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Multi-Million Dollar Scheme: 8 NYers Accused Of Scamming Government For Services Never Provided Multi-Million Dollar Scheme: 8 NYers Accused Of Scamming Government For Services Never Provided
Multi-Million Dollar Scheme: 8 NYers Accused Of Scamming Government For Services Never Provided Eight New Yorkers who owned, operated, or were employees of several transportation companies have been accused of scamming the government out of millions of dollars for services never provided. The indictments were unsealed on Long Island at federal court in Central Islip on Tuesday, June 11. Seven of the eight are from Long Island and the other from New York City: Noman Ahmed, age 37, Port Jefferson Station; Adnan Arshad, also known as “Eddie,” age 45, Mount Sinai; Rehman Diwan, age 24, Hicksville; Jessica Hendrickson, age 36, Patchogue; Jose Marte, age 33, …
This Hudson Valley Pizzeria Among 11 Best In NY, Report Says This Hudson Valley Pizzeria Among 11 Best In NY, Report Says
This Hudson Valley 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’…
Lucky Duck: $1,000,000 Lottery Prize Claimed By NY Man Lucky Duck: $1,000,000 Lottery Prize Claimed By NY Man
Lucky Duck: $1,000,000 Lottery Prize Claimed By NY Man A Long Island man has claimed a winning lottery prize worth $1 million. Vincent Franco, of Patchogue, hit it big on the Cash X20 scratch-off game, according to the New York Lottery. Franco received a lump sum payment of $494,760 after paying taxes. The lucky ticket was purchased in Holbrook, at the Akshar Card & Gift at 342 Union Avenue. As of Tuesday, June 6, there were two top prizes remaining on the Cash X20 ticket, lottery officials said. Players can check their tickets on the New York Lottery website. New York scratch-off games generated over $4.5 billion in total sales during …
This Hudson Valley Eatery Ranks Among NY's Top 11 Pizzerias, Report Says This Hudson Valley Eatery Ranks Among NY's Top 11 Pizzerias, Report Says
This Hudson Valley Eatery Ranks Among NY's Top 11 Pizzerias, Report Says It's no secret that most think of New York City when it comes to the best eateries to find delicious pizza in the Empire State. But new rankings of 11 of the best pizza places in New York State include plenty of places beyond the five boroughs, including the Hudson Valley, Long Island, and Capital Region. Yes, the first pizzeria listed in the story posted on the "I Love NY" blog is in NYC: the original Paulie Gee's, located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, which was cited for its "chewy, charred crust, tangy sauce, and high-quality cheese." Checking in at No. 2 in the rankings is nestled in N…
Long Island On Alert As Brand-New Shark Bite Incident Brings Number To Six In Two Weeks Long Island On Alert As Brand-New Shark Bite Incident Brings Number To Six In Two Weeks
Long Island On Alert As Brand-New Shark Bite Incident Brings Number To Six In Two Weeks Lifeguards and swimmers are on high alert after two shark bites in one day on Long Island, bringing the total number of attacks to six in two weeks. The latest attack took place in Suffolk County at Seaview Beach on Fire Island around 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 13. Suffolk police said the Arizona man was in waist-deep water at Seaview Beach when he was bitten in the buttocks and on the left wrist. He was able to walk out of the water, Suffolk County Police said. The victim was transported via Suffolk County Police helicopter to Stony Brook University Hospital with non-life-threatening  …
Surfer Attacked By Shark At NY Beach Surfer Attacked By Shark At NY Beach
Surfer Attacked By Shark At NY Beach Another Long Island beach is closed to swimming after a surfer was bitten by a shark.  The incident took place at Smith Point County Beach Park in Shirley, around 7:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 13, said Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone. The surfer was taken to Long Island Community Hospital in Patchogue for treatment of injuries, Bellone said. The third attack comes after a shark bit a Smith Point County Park lifeguard, on Sunday, July 3 and another lifeguard was attacked in the village of Ocean Beach on Thursday, July 7. "This is the new normal with tiger sharks swimming closer t…
Father, Daughter Wanted In Girl Scout Cookie Scam Targeting Local NY Residents Father, Daughter Wanted In Girl Scout Cookie Scam Targeting Local NY Residents
Father, Daughter Wanted In Girl Scout Cookie Scam Targeting Local NY Residents Police in New York are reporting they have received at least 11 complaints from residents who said they gave to buy Girl Scouts cookies that were never delivered. The incidents on Long Island were reported to Suffolk County Police between Saturday, June 18, and Monday, June 20, the department said. Police say the alleged cookie scam took place in the following communities: Lake Ronkonkoma, Bohemia, and Patchogue, to Shirley to Mastic. The money was given to a man who accompanied a young girl during some of the incidents, and in others, the girl was alone, police said. Police added that mo…
21-Year-Old NYer Wows Judges In Second Reality Show Appearance 21-Year-Old NYer Wows Judges In Second Reality Show Appearance
21-Year-Old NYer Wows Judges In Second Reality Show Appearance A 21-year-old New Yorker impressed the judges during his audition for singing competition American Idol. Long Island resident Christian Guardino, of Patchogue, performed "A Song For You" by Donny Hathaway for judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie, in his audition for the show's 20th season, which aired on Sunday, March 6. After performing the song, Richie stood up and hugged Guardino and asked him to invite his mother into the audition room. "That kid right there is fabulous," Richie said. This is Guardino's second reality TV show appearance, as he also previously earned a…
Four Stranded In Raft On Long Island Sound Rescued Four Stranded In Raft On Long Island Sound Rescued
Four Stranded In Raft On Long Island Sound Rescued Marine officers rescued four men who became stranded in a 10-foot inflatable raft in the Long Island Sound. Suffolk County Police were altered to the situation after a 911 caller reported four people stranded in an inflatable raft drifting out to sea at 10:17 p.m., Sunday, June 6 in Wading River. The men, who launched from Wading River Beach to go fishing, were pulled out to the Long Island Sound, approximately one mile north of Wildwood State Park, said the Suffolk County Police Marine Bureau. The boat did not have a motor, and they were unable to paddle back due to the current. Mar…
Worker From Westchester Dies After Falling From Business Roof Worker From Westchester Dies After Falling From Business Roof
Worker From Westchester Dies After Falling From Business Roof A worker from Westchester died after falling off the roof of a Long Island business, police said. The incident happened in Suffolk County on Monday, Jan. 18 at around 3:40 p.m. Hector Aranda-Sanchez, age 27, of Peekskill, an employee of a Yonkers-based roofing company, was on the roof of Four Seasons Sunrooms and Windows, located at 5005 Veterans Memorial Highway in Holbrook, when he fell from the roof, police said. Aranda-Sanchez was transported to Long Island Community Hospital in Patchogue, where he was pronounced dead.  The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) wa…
Westchester Man Arrested After Reaching Into Sheriff Deputy's Vehicle Westchester Man Arrested After Reaching Into Sheriff Deputy's Vehicle
Westchester Man Arrested After Reaching Into Sheriff Deputy's Vehicle A man from Westchester driving with illegal license plates got handsy with a sheriff’s deputy on Long Island during a traffic stop and had to be taken into custody. A Suffolk County Sheriff’s deputy on patrol at approximately 3:18 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 14 stopped Mykhaylo Zubatyi, 29, of Yonkers, on North Ocean Avenue in Patchogue, for having suspicious license plates. According to the Sheriff’s Office, a DMV check of Zubatyi’s registration plate showed that it actually belonged to a different vehicle. Zubatyi was pulled over and had valid insurance but no legal registration. The license …
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, …
Train Service To Hamptons Suspended After Derailment, LIRR Says Train Service To Hamptons Suspended After Derailment, LIRR Says
Train Service To Hamptons Suspended After Derailment, Lirr Says All Long Island Rail Road service to the Hamptons has been suspended after a Montauk train sideswiped a work train, derailing both, early Saturday morning, May 25. "Service is suspended east of Patchogue on the Montauk Branch after a train due in Montauk at 4:09 a.m. sideswiped a non-revenue train east of Speonk as part of a passing maneuver," the LIRR said in a statement. "Customers are advised to use alternate branches or other means of transportation." The closure is expected to last throughout the day, the LIRR said. "We expect service east of Patchogue, including to the Hamptons a…