News by Michael J. Reistetter
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Safety in Boating: DA Tierney, US Coast Guard Enhance Local Maritime Law
On May 21st, the DA announced the implementation of “Aqua Alert” — an innovative pilot program designed to strengthen emergency response efforts across eastern Suffolk County’s waterways.
ESM Compendium: Future Newscasters and Poets Blossom at Elementary Level
Eastport Elementrary students were divided into groups, where they could act out producer, director, camera crew, audio crew, newscaster and guest roles from a prewritten script.
I Saw Sinners: AMC Offering $7 Tuesday Matinees for Members (Free to Sign-Up!)
Having raked in over $320 million against a $90 budget, unheard of for all non-Tarantino filmmakers cranking out original IP these days, the film does true damage in the best sense possible by way of director Ryan Coogler.
Thunderbirds: Assemble! US Air Force Jets Fly Over Jones Beach En Route to MacArthur
Before they made their way to Suffolk County, the jets offered a taste of what was to come for Jones Beachgoers, with the Thunderbirds returning as the official headliners of this Memorial Day Weekend’s two-day airshow.
Death by Stabbing: Woman Indicted for Brutally Butchering Ex-Lover Near Bay Shore Train Station
Nikeya Barker, 44, was charged with Murder in the Second Degree for fatally stabbing her former love interest, Shurvell Rush, Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney announced.
25 to Life: Patchogue Felon Convicted of Shooting into Mastic Beach Home
The 58-year-old repeat offender was convicted in a jury trial of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, DA Tierney announced on May 16th.
Party at the Roasthouse! Popular Sandwich Chain Sets Up Shop in Babylon
Roast Sandwich House grand-opened its sixth location on May 19th at 114 Deer Park Avenue in Babylon Village.
Citations and Vehicle Impoundments for Reckless Medford Drivers
38 citations were issued to the six drivers whose vehicles were also seized.
Hallelujah! HBO Max is Back in Action
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) announced at its upfronts on Tuesday, May 14th, that Max would rebrand to HBO Max—the same name it forfeited just two short years ago.
A Healthy Island Expansion: NYU Langone Opens Care Center in Westhampton Beach
Located at 131 Sunset Avenue, the NYU Langone Medical Associates—Westhampton center staffs five health care providers.
Distinguished Jewish Americans Recognized by Suffolk County
County Executive Romaine and his colleagues in the Legislature honored various Suffolk County residents of Jewish heritage at the H. Lee Dennison Building in Hauppauge on May 7th.
No Objection: Leg. Bontempi Hosts Walt Whitman HS Mock Trial
"The students presented many of the points raised in our debates and even brought some new perspectives on the issues," said Bontempi. "It was a pleasure to watch them engage with such eagerness and insight."
Murder in the Second Degree: Mastic Man Convicted of Killing Friend
According to the Suffolk County DA's Office, James Brown, 45, of Mastic, was found guilty of murdering his longtime friend Ulmar Eliquhir, also 45 and of Mastic, in Nov. 2023.
Wall of Shame: Sheriff Toulon Takes Suffolk's Top 10 Deadbeat Dads to Task
Ahead of Mother's Day , Sheriff Toulon delivered a timely press conference at the Yaphank Correctional Facility—where an aptly-named "wall of shame" now stands.
This Past Weekend: The 94th Annual Hauppauge Fire Department Installation
Honorees included former Captains Greg Gottlieb, Robert L. Wind and Scott D. Munro.
Animal Abuse Registry Strengthened Per Leg. Bontempi, Suffolk County Exec Romaine
Legislator Bontempi began talks in June 2024 with SPCA Chief Roy Gross to revisit and reform the Animal Abuse Registry that Romaine first greenlit as a legislator in October 2010.
Hey Mr. Blue Sky! Former ELO Members Bringing The Orchestra to Patchogue This Fall
To purchase tickets to the Sept. 10th show, visit PatchogueTheater.org or call the Theatre's box office at (631) 207-1313.
Sickening: 28 Cats Found Dead, 69 Rescued in Bohemia Hoarding Horror Show
The “cats were found living in unsanitary and inhuman conditions,” the Suffolk SPCA said in a statement.
Mighty Audit Monday: Suffolk Comptroller Recovers $1.7 Million
Comptroller Kennedy's latest audit of Anthem BlueCross BlueShield revealed overpaid medical expenses.
Late LI Native Officer Jonathan Diller Enshrined at NYPD HQ 'Wall of Heroes'
The Franklin Square native's surviving relatives sat front and center at the 1 Police Plaza-held ceremony that honored he and over 40 other fallen police officers.
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Record Setting Maggie McCormick Competes at Nationals
The Bay Shore Schools Board of Education recently recognized and congratulated girls varsity cross country standout Maggie McCormick for her outstanding achievements on the track and on the national stage. McCormick, who has committed to the University of Florida, was honored for her performance at the Nike Cross Country Nationals, one of the most prestigious high school running events in the country.
Ducks Have First Signing of 2026
The Long Island Ducks have announced the team’s first signing of 2026, welcoming Major League veteran outfielder Jacob Robson. Robson will begin his first season with the Ducks, his second in the Atlantic League, and his 10th season in professional baseball.
The King is Back in the South Shore Press
The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.