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Mysterious Drones Spotted Over Long Island Amid Growing Local, State Monitoring Efforts
Mysterious drones that have sparked concerns across New Jersey and New York in recent weeks have now been spotted over Long Island. Local town Facebook and Nextdoor groups were inundated with reported sightings of the so far unexplained aircraft over the weekend, including in Oyster Bay, Huntington Station, Seaford, Northport, West Babylon, and Smithtown. The drones, first reported in mid-November over New Jersey, have caused disruptions and rampant speculation across the region. Notably, operations at Stewart International Airport in New Windsor were halted for nearly an hour on Friday, De…
Obituaries
Massapequa 17-Year-Old Who Died During Hockey Game Was 'Beacon Of Sportsmanship, Leadership'
The Long Island hockey community is mourning the loss of a rising young star who collapsed and died during a charity game over Thanksgiving weekend. Connor Kasin, age 17, lost consciousness at around 9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30, during an intermission at the Town of Oyster Bay Skating Center on Stewart Avenue in Bethpage, Nassau County Police said. Kasin, a senior defenseman at Massapequa High School, was given CPR by bystanders and, later, Nassau County Police medics. He was pronounced dead a short time later at a hospital. Earlier Report: ID Released For Massapequa HS Senior Who Died…
Police & Fire
1 Killed After House Fire Breaks Out In Seaford
One person died in an overnight house fire on Long Island. The blaze broke out at around 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7, in Seaford. First responders observed the second floor of the home on Crescent Cove Drive engulfed in flames. The Seaford Fire Department extinguished the flames, but the residence sustained extensive damage. An 85-year-old man was removed from the residence and transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead just after midnight on Tuesday, Oct. 8, by a hospital physician. The man's identity has not yet been released. No other injuries were reported. …
Police & Fire
20-Year-Old From Bethpage Accused Of Touching Woman Near School In Seaford
A Long Island man has been accused of touching a woman near a local school following a weeks-long investigation. The incident happened on Sunday, June 23, in Seaford. According to Nassau County Police detectives, the woman, age 34, was walking in the rear of 751 Seamans Neck Road when she was approached by the suspect, who inappropriately touched her and fled on foot. On Monday, Aug. 13, police announced the arrest of 20-year-old Michael Hernandez of Bethpage. He has been charged with third-degree sexual abuse. Hernandez has been scheduled to be arraigned on Tuesday, Aug. …
Obituaries
Hempstead Councilman Christopher Carini Dies At Age 49
Local leaders and loved ones are mourning the loss of a Long Island politician and former police officer following his unexpected death. Nassau County resident and Hempstead Councilman Christopher Carini died at the age of 49 on Sunday, July 14, while on a family vacation in Florida, relatives confirmed. Ladder trucks from the Seaford and Wantagh fire departments draped an American flag as a hearse carrying his body drove through Seaford on Thursday, July 18. Carini was a “decorated and proud” retired police officer, having served 22 years with the NYPD, MTA Police, and Port Authority Poli…
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Man Touches Woman Near Elementary School On Long Island: Police
Police are searching for a man who allegedly committed a sex offense near an elementary school. It happened on Sunday, June 23 in Seaford, according to Nassau County Police. At about 5:30 p.m. that day, a 34-year-old woman was walking in the back of East Broadway Elementary School, which is located at 751 Seamans Neck Road. As she walked, a man approached and touched her before running away. Police described the suspect as a Hispanic man between 20 and 25 years old. He had long hair and braces. The investigation is ongoing, authorities said. Anybody with information regarding the …
Police & Fire
Woman Nabbed In Wrong-Way DWI Incident In Seaford: Police
A Long Island woman has been arrested after police say she was caught drinking and driving on the wrong side of the road. The incident occurred on Friday, May 10 in Seaford, according to Nassau County Police. Just after 9:30 p.m. that day, a Black 2020 Kia SUV was reported spotted driving in the wrong direction on the Seaford Oyster Bay Expressway. When police arrived, they pulled over the car, driven by 55-year-old Kelly McKechnie-Goulding, near the southbound Exit 2, for multiple traffic violations. McKechnie-Goulding, who is from Coram, appeared to be drunk and was arrested after sh…
Police & Fire
Man Smashes Victim With Hammer During Long Island Fight: Police
A Long Island man was arrested on charges of assault after he allegedly hit an acquaintance with a hammer. The altercation occurred in Seaford on Sunday, May 5. According to Nassau County Police, a physical fight broke out between two acquaintances at a home on Spruce Street. During the fight, police said Mark Moran, age 61 of Massapequa, struck his victim, a 64-year-old man, multiple times in the head, causing the man to suffer deep lacerations to his head and other parts of his body. The victim was taken to a local hospital. His current condition has not been released. Moran was ar…
Obituaries
Support Soars For Jon Diller's Massapequa Park Wife, Baby
In addition to a massive fundraiser for the family of slain police officer Jonathan Diller, dozens of businesses across Long Island (where Diller hails from) are running their own specials to show support for his widow and their child. Over the four days since 31-year-old Jonathan Diller of Massapequa Park was shot and killed while on duty in Queens, the amount of support flooding in for his family has grown exponentially. A GoFundMe started for his wife Stephanie and the couple’s 1-year-old, Ryan, reached over $350,000 in the first two days; as of Friday, March 29, the amount has soared …
Police & Fire
Seen Him? Alert Issued For Missing Long Island Man
Police are asking for help in locating a Long Island man who was reported missing. Peter MacDonald, age 49, was last seen leaving his Seaford residence at around 7 a.m. Friday, Jan. 26, according to Nassau County Police. He was driving a gray 2012 Toyota Sienna at the time. MacDonald is described as 5-foot-11 and is bald with blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a black jacket, gray pants, and a blue shirt. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Nassau County Police Department at 516-573-7347. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for u…
Police & Fire
Long Island Teen Missing For Days, Alert Issued
Police are asking for the community’s assistance in locating a teenage boy who went missing after last being seen at his Long Island home. Elijah Major, age 15, was last seen on Friday, Dec. 15 in Seaford, where he lives, according to Nassau County Police. It was just before 8 a.m. on that day that Major was last spotted. He was leaving his home at that time. Major is described as being 5-foot-5 and weighing approximately 210 pounds. He has brown eyes and a black afro. Detectives encourage anyone with information regarding Major’s whereabouts to contact the Nassau County Police Depa…
Lifestyle
'Absolute Gem' Fusion Restaurant Earns Perfect Marks After Long Island Opening
A new Long Island restaurant offering vegetarian and vegan dishes has opened up to a perfect five-star rating from vegetarians and meat lovers alike. “Thank you, Food Gods for this absolute gem of a restaurant.” Marrygold, located at 3266 Railroad Avenue in Wantagh, opened its doors to the public in October 2023. The restaurant, which took over former spot Thai Coconut, serves up an entirely vegetarian and vegan menu – and, it’s good, diners said. On Marrygold’s Yelp page, over a dozen reviews are in, and the eatery’s rating sits at a solid five stars. From lo mein to phad thai to fri…
Police & Fire
Selling Alcohol, Tobacco To Minors: Four Long Island Men Nabbed, Police Say
Four people were arrested after undercover investigators allegedly caught them selling alcohol and tobacco to minors. On Wednesday, Oct. 11, Nassau County Police arrested the following men as part of its “Project 21” initiative: Mohamad Hasan, age 62 of Elmhurst; Edward Coughlin, age 39 of Seaford; Tony Torres Navarro, age 42 of Locust Valley; and Vikram V. Billa, age 27 of Glen Cove. The arrests were made using underage agents, officials said. Hasan is accused of selling tobacco at Star Bazzar Smoke Shop, located in Hicksville at 316 North Broadway. Coughlin and Navarro both sold…
Obituaries
'An Amazing Soul': Support Swells For Widow, Son Of Long Island Athlete Who Died At Age 40
The community is rallying around a Long Island family following the sudden loss of a beloved husband and father. Dominic McNulty, of Seaford, died Friday, Aug. 25, at the age of 40 following a brief illness, according to his obituary. “We lost an amazing soul,” reads a GoFundMe created by Lyndsey Hogg. “Dom was one of a kind with a heart of gold. He was an angel in disguise here on earth who did everything for everyone else.” Born in East Meadow, McNulty was an avid athlete. He played Little League baseball and later goalie and catcher for Kellenberg High School’s hockey and baseball team…
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Pastor's Assistant Steals More Than $420K From Long Island Church: DA
Over two years, a Long Island woman has allegedly stolen hundreds of thousands of dollars from two churches at which she served as a pastoral assistant, officials announced. Iris Gomez, aged 43, was arraigned on Monday, July 24 on charges including grand larceny for allegedly embezzling over $450,000 from churches in Seaford and Rockville Centre while she worked as a pastor’s assistant, according to the Nassau County District Attorney. The scheme began in August 2018, the DA’s Office claimed. Gomez was originally hired to be an assistant to a pastor at the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rock…
Police & Fire
24-Year-Old In Critical Condition Following Long Island Crash
A young Long Island man was left in critical condition after a late-night crash, according to authorities. The incident occurred on Friday, June 9 in Seaford, Nassau County Police reported. Just before 3 a.m., a 24-year-old man was riding his dirt bike and traveling south on Seamans Neck Road. Officials said the man lost control of his bike near the intersection of Oxford Lane, striking a tree. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment and remains in critical condition. The investigation is ongoing. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
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New Update - Starbucks Robbery: Suspect Nabbed After Victim Thrown Off Mercedes In Seaford
A suspect has been apprehended after a Long Island resident trying to sell his Rolex watch through the Facebook marketplace was injured during a robbery at a Starbucks location. The incident happened on Monday, May 1 at 9:40 p.m. in Seaford. The male victim, age 29, agreed to sell the Rolex watch, valued at $8,500, to an unknown potential purchaser through Facebook, Nassau County Police said. Both parties agreed to meet in the parking lot of Starbucks located at 3870 Sunrise Highway. The victim was met by two Hispanic men and while the victim was presenting the Rolex watch…
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Long Island Tax Preparer Got $13M In Fraudulently Obtained Business Loans, Feds Say
A business owner on Long Island is facing federal charges after allegedly conning his way into millions of dollars in government-backed loans. Sandeep Grover, age 54, of Massapequa, is charged with major fraud against the US and conspiracy to commit wire fraud and bank fraud, according to an indictment that was unsealed by the US Attorney’s Office in the Southern District on Wednesday, May 24. Grover is the owner of Excellent Business Services Inc., a tax preparation business based in Seaford. Prosecutors allege that between April 2020 and June 2021, he submitted over 100 applications for …
Obituaries
Boat Racer, Aspiring Firefighter From LI Who Died At Age 28 Had 'Heart As Big As Ocean'
Tributes are pouring in for a beloved speedboat racer and aspiring firefighter from Long Island who died in a boating accident. James Jaronczyk, age 28, of Massapequa, went missing Sunday afternoon, May 7, while boating in the Great South Bay, according to Suffolk County Police. Investigators said he was alone when his 22-foot Progression speedboat hit a wave, knocking him into the water. Earlier Report: Tragic Ending: Body Of Missing 28-Year-Old Who Fell From Boat On Great South Bay Recovered Family members, friends, and total strangers spent the next several days scouring the water and…
Police & Fire
Facebook Marketplace Robbery: Man Thrown Off Car, Injured During Incident On Long Island
New update - Starbucks Robbery: Suspect Nabbed After Victim Thrown Off Mercedes In Seaford The victim jumped onto the robbers’ car hood in an attempt to stop the theft, but they continued to drive, leaving him with head and hip injuries, authorities said. A man trying to sell his Rolex watch was in for a surprise when the two men he thought were buying it robbed him instead, according to police. On Monday, May 1 at approximately 9:40 p.m., the 29-year-old man agreed to sell his Rolex, which police said was valued at $8,500, to another user through Facebook Marketplace. Both the seller …
Lifestyle
New French Restaurant, Bar On Long Island Cited For 'Exemplary Service'
A new French restaurant and bar on Long Island is delighting diners just weeks after opening. Brasserie by Chef Aless, located in Massapequa at 5590 Merrick Road, opened on Thursday, April 6, inside the former digs of McCann’s Pub & Grill. The eatery is the brainchild of owner Justin and Aless (the chef), who both come from a family of restaurateurs and hoteliers, according to its website. Chef Aless grew up in New York City and ran her family restaurant until 2017 before opening a catering business, which now operates out of Brasserie. “Both moved to Seaford during the pandemic and …
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String Of Scams Steals Over $500,000 From Long Island Residents
Three separate scams, all happening in the span of a week, have targeted older Nassau residents and cost them thousands of dollars each. On Monday, April 24, the Nassau County Police Department reported a string of cons that targeted the citizens, all of whom were over the age of 65. The first reported incident happened in Farmingdale on Thursday, April 6, when detectives reported that a 69-year-old woman received a call from someone claiming to be an Apple employee. The scammer convinced the victim that her computer and all accounts had been compromised. In order to keep her money s…
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'Deepfake' Targeted Law Proposed By NY DA
A New York district attorney has unveiled a plan to propose new legislation that would protect citizens in the event that their personal images are digitally manipulated for sexual content. Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly hopes that her proposal, called the “Digital Manipulation Protection Act,” would close any loopholes left open by the current New York State law. The proposal was announced Tuesday, April 18, alongside the news that a 22-year-old Seaford man had been sentenced for stealing and manipulating underage girls’ photos for use on a pornographic website. Earl…
Police & Fire
Long Island ‘Deepfake’ Porn Producer Sentenced
A Long Island man was sentenced to time behind bars and now must register as a sex offender for creating and sharing "deepfaked" sexually explicit content of women when they were underage. Seaford resident Patrick Carey, age 22, will serve six months in jail and spend 10 years on probation for publishing this information, as well as encouraging others to harass those whose pictures he uploaded, the Nassau County District Attorney announced on Tuesday, April 18. The charges against Carey allege that from September 2019 to just a few hours before his arrest in September 2021, he took images o…
Police & Fire
Long Island Woman Wires Over $1,000 In 'Support' Scam, Police Say
A scam involving the app AnyDesk has resulted in a Long Island woman losing over a thousand dollars, authorities said. On Friday, April 7 at around 4 p.m., a Seaford woman was trying to access Amazon Prime on her television when an error message popped up on the screen, according to Nassau County police. The message read that the woman’s Amazon Prime account had been locked, and instructed her to call 1-848-246-1786. After calling the number, she was instructed that she needed to download the AnyDesk app in order to unlock her Amazon account. Police said the victim was also instruc…
Obituaries
16-Year-Old Killed In Long Island Crash Had 'Passion For Life,' Aspired To Join Air Force
Support is rising for the family of a 16-year-old girl who was killed in a single-vehicle crash near a Long Island intersection that left three other teens hospitalized. Angelia Dominguez, of Seaford, died Sunday, Jan. 8, from injuries suffered in the crash, which occurred at around 3:30 a.m. in Old Brookville on Chicken Valley Road, according to Nassau County Police. Earlier Report: ID Released For 16-Year-Old Seaford Girl Killed In Old Brookville Crash Investigators said Dominguez was driving a 2008 Nissan westbound on Chicken Valley Road when she lost control and struck a tree nea…
Police & Fire
ID Released For 16-Year-Old Seaford Girl Killed In Old Brookville Crash
The identity has been released for a teenage girl who was killed in a single-vehicle crash near a Long Island intersection in which three boys were hospitalized. It happened around 3:35 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 8 in Old Brookville. A 2008 Nissan was traveling westbound on Chicken Valley Road when the 16-year-old female operator lost control of the vehicle and struck a tree near the intersection of Brookville Lane, Nassau County Police said. The operator of the vehicle, now identified as Angelia Dominguez, of Seaford, was pronounced dead at the scene by a Nassau County Police …
Police & Fire
Man Indicted For North Amityville Impaired Driving Crash That Paralyzed Victim, DA Says
A 27-year-old man was charged with vehicular assault after allegedly driving while impaired by drugs on Long Island and rear-ending another vehicle in a crash that caused a victim to become paralyzed in all four limbs. Tristan McLaughlin, of Seaford, was indicted on charges related to the crash that happened in North Amityville in October, Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond Tierney announced on Wednesday, Jan. 4. “When you make the decision to get behind the wheel, you make the commitment to respect the lives and safety of others on the road,” Tierney said. This defendant’s alleged …
Police & Fire
102-Year-Old Dies From Injuries After Massapequa Crash Involving Nassau County Police Vehicle
A 102-year-old local man has died from injuries a week after a two-vehicle Long Island crash involving a police cruiser. The crash happened just before 8:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 9 in Massapequa. That's when a marked Nassau County Police vehicle was traveling southbound on Hicksville Road responding to an emergency call, when the man driving in a 2012 Hyundai Elantra traveling northbound attempted to make a left turn onto North Suffolk Avenue, according to the Nassau County PD. The operators of both vehicles were transported to local area hospitals by Nassau County Police Medics. O…
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Police ID Elderly Woman Killed In Long Island House Fire That Also Burned Chief
Authorities have identified an elderly woman who died in a Long Island house fire that also sent a fire chief to the hospital. Gloria Monk, age 80, of Seaford, was killed when flames broke out at her Riverside Avenue home at around 6:15 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6, Nassau County Police said. Earlier Report: Woman Dies After Seaford Home Becomes Engulfed By Flames By the time members of the Wantagh Fire Department arrived, they found the home’s second floor engulfed in flames, said Nassau County Assistant Chief Fire Marshal James Hickman. Monk was pronounced dead at the scene. Crews rescued…
Police & Fire
Woman Dies After Seaford Home Becomes Engulfed By Flames
One woman was killed and another injured during a roaring house fire on Long Island, in which a fire chief was also burned. The blaze broke out in Seaford around 6:15 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 2464 Riverside Ave. The first arriving fire chiefs from the Wantagh Fire Department found heavy fire on the second floor of the home, said Nassau County Assistant Chief Fire Marshal James Hickman. The chiefs found one woman dead on the second floor and rescued another, Hickman said. While making the rescue, one of the chiefs also was burned, he added. The injured were taken to Nassa…
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