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Best Catered Thanksgiving Dinners Found At These Nassau County Restaurants, Foodies Say Best Catered Thanksgiving Dinners Found At These Nassau County Restaurants, Foodies Say
Best Catered Thanksgiving Dinners Found At These Nassau County Restaurants, Foodies Say Pie-ning to feast without the fuss? Thyme is running out to place your Thanksgiving order with these a-maize-ing Long Island restaurants. Entrepreneur Michael McCormick just isn’t in the cooking mood this year, but still yearns for a scrumptious holiday meal. So he turned to his fellow foodies to find Long Island’s best Thanksgiving caterers. “Concern is it’s going to be a bland, flavorless, low seasoning, small portion, overpriced disaster,” McCormick wrote on the Long Island Foodies Facebook group. “Just want the best meal I don’t have to cook on the table. Where can I get a bird and som…
Fatal Crash: Person Struck By Car On Route 110 In Melville Fatal Crash: Person Struck By Car On Route 110 In Melville
Fatal Crash: Person Struck By Car On Route 110 In Melville A person died after being hit by a car overnight on a busy Long Island roadway. It happened at about 8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15, in Melville, on Broadhollow Road (Route 110), between Spagnoli Road and Ruland Road.  A 23-year-old Huntington Station man was driving a 2003 Toyota sedan northbound in the left lane when he struck the man who was crossing the road, Suffolk County Police said. The victim, whose identity has not yet been released, was transported to Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow, where he was pronounced dead. Morris, of Huntington Station, was uninjured.…
Fatal LIE Crash: 30-Year-Old ID'd As Victim, 4 Others Hospitalized In Melville Fatal LIE Crash: 30-Year-Old ID'd As Victim, 4 Others Hospitalized In Melville
Fatal LIE Crash: 30-Year-Old ID'd As Victim, 4 Others Hospitalized In Melville One person was killed and four others hospitalized in a single-vehicle crash on the Long Island Expressway. It happened around 5 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11, in Melville. A 30-year-old man was driving a 2004 Nissan Sentra eastbound, near the Pinelawn Road overpass, when he lost control of the vehicle, which exited the roadway, crashed into trees and overturned, according to Suffolk County Police. The victim, identified as Daishun Jones Rains, of Huntington Station, was pronounced dead at the scene by a physician assistant from the Office of the Suffolk County Medical Exam…
Husband, Wife Killed In Melville Crash Husband, Wife Killed In Melville Crash
Husband, Wife Killed In Melville Crash Two people were killed in a multi-vehicle midday Long Island crash. It happened just after 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, in Melville. Fred Goldberg, age 92, was driving a 2022 Acura eastbound on Ruland Road when he lost control of the vehicle and veered through traffic, crossing a grass median on the northwest corner of the intersection of Pinelawn Road, according to Suffolk County Police. The Acura then struck a 2018 Lexus SUV and a 2020 Ford Escape, both of which were stopped at the red light facing southbound on Pinelawn Road waiting to turn east onto Ruland Road, said p…
This Port Jefferson Middle School Ranked Among Top 5 In Suffolk County, Report Says This Port Jefferson Middle School Ranked Among Top 5 In Suffolk County, Report Says
This Port Jefferson Middle School Ranked Among Top 5 In Suffolk County, Report Says The grades are in and these middle schools are a cut above the rest, according to the community and school ranking site Niche. After considering a number of key areas, the following schools were ranked in the website’s 2025 “Best Schools in Suffolk County” report: No. 1 - Candlewood Middle School in Dix Hills No. 2 - West Hollow Middle School in Melville No. 3 - Paul J. Gelinas Junior High School in East Setauket No. 4 - Oldfield Middle School in Greenlawn No. 5 - Port Jefferson Middle School Candlewood, West Hollow, and Gelinas all hold overall grades of A+, while Oldfield and Port Jeffe…
Plainview Child Therapist Shared Videos Of Infants Being Bound, Raped, Feds Say Plainview Child Therapist Shared Videos Of Infants Being Bound, Raped, Feds Say
Plainview Child Therapist Shared Videos Of Infants Being Bound, Raped, Feds Say A licensed child therapist from Long Island is accused of sharing videos of child sex abuse, with some victims as young as toddlers. Renee Hoberman, age 36, of Plainview, was arraigned on charges of distributing child pornography in Central Islip federal court on Wednesday, Oct. 23. Prosecutors said Hoberman used social media messaging apps to upload videos depicting one or more minors engaging in sexually explicit conduct between June and October 2024. Several videos depicted infants aged six months to one year being physically restrained and raped by an adult male, as the infants cried…
Alleged $1.3M Scheme: CEO From Melville Accused Of Accounting Fraud, Misleading Investors Alleged $1.3M Scheme: CEO From Melville Accused Of Accounting Fraud, Misleading Investors
Alleged $1.3M Scheme: CEO From Melville Accused Of Accounting Fraud, Misleading Investors A New York resident who was the chief executive officer of digital advertising technology company Kubient fabricated documented and misled investors and auditors, according to federal authorities. The scheme by Long Island resident Paul Roberts, age 48, of Melville caused Kubient to improperly recognize more than $1.3 million in fraudulent revenue in Kubient’s financial statements at the time of the company's initial public offering, according the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York Damian Williams. Roberts was charged this with one count of securities fra…
Best Breakfast Pizza On Long Island Found At This Setauket Restaurant, Foodies Say Best Breakfast Pizza On Long Island Found At This Setauket Restaurant, Foodies Say
Best Breakfast Pizza On Long Island Found At This Setauket Restaurant, Foodies Say Move over breakfast burritos, the rise of breakfast pizzas is upon us. Picture this: an everything-bagel crust topped with crispy bacon, crumbly sausage, scrambled egg, and melted cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack cheese. Throw in some green peppers and mushrooms for good measure and what’s not to love? While decidedly not as compact or travel-friendly as its burrito brethren, breakfast pies are a perfectly acceptable way to break one’s fast – just ask members of the “pizza” subreddit: “Love me some breakfast pizza. Some hash browns on it are a game changer!” one user wrote. …
Police Recover $49K Taken From Bay Shore Resident In Scam Police Recover $49K Taken From Bay Shore Resident In Scam
Police Recover $49K Taken From Bay Shore Resident In Scam Police recovered nearly $50,000 that was taken from a Long Island man in a scam earlier this week. An 89-year-old Melville resident called a number he found on the Internet on Wednesday, Aug. 7, at approximately 1:30 p.m. to help him with a computer password problem.  The person on the phone convinced him that his bank accounts had been hacked and that he needed to remove his money from the bank, according to Suffolk County Police. The victim was instructed to lie about why he withdrew his money and was told that the bank officials were involved in the theft.  The…
West Nile Virus Found In Mosquitoes On Long Island; Here's How To Protect Yourself West Nile Virus Found In Mosquitoes On Long Island; Here's How To Protect Yourself
West Nile Virus Found In Mosquitoes On Long Island; Here's How To Protect Yourself Health officials on Long Island are urging people to take precautions after testing of mosquitoes confirmed the presence of West Nile Virus. Twelve mosquito samples were positive for the virus following testing done at locations around Suffolk County, according to county Health Commissioner Dr. Gregson Pigott. The samples were collected on Sunday, July 2, and Monday, July 3, in Northport, Melville, West Babylon, Lindenhurst, Holbrook, Holtsville, North Patchogue, Farmingville, and Manorville. It brings the total number of positive mosquito samples this year to 16. “The confirmation of Wes…
Mother's Day Scams: BBB Warns NYers Of Fake Gifts, Shops Mother's Day Scams: BBB Warns NYers Of Fake Gifts, Shops
Mother's Day Scams: BBB Warns NYers Of Fake Gifts, Shops Long Islanders looking for last-minute gifts for Mom should keep an eye out for potential scams, business officials warned. The Metro New York branch of the Better Business Bureau (BBB), a non-profit organization reviewing the trustworthiness of businesses, encouraged residents in the region to do their research when purchasing Mother’s Day gifts. The BBB’s Tuesday, April 30 announcement comes after the organization announced that three Long Island florists were being investigated for running alleged scams. One such business is on Long Island at Sarata Flowers, a Melville florist that, a…
Long Island Restaurant Issued Violations For Illegally Operating Nightclub, Police Say Long Island Restaurant Issued Violations For Illegally Operating Nightclub, Police Say
Long Island Restaurant Issued Violations For Illegally Operating Nightclub, Police Say The State Liquor Authority cited a Long Island restaurant manager for violations for allegedly illegally operating a nightclub after receiving several complaints from the community. SLA inspectors and the Suffolk County Police visited Bijou Modern American Asian Restaurant in Melville on Thursday, April 25. During the inspection, police issued several summonses for SLA violations to the restaurant manager, Michael DeFrancesco, age 32, of Lynbrook.  A bag of cocaine was found on the floor of the establishment, Suffolk County Police said.  The Town of Huntington Fire Marshall…
Alert Issued For Long Island Man Missing 2 Days Alert Issued For Long Island Man Missing 2 Days
Alert Issued For Long Island Man Missing 2 Days Police are sounding the alarm over a Long Island man who has been missing for two days. Brandon Ragusa, age 29, was last seen at around 7 p.m. Sunday, April 21, in the hamlet of Melville on Elderwood Lane. Suffolk County Police said he is considered a vulnerable adult who suffers from schizophrenia and is believed to be suicidal. He may have traveled to the Queens area. Ragusa wears glasses and was last seen donning a gray sweatshirt, collared shirt, jeans, and black sneakers. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Suffolk County Police Department at 631-854-8218 or call 911. …
'Best Rendition' Of Breakfast Burrito Found At These Long Island Eateries, Foodies Say 'Best Rendition' Of Breakfast Burrito Found At These Long Island Eateries, Foodies Say
'Best Rendition' Of Breakfast Burrito Found At These Long Island Eateries, Foodies Say Often packed with eggs, potatoes, meat, and cheese, nothing screams meal-on-the-go quite like a hearty breakfast burrito. But where can one find the best wrapped-up-tight breakfast on Long Island? Some Redditors think they know. “Looking for Long Island’s best rendition of a breakfast burrito,” one user posted on the LongIslandEats subReddit on Monday, April 1. Their recent selections have proven “average but forgettable," they added. Their fellow foodies heeded the call. Of the dozens of suggestions in the comments, two eateries garnered the most upvotes: Roast Sandwich House, with locat…
Teen Nabbed For Performing Stunts In His Car In Front Of Crowd In Melville, Police Say Teen Nabbed For Performing Stunts In His Car In Front Of Crowd In Melville, Police Say
Teen Nabbed For Performing Stunts In His Car In Front Of Crowd In Melville, Police Say A Long Island man has been charged after police say he performed stunts in his car before a crowd in broad daylight. In response to numerous community complaints, Suffolk County Police First Precinct Crime Section officers were monitoring several areas for unlawful street gatherings when they observed a 2006 Ford Crown Victoria doing donuts for a crowd in the Melville area at around 3:20 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 18. Michael Doner, age 18, of Oakdale, was charged with: Unlawful stunt behavior in a motor vehicle, Two counts of criminal possession of a forged instrument. The Ford w…
24-Year-Old Nabbed For Performing Stunts With BMW In Melville, Police Say 24-Year-Old Nabbed For Performing Stunts With BMW In Melville, Police Say
24-Year-Old Nabbed For Performing Stunts With BMW In Melville, Police Say A man has been charged after police say he unlawfully performed stunts in public with a car on Long Island. In response to numerous community complaints, Suffolk County Police First Precinct Crime Section officers were monitoring several areas for unlawful street gatherings when they came upon a large group of vehicles in Melville at around 10:15 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10. Officers observed Asad Zulfiqar, age 24, of Brooklyn, performing donuts as he drove a 2024 BMW M3 Competition among several other vehicles while numerous pedestrians watched, police said. Zulfiqar was arrest…
6 Employees Busted Selling Vapes To Minors At Long Island Businesses, Police Say 6 Employees Busted Selling Vapes To Minors At Long Island Businesses, Police Say
6 Employees Busted Selling Vapes To Minors At Long Island Businesses, Police Say Six employees are facing charges after allegedly selling vape products to customers under the age of 21 at Long Island businesses. All six employees were arrested during compliance checks that were conducted at several Suffolk County businesses on Tuesday, Feb. 6, according to police. Of the 10 businesses checked, the following employees were allegedly caught selling e-nicotine products to minors: Alexis Granades, age 22, of Huntington Station; an employee at Its Lit Smoke Shop on New York Avenue in Huntington Brandon Ireland, age 20, of Melville; an employee at Huntington Village Vapes o…
Man Killed In Overnight Fire At Long Island Home Man Killed In Overnight Fire At Long Island Home
Man Killed In Overnight Fire At Long Island Home A man has been found dead hours after a fire tore through a Long Island home. Firefighters were called at around 4:40 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 26, for a fire at a Melville house located on Wilmington Drive near Westbourne Lane. Nearly 100 firefighters from multiple departments spent two hours working to get the fire under control, officials said. Flames eventually spread to much of the home, causing its roof to collapse. The blaze was deemed under control by 6:30 a.m. Crews spent the rest of the morning and early afternoon using excavators to search the debris for any victims. Shortly after 1…
'Best Foodie Spot' Found At This Long Island Restaurant, Online Reviewers Say 'Best Foodie Spot' Found At This Long Island Restaurant, Online Reviewers Say
'Best Foodie Spot' Found At This Long Island Restaurant, Online Reviewers Say If you’re looking for a meal to remember, don’t miss this Long Island hotspot. Maroni Cuisine, located in Northport at 18 Woodbine Avenue, garnered the most recommendations in a post on the Long Island Restaurant Group Facebook page asking where to find the “best foodie spot on Long Island.” “I’m thinking tasting menu or unique experience,” Patty Ann, of Babylon, said in her post Saturday, Dec. 16. Nearly 150 of her fellow foodies came to Ann’s aid, offering up their favorite Long Island dining spots serving up that something extra. Of course, there were a few wisecrackers in the comment…
'Beautiful, Joyful Soul': New Mom, Dance Teacher From Long Island Dies At Age 35 'Beautiful, Joyful Soul': New Mom, Dance Teacher From Long Island Dies At Age 35
'Beautiful, Joyful Soul': New Mom, Dance Teacher From Long Island Dies At Age 35 Tributes are pouring in following the unexpected death of a beloved dance instructor, wife, and new mother from Long Island. Andrea Kolbe, of Huntington, died Monday, Dec. 11, one day after her 35th birthday, according to her obituary. Her death followed a battle with postpartum depression, leaving her husband Chazz and their 3-month-old son to grapple with her immense loss, said a GoFundMe by Heather Umhafer. Kolbe was known in the community as a co-owner and dance instructor at Art In Motion Dance Center of Melville and Commack, where she spent 14 years. “Our hearts are broken as we sad…
Still No Suspect After LIE Hit-Run Crash Killing 'Loving, Goofy' Husband, Father Still No Suspect After LIE Hit-Run Crash Killing 'Loving, Goofy' Husband, Father
Still No Suspect After LIE Hit-Run Crash Killing 'Loving, Goofy' Husband, Father It’s been a year since a beloved husband and father was killed in a hit-and-run crash on the Long Island Expressway, and police still have no suspects. Robert Twiford, age 61, of Melville, died Dec. 5, 2022, after being struck on the off-ramp of eastbound I-495 at exit 60 in Ronkonkoma. Suffolk County Police said Twiford was lying in the roadway at around 8 p.m when he was struck by at least one vehicle, which fled the scene. Earlier Report: Melville Man Killed In Hit-Run Crash On Long Island Expressway In Ronkonkoma He was taken to Stony Brook University Hospital where he died fro…
Winning $1M Mega Millions Ticket Sold At Long Island Convenience Store Winning $1M Mega Millions Ticket Sold At Long Island Convenience Store
Winning $1M Mega Millions Ticket Sold At Long Island Convenience Store A winning lottery ticket worth $1 million was sold at a Long Island convenience store. The second prize-winning Mega Millions ticket from the drawing on Tuesday, Aug. 1, was purchased in Melville, at the 7-Eleven located at 613 Broadhollow Road, New York Lottery announced. Tuesday’s winning numbers were 8-24-30-45-61 and the Mega Ball is 12. Nobody won the top jackpot, which is now estimated at $1.25 billion. The next drawing will be held Friday, Aug. 4, at 11 p.m. ET. 
'Excellent Food, Drinks': New Restaurant Deemed 'Welcome Addition' To Long Island 'Excellent Food, Drinks': New Restaurant Deemed 'Welcome Addition' To Long Island
'Excellent Food, Drinks': New Restaurant Deemed 'Welcome Addition' To Long Island A new restaurant and cocktail bar on Long Island is making a splash weeks after opening. Birdie Bar, located in Northport at 688 Fort Salonga Road, held its grand opening on Monday, April 24, in the space formerly occupied by Seven Quarts Tavern. Under the direction of Chef Antonio Guillen, the eatery serves up an array of tantalizing entrees and cocktails “crafted with purpose,” according to its Facebook page. Among the menu options is the French dip sandwich, made with prime rib, caramelized onion, gruyere, pickled jalapeno, au jus, and fries. Diners can also opt for the 28-ounce bone…
Charity Prez Admits Defrauding Long Island Businesses Out Of Thousands Charity Prez Admits Defrauding Long Island Businesses Out Of Thousands
Charity Prez Admits Defrauding Long Island Businesses Out Of Thousands The president of a local autism charity is now a convicted felon after admitting that he defrauded Long Island businesses out of thousands of dollars. Gregory Vasicek, age 60, of Queens, pleaded guilty to a charge of scheme to defraud in Suffolk County Court on Friday, May 12. According to the Suffolk County DA’s Office, between April and May 2022, Vasicek wrote numerous checks from the bank account of his charity, Play4Autism, knowing that the organization did not have the funds to pay for the services and property being purchased. Among the companies that fell victim to his scheme were a…
Suspected Long Island Bank Robber Sought By Police Suspected Long Island Bank Robber Sought By Police
Suspected Long Island Bank Robber Sought By Police A man who attempted to rob a bank, and later that day successfully robbed another, is being searched for by police, according to authorities. Both incidents occurred on Friday, May 12. Suffolk County police reported that at 9:42 a.m., a man between the ages of 25 and 30 attempted to rob the East Farmingdale Bethpage Federal Credit Union, located at 1033 Route 109. The would-be robber allegedly passed a note to a bank teller demanding money, but the teller did not comply and the man fled on foot. However, about 20 minutes later, the man entered a Melville Bethpage Federal Credit Union, …
Trio Steals Over $1,000 In Merchandise From LI Store, Police Say Trio Steals Over $1,000 In Merchandise From LI Store, Police Say
Trio Steals Over $1,000 In Merchandise From LI Store, Police Say Police are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying and locating three thieves who stole from a sporting goods store on Long Island. Two men and a woman were spotted stealing $1,865 worth of clothes from the Melville DICK’S Sporting Goods on March 11, according to Suffolk County Police. Authorities said the trio left the scene in a white SUV. Have you seen this car? Police say the shoplifters left the scene in this white SUV.Suffolk County Police Department The Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information that can lead to the thieves’ arrests. An…
Prostitution Busts: 2 Women Charged After Separate Raids At Suffolk County Massage Parlors Prostitution Busts: 2 Women Charged After Separate Raids At Suffolk County Massage Parlors
Prostitution Busts: 2 Women Charged After Separate Raids At Suffolk County Massage Parlors Two women have been charged with prostitution after separate raids at a pair of Long Island massage parlors. The first raid happened around 3:15 p.m. Tuesday, April 11 in Port Jefferson Station In response to community complaints, authorities conducted an investigation into an unnamed spa located at 10 Medical Drive, Suite D. Following an investigation, Shidi Zhang, age 37, of Flushing, Queens, was arrested and charged with unauthorized practice of a profession, a felony.  Zhang was released on a desk appearance ticket and is scheduled to appear at First District …
$5K Fast Cash Reward Offered In Deadly Hit-Run Long Island Expressway Crash In Ronkonkoma $5K Fast Cash Reward Offered In Deadly Hit-Run Long Island Expressway Crash In Ronkonkoma
$5K Fast Cash Reward Offered In Deadly Hit-Run Long Island Expressway Crash In Ronkonkoma Suffolk County Police and Crime Stoppers are offering a $5,000 "fast cash" reward that leads to an arrest in a deadly hit-and-run crash that killed an area man. The incident took place in Suffolk County around 8 p.m., Dec. 5, 2022, on the Long Island Expressway in Ronkonkoma. A fast cash reward of up to $5,000 is now being offered for information that leads to an arrest. The reward will be issued within seven days of an arrest, Crime Stoppers said. The crash took place when Robert Twiford, age 61, of Melville, parked his vehicle on the off-ramp of eastbound Long Island Expressway at Exit …
New Bed Bath & Beyond Closures Include Yonkers Store New Bed Bath & Beyond Closures Include Yonkers Store
New Bed Bath & Beyond Closures Include Yonkers Store Nearly two dozen New York locations are among a new round of scheduled closures announced by struggling home goods retailer Bed Bath & Beyond. Another 87 stores are due to close in 2023, the company announced this week, including 23 locations in New York. That brings the total number of Bed Bath & Beyond locations scheduled to close to at least 162 announced since September 2022. A spokesperson told Axios that the latest round of closures will include all of the company's Harmon beauty shops, as well as five Buy Buy Baby locations. “This store fleet reduction expands the compan…
Fatal LIE Crash: ID Released For Selden Man Hit By 2 Vehicles After Exiting F-150 In Melville Fatal LIE Crash: ID Released For Selden Man Hit By 2 Vehicles After Exiting F-150 In Melville
Fatal LIE Crash: ID Released For Selden Man Hit By 2 Vehicles After Exiting F-150 In Melville The identity has been released of a man who was killed after being struck by two separate vehicles when he stepped out of his pickup truck parked on the shoulder of the Long Island Expressway.  The incident happened just after 7 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 22 in Melville. A man was driving a 2018 Ford F-150 on the westbound side when he pulled to the side of the road and exited the vehicle, Suffolk County Police said. He then walked into the middle lane of the highway just west of Exit 50 and was struck by a 2013 Chevrolet Malibu being operated by a 40-year-old Franklin Square ma…
Fatal LIE Crash: Man Struck By 2 Vehicles After Exiting Pickup Truck In Melville Fatal LIE Crash: Man Struck By 2 Vehicles After Exiting Pickup Truck In Melville
Fatal LIE Crash: Man Struck By 2 Vehicles After Exiting Pickup Truck In Melville Updated story - Fatal LIE Crash: ID Released For Selden Man Hit By 2 Vehicles After Exiting F-150 In Melville A man who stepped out of his pickup truck parked on the shoulder of the Long Island Expressway was killed after being struck by two separate vehicles. The incident happened just after 7 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 22 in Melville. A man was driving a 2018 Ford F-150 on the westbound side when he pulled to the side of the road and exited the vehicle, Suffolk County Police said. He then walked into the middle lane of the highway just west of Exit 50 and was struck by a 201…