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West Nile Virus Found In Mosquitoes On Long Island; Here's How To Protect Yourself
Health officials on Long Island are urging people to take precautions after testing of mosquitoes confirmed the presence of West Nile Virus.
Twelve mosquito samples were positive for the virus following testing done at locations around Suffolk County, according to county Health Commissioner Dr. Gregson Pigott.
The samples were collected on Sunday, July 2, and Monday, July 3, in Northport, Melville, West Babylon, Lindenhurst, Holbrook, Holtsville, North Patchogue, Farmingville, and Manorville.
It brings the total number of positive mosquito samples this year to 16.
“The confirmation of Wes…
'Best Rendition' Of Breakfast Burrito Found At These Long Island Eateries, Foodies Say
Often packed with eggs, potatoes, meat, and cheese, nothing screams meal-on-the-go quite like a hearty breakfast burrito.
But where can one find the best wrapped-up-tight breakfast on Long Island? Some Redditors think they know.
“Looking for Long Island’s best rendition of a breakfast burrito,” one user posted on the LongIslandEats subReddit on Monday, April 1. Their recent selections have proven “average but forgettable," they added.
Their fellow foodies heeded the call.
Of the dozens of suggestions in the comments, two eateries garnered the most upvotes: Roast Sandwich House, with locat…
'Best Foodie Spot' Found At This Long Island 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…
'Beautiful, Joyful Soul': New Mom, Dance Teacher From Long Island Dies At Age 35
Tributes are pouring in following the unexpected death of a beloved dance instructor, wife, and new mother from Long Island.
Andrea Kolbe, of Huntington, died Monday, Dec. 11, one day after her 35th birthday, according to her obituary.
Her death followed a battle with postpartum depression, leaving her husband Chazz and their 3-month-old son to grapple with her immense loss, said a GoFundMe by Heather Umhafer.
Kolbe was known in the community as a co-owner and dance instructor at Art In Motion Dance Center of Melville and Commack, where she spent 14 years.
“Our hearts are broken as we sad…
'Excellent Food, Drinks': New Restaurant Deemed 'Welcome Addition' To Long Island
A new restaurant and cocktail bar on Long Island is making a splash weeks after opening.
Birdie Bar, located in Northport at 688 Fort Salonga Road, held its grand opening on Monday, April 24, in the space formerly occupied by Seven Quarts Tavern.
Under the direction of Chef Antonio Guillen, the eatery serves up an array of tantalizing entrees and cocktails “crafted with purpose,” according to its Facebook page.
Among the menu options is the French dip sandwich, made with prime rib, caramelized onion, gruyere, pickled jalapeno, au jus, and fries.
Diners can also opt for the 28-ounce bone…
Suspected Long Island Bank Robber Sought By Police
A man who attempted to rob a bank, and later that day successfully robbed another, is being searched for by police, according to authorities.
Both incidents occurred on Friday, May 12.
Suffolk County police reported that at 9:42 a.m., a man between the ages of 25 and 30 attempted to rob the East Farmingdale Bethpage Federal Credit Union, located at 1033 Route 109.
The would-be robber allegedly passed a note to a bank teller demanding money, but the teller did not comply and the man fled on foot.
However, about 20 minutes later, the man entered a Melville Bethpage Federal Credit Union, …
Melville Man Sentenced After Months-Long Investigation Into Child Pornography, Coercion Crimes
A Long Island man was sentenced after a months-long investigation into child pornography and coercion crimes.
Bradley Garyn, age 29, of Melville, was sentenced on Monday, Nov. 21, to an indeterminate prison term of five to 15 years, Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond Tierney announced.
“This defendant exploited numerous young and impressionable teenagers in order to satisfy his own prurient and repugnant desires,” Tierney said. “The actions by this defendant will not be tolerated in Suffolk County, and the term of imprisonment he will serve for these crimes, as well as the o…