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Old Country Road, Mineola, NY

Failed Restaurateur Who Murdered GF At Long Island Penthouse, Stole Her Dog Gets Prison Failed Restaurateur Who Murdered GF At Long Island Penthouse, Stole Her Dog Gets Prison
Failed Restaurateur Who Murdered GF At Long Island Penthouse, Stole Her Dog Gets Prison A Long Island restaurateur who shot and killed his girlfriend inside her penthouse apartment over an impending breakup is facing decades behind bars. Mark Small, 57, of Elmont, was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison in Nassau County Court on Thursday, Dec. 12, after being convicted of murdering 39-year-old Marivel Estevez. Prosecutors said Small entered Estevez’s penthouse apartment at the Allure Mineola apartment complex on Old Country Road sometime overnight on July 28, 2022. He went to her bedroom, where he shot her with a handgun once in the arm and once in the head. He then fled …
Failed Restaurateur Murdered GF At Long Island Penthouse Before Stealing Her Dog, Jury Finds Failed Restaurateur Murdered GF At Long Island Penthouse Before Stealing Her Dog, Jury Finds
Failed Restaurateur Murdered GF At Long Island Penthouse Before Stealing Her Dog, Jury Finds A Long Island man angered over an impending breakup shot his girlfriend to death inside her penthouse apartment, a jury found. Mark Small, age 57, of Elmont, was found guilty of murder and related charges in Nassau County Court on Thursday, Sept. 26, in the death of 39-year-old Marivel Estevez. Prosecutors said Small entered Estevez’s penthouse apartment at the Allure Mineola apartment complex on Old Country Road sometime overnight on July 28, 2022. He then went to her bedroom, where he shot her with a handgun once in the arm and once in the head. He fled in Estevez’ car with her dog, Tuf…
Long Island Eatery Tops List As Nation's Best New Ramen Restaurant Long Island Eatery Tops List As Nation's Best New Ramen Restaurant
Long Island Eatery Tops List As Nation's Best New Ramen Restaurant A Long Island restaurant that opened last year to rave reviews was named the best new ramen spot in the country.  Youta Ramen, located at 58 Old Country Road in Mineola, claimed the top spot on Yelp's best new ramen restaurants for 2024 thanks in part to the chef's dedication and patience in creating authentic Japanese fare.  Rich, 16-hour tonkotsu broth and authentic homemade dishes earned this Long Island ramen hotspot the #1 slot on our 2024 list. Yelp users rave about their standout offerings, including the “rich and savory” black garlic tonkotsu ramen, shoyu truffle rame…
Wood, Knife-Wielding Suspected Robbers Nabbed On Long Island Wood, Knife-Wielding Suspected Robbers Nabbed On Long Island
Wood, Knife-Wielding Suspected Robbers Nabbed On Long Island A duo was arrested after one pulled wood off a telephone pole, chasing the other – leading police to discover that they matched the description of a recent robbery. The incident occurred on Thursday, Aug. 10 at 6:30 p.m. in Mineola, according to Nassau County Police. According to the investigation by detectives, 34-year-old Dwayne Smith of Massapequa and 44-year-old Palo Howe of Hempstead were on a NICE bus when Smith pulled out a knife as part of a robbery. After exiting the bus, near the intersection of Mineola Boulevard and Old Country Road, police saw the two walking. That is when…
After Probation Meeting, Man Steals Delivery Driver's Car Outside LI Restaurant, Police Say After Probation Meeting, Man Steals Delivery Driver's Car Outside LI Restaurant, Police Say
After Probation Meeting, Man Steals Delivery Driver's Car Outside LI Restaurant, Police Say A man on probation and three juveniles are facing charges after allegedly stealing a delivery driver’s car outside a Long Island restaurant. The theft occurred at around 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 27, in Mineola, outside of Riko’s Pizza on Old Country Road, according to Nassau County Police. Investigators said the delivery driver left his 2019 Toyota Camry unlocked with the keys inside. At around the same time, 19-year-old Alix Dupre, of Elmont, was leaving a scheduled probation appointment near the Nassau County Supreme Court building, roughly a block away. Police said after spotting the ve…
Alleged Serial Bank Robber Busted After Targeting Branches In Nassau County Alleged Serial Bank Robber Busted After Targeting Branches In Nassau County
Alleged Serial Bank Robber Busted After Targeting Branches In Nassau County An alleged serial bank robber on Long Island is in police custody after targeting three separate branches in less than a week, law enforcement authorities announced. Hempstead resident Loreto Ferri, age 49, was arrested and charged with multiple counts of robbery on Tuesday, Feb. 15 in West Hempstead, Nassau County police officials said. According to police, on Wednesday, Feb. 9, Ferri allegedly entered the Roslyn Savings Bank on Merrick Avenue in Merrick at approximately 1:15 p.m., when he approached a teller and slipped her a note demanding money. The teller complied and Ferri allegedly …
Long Island Man Charged With Vehicular Homicide Following Fatal Crash Long Island Man Charged With Vehicular Homicide Following Fatal Crash
Long Island Man Charged With Vehicular Homicide Following Fatal Crash A Long Island man has been charged with vehicular homicide following the death of motorcyclist authorities say he hit while allegedly driving under the influence. The crash that killed a 35-year-old man took place at around 9:30 p.m., Monday, July 19, in Mineola, said the Nassau County Police. According to detectives, while making a left-hand “U” turn near the intersection of Old Country Road and Willis Avenue, John Marron, age 35, hit a westbound 2003 Kawasaki motorcycle driven by the victim. As a result of the collision, the motorcyclist was transported to an area hospital…
Police Asking For Help Identifying Man Associated With Package Theft At Long Island Apartment Police Asking For Help Identifying Man Associated With Package Theft At Long Island Apartment
Police Asking For Help Identifying Man Associated With Package Theft At Long Island Apartment Police are asking the public for help identifying a man wanted in connection with larceny at a Long Island apartment house. Nassau County Police said the incident took place on Wednesday, Dec. 30, in Mineola. According to detectives, a resident, who rents an apartment above an Old Country Road storefront, between Geranium Avenue and Juniper Avenue, received an email regarding a package that was delivered to his address.  The resident, who never received the package, reviewed the building video that showed an unknown man wearing a dark-colored jacket, hooded sweatshirt, red pants, blac…
Man Wanted For Long Island Carjacking Nabbed After Crashing Vehicle Man Wanted For Long Island Carjacking Nabbed After Crashing Vehicle
Man Wanted For Long Island Carjacking Nabbed After Crashing Vehicle A Long Island man wanted for carjacking a woman while she was sitting in her vehicle has been captured by police. Patrick Blaszkiewicz, 33, address unknown, who was wanted for the Wednesday, Dec. 9 incident in Mineola, was arrested on Thursday, Dec. 17, after being spotted by  Garden City Police Department driving the stolen vehicle, said the Nassau County Police. When Garden City officers attempted to conduct a car stop Blaszkiewicz refused to comply. Blaszkiewicz was involved in a minor auto accident while fleeing the police. During the Mineola event, the victim, 62, was sitting in…
Man Just Released From Long Island Detention Center Steals Woman's Vehicle, Police Say Man Just Released From Long Island Detention Center Steals Woman's Vehicle, Police Say
Man Just Released From Long Island Detention Center Steals Woman's Vehicle, Police Say Police are asking the public for help locating a man who allegedly stole a vehicle from a woman on Long Island. The incident took place around 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 9, in Mineola, when according to detectives, the 62-year-old woman was sitting in her blue 2019 Cadillac SUV in front of 250 Old Country Road when she was approached by a male demanding she exit the vehicle, Nassau County Police said. As the victim exited her vehicle the man, identified as Patrick Blaszkiewicz, 33, no known address, entered her vehicle and fled westbound on Old Country Road.  Blaszkiewicz was la…
Woman, 2-Year-Old Son Critically Injured In Three-Vehicle Long Island Crash Woman, 2-Year-Old Son Critically Injured In Three-Vehicle Long Island Crash
Woman, 2-Year-Old Son Critically Injured In Three-Vehicle Long Island Crash A woman and her 2-year-old son were critically injured in a three-vehicle Long Island crash. It happened just after 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5 in Mineola. While traveling east on Old Country Road near Wisteria Avenue, a 29-year-old female operator, driving a 2019 Nissan Sentra, was involved in the collision with a 2019 Jeep Cherokee Latitude traveling west, operated by a 28-year-old woman, Nassau County Police said.  A Chevrolet Equinox, operated by a 41-year-old male, also traveling west with three female occupants, ages, 35, 6 and 3, was then struck as a result of this collision, acco…