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Patchogue Man Convicted of Raping his Child and Half-Sister
A jury trial was presented with what they ultimately ruled as overwhelming evidence confirming the 38-year-old criminal had sexually abused his daughter when she was between the ages of 5 and 13, and his half-sister when she was 15 years old.
Suffolk County Legislature Recognizes Veterans
During their General Meeting in Hauppauge on Tuesday, November 25th, each of the 18 legislators introduced a Veteran from their respective districts, highlighting the individual’s military background and local contributions.
Coram Man Charged with Arson
Altariq Nixon, 43, of Coram, has been accused of setting a late-night fire that damaged a home while two occupants were inside, the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office announced on Tuesday, November 25th.
Selden Driver Indicted for Fleeing Scene of Fatal Accident
According to the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office, Lan Truong, 44, stands charged in connection with the November 5th collision that resulted in the death of Victoria Hutson, 37.
Kings Park Bartenders Arrested, Served 200 Under-21 Patrons
Suffolk police announced over the weekend that a late-night inspection at Celtic Crossing Tavern — located on Pulaski Road in Kings Park — resulted in the arrest of three bartenders and the establishment’s immediate, albeit temporary, shutdown.
NYS Arts Council Rewards Grants to Suffolk County Groups
Governor Kathy Hochul announced hat more than 2,400 grants totaling over $63 million were awarded to support nonprofit arts and culture organizations.
I’m thankful for the golf cart scenes in “Hall Pass”
The general public does not consider the raunchy R-rated studio comedy one of the bona fide classics in the brotherly moviemaking duo’s shared filmography, which also includes “Dumb and Dumber” and “There’s Something About Mary.” However, my friends and I sure do.
Alex vs. A-Rod: Dawn of Justice
With Rodriguez on board for the deep dive, the documentary posits there were two sides to the 3-time Major Leauge Baseball MVP that were in constant clash.
Rink of dreams: Smithtown hockey player determined post-NDE
Doctors feared Connor Dubeau would not be able to walk again after he shattered the C4 bone in his neck diving into Gilgo Beach waters just this past summer.
Nosotros Queremos: New Taco Bell a possibility in Medford
The Brookhaven Town Board convened a public hearing on Thursday to consider a proposal that has circulated for months: demolishing an existing Medford bank building and replacing it with a Taco Bell.
Eelgrass remediation in ESM: what’s it all about?
Members of the Eastport-South Manor Science Honor Society recently volunteered in an eelgrass remediation initiative. They collaborated with partners at SAVE Environmental on the project.
Infant suffers fentanyl poisoning, Brentwood man charged
Suffolk County officials announced the arrest of Henry Martinez, 21, this week. The Brentwood resident faces multiple charges following an incident in which an eight-month-old infant in his care suffered fentanyl poisoning and required emergency lifesaving treatment.
"Christmas Eve in Miller's Point" — now streaming on Hulu!
Primarily shot in Smithtown, Holbrook, and Selden in 2023, The New Yorker’s No. 2-ranked film of 2024 is now streaming for free on Hulu.
Uncle Guiseppe’s croons into Bohemia ahead of Thanksgiving
The brand-new location, which grand-opened on Friday, Nov. 14th, now serves as the flagship tenant for the Sayville Plaza, filling the 40,000-square-foot space vacated by Babies “R” Us years ago.
Islip's Harp & Hound temporarily closed after kitchen fire
The Islip Fire Department reported to the pub and restaurant on the morning of Wednesday, November 12th, to promptly extinguish the flames.
Local “Bowlers to Veterans Link” chapter sets $1 mil goal
Maple Family Centers—which owns Coram County Lanes—hosts Bowlers to Veterans Link (est. 1942), a non-profit organization with fundraisers designed to improve the quality of life for Veterans and active-duty service members.
That is a tasty burger: Shake Shack opening Selden location
Move over, Lake Grove: a Shake Shack is coming to Selden on Thursday, November 20th, just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Deadly West Babylon house party update: Syosset teen charged
Earlier this week, Suffolk County Police announced that a 17-year-old male from Syosset has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with the death of 15-year-old Liam Delemo.
“Enough to kill us all” – DA Tierney’s latest fentanyl takedown
Six men in total were accused of trafficking “catastrophic” quantities of fentanyl, synthetic opioids, heroin, and cocaine through the Bronx and across Long Island’s East End. The suspects were booked in West Islip, Bay Shore, Wyandanch, Lindenhurst, and the Bronx.
President Trump meets hero Suffolk cop nearly killed on LIE
“Thank you to Donald J. Trump for taking the time to meet hero SCPD Officer Brendon Gallagher,” the Suffolk County PBA wrote in its post. “Even with the most demanding job in the world President Trump is never too busy to make time for the men and women in blue.”
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Don't Expect Bregman to Pay Off
This week, one of the bigger names in the free agency cycle signed with the Chicago Cubs, and fantasy managers everywhere sighed. Usually, anyone heading to Wrigley Field is viewed as a positive, but for Alex Bregman, more information has emerged suggesting this move could spell trouble for his fantasy outlook. Bregman is a right-handed pull hitter who previously played in two of the more favorable home parks for that profile in Houston and Boston. Both parks feature short left-field dimensions that reward pulled fly balls and help inflate power numbers.
Futures Bettors Will Be Smiling
The College Football Championship is set, and it pits two of the more unlikely teams against each other. Indiana may have the largest living alumni base in the country, with more than 800,000 graduates, but few expected the Hoosiers to reach this stage. They feature zero five-star recruits and have instead relied on depth, discipline, and consistency while dominating all season long.