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'Callous Predator' Who Sextorted 13-Year-Old Girl Sentenced To Life In Prison 'Callous Predator' Who Sextorted 13-Year-Old Girl Sentenced To Life In Prison
'Callous Predator' Who Sextorted 13-Year-Old Girl Sentenced To Life In Prison A convicted child predator from New York was sentenced to life in prison for posing as a teenager in order to sexually extort a 13-year-old New Jersey girl. Zachary Williams, 37, of New York City, learned his fate in Camden federal court on Tuesday, March 18, following convictions for interstate travel to engage in illicit sexual conduct with a minor and related charges. After a nearly two-week trial, jurors concluded that Williams met the 13-year-old victim on Snapchat and pretended to be 17 years old. In reality, he was 33 at the time. Williams asked the girl to send him nude photos of …
Monopoly Ditches Cash With New App-Based Board Game: See The Huge Changes Monopoly Ditches Cash With New App-Based Board Game: See The Huge Changes
Monopoly Ditches Cash With New App-Based Board Game: See The Huge Changes Forget about picking a banker or flipping deeds to mortgage properties, Monopoly is going digital. Hasbro unveiled Monopoly App Banking at the North American International Toy Fair in New York City. The newest version is a major change as the classic board game celebrates its 90th anniversary. The digital-based game replaces paper money and the banker role with a mobile app handling all transactions, The Verge reported. Players will scan their bank and property cards into a smartphone or tablet, which will track money and automate transactions. The update…
US Sports Gambling Revenue Hits Record $13.7B, NY Remains Nation's Top Market US Sports Gambling Revenue Hits Record $13.7B, NY Remains Nation's Top Market
US Sports Gambling Revenue Hits Record $13.7B, NY Remains Nation's Top Market The US sports betting industry shattered records in 2024, pulling in nearly $14 billion in revenue as more states embraced legal gambling. Sportsbooks brought home $13.71 billion in revenue in 2024, the American Gaming Association (AGA) said in a news release on Wednesday, Feb. 19. That was up 25.4 percent from 2023. Americans legally bet $147.91 billion on sports, a 23.6 percent jump from 2023. More than 95 percent of those wagers were placed online, continuing a trend that has made mobile betting the dominant force in the industry. New York remained the top sports-betting marke…
Lives Stolen: These Are 7 Names Behind Gilgo Beach Murder Indictment Lives Stolen: These Are 7 Names Behind Gilgo Beach Murder Indictment
Lives Stolen: These Are 7 Names Behind Gilgo Beach Murder Indictment As accused serial killer Rex Heuermann faces his seventh murder charge, the stories of his alleged victims – young women whose lives were tragically and violently cut short – offer a haunting reminder of the human toll behind the Gilgo Beach case. Here’s a closer look at the seven victims named in the indictment: Melissa Barthelemy, 24 Melissa Barthelemy Suffolk County Police Described by family as a talented hair stylist from the Bronx, she dreamed of opening her own salon. She was last seen alive on July 10, 2009, in her basement apartment on Underhill Avenue.  Barthelemy’s…
$2M Fraud Scheme: Long Island Trio Steals Millions From Financial Services Company, Feds Say $2M Fraud Scheme: Long Island Trio Steals Millions From Financial Services Company, Feds Say
$2M Fraud Scheme: Long Island Trio Steals Millions From Financial Services Company, Feds Say Three Long Island men are among several people accused in an elaborate scheme to defraud a financial services company out of millions. An indictment unsealed in Central Islip federal court on Tuesday, Oct. 31, charges four men with conspiring to commit securities fraud and money laundering. The following Suffolk County residents are named in the indictment: Christopher Flagg (aka “Venus”), age 28, of Copiague Daquan Lloyd (aka “Payday”), age 29, of Copiague Eduardo Hernandez (aka “Ghost”), age 33, of Lindenhurst According to prosecutors, the group created hundreds of sham brokerage accoun…
Alleged Serial Killer's Family Returns To Long Island Home After Police Search Alleged Serial Killer's Family Returns To Long Island Home After Police Search
Alleged Serial Killer's Family Returns To Long Island Home After Police Search Nearly two weeks after being forced out of their Long Island home while police searched for evidence in the Gilgo Beach serial murders case, the family of suspect Rex Heuermann has been allowed back inside. Heuermann’s 59-year-old wife, Asa Ellerup, and their two adult children were seen returning to their Massapequa Park home in Nassau County on Thursday, July 27, where investigators spent 12 days looking for additional evidence in the case. The extensive search of the property included digging up the backyard with a backhoe and using ground-penetrating radar. Earlier Report: Gilgo Beac…
Gilgo Beach Case: Suspected Killer Now Believed To Have Lured, Killed Victims Inside His Home Gilgo Beach Case: Suspected Killer Now Believed To Have Lured, Killed Victims Inside His Home
Gilgo Beach Case: Suspected Killer Now Believed To Have Lured, Killed Victims Inside His Home Click here for a new, updated story - Gilgo Four: A Look At Women At Heart Of Serial Murder Case Investigators on the Gilgo Beach serial killer case have been working to prove the suspect, Rex Heuermann, committed the murders at his Long Island home while his family was away, according to news reports. Sources told CNN that investigators are operating on the theory that the Nassau County resident killed the three sex workers in his Massapequa Park home where he had access to tape and burlap bags in which the victims were found, The source pointed to the fact that the murders of Meliss…
Pie King: Owner Of NY Pizzeria Takes First Place At Pizza World Cup Pie King: Owner Of NY Pizzeria Takes First Place At Pizza World Cup
Pie King: Owner Of NY Pizzeria Takes First Place At Pizza World Cup A pizzeria owner in New York is riding high after bringing home the gold from the Pizza World Cup. Albany County’s Anthony Berghela, owner of Romo’s Pizza in Glenmont, took first place in the Traditional American Division at the World Pizza Championship in Naples, Italy on Wednesday, June 21. The largest pizza competition in Italy, the event features pizzaiolos (pizza makers) from over 20 countries who are judged on preparation, taste, bake, and presentation. “Congratulations to Anthony Berghela of Romo's Pizza and Restaurant, who brought home the Pizza World Cup to Albany County!” Count…
Dead Whale Found At Long Island Beach Dead Whale Found At Long Island Beach
Dead Whale Found At Long Island Beach An investigation is underway after a dead whale was found beached on Long Island. Emergency crews in Lido Beach were called at around 8 a.m. Monday, Jan. 30, with reports of a beached whale at Lido Beach West Town Park. The male humpback is about 35 feet long and weighs several tons, ABC 7 reports.  A 35ft humpback whale has washed shore at Lido Beach. A necropsy is set for tomorrow @News12LI pic.twitter.com/NBGe4COuoG — Tara Joyce (@tarajoycetv) January 30, 2023 Officials told the outlet the animal washed ashore overnight and was dead by the time crews arrived Monday morning. Video …
This Italian Restaurant Serves Best Calamari In NY, Report Says This Italian Restaurant Serves Best Calamari In NY, Report Says
This Italian Restaurant Serves Best Calamari In NY, Report Says An Italian restaurant in New York that is known for its large, family-style portions serves the best calamari in the state, according to a new ranking from Eat This, Not That. Carmine's Italian Restaurant's Times Square location in New York City was named to the website's list of the best fried calamari in each state. The ranking was published on Friday, Nov. 18. The website shouted out the restaurant's spicy marinara sauce that is offered with the appetizer. Carmine's also has several other locations, including one on the Upper West Side and one in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Read th…
Hudson Valley Man Convicted Of Sexually Assaulting Hotel Housekeeper Hudson Valley Man Convicted Of Sexually Assaulting Hotel Housekeeper
Hudson Valley Man Convicted Of Sexually Assaulting Hotel Housekeeper A Hudson Valley man accused of sexually assaulting a housekeeper at Bally’s Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City has been convicted, authorities said. On Thursday, March 31, a jury found Ulster County resident Jamel Carlton, age 36, of Saugerties, guilty of aggravated sexual assault, sexual assault, burglary, aggravated assault and criminal restraint, according to the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office. Carlton was arrested twice on Feb. 15, 2018, in separate assaults at the hotel, authorities said. Police officers responded to a domestic dispute in the casino’s parking garage and found that…
Nor'easter: Person Reported Missing In Westchester During Height Of Storm Nor'easter: Person Reported Missing In Westchester During Height Of Storm
Nor'easter: Person Reported Missing In Westchester During Height Of Storm The US Coast Guard, along with several police agencies, are searching for a missing kayaker from the area who failed to return from an outing as a strong Nor'easter moved into the area.  The search for Laurence Broderick, age 45, of Mamaroneck in Westchester County, began around 4 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 26, when the Village of Mamaroneck police received a call from his mother requesting a wellness check. Coast Guard Sector New York received a report at 5:40 a.m., Tuesday, that Broderick was overdue from a kayaking trip from the previous night.  Broderick reportedly left Hempstead at…
Westchester Born, Raised, Deer Park Resident Thomas Carlucci Never Wasted A Minute Westchester Born, Raised, Deer Park Resident Thomas Carlucci Never Wasted A Minute
Westchester Born, Raised, Deer Park Resident Thomas Carlucci Never Wasted A Minute Thomas Carlucci died on Thursday, June 3. He was 85 years old. Tom was born on Sept. 8, 1935 to William Carlucci and Catherine (Yusi) Carlucci. Born and raised in Port Chester,  he resided in Deer Park in his later years.  Tom was the proud co-owner of Carlucci Sanitation, a fourth-generation family-run business he operated with his brother Gene until 1987.  He leaves behind four children, two sons and two daughters: Tom Carlucci and his wife Lori, Robert Carlucci and his wife Pam, Deborah Carlucci and Cheryl Bozinis and her husband Billy. Tom enjoyed spending time with his …
Great White Shark Swims Along Jersey Shore Coast Great White Shark Swims Along Jersey Shore Coast
Great White Shark Swims Along Jersey Shore Coast A Great White Shark was spotted swimming along the Jersey Shore coast. Andromache first pinged Sunday, May 9 around 11:30 a.m., approximately 20 miles off of Long Beach Island, according to OCEARCH, a research group that tracks sharks. Tagged off the coast of Cape Cod last August, #whiteshark Andromache has traveled 5,033 miles along the US Eastern seaboard and is currently off the coast of New Jersey.Track Andromache: https://t.co/pUmkrgo8f3Download our App:https://t.co/x52Mk6NODY#OCEARCH #FactsOverFear pic.twitter.com/APsPAb4hNy — OCEARCH (@OCEARCH) May 10, 2021 Then, the sub-adult f…
Long Island 'Bagel Boss Guy' Hospitalized After Stroke Long Island 'Bagel Boss Guy' Hospitalized After Stroke
Long Island 'Bagel Boss Guy' Hospitalized After Stroke The “Bagel Boss Guy,” who was caught on camera during a tirade at a Long Island bagel store, has been hospitalized after suffering a stroke. Chris Morgan, 45, was caught on camera berating employees and customers at Bagel Boss in Bay Shore on Thursday, July 10, cursing out workers before turning his attention to a group behind him. A video of the incident went viral on social media, with millions of views. This week, a video of Morgan in a hospital bed following his stroke was posted on Twitter. He reportedly has lost the feeling on the left side of his body and was unable to talk or open h…
Long Island Man Nabbed After Attempting $7.5K Grandparent Scam, Police Say Long Island Man Nabbed After Attempting $7.5K Grandparent Scam, Police Say
Long Island Man Nabbed After Attempting $7.5K Grandparent Scam, Police Say A Long Island man is facing charges after allegedly scamming an elderly man out of thousands of dollars, police said. According to fraud and forgery detectives from the Nassau County Police Department, an unknown man contacted his 86-year-old victim in Carle Place on Wednesday, Oct. 23 and claimed to be a lawyer representing his grandson after he was arrested for DWI.  The man stated that the accident occurred in Atlantic City, a pregnant woman in the second car was injured and taken to the hospital. The suspect told the victim the judge would only release his grandson for $7,500…
Saved By The Bell: Long Island 'Bagel Boss Guy' Gets New Foe For Atlantic City Bout Saved By The Bell: Long Island 'Bagel Boss Guy' Gets New Foe For Atlantic City Bout
Saved By The Bell: Long Island 'Bagel Boss Guy' Gets New Foe For Atlantic City Bout Dustin Diamond may need to be “saved by the bell” this weekend as he plans to step into the squared circle with the Long Island “Bagel Boss” in a celebrity boxing match. Days after former New York Mets infielder Lenny Dykstra bowed out of a planned bout with Chris Morgan - who made national headlines when a video of him berating employees at a Bay Shore bagel shop went viral - the former “Saved by the Bell” star has agreed to step up in his place. Celebrity Boxing promoter Damon Feldman reportedly reached out to the 42-year-old Diamond on Tuesday, Sept. 24, and the actor accepted the fight …
'Bagel Boss' Guy Causes Disturbance At Long Island Marina 'Bagel Boss' Guy Causes Disturbance At Long Island Marina
'Bagel Boss' Guy Causes Disturbance At Long Island Marina The big-talking "Bagel Boss" guy who berated employees at a Long Island bagel shop in a viral video was once again caught on camera, this time going berserk at a Long Island marina. Chris Morgan, 45, was cuffed by cops at the Bay Shore Marina on Sunday, Aug. 25, then taken to the hospital for a psych evaluation after police said he attacked people and caused a disturbance while reportedly swimming a small bat and shouting. Video of the incident at approximately 5:45 p.m. on Sunday, was shared on Facebook in The Real World: The Islips Edition group. Morgan was released early on Monday mornin…
NY Mets Legend To Fight 'Bagel Boss Guy' In Atlantic City Celebrity Boxing Event NY Mets Legend To Fight 'Bagel Boss Guy' In Atlantic City Celebrity Boxing Event
NY Mets Legend To Fight 'Bagel Boss Guy' In Atlantic City Celebrity Boxing Event Are you ready to rumble? The Bagel Boss blowhard who made national news when he verbally berated employees at a Long Island bagel shop in a video that went viral is set to step into the ring to take on a New York Mets legend. Chris Morgan, 45, who was caught on camera berating employees and customers at Bagel Boss in Bay Shore on Thursday, July 10, cursing out workers before turning his attention to the crowd behind him, has reportedly signed a deal to star in a celebrity boxing match. According to TMZ Sports, Morgan will be paired against Lenny Dykstra, 56, who was made famous as a …