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A suspected drug dealer and illegal immigrant who prosecutors say left a trail of sickened schoolkids in his wake is back on Long Island after allegedly trying to make a run for the border.
Massage Horror: LI Spa Worker Busted After Complaints
A Long Island spa worker is behind bars after cops say he turned relaxing massages into alleged moments of violation, and now investigators fear there could be more victims.
Crime Sketch Artist Turns WFHS Kids Into Detectives
William Floyd High School students recently gained a unique, hands-on look at the intersection of art and criminal justice during a special assembly and workshop led by Suffolk County Police Department forensic artist Danielle Gruttadaurio.
Team E.V.A. Honors Veterans at Brookhaven Town Hall
Brookhaven Town officials welcomed Team E.V.A. to Town Hall as part of the 10th annual “Every Veteran Appreciated” (E.V.A.) initiative, a weeklong tribute honoring veterans, active-duty service members, and fallen heroes across Long Island.
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Gummy Bust Suspect Busted Trying Border Escape
A suspected drug dealer and illegal immigrant who prosecutors say left a trail of sickened schoolkids in his wake is back on Long Island after allegedly trying to make a run for the border.
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South Country Lifeline Secures School Year, Adds Oversight
Two local leaders stand side by side, their shared vision and steady leadership coming into focus in a moment that highlights unity, experience, and a commitment to the community’s future.
Inferno on Fire Island: Marine Cops Rush to Stop Blaze
A fast-moving fire in Ocean Beach drew a swift, multi-agency response, with Suffolk County Police Marine Bureau officers playing a key role in containing the blaze and preventing further damage in the waterfront community.
Smithtown Students Step Into Lawmakers’ Shoes
Students from Smithtown High Schools East and West traded their classrooms for the Suffolk County Legislature chamber last week, stepping into the roles of lawmakers during a hands-on mock legislative session in Hauppauge.
Gun-Toting Repeat Offender Busted in Gas Station Heist
A career criminal who once again picked up a gun is now staring down a potential life sentence after a brazen, early-morning gas station holdup in Suffolk County.
Greenport Event Launches Safe Boating Week Campaign
A boating safety event in Greenport will mark the launch of National Safe Boating Week as the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary’s Southold Flotilla works to promote life saving practices across the East End.
Navy Officer Pushes Fitness, Readiness at BBP School
A Bayport-Blue Point High School physical education class got a firsthand look at the discipline and demands of military fitness when a visiting Navy officer led an engaging lesson on strength, nutrition and mental resilience.
Zeldin Torches Dem in Fiery EPA Showdown
The Shirley native, now serving as EPA administrator, has long carried that hometown edge into Washington, an approach that was on full display during a fiery Capitol Hill clash with Democratic Rep. Rosa DeLauro.
Drug-Fueled Sex Trafficking Leads to Long Slammer Sentence
A Farmingville man has been sentenced to a lengthy prison term following his conviction on multiple sex trafficking charges, Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced.
Center Moriches Schools Complete Facility Upgrades
The Center Moriches School District has completed a comprehensive series of facility upgrades and maintenance projects during the 2025–2026 school year, with a focus on improving learning environments, enhancing safety, and maintaining the overall quality of its buildings.
Illegal Immigrant Accused of Raping, Beating Man
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that a 32-year-old Honduran national, an illegal immigrant, has been indicted on multiple violent felony charges in connection with the alleged rape and assault of a man outside an Amityville restaurant earlier this year.
Ping Pong Powers Parkinson’s Fundraiser
Residents, caregivers, and healthcare professionals gathered in Center Moriches this week for an event that was as spirited as it was meaningful.
Accused WHCA Dinner Shooter Meets Judge, Secret Service Is On Trial
Man Accused In WHCA Dinner Shooting Faces Charges As Security Questions Mount.
Stony Brook Showcases Stroke Unit, Robotic Care
Innovations in emergency response and surgery are transforming care across Long Island.
Beloved Educator Eleanor Hoyt, 88
A beloved teacher, gardener, and historian leaves a lasting legacy in Center Moriches.
One Day In Medford
A day spent biking, reading, and exploring reveals the hidden gems that make Medford feel like home.
Piping Plovers Return To Long Island Beaches
Each spring, the return of piping plovers reshapes how Long Islanders share the shoreline.
Security Blasted After Shooter Sprints Within 100 Feet of President
A glamorous evening exposes the risks of being president.
George Santos: Build the White House Ballroom!
There are moments in Washington when the mask slips, when the carefully constructed illusion of decorum gives way to something far more revealing.
A Veteran’s Journey From Service To Healing
Army veteran Donna Zephrine reflects on her Long Island roots, two Iraq deployments, PTSD, education, and the healing power of staying connected.
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