'We Weathered The Craziest Storms': Hackensack's Heritage Diner Closes 'We Weathered The Craziest Storms': Hackensack's Heritage Diner Closes
'We Weathered The Craziest Storms': Hackensack's Heritage Diner Closes The New Heritage Diner is closing its doors after exactly 28 years under new ownership in Hackensack. Many members of the River Street diner will be locating to its sister location: The Suburban Diner on Route 17 North in Paramus. The 24-hour diner has been open for more than 50 years, and came under new ownership on June 28, 1992. It recently opened for takeout and delivery after the COVID-19 shutdown and on Sunday, June 28, the longtime diner announced it would be closing for good -- to the disappointment of many. "This is so sad," Jeanette Moran wrote. "I will miss you all! I was r…
COVID-19: NY Fatalities Reach Record New One-Day High Amid More Signs Of 'Bending Curve' COVID-19: NY Fatalities Reach Record New One-Day High Amid More Signs Of 'Bending Curve'
Covid-19: NY Fatalities Reach Record New One-Day High Amid More Signs Of 'Bending Curve' For the second straight day, New York has set a record for the number of deaths tied to novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in a single day as signs continued showing the state is "bending the curve" in the number of new cases. There were 779 new COVID-19 deaths in New York, a day after there were a then-record 731 deaths, bringing the total in New York State to 6,268 since the outbreak began, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced during his daily press briefing on Wednesday, April 8. “The number of deaths is going to continue to rise as those hospitalized for the longest periods pass away,” he said. “The l…
State Police Investigator From Hudson Valley Dies Of 9/11-Related Illness State Police Investigator From Hudson Valley Dies Of 9/11-Related Illness
State Police Investigator From Hudson Valley Dies Of 9/11-Related Illness A State Police investigator from the Hudson Valley has died from a 9/11 related illness. Investigator Ryan D. Fortini, 42, died on Wednesday, Jan. 1, from cancer stemming from his assignment to the World Trade Center site, announced State Police Superintendent Keith M. Corlet.  Following the events of 9/11, Fortini was assigned to aid with the search and recovery efforts in New York City, as part of the state police detail, Corlet said. Fortini had to retire from the state police after 16 years of service in 2015 due to his worsening illness. During his more than 15 years o…
Ex-Fire Chief From Hudson Valley Dies of 9/11-Related Illness Ex-Fire Chief From Hudson Valley Dies of 9/11-Related Illness
Ex-Fire Chief From Hudson Valley Dies of 9/11-Related Illness The ex-chief of the Pine Bush Fire Department and a former New York City Fire Department firefighter, has died from 9/11 related injuries at the age of 65. Richard “Ricky” John Tanagretta died on Tuesday, Sept. 24, surrounded by his family, said his obituary. Tanagretta worked as an FDNY firefighter for 26 years. He was also an instructor for the New York State and Orange County Fire Academies, mentoring many generations of first responders.   He was a past chief of the Pine Bush Volunteer Fire Department, where he was a member for 27 years, touching the lives of many.  Th…
Alert Issued For Long Island Man Wanted For Criminal Mischief Alert Issued For Long Island Man Wanted For Criminal Mischief
Alert Issued For Long Island Man Wanted For Criminal Mischief Police investigators in Nassau County have issued an alert for a wanted man who was charged with third-degree criminal mischief last year. He later failed to appear for court proceedings and a warrant was issued for his arrest. Investigators described Richard Stultz, 36, as a 5-foot-8 African American weighing approximately 190 pounds who is bald with brown eyes. Anyone who comes into contact with him has been cautioned by police not to attempt to apprehend or detain him. Anyone with information regarding Stultz’s whereabouts, or who recognizes him has been asked to call 911 or contact the…
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…
Labor Day Weekend BWI, DWI Crackdown Announced For Suffolk County Labor Day Weekend BWI, DWI Crackdown Announced For Suffolk County
Labor Day Weekend BWI, DWI Crackdown Announced For Suffolk County There will be a comprehensive boating and driving while intoxicated crackdown, Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone and Suffolk County Police Commissioner Geraldine Hart said in a joint announcement. County police will patrol for both, driving while intoxicated and boating while intoxicated offenders on Suffolk County roads and waterways. Police Highway Patrol, Motorcycle Section, Selective Alcohol Fatality Enforcement (SAFE), and Marine Bureau, as well as precinct-level patrol officers,  will be part of this county-wide enforcement effort. During Labor Day weekend 2018, 41 people w…
Here's How You Can Protect Yourself From Porch Pirates Here's How You Can Protect Yourself From Porch Pirates
Here's How You Can Protect Yourself From Porch Pirates Area residents should be on high alert for porch pirates after several deliveries were reported stolen to police over the summer. Police issued an alert cautioning that there have been several reports of packages being stolen from area homes after they were delivered. Police said that locals should be vigilant for people or vehicles that are unfamiliar to the neighborhood, and arrangements should be made to have packages delivered while one is at home, or to have a trusted person secure the items. According to police, to avoid being the victim of a porch pirate, residents should: Reques…
9/11 First Responder William Leahy Of Levittown, Port Authority Police Officer, Dies At 49 9/11 First Responder William Leahy Of Levittown, Port Authority Police Officer, Dies At 49
9/11 First Responder William Leahy Of Levittown, Port Authority Police Officer, Dies At 49 A 9/11 first responder and Port Authority police officer from Levittown has died. William James "Billy" Leahy died on Thursday, June 6. He was 49. He was a police officer with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Police Department for over 27 years. Leahy was the son of William and Kathleen. He was the brother of Theresa Svab (Michael); uncle of Sean and Connor and a nephew and cousin. A funeral mass was held Monday, June 10 in Miller Place 
NYPD Officer From Area Dies Of 9/11-Related Illness At Age 43 NYPD Officer From Area Dies Of 9/11-Related Illness At Age 43
Nypd Officer From Area Dies Of 9/11-Related Illness At Age 43 A New York Police Department officer from the area has died from an illness related to the September 11 terrorist attacks. Lifelong Orangetown resident Patrick McGovern died in the line of duty on May 2 due to illness related from 9/11, the Orangetown PBA announced. He was 43. “The men and women of the Orangetown PBA are heartbroken at the loss of our fellow brother, as well as his NYPD family” they stated. “Pat has many close friends in the Orangetown PBA, as well as the greater law enforcement community. Pat will be greatly missed. McGovern’s unfortunate passing is a line of duty death (s…
Nearly 10,000 Suffer From 9/11 Cancers, Report Says Nearly 10,000 Suffer From 9/11 Cancers, Report Says
Nearly 10,000 Suffer From 9/11 Cancers, Report Says As the 17th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks approaches, nearly 10,000 people have suffered cancers linked to the toxic dust, smoke and plumes at Ground Zero, the New York Post reported here on Sunday, Aug. 12.  The federal World Trade Center Health Program has counted 9,795 first responders, Downtown workers, residents, students and others with cancer "deemed 9/11-related," the Post reported.  Further, more than 1,700 first responders and others affected have died, including 420 of those stricken with cancer, officials told the Post. Cancers have various laten…
New Rochelle Police Officer Dies From 9/11 Related Illness New Rochelle Police Officer Dies From 9/11 Related Illness
New Rochelle Police Officer Dies From 9/11 Related Illness A longtime police officer in Westchester County has died as a result of a 9/11 related illness. New Rochelle Deputy Police Commissioner Robert Gazzola announced that on Thursday, Aug. 16, Police Officer Kathleen O’Connor, a 20-year veteran of the force, died following a “long and courageous battle." O’Connor began her career in New Rochelle in January 1998 and was most recently assigned as a Warrant Officer in the department’s Criminal Investigations Division.  Following the Sept. 11 terrorist attack, O’Connor was active at Ground Zero, assisting with rescue and recovery efforts, wher…