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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…

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by Michael Mashburn
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'Dangerous' Social Media: NY State Senator Seeks To Require Parents' Permission For Minors 'Dangerous' Social Media: NY State Senator Seeks To Require Parents' Permission For Minors
'Dangerous' Social Media: NY 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.…

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by Ben Crnic
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New Update - Starbucks Robbery: Suspect Nabbed After Victim Thrown Off Mercedes In Seaford New Update - Starbucks Robbery: Suspect Nabbed After Victim Thrown Off Mercedes In Seaford
New Update - Starbucks Robbery: Suspect Nabbed After Victim Thrown Off Mercedes In Seaford 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…

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by Joe Lombardi
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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…

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by Sophie Grieser
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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…

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by Sophie Grieser
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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…

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by Michael Mashburn
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String Of Scams Steals Over $500,000 From Long Island Residents String Of Scams Steals Over $500,000 From Long Island Residents
String Of Scams Steals Over $500,000 From Long Island Residents Three separate scams, all happening in the span of a week, have targeted older Nassau residents and cost them thousands of dollars each. On Monday, April 24, the Nassau County Police Department reported a string of cons that targeted the citizens, all of whom were over the age of 65. The first reported incident happened in Farmingdale on Thursday, April 6, when detectives reported that a 69-year-old woman received a call from someone claiming to be an Apple employee. The scammer convinced the victim that her computer and all accounts had been compromised. In order to keep her money s…

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by Sophie Grieser
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Cross Country For A Cause: Skateboarder From NY Riding 3,000 Miles For Charity Cross Country For A Cause: Skateboarder From NY Riding 3,000 Miles For Charity
Cross Country For A Cause: Skateboarder From NY Riding 3,000 Miles For Charity Chad Caruso isn’t in the habit of listening to naysayers. The 36-year-old Long Island resident, who grew up in Lindenhurst, didn’t listen when they told him not to drop out of high school as a teenager. Nor did he listen when friends, including a few girlfriends, told him that adults can’t skateboard. So it came as no surprise to those around Caruso when he decided to press on with his plan to take his one true passion in life - skateboarding - and do the unthinkable: ride his board across the United States from coast to coast. Skate across America 🇺🇸 Day 1 Solid day. Really happy wi…

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by Michael Mashburn
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How To Get Your Share: Facebook Users Can Now Apply For Part Of $725M Settlement How To Get Your Share: Facebook Users Can Now Apply For Part Of $725M Settlement
How To Get Your Share: Facebook Users Can Now Apply For Part Of $725M Settlement Many Facebook users may soon have some money headed their way. Those who had an active account on Facebook anytime between May 2007 and December 2022 can now apply to receive a share of parent company Meta's $725 million settlement. The lawsuit alleged that Facebook permitted the former United Kingdom-based political consulting firm Cambridge Analytica to access about 87 million users' personal information during the 2016 presidential campaign. Facebook users during that time frame can apply for the funds online now or by mailing their forms by Friday, Aug. 25. The claim form and general …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Do You Know Him? Long Island Hospital Searches For Clues To Identify “Unknown Male” Do You Know Him? Long Island Hospital Searches For Clues To Identify “Unknown Male”
Do You Know Him? Long Island Hospital Searches For Clues To Identify “Unknown Male” Staff members of a Long Island hospital have taken to social media to identify a patient who cannot do so himself. The man has been at the Long Island Community Hospital in Patchogue since Wednesday, April 12, according to a Facebook post shared by the page IAC NY. According to the post, which was written by hospital Vice President Ellen Mullally, the man had no identification on him when he was brought to the hospital and could not tell staff who he was. “He is a docile patient who exhibits some OCD traits and behaviors,” wrote Mullally. It is unclear whether the man does not remember h…

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by Sophie Grieser
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New Update - ‘Help Us Find Him’: Long Island Family Pleads For Help Locating Missing Nephew New Update - ‘Help Us Find Him’: Long Island Family Pleads For Help Locating Missing Nephew
New Update - ‘Help Us Find Him’: Long Island Family Pleads For Help Locating Missing Nephew New Update: 20-Year-Old Missing Since April ID'd After Remains Found Off Southern State In Islip This story has been updated to include more information about the missing person case: Suffolk County Police have released more information about a missing 20-year-old last seen in Brentwood.  Isaiah Henriquez, of West Babylon, was last seen leaving a party on Brentwood Road at approximately 7:30 p.m. He is a Hispanic male, standing approximately six feet tall and weighing 140 pounds.  Police have added that Henriquez has a red tattoo with Arabic writing on the right side of his face. He also…

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by Sophie Grieser
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Best French Dip Found At This Long Island Restaurant, Foodies Say Best French Dip Found At This Long Island Restaurant, Foodies Say
Best French Dip Found At This Long Island Restaurant, Foodies Say When it comes to the best French dip around, hungry diners need look no further than this Long Island restaurant, according to online foodies. Bar Frites, located in Greenvale at 400 Wheatley Plaza, received the most mentions on a recent post asking where to find the best French dip sandwich on the Facebook group "Long Island Restaurant Group."  Opened in 2010, Bar Frites serves up a wide selection of “bistro fare,” including burgers, steaks, croque monsieur, and steamed mussels in a hip, urban setting, according to its website. Its menu also features a variety of salads, pastas, and piz…

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by Michael Mashburn