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Prostitution, 'Unauthorized' Massage At Suffolk County Spa Leads To Two Arrests Prostitution, 'Unauthorized' Massage At Suffolk County Spa Leads To Two Arrests
Prostitution, 'Unauthorized' Massage At Suffolk County Spa Leads To Two Arrests Two women were arrested on prostitution and unauthorized practice charges during a raid at an Amityville massage parlor, Suffolk County police announced on Wednesday, March 5. First Precinct Crime Section officers and First Squad detectives, alongside the Village of Amityville Fire Marshal, conducted the raid at Heaven on Earth Foot Spa, located at 148 Broadway, following numerous community complaints, police said. Xiuzhi Jiangs, 54, of Commack, and Xiuli Shi, 62, of Flushing, were both charged with Unauthorized Practice of a Profession, a Class E felony, and Prostitution, a misdemeanor, …
How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Accumulation Totals From Long Island How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Accumulation Totals From Long Island
How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Accumulation Totals From Long Island Here's a look at snowfall accumulation totals from throughout the region released by the National Weather Service for the storm that moved through Saturday night, Feb. 8 into Sunday, Feb. 9. Location Amount Time/Date Provider New York Westchester County 1 N Eastchester 4.8 inches 0810 AM 02/09 Public Mamaroneck 4.8 inches 0630 AM 02/09 Public 1 SSE Port Chester 4.6 inches 0715 AM 02/09 Public 1 ESE Hartsdale 4.5 inches 1000 AM 02/09 Trained Spotter 2 N Mamaroneck …
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Suffolk County How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Suffolk County
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Suffolk County A quick-moving Nor'easter brought accumulating snowfall throughout the region Sunday night, Jan. 19 into Monday morning, Jan 20. Here's a rundown of totals from the National Weather Service. New York Nassau County 2 ENE Roosevelt 4.1 inches 1018 PM 01/19 Public Syosset 4.0 inches 1000 PM 01/19 Trained Spotter East Williston 3.9 inches 1015 PM 01/19 Public 1 W Plainview 3.9 inches 1250 AM 01/20 Public 1 ESE East Meadow 3.8 inches 1117 PM 01/19 Trained Spotter 1 ENE Glen Cove 3.8 inches 0817 AM 01/20 Public  Sea Cliff 3.6 inches 1042 PM 01/19 Public Plainview 3.2 inches 081…
'Vibrant' Suffolk County Teen Mourned After Sudden Death At Ole Miss 'Vibrant' Suffolk County Teen Mourned After Sudden Death At Ole Miss
'Vibrant' Suffolk County Teen Mourned After Sudden Death At Ole Miss Gianna "Gigi" Marie Angelina Solimine, an 18-year-old freshman from Long Island, is being remembered for her vibrant personality, adventurous spirit, and the joy she brought to everyone who knew her. Gigi, originally from Commack, New York, had recently started her freshman year at the University of Mississippi, where she was studying political science and building new friendships as a member of the Alpha Chi Omega sorority. A graduate of Commack High School, she moved to Oxford, Mississippi, in August 2024 to pursue her dreams. It is with deep sorrow that we mourn the passing of our …
Grounded: FAA Temporarily Bans Drones Over Parts Of Long Island Amid Mystery Sightings Grounded: FAA Temporarily Bans Drones Over Parts Of Long Island Amid Mystery Sightings
Grounded: FAA Temporarily Bans Drones Over Parts Of Long Island Amid Mystery Sightings Think twice about launching that drone. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued temporary flight restrictions over parts of Long Island on Friday, Dec. 20, amid mysterious drone sightings in the region. Restrictions are in effect until Sunday, Jan. 19, over locations determined by the FAA to be critical infrastructure sites, according to Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office. Among the Long Island locales on the list are Oceanside, Roslyn Heights, Levittown, Melville, and Commack. "Since mid-November, New York has been carefully monitoring reports of drone activity and we have been communic…
Amazon Driver Flees After Hitting Customer's Commack House, Police Say Amazon Driver Flees After Hitting Customer's Commack House, Police Say
Amazon Driver Flees After Hitting Customer's Commack House, Police Say Prime delivery it was not.Authorities are asking for help in locating an Amazon delivery driver accused of hitting a customer’s house with their car and then fleeing. The incident happened in Commack, at a residence on Hayrick Lane, at around 8:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 16. Suffolk County Police said the delivery driver pulled their Chevrolet SUV into the customer’s driveway but forgot to set the parking brake.  While they were delivering the package, the SUV rolled forward and struck the customer’s garage door. The driver then fled the scene without reporting the incident, police said. …
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Totals From Suffolk County How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Totals From Suffolk County
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Totals From Suffolk County Here's a look at snowfall totals reported by the National Weathe Service from throughout the region from the storm system that swept through Thursday, Nov. 21 into Friday, Nov. 22. New York New York City Central Park 1.86 in 0940 AM 11/22 AWS Nassau County Oyster Bay 2.25 in 0930 AM 11/22 CWOP Locust Valley 0.3 E 2.21 in 0910 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Albertson 0.2 SSE 2.09 in 0730 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Syosset 2.08 in 0800 AM 11/22 COOP Herricks 1.92 in 0830 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Port Washington 0.8 N 1.84 in 0719 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Massapequa 1.1 SE 1.80 in 0700 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Malverne 0.5 SE…
Man Accused Of Lewd Act At Commack Walmart Man Accused Of Lewd Act At Commack Walmart
Man Accused Of Lewd Act At Commack Walmart A man is accused of committing a lewd act while following a woman inside a Long Island Walmart. Suffolk County Police said the incident happened around 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 19, at the Walmart on Crooked Hill Road in Commack. The man allegedly followed the woman through the store while engaging in inappropriate behavior. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Fourth Squad detectives are asking for the public’s help to identify and locate the suspect. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-220-TIPS. All calls will remain confidential. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers …
Deer Park 'Hero' Dies Saving Drowning Child: 'Was Life Of Every Party' Deer Park 'Hero' Dies Saving Drowning Child: 'Was Life Of Every Party'
Deer Park 'Hero' Dies Saving Drowning Child: 'Was Life Of Every Party' Jamie Lambros died a hero. The 48-year-old New York resident, from Long Island's Deer Park, died Monday, Oct. 7, while trying to save a young boy and his mother in the waters of Bermuda. Lambros was enjoying a family vacation at Horseshoe Bay Beach when he noticed the 10-year-old boy struggling and went in after him, his friend, Chris Pompeo, said on Facebook. The child and his mother survived, but Lambros drowned. “In his final moments, Jamie showed the courage and selflessness that those who knew him will always remember,” relatives said on a GoFundMe campaign to help with funeral expens…
Drunk Driver Steals Uber Driver’s Car, Crashes It In Commack: Police Drunk Driver Steals Uber Driver’s Car, Crashes It In Commack: Police
Drunk Driver Steals Uber Driver’s Car, Crashes It In Commack: Police A drunk driver was apprehended after he stole an Uber driver's car at a Long Island shopping center and then crashed it moments later, according to authorities. An Uber driver in Commack left the motor running in his 2012 Honda Accord in the parking lot of a shopping center at 88 Veterans Memorial Highway as he was picking up a food order to be delivered, Suffolk County Police said. A man got into the vehicle while it was unattended. and drove away. The vehicle crashed into a curb and a fire hydrant a short distance away.  The man exited the vehicle and fled on foot into a …
25-Year-Old From East Northport Seriously Injured In Crash Near Commack Intersection 25-Year-Old From East Northport Seriously Injured In Crash Near Commack Intersection
25-Year-Old From East Northport Seriously Injured In Crash Near Commack Intersection One person suffered severe injuries in a crash near a Long Island intersection. It happened around 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11, in Commack. According to Suffolk County Police, a 25-year-old man from East Northport was riding a 2006 Kawasaki motorcycle westbound on Jericho Turnpike when the motorcycle crashed into an eastbound 2019 Nissan Rogue making a left turn onto Morewood Drive. The operator of the motorcycle was transported to Stony Brook University Hospital for the treatment of serious injuries.  The driver of the Nissan, a 59-year-old Commack woman, was hospitalized with …
Gunman With Zip Ties Forces Way Into Commack Home, Assaults Resident Gunman With Zip Ties Forces Way Into Commack Home, Assaults Resident
Gunman With Zip Ties Forces Way Into Commack Home, Assaults Resident Police are asking for help in identifying a man who forced his way into a Long Island home and assaulted a resident. The incident happened in Commack, at a residence on Daisy Lane, at around 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13. Surveillance video shared by Suffolk County Police shows a man wearing a surgical mask carrying a postal envelope and zip ties approach the home and ring the doorbell. When a resident opened the door, the man pulled a gun and forced his way inside. At some point during the ordeal, a resident of the home was struck in the head. A short time later, the suspect fled the scene …
Best Breakfast Pizza On Long Island Found At These Suffolk County Restaurants, Foodies Say Best Breakfast Pizza On Long Island Found At These Suffolk County Restaurants, Foodies Say
Best Breakfast Pizza On Long Island Found At These Suffolk County Restaurants, Foodies Say Move over breakfast burritos, the rise of breakfast pizzas is upon us. Picture this: an everything-bagel crust topped with crispy bacon, crumbly sausage, scrambled egg, and melted cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack cheese. Throw in some green peppers and mushrooms for good measure and what’s not to love? While decidedly not as compact or travel-friendly as its burrito brethren, breakfast pies are a perfectly acceptable way to break one’s fast – just ask members of the “pizza” subreddit: “Love me some breakfast pizza. Some hash browns on it are a game changer!” one user wrote. …
Worker Accused Of Taking Pictures Of Child In Dressing Room Of Commack Store Worker Accused Of Taking Pictures Of Child In Dressing Room Of Commack Store
Worker Accused Of Taking Pictures Of Child In Dressing Room Of Commack Store An employee at a Long Island store has been accused of taking pictures of a young girl as she changed her clothes in a dressing room. The suspect was working as an employee at Burlington in Commack, located at 108 Veterans Memorial Highway, when he reached his cell phone under a changing room door and surveilled the girl at approximately 9:15 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 1, according to Suffolk County Police. The girl saw the cell phone and told her parents, who were also in the store.  The parents confronted the worker, William Veitch-Canete, age 27, of Commack, and then ca…
New Suffolk Co. Eatery Dubbed 'Best Italian Restaurant On Long Island' New Suffolk Co. Eatery Dubbed 'Best Italian Restaurant On Long Island'
New Suffolk Co. Eatery Dubbed 'Best Italian Restaurant On Long Island' It’s a bold claim, but this new eatery may just be the best Italian restaurant on Long Island, at least according to one foodie. Patrizia’s Marquee – located in Commack at 6300 Jericho Turnpike – held its grand opening in May 2024. Its menu boasts a number of enticing entrees from both land and sea, including raw oysters, chicken parmesan, veal marsala, and an array of pasta dishes. Diners can also choose from several soups and salads, as well as appetizers like fried calamari and crab cakes. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Patr…
'Way Too Young For Heaven:' Family Remembers Long Island Woman Killed In Florida Crash 'Way Too Young For Heaven:' Family Remembers Long Island Woman Killed In Florida Crash
'Way Too Young For Heaven:' Family Remembers Long Island Woman Killed In Florida Crash A 28-year-old woman who died in a Florida car crash is being remembered by friends and family as a kind, powerful force. Emily Koutsoliontos, from Commack, was killed in a car crash in the city of Tampa, Florida, on Saturday, June 22, according to family friends. She leaves behind her parents, Michele and Nick, her sister Grace, and her brother Kevin. “[They are] completely devastated and heartbroken, as are her friends and family…Emily was a powerful force of kindness, beauty, and strength,” wrote Linda Pollack, who organized a GoFundMe campaign for Emily’s family. “Her laughter was…
Update: Missing Long Island Man Found After Police Issue Silver Alert Update: Missing Long Island Man Found After Police Issue Silver Alert
Missing West Islip Man Found Safe Following Silver Alert New update: A Long Island man has been found one day after relatives reported him missing. Robert Lynch, age 94, of West Islip, had last been seen at around 1:10 p.m. Tuesday, June 4, in Bay Shore on Pine Aire Drive after leaving for a Costco outing.  In an update Wednesday, June 5, Suffolk County Police said Lynch was located and was unharmed. No other details were given.  Original story: Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a Long Island man who was reported missing. Robert Lynch, age 94, of West Islip, left his Edgewood Road at around 11:15 a.m…
NY 11-Year-Old Back On Dance Floor Thanks To Kidney Donation From Doctor Brother NY 11-Year-Old Back On Dance Floor Thanks To Kidney Donation From Doctor Brother
NY 11-Year-Old Back On Dance Floor Thanks To Kidney Donation From Doctor Brother Not everyone gets to meet their hero; For Emily Alanko, her hero happens to be her big brother. The Long Island 11-year-old from Commack, who loves dancing and all things Barbie, was born with a rare genetic disorder known as Branchio-OtoRenal (BOR) Syndrome, which causes malformations of the ears and kidneys. In Emily’s case, she was born with just one kidney, meaning a pair of doctors at Cohen Children’s Medical Center has had to monitor her condition since birth. Alarm bells began to ring earlier this year when her longtime care team, Cohen doctors Christine Sethna and Pamela Singer, we…
Long Island Panhandler Nabbed For Assaulting Older Man In Parking Lot, Police Say Long Island Panhandler Nabbed For Assaulting Older Man In Parking Lot, Police Say
Panhandler Nabbed For Assault Of Man In Commack, Cops Say Police on Long Island have captured a man for allegedly assaulting an older man in a parking lot. Robert Whittaker, age 56, of East Patchogue, was charged with felony assault for the Tuesday, May 7 attack in a Commack parking lot. According to Suffolk County Police, Whittaker was panhandling for money in a parking lot of 10 Garet Place when he pushed a 79-year-old man, causing minor injuries. Following an investigation by the Fourth Precinct Crime Section, they located Whittaker on East Main Street in Bay Shore and arrested him.  He was held overnight and is scheduled …
$3 Million Scheme: NY Financial Advisor Sentenced For Fraud $3 Million Scheme: NY Financial Advisor Sentenced For Fraud
$3M Scheme: East Northport Financial Advisor Sentenced A New York financial advisor will be spending time behind bars after he admitted to defrauding a local bank out of millions. Long Island resident Gary Confredo, a 61-year-old from East Northport, received his sentence of 42 months on Tuesday, May 14, the United States Attorney's Office Eastern District of New York announced. Confredo, also known as Gary Conte, is the former operator of Goldstar Financial Management Corporation, a financial services business based in Commack. Original Story: East Northport Financial Advisor Admits To $3M Bank Loan Scheme However, between November…
Fatal Crash: 22-Year-Old ID'd As Victim On Jericho Turnpike In Commack Fatal Crash: 22-Year-Old ID'd As Victim On Jericho Turnpike In Commack
22-Year-Old Killed In Jericho Turnpike Crash In Commack A 22-year-old was killed in a two-vehicle crash on a busy Long Island roadway. The incident happened around 4:15 p.m. Monday, May 13 in Commack. Suffolk County Police said a 51-year-old Hauppauge woman was driving a 2020 Volkswagen westbound on Jericho Turnpike when she attempted to make a left turn into a parking lot at 6070 Jericho Turnpike and collided with a 2017 Kawasaki motorcycle. The driver of the motorcycle, Jordan Aristondo, of Commack, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Volkswagen was not injured. Anyone with information about this crash is asked to conta…
Know Him? Man Wanted For Assault On Long Island Know Him? Man Wanted For Assault On Long Island
Know Him? Man Wanted For Commack Assault Police on Long Island are asking the public for help identifying a man who allegedly assaulted another man in a parking lot. The incident occurred in Commack around 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday, May 7, at 10 Garet Place. According to Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Fourth Precinct Crime Section, officers are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the man who pushed a 79-year-old man in a Commack parking lot. The victim suffered minor injuries. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. Anyone with inform…
Rosie O'Donnell Lists Manhattan Penthouse With Sauna, Private Rooftop For $7.5M Rosie O'Donnell Lists Manhattan Penthouse With Sauna, Private Rooftop For $7.5M
Rosie O'Donnell Lists Manhattan Penthouse For $7.5M This urban hideaway is in a league of its own. New York native Rosie O’Donnell has listed her Manhattan penthouse condo – located in Midtown East at 255 East 49th Street – for a cool $7.5 million. The 62-year-old “Sleepless in Seattle” and “Flintstones” star is again trying to unload the swanky four bedroom, three bathroom abode after originally listing it for $8.3 million in the spring of 2023, according to People. Inside, new buyers will enjoy 3,381-square-feet of “meticulously designed space” spread across three floors offering an “unparalleled living experience,” reads the listing from…
NY Man Known As 'Sal The Shoemaker' Admits Running Illegal Gambling Operation For Mafia NY Man Known As 'Sal The Shoemaker' Admits Running Illegal Gambling Operation For Mafia
NY Man Known As 'Sal The Shoemaker' Admits Running Illegal Gambling Operation For Mafia An associate of the Genovese organized crime family known as “Sal the Shoemaker” admitted to operating an illegal gambling business associated with La Cosa Nostra. Long Island resident Salvatore Rubino, age 60, of Bethpage, pleaded guilty on Tuesday, April 16, at federal court in Brooklyn to operating the business. Earlier this month, four co-defendant members and associates of the Genovese crime family admitted to various felony charges stemming from their long-running operation of several lucrative gambling operations in New York City. Of the five charged, four are from Long Isl…
Trio Repeatedly Punches Employee At Long Island Walmart, Police Say Trio Repeatedly Punches Employee At Long Island Walmart, Police Say
Trio Assaults Employee At Commack Walmart: Police Police are hoping that surveillance photos will help them track down three people accused of assaulting an employee at a Long Island Walmart. The incident happened at around 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, at the Commack Walmart store on Crooked Hill Road. Suffolk County Police said the employee confronted two men and a woman about their handling of merchandise. During the encounter, the trio attacked the worker, punching him multiple times. The employee was taken to South Shore University Hospital in Bay Shore and treated for minor injuries. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a cas…
Hair Don't: Customer Skips Out On $168 Bill At Long Island Salon, Police Say Hair Don't: Customer Skips Out On $168 Bill At Long Island Salon, Police Say
Hair Don't: Customer Skips Out On $168 Bill At Long Island Salon, Police Say Police on Long Island are asking for help in identifying a woman accused of skipping out on her salon bill. The alleged incident happened Friday, Feb. 9 in Commack, at the Bocu Salon on Jericho Turnpike. Suffolk County Police said the woman received hair and nail services from the business valued at $168 and left without paying. The agency released several photos showing the alleged culprit.  Anyone with information leading to a conviction may be eligible for a cash reward being offered by Suffolk County Crime Stoppers. Tips can be submitted on the organization’s website or by call…
'Hometown Hero' Staffer Saves Choking Second Grader At Long Island School 'Hometown Hero' Staffer Saves Choking Second Grader At Long Island School
'Hometown Hero' Staffer Saves Choking Second Grader At Long Island School She was in the right place at the right time. An employee at a Long Island elementary school is being hailed a hero after saving a student from choking. The frightening incident happened Friday, March 8, in Commack, at Wood Park Primary School on New Highway. Commack School District officials said school monitor Francesca Augello was making her usual rounds in the cafeteria when she spotted a second-grade boy choking on a piece of pizza. Without missing a beat, Augello performed the Heimlich maneuver on the 8-year-old and was able to clear his airway. The six-year employee credited her …
Woman Faces Sexual Abuse Charge After Commack Massage Parlor Raid Woman Faces Sexual Abuse Charge After Commack Massage Parlor Raid
Woman Faces Sexual Abuse Charge After Commack Massage Parlor Raid A woman is facing multiple charges, including sexual abuse, after a police raid at a Long Island massage parlor. In response to numerous community complaints, Suffolk County Police Fourth Precinct Crime Section officers led an investigation into Nature Therapy in Commack, located at 160 Commack Road, starting at around 3:15 p.m. Thursday, March 7. During the detail, Zhuo Wang, age 55, of Flushing, Queens, was charged with uunauthorized practice of a profession and third-degree sexual abuse. The Town of Huntington issued multiple violations to the business. Wang was issued a Desk …
New Update: How Much Snow Did You Get? Reports From Westchester, Region For Winter Storm New Update: How Much Snow Did You Get? Reports From Westchester, Region For Winter Storm
New Update: How Much Snow Did You Get? Reports From Westchester, Region For Winter Storm Here are snowfall reports from the region for the winter storm that is sweeping through the Northeast on Tuesday, Feb. 13. Totals are from the National Weather Service and submissions from Daily Voice readers: Location        Amount        Time/Date      Provider New York Westchester County Peekskill 10.3 inches 1000 AM 02/13 Public Croton-on-Hudso 10.5 inches 12:45 PM 02/13 Daily Voice reader submission North Salem/Peach Lake 10.0 inches 0430 PM 02/13 Daily Voice reader submission Croton-on-Hudson …
21-Year-Old Street Racer Admits Causing Long Island Crash That Killed Husband, Father 21-Year-Old Street Racer Admits Causing Long Island Crash That Killed Husband, Father
21-Year-Old Street Racer Admits Causing Long Island Crash That Killed Husband, Father A 21-year-old man formally admitted causing a street racing crash on Long Island that killed a husband and father. Jesus Bonilla, of Commack, pleaded guilty to manslaughter and related charges in Suffolk County Court on Thursday, Feb. 8, in the death of James Beck. According to prosecutors, Bonilla was racing another car on Jericho Turnpike when he struck Beck in Huntington Station on the night of Nov. 19, 2022. Moments before the crash, witnesses saw Bonilla speeding westbound on Jericho Turnpike in a Honda sedan while racing an SUV. Both vehicles were seen driving side by side, running r…
19-Year-Old Sexually Assaults Shopper At Long Island Target, Police Say 19-Year-Old Sexually Assaults Shopper At Long Island Target, Police Say
19-Year-Old Sexually Assaults Shopper At Long Island Target, Police Say A 19-year-old man is accused of sexually assaulting a woman at a Long Island Target. Suffolk County Police said a 72-year-old woman contacted the agency saying a man had forcibly touched her in a sexual manner while she was shopping at the Commack Target on Nov. 18, 2023. On Saturday, Feb. 3, police arrested Michael Harrison, of Huntington Station, in connection with the case. He was charged with one count of forcible touching, a misdemeanor, and was released with an appearance ticket to First District Court in Central Islip. Detectives are asking anyone who may be a victim of Harrison to…