account informing the community of crime updates, stolen pets, events, and more. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 5 Towns Central (@5townscentral) According to this first report, the swastika was discovered near the swings …
John Mellencamp’s Sold-Out NY Show Canceled John Mellencamp’s Sold-Out NY Show Canceled
John Mellencamp’s Sold-Out NY Show Canceled Fans are singing the blues after John Mellencamp canceled an upcoming performance in New York. The 71-year-old singer-songwriter’s sold-out show at Albany’s Palace Theatre on Tuesday, June 13, has been canceled, the venue announced on Facebook Monday, June 12. No reason was given for the move. Those with tickets were informed that refunds will be available at the point of purchase. The same message was shared on Mellencamp’s official Facebook and Twitter accounts. Mellencamp embarked on his “Live and In Person Tour” on Feb. 5 in Bloomington, Indiana. The tour is scheduled to end on Saturd…
Stalked From Sky: NY Pilot Violated Woman's Protection Order On Flight, Police Say Stalked From Sky: NY Pilot Violated Woman's Protection Order On Flight, Police Say
Stalked From Sky: NY Pilot Violated Woman's Protection Order On Flight, Police Say A pilot in upstate New York is accused of stalking a woman for years, often flying his plane directly over her business and allegedly mailing her disturbing images. Saratoga County resident Michael Arnold, age 64, of Schuylerville, was arrested moments after landing his 1976 Cessna plane at the Saratoga County Airport on Thursday, June 1. According to the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office, Arnold flew his plane “in violation of an order of protection” that was issued by the Town of Saratoga Court. That protection order was issued on behalf of Cassandra Wilusz, a mother and owner of the Rev…
'Dangerous' Social Media: LI State Senator Seeks To Require Parents' Permission For Minors 'Dangerous' Social Media: LI State Senator Seeks To Require Parents' Permission For Minors
'Dangerous' Social Media: LI State Senator Seeks To Require Parents' Permission For Minors As federal officials highlight the possible harm that social media can cause to children, a New York State Senator is seeking to make it unlawful for minors to use online platforms without permission from their parents.  New York State Senator Jack Martins, a Republican who represents the state's 7th State Senate district which includes part of Nassau County, has introduced legislation that would make it illegal for social media companies to allow minors to create or maintain accounts without obtaining consent from their parents or guardians, Martin's office announced on Friday, May 26.…
New Update -  Long Island Starbucks Robbery: Suspect Nabbed After Victim Thrown Off Mercedes New Update -  Long Island Starbucks Robbery: Suspect Nabbed After Victim Thrown Off Mercedes
New Update - Long Island Starbucks Robbery: Suspect Nabbed After Victim Thrown Off Mercedes A suspect has been apprehended after a Long Island resident trying to sell his Rolex watch through the Facebook marketplace was injured during a robbery at a Starbucks location. The incident happened on Monday, May 1 at 9:40 p.m. in Seaford. The male victim, age 29, agreed to sell the Rolex watch, valued at $8,500, to an unknown potential purchaser through Facebook, Nassau County Police said. Both parties agreed to meet in the parking lot of Starbucks located at 3870 Sunrise Highway.  The victim was met by two Hispanic men and while the victim was presenting the Rolex watch…
Family-Owned Restaurant To Close After 66 Years Serving Long Island Family-Owned Restaurant To Close After 66 Years Serving Long Island
Family-Owned Restaurant To Close After 66 Years Serving Long Island After three generations and over half a decade, a beloved Long Island restaurant is shuttering its doors. The Jolly Fisherman & Steakhouse, located in Rosyln at 25 Main Street, announced via a Facebook post on Tuesday, May 16 that the restaurant will be closing at the end of June. Founded by the Scheiner family in 1957 and passed down for multiple generations, the eatery has continued to provide fresh seafood to Roslyn diners for decades. “It’s been a good run. We have decided it is time for us to say goodbye,” the post read. With over 150 comments on the original post and an overall…
Grand Opening: New Long Island Restuarant Promises Best Of Land, Sea Grand Opening: New Long Island Restuarant Promises Best Of Land, Sea
Grand Opening: New Long Island Restuarant Promises Best Of Land, Sea A brand-new seafood restaurant is hoping to make waves with its grand opening. Catcher’s Fish House, located at 301 Woodcleft Avenue in Freeport, is set to officially open its doors to the public Wednesday, May 3 at 4 p.m., according to the eatery’s Facebook page. Nestled into Freeport’s nautical mile, Catcher’s Fish House advertises a “unique twist on classic seafood dishes,” as well as a menu for just about any dining occasion – in addition to their lunch and dinner menus (each with its own array of dishes), Catcher’s offers desserts, a separate section of bar-only food, and Sunday bru…
Best Thin Crust Pies On Long Island Found At This Pizzeria, Foodies Say Best Thin Crust Pies On Long Island Found At This Pizzeria, Foodies Say
Best Thin Crust Pies On Long Island Found At This Pizzeria, Foodies Say Lou Rutherford had one thing on his mind when he turned to his fellow foodies for help: Where to find the best thin crust pizza on Long Island. Since posting his query on the Long Island Restaurant Group Facebook page on Monday, April 24, more than 100 people have responded with suggestions for where Rutherford can find his perfect pie. Of those responses, Eddie’s Pizza, located in New Hyde Park at 2048 Hillside Avenue, was the clear winner, garnering over 20 recommendations and 85 reactions. “The best,” one commenter wrote. “Definitely Eddie’s,” wrote another. Weekly special: bacon…