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Obituaries
Long Island Mom Who Lost Baby During Cancer Treatment Dies At Age 35; 'Was Tremendous Spirit'
Tributes and donations are flooding in following the death of a beloved Long Island mother and wife. Jillian Breslin, originally from East Meadow and living in Astoria, Queens, died Monday, Jan. 29 at the age of 35, her obituary said. Her death followed a “courageous” nine-month battle with triple-negative metastatic breast cancer, according to a GoFundMe created by relatives. Breslin was first diagnosed in May 2023, while five months pregnant with a daughter-to-be, after suffering pains returning from a family trip to Disney World. “Jill went to the hospital for pains that were assumed t…
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'Nightmarish' Shark Attack At Coastal NY Beach: Support Swells For Victim
The victim of a shark attack along the New York coast has undergone five surgeries in just over a week, with no end in sight, according to her family. “She…was eagerly anticipating her retirement, when she could — for the first time in her life — take a break.” Tatyana Koltunyuk was bitten by a shark on the left leg on Monday, Aug. 7 while swimming at Rockaway Beach in Queens, setting her forth on a life path her family could not anticipate. The 65-year-old woman was close to retirement, meant to be a promise of rest after a “grueling” life, as her daughter describes in a GoFundMe set up…
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NY 'Torso Killer' Admits To Killing Teacher, 4 Other Murders
More than a half century after a New York dance instructor was found murdered in the backseat of her car, one of America’s most prolific serial killers has admitted to taking the woman’s life, along with four others. Richard Cottingham, age 76, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the February 1968 death of Diane Cusick during a virtual appearance in Nassau County Court on Monday, Dec. 5. Earlier Report: DNA Leads To Arraignment Of Serial Killer For 1968 Murder Of Nassau Woman Cottingham, who became known as the “Torso Killer” after dismembering two of his victims in a Times Square …
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Two NY Beaches Closed After Lifeguard Bitten By Shark
Two beaches in New York temporarily closed after a lifeguard was bitten by a shark. The incident on Long Island Sunday, July 3, affected Smith Point and Cupsogue beaches in Suffolk County. The lifeguard, identified as Zack Gallo, is recovering after he was bitten in the chest and the hand during a training exercise at Smith Point Beach, Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone said in an afternoon news briefing. "Notice for Smith Point and Cupsogue beaches: swimming has been suspended due to dangerous marine activity as of Sunday, July 3," according to a tweet by the Suffolk County Parks Dep…
Lifestyle
Swimming Resumes At Long Island Beaches After Shark Sightings, Warnings
Swimmers were allowed back in the water at Long Island beaches after it was temporarily suspended due to shark sightings off the shore. Swimming was permitted once again on Thursday, Aug. 5 at Robert Moses State Park after officials were forced to suspend it the day before when a massive number of bunker fish were spotted near the Fire Island Lighthouse, which attracted more predatory marine life. Related story - Fire Island Beach Closed For Swimming After Shark Sightings On Wednesday morning, Aug. 4 swimming at Jones Beach was also temporarily prohibited due to reports of shark sightings…
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Video: Sharks Caught On Camera Swimming Through Schools Of Fish Off NY Coast
A scientist has captured a video showing sharks swimming through huge schools of fish off the New York coast. Chris Paparo, who runs the "Fish Guy Photos" YouTube channel, wrote in his channel's description that he is a "wildlife photographer, writer and lecturer," who manages the Marine Sciences Center on Long Island at the Southampton campus of Stony Brook University. The video was captured on Saturday, July 24. Paparo said the sharks were swimming off the coast of Southampton to feed on schools of Atlantic Menhaden. Recent shark sightings at Jones Beach and Atlantic Beach in Hempst…
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New Shark Sightings Reported At Jones Beach Day After Lifeguard Bit
A day after a Long Island lifeguard suffered a minor bite near the shore of Jones Beach, new shark sightings were reported, according to state officials. New York State Parks officials announced that there were multiple reports of sharks spotted a few hundred yards off the shore of Jones Beach in the area of Central Mall and Field 2. Earlier story - Police Intensify Air, Water Patrol On Long Island After Shark Sightings On Monday, July 26, a lifeguard reported seeing a fin in the water at Jones Beach, at which point he noticed a small bite on his leg. He was transported to an area hospita…
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Police Intensify Air, Water Patrol On Long Island After Shark Sightings
Officials on Long Island are on high alert following a recent uptick in shark sightings off the coast of area beaches. Last week, there were multiple shark sightings reported off the coast - mostly in Nassau County - prompting officials to ramp up patrols over the weekend to ensure the safety of beach-goers as the dog days of summer approach. Nassau County Executive Laura Curran said that in response to the latest sightings, she instructed the police department to increase helicopter and marine patrols out of precaution. "I've directed the Nassau County Police Department to begin enhanced…
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Covid-
19: State Park Family Passes Will Be Given To NYers Who Get Vaxed Through Memorial Day
New York is “taking a shot in the park” to encourage New Yorkers to go out and get the COVID-19 vaccine. Any New Yorker who receives a COVID-19 vaccination this week will receive a free two-day family pass to visit any state park, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced at a briefing on Monday, May 24 at Jones Beach in advance of Memorial Day Weekend. Anyone vaccinated between Monday, May 24, and Monday, May 31 will be eligible to receive passes. Cuomo made note that each state park will also feature pop-up vaccination sites over the holiday weekend as the state looks to “get more shots in arms” as th…
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Covid-
19: State-Run Vaccination Sites On Long Island Will Be Closed Due To Nor'easter
Vaccine appointments scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 7 at state-run sites on Long Island at Stony Brook and Jones Beach will be postponed due to winter weather affecting the area. The appointments will be rescheduled for over the following seven days, officials announced Saturday, Feb. 6. Related story - Projected Snowfall Totals Increase For Super Bowl Sunday Nor'easter New Yorkers with appointments scheduled for Sunday at the Long Island sites will receive an email or text message rescheduling their vaccination. Those with appointments scheduled for tomorrow will not be a…
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Covid-
19: New York Air National Guard Long Island Flyover Set
The New York Air National Guard will salute healthcare workers who have battled the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic for months during a flyover of hospitals and health facilities. The 106th Rescue Wing “Salute Long Island Flyover” begins at noon in Suffolk County on Friday, May 15, from F.S. Gabreski Air National Guard Base in Westhampton. It's expected to continue till around 2 p.m. Three aircraft, an HC-130J Combat King II search and rescue airplane and two HH-60G Pave Hawk search and rescue helicopters will participate. The flight path of the flyover by the New York Air Nation…
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Covid-
19: Here Are New Jones Beach Testing Hours
A drive-through novel coronavirus (COVID-19) testing site on Long Island is up and running and doing a brisk business. The site, located at the West End of Jones Beach is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Currently, only people who make appointments are being allowed to be tested. The mobile labs have the capacity to test approximately 200 to 250 cars daily. Getting an appointment does not require a doctor. Residents can call 1-888-364-3065 for appointments or see if they qualify.
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Covid-
19: Drive-Through Testing Facilities Opening In Nassau, Suffolk
Mobile testing for the novel strain of the coronavirus (COVID-19) is coming to Long Island. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced at a daily news briefing in Albany on Tuesday, March 17 that the second, and third “drive-through” novel coronavirus testing centers are being set up in Nassau and Suffolk counties this week. Earlier report: Pop-Up COVID-19 Testing Center In New Rochelle Park Is First Of Its Kind In New York State “We opened on in New Rochelle, and it’s been working well,” he said. “So we’ll be opening one in Nassau County, one in Suffolk and then one in Staten Island. We wi…
Police & Fire
Two Teen Swimmers Missing, One Rescued Near Rockaway Beach
Police dive teams and first responders are back in the water off Rockaway Beach searching for two teens who went missing while swimming. The incident took place around 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 1, when New York City Police officers in Rockaway responded to a 911 call of a water rescue at the Beach 96th Street and Broadwalk, said the NYPD. When police arrived they were told that three teen males were struggling to make it back to shore while swimming, police said. A 15-year-old male was rescued by a Good Samaritan, police said. The rescued teen told police that his friends were still in t…
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Extreme Heat: Hours Extended At Jones Beach, Other State Parks
Jones Beach and other State park swimming facilities will stay open for extended hours during the extreme heat. Gov. Andrew Cuomo has directed the State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation offers extended hours at the following this weekend, according to the governor's' office. Long Island Jones Beach Sunken Meadow Robert Moses Orient Beach Hecksher Wildwood Hither Hills Montauk Downs High temperatures and increased humidity could pose danger to at-risk populations, including the elderly and small children New Yorkers are urged to take precautions during the heatwave exp…
Lifestyle
Bethpage Air Show At Jones Beach Will Have Something For Everyone
The 2019 Bethpage Air Show with high-flying stunts from world-renowned military and civilian performers returns to Jones Beach this weekend. The U.S. Thunderbirds and guests will perform Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There are two ways to watch the show, from a boat in Zach's Bay or at one of the parking fields at Jones Beach. Admission to the beach is free but parking is $10 and paid at the fields. There is no toll. There is also a VIP experience. Tickets for the Jones Beach Chalet allow guests to view the air show from a private beachfront area and enjo…
Lifestyle
New $3.5M, 4.5-Mile Jones Beach Bike Path Opens
The new Jones Beach bike path is now open. Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo announced the completion of the Jones Beach Shared Use Path, a new 4.5-mile leisure trail that offers walkers, skaters, runners, and cyclists stunning views of one of New York's most popular and beautiful state parks. The new trail, completed six months ahead of schedule, also links to existing leisure paths on Long Island, giving users access to hundreds of miles of additional trails and further promoting green transportation in the region. "As warmer weather approaches, Long Island residents and visitors alike will now…
Politics
Video: Joined By Billy Joel, Cuomo Signs Bill Banning Offshore Drilling In NY Waters
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, joined by Billy Joel, signed legislation to ban offshore drilling in New York State waters. The festivities were held in Wantagh on Monday, April 29. The legislation (S.2316 (Kaminsky)/A.2572 (Englebright) will bar the state from granting permits for drilling, or oil or gas exploration in offshore areas controlled by the state. The ban will protect New York State waters and coasts by making it more difficult for oil and gas drilling to occur close to coastal New York, even in waters controlled by the federal government. In addition, the legislation p…
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