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Break-In Reported At Billy Joel's Sprawling Oyster Bay Estate, With 12 Motorcycles Vandalized Break-In Reported At Billy Joel's Sprawling Oyster Bay Estate, With 12 Motorcycles Vandalized
Break-In Reported At Billy Joel's Sprawling Oyster Bay Estate, With 12 Motorcycles Vandalized A suspect broke into Billy Joel’s Long Island home this week, vandalizing a dozen motorcycles in the process, police said. The “Piano Man” singer’s Oyster Bay mansion located in Centre Island was broken into sometime between 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 25, and 8:15 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 27 when a burglar busted through his garage door, police said.  At the time of the break-in, Joel was not at the residence, which was empty. A home office was also damaged during the break-in. No arrests have been made, and no description of a suspect has been released by investigators. Joel …

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by Zak Failla
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Prominent Long Island Paving Company Owner Admits To Bribing Official Prominent Long Island Paving Company Owner Admits To Bribing Official
Prominent Long Island Paving Company Owner Admits To Bribing Official The former owner of a prominent Long Island paving company has admitted to bribing an elected official to ascertain a contract, the District Attorney announced. Oyster Bay Cove resident Elia “Aly” Lizza, 72, pleaded guilty to bribing an Oyster Bay commissioner to help facilitate the construction of the Cantiague Commons senior housing development. In Nassau County Court, Lizza pleaded guilty to one count of second-degree bribery, a felony. When he is sentenced on Thursday, April 16, District Attorney Madeline Singas said that Lizza is expected to receive a term of between one and three year…

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by Zak Failla
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Tradition-Rich Oyster Bay Eatery Opens Second Long Island Location Tradition-Rich Oyster Bay Eatery Opens Second Long Island Location
Tradition-Rich Oyster Bay Eatery Opens Second Long Island Location After opening the doors of its second Long Island location in late September, The Homestead restaurant continues to receive rave reviews for its rich traditions and New American style cuisine. Located at 2120 Broadhollow Road in Farmingdale, The Homestead, originally opened in Oyster Bay in 1896, serves a generous variety of classic appetizers, hearty entrees, fresh burgers, pasta and more. On the menu, you’ll find all of your favorites when it comes to bar fare, including nachos, potato skins and quesadillas, to name a few. The Homestead is particularly known for its never-frozen and nev…

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by Valerie Musson
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Oyster Bay's 2 Spring Unveils Fall Menu Options Oyster Bay's 2 Spring Unveils Fall Menu Options
Oyster Bay's 2 Spring Unveils Fall Menu Options Oyster Bay’s 2 Spring is known for pushing the envelope when it comes to putting out seasonal and sophisticated meals. In fact, the high-end eatery recently rolled out its wide variety of fall menu options. Described as an American Brasserie, 2 Spring was opened in 2017 by Claudia and Michael Taglich and Chef Jesse Schenker. 2 Spring is known for bringing the essence of downtown Manhattan to the heart of Oyster Bay in terms of cuisine and overall atmosphere: “2 Spring brings the quality and hospitality of Manhattan's finest downtown eateries to Oyster Bay,” reads the restaurant’s Facebook p…

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by Valerie Musson
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LI Ponzi Scheme Victims Getting $5 Million Back LI Ponzi Scheme Victims Getting $5 Million Back
LI Ponzi Scheme Victims Getting $5 Million Back The investors in a multi-million dollar Ponzi scheme run in part by a Long Island scammer have received millions in restitution. Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas announced that 48 victims of Pennsylvania’s Kevin Brody and Syosset resident Matthew Eckstein - who were arrested last year for their role in the scheme - received restitution checks that totaled approximately $4.6 million. Last year, it was determined that Eckstein and Brody scammed a total of $12 million from 50 people - many of whom were senior citizens - while acting as financial advisers. In reality, the money t…

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by Zak Failla
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Popular News 12 Anchor Carol Silva Announces She Has Stage 4 Cancer Popular News 12 Anchor Carol Silva Announces She Has Stage 4 Cancer
Popular News 12 Anchor Carol Silva Announces She Has Stage 4 Cancer A longtime News 12 Long Island anchor who announced four months ago that she was planning to retire at the end of the year says has been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer. Carol Silva, one of News 12’s most prominent and popular newscasters, made the announcement in a video posted on Facebook and Instagram. "Right in the middle of a perfectly good September, I finally saw my doctor about my persistent cough," the 65-year-old Silva wrote. "And then this happened. Stage 4 Cancer." Watch the video here. Silva said the diagnosis came two weeks ago. She has since had surgery and started medic…

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by Joe Lombardi
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These Are Most Financially Stressed Municipalities On Long Island These Are Most Financially Stressed Municipalities On Long Island
These Are Most Financially Stressed Municipalities On Long Island Some Long Island municipalities are among the most financially stressed in the state, according to a new report. New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli released a report highlighting the communities and school districts that are financially stressed, including several on Long Island. DiNapoli said that he “created an early warning system for communities and school districts with fiscal problems. Alerting everyone to potential problems gives local officials and taxpayers the opportunity to be more proactive.” The system analyzed financial indicators, which “measure key drivers of fiscal…

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by Zak Failla
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Taco Bay Coming To Oyster Bay Taco Bay Coming To Oyster Bay
Taco Bay Coming To Oyster Bay A new taqueria is coming to Oyster Bay with the family owned Taco Bay opening up shop. The new restaurant will serve fresh, locally sourced seasonal tacos. Patrons will be able to build their own taco, according to the eatery's menu. Selections for "burrito" or "bowl" include flour tortilla, soft taco, and crunchy shell, while protein picks are chicken, beef, pork, fish and vegetables. Many sides include traditional favorites like guacamole and chips to roasted pineapple. Taco Bay is scheduled to open on National Taco Day which is Friday, Oct. 4 at 80 South St.

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by Donna Christopher
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Long Island Man Swings Knife At Worker After Being Told 7-Eleven Had No Pizza, Police Say Long Island Man Swings Knife At Worker After Being Told 7-Eleven Had No Pizza, Police Say
Long Island Man Swings Knife At Worker After Being Told 7-Eleven Had No Pizza, Police Say A man who really wanted pizza is facing a host of charges after pulling a knife on an employee at a Long Island 7-Eleven when he was told they weren’t serving food, police said. Oyster Bay resident Frank Mejia, 30, entered the 7-Eleven store in Oyster Bay on Pine Hollow Road at approximately 3:15 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 26, police said. Once inside, Mejia requested a pizza from an employee, when he was advised that the location wasn’t currently serving any food. According to Nassau County Police Department investigators, Mejia “became irate and followed the employee behind a counter and int…

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by Zak Failla
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Long Island Brewery Will Sponsor Oyster Festival Expected To Draw Thousands Long Island Brewery Will Sponsor Oyster Festival Expected To Draw Thousands
Long Island Brewery Will Sponsor Oyster Festival Expected To Draw Thousands A Long Island craft brewery will sponsor next month's Oyster Festival which draws hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. The waterfront festival is set for Saturday, Oct. 19 and Sunday, Oct. 20 at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park. Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and organizers of the Oyster Festival announced on Tuesday, Sept. 24 that the iconic seaside festival has secured a new title sponsor in Blue Point Brewing Company in Patchogue.  "The Oyster Fest Committee estimates that between 150,000 to 200,000 people attend each year," said Marta Kane, Town of Oyster Bay spokesperson…

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by Donna Christopher
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New Long Island Memorial Honors Victims Of 9/11 Illness New Long Island Memorial Honors Victims Of 9/11 Illness
New Long Island Memorial Honors Victims Of 9/11 Illness A memorial to honor the victims of 9/11-related illness is now open to the public at a popular beach on Long Island.  The town of Oyster Bay unveiled the new 9/11 Walls of Honor in memory of residents tho died from 9/11-related cancer and illnesses to its Sept. 11 memorial at Tobay Beach in Massapequa. The town held an unveiling ceremony Thursday, Sept. 5 which was attended by 600 people, including family and friends of victims whose names inscribed on the Walls of Honor were read aloud. The Town’s 9/11 Memorial at the site is inscribed with the names of residents lost on Septemb…

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by Donna Christopher
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Coin Dealer From Long Island Charged In $330K Sales Scheme Coin Dealer From Long Island Charged In $330K Sales Scheme
Coin Dealer From Long Island Charged In $330K Sales Scheme A coin dealer from Long Island has been charged in connection with a $330,000 cross-country coin consignment and sales scheme that targeted coin dealers and private collectors from California to  Long Island. Harold Adamo, 53, of Fort Salonga, was charged on Wednesday, Sept. 11, on four counts of grand larceny, scheme to defraud, and four counts of issuing a bad check, said the Nassau County District Attorney's Office. According to the indictment, from April 2017 through March 2019, Adamo was allegedly engaged in a scheme to defraud money, gold and collectible coins from individuals an…

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by Kathy Reakes