NY 'Torso Killer' Admits To Killing Teacher, 4 Other Murders NY 'Torso Killer' Admits To Killing Teacher, 4 Other Murders
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 …
Rockville Centre Ice Cream Shop Closing After More Than 10 Years In Business Rockville Centre Ice Cream Shop Closing After More Than 10 Years In Business
Rockville Centre Ice Cream Shop Closing After More Than 10 Years In Business A Long Island ice cream shop is set to close its doors after more than a decade in business. Five Pennies Creamery in Rockville Centre will permanently close in December, owner Dan Levine said in a message to customers. “Serving this community has been one of my proudest accomplishments and highlights of my life," Levine said. "I've seen generations of kids and families grow; I have grown with them. While these past years have proven tumultuous for our country, ice cream has stood as the great unifier. Day in and day out, I have served smiling faces who laugh in the face of darkne…
Man Arraigned For Allegedly Fatally Shooting Girlfriend In Penthouse Apartment In Mineola Man Arraigned For Allegedly Fatally Shooting Girlfriend In Penthouse Apartment In Mineola
Man Arraigned For Allegedly Fatally Shooting Girlfriend In Penthouse Apartment In Mineola A Long Island man has been indicted for allegedly shooting his girlfriend to death in her apartment complex. Mark Small, age 55, of Elmont, was arraigned on Tuesday, Sept. 20, on charges of second-degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon for the shooting death which took place in Mineola on Saturday, July 30, said Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly. According to the investigation, 39-year-old Marivel Estevez worked in management at the Allure Mineola at 140 Old Country Road and resided there. Earlier report: Suspect In Custody After 39-Year-Old Woman Found Shot, K…
NY Judge Named ‘Special Master’ In DOJ Probe Of Trump’s Handling Of Classified Docs NY Judge Named ‘Special Master’ In DOJ Probe Of Trump’s Handling Of Classified Docs
NY Judge Named ‘Special Master’ In DOJ Probe Of Trump’s Handling Of Classified Docs A veteran New York judge from Long Island will be tasked with reviewing documents that were seized by the FBI from former President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida. Raymond Dearie, age 79, a senior federal judge in the Eastern District of New York, was named by a federal judge in Florida as a so-called special master Thursday evening, Sept. 15. Dearie was one of two potential candidates put forward by Trump’s legal team and was also endorsed by the Department of Justice. In his role as special master, he will be responsible for reviewing documents and separating out those that …
'Irate' 24-Year-Old Assaults Officer During Arrest On Long Island, Police Say 'Irate' 24-Year-Old Assaults Officer During Arrest On Long Island, Police Say
'Irate' 24-Year-Old Assaults Officer During Arrest On Long Island, Police Say A Long Island man is facing criminal charges after he allegedly assaulted an officer during an arrest. Nassau County Police were called at around 9:40 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7, with reports of an “irate” man causing a disturbance at a home in Hewlett, near Hewlett and Yale avenues. When officers arrived they tried to restrain the man, but he refused their commands and physically resisted arrest, police said. During the scuffle, an officer “sustained injuries,” though the department did not elaborate on the extent of those injuries.  The officer was taken to a hospital for treatment. …
Rockville Centre Man Tried Twice To Carjack Truck From Employee At Mansion, Police Say Rockville Centre Man Tried Twice To Carjack Truck From Employee At Mansion, Police Say
Rockville Centre Man Tried Twice To Carjack Truck From Employee At Mansion, Police Say A Long Island man twice tried – and failed -- to carjack a truck from an employee at a mansion before he crashed his own car and was quickly taken into custody, authorities said. The victim, who works at a multi-million New Jersey home in Bergen County on Piermont Road in Rockleigh near the Rockland County border, chased off James Dickerson, age 44, of Rockville Centre, shortly after 5 a.m. Monday, Northvale Police Lt. Chris Mazzilli said. Dickerson got into his own car and drove off, the lieutenant said. But it didn't end there. The victim followed him and found Dickerson’s car parked a…
Long Island Man Attacks, Injures Officers Checking On His Welfare, Police Say Long Island Man Attacks, Injures Officers Checking On His Welfare, Police Say
Long Island Man Attacks, Injures Officers Checking On His Welfare, Police Say A Long Island man has been charged with allegedly assaulting police after his father requested a welfare check when he failed to show up in court. The incident took place in Baldwin around 1:50 p.m. on Tuesday, July 26. According to detectives, officers responded to a home on Sunrise Highway for a welfare check called in by the father of 20-year-old Marcellus Morris, of Rockville Centre, said the Nassau County Police. The father told officers his son did not show up for his court appearance, scheduled for earlier in the day, police said. After making several attempts t…
Police Investigate After Anti-Semitic Flyers Left On Front Lawns In Oceanside, Rockville Centre Police Investigate After Anti-Semitic Flyers Left On Front Lawns In Oceanside, Rockville Centre
Police Investigate After Anti-Semitic Flyers Left On Front Lawns In Oceanside, Rockville Centre Police are investigating after bags of anti-Semitic flyers were left on Long Islanders' front lawns. Residents in Oceanside and Rockville Centre reported that they recovered clear plastic bags containing multiple flyers at about 9:50 a.m. on Thursday, July 21, the Nassau County Police Department reported. NCPD said the bags were found on lawns of homes throughout both neighborhoods. Investigators believe a white 2009-2010 Toyota Prius may be involved, because the car was scene in the areas where the flyers were distributed. Police asked anyone who may have information about the vehicle or…
Popular Eatery Opens Fourth Long Island Location Popular Eatery Opens Fourth Long Island Location
Popular Eatery Opens Fourth Long Island Location The owners of a popular group of restaurants have opened their fourth Long Island location, and first in Suffolk County. Dirty Taco + Tequila began serving customers at their new location in Patchogue in March. The restaurant is located at 32 West Main St. The owners also operate locations in Rockville Centre, Woodbury, and Wantagh. The new location has already begun seeing positive reviews from customers. "I've been to all 4 locations," Vanessa C., of a Plainview, said in a Yelp review. "All are consistent with food and drink quality. I love the Mexican-Asian fusion. Nothing quite …
Man Charged After Attacking Employees, Punching Officer In Eye On Long Island Man Charged After Attacking Employees, Punching Officer In Eye On Long Island
Man Charged After Attacking Employees, Punching Officer In Eye On Long Island A man has been charged with allegedly attacking a police officer and punching him in the eye during an arrest attempt on Long Island. The incident took place in Oceanside around 3:10 a.m., Friday, June 17. According to detectives, Julian Lynch, age 28, of Brooklyn, entered a 7-11 located at 475 Merrick Road. Once inside, he initiated a verbal altercation with a 36-year-old employee and walked around the counter, and hit the victim multiple times with a closed fist in the eye, causing him to hit his head on the counter and fall to the ground. Lynch left the scene prior t…
Accused Shoplifter From Rockville Centre Becomes Combative With Cops In Oceanside, Police Say Accused Shoplifter From Rockville Centre Becomes Combative With Cops In Oceanside, Police Say
Accused Shoplifter From Rockville Centre Becomes Combative With Cops In Oceanside, Police Say A Long Island woman accused of shoplifting at a Victoria's Secret store became combative, resulting in the hospitalization of a responding officer, police said. Police responded to Victoria’s Secret in Oceanside, located at 3527 Long Beach Road, Friday, June 10, at 3 p.m. for multiple larcenies that occurred in June.  While a Loss Prevention Officer was reporting the prior incidents, the woman responsible entered the store, began to take store merchandise and concealed it in the front of her pants, according to police.  The woman exited the store without making any attempt to pa…
Man Killed In Rollover Crash On Busy Rockville Centre Roadway Man Killed In Rollover Crash On Busy Rockville Centre Roadway
Man Killed In Rollover Crash On Busy Rockville Centre Roadway Police are investigating a fatal crash on a busy Long Island roadway. It happened around 9:50 a.m. Friday, June 3 in Rockville Centre. A 92-year-old man was operating a 2017 Nissan SUV northbound on Peninsula Boulevard when he struck the rear of another vehicle at the intersection of North Village Avenue, Nassau County Police said.  The collision caused the Nissan to roll over, police said.  The driver was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead, according to police.  The other vehicle was a 2010 Lexus sedan, which had two occupants, and was stopp…