News by Michael J. Reistetter
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A Mother’s Love: Setauket Biotech Innovator Named 2025 NYS Senate Woman of Distinction
After her infant son was diagnosed with a rare neurodevelopment disease, Dr. Yiwei founded the TNPO2 Foundation, a non-profit geared toward revolutionizing early diagnosis and treatment for children with rare conditions.
T-Birds to Serve Country: Connetquot HS Honors Students Entering Military
A special recognition ceremony was held on June 20th to celebrate the district's nine graduating senior's set to join the armed services.
When the Bodies Hit the Floor: What Happened to NYC's Most Whacked Out Exhibit?
"Bodies: The Exhibition" concluded its Manhattan foothold in 2016 after years of "murky corpse origin" confirmations and general cadaver usage-based, human rights violation controversies.
“Stay” by Rihanna On Repeat! Hooters of Farmingdale to Remain in Business
Long Island’s last Hooters in operation will maintain its post despite mass foreclosures nationwide. Here's a toast to those we've lost along the way.
Matthew Zoll Memorial: "(He) …developed a Severe Form of Schizophrenia"
The departed Sound Beach resident who made headlines for killing his father was memoralized in a Christian mass ceremony on Saturday, June 14th, a day ahead of Father's Day.
Islip Terrace Man Indicted for Fentanyl, Cocaine Possession Amidst Three Young Children
Williams, 39, of Islip Terrace, and girlfriend Keirsten Escobar were also both charged with Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Suffolk County DA Ray Tierney announced.
Violent Rage, Meet Consequence: DA Tierney Announces “25 to Life” for Mastic Murderer
Convicted last month for killing his longtime friend, James Brown, 45, of Mastic was formally sentenced on Monday, June 16th.
Spota Spotted: Disgraced Former DA Out of Prison, Working at Hauppauge Law Firm
Out on work release, Spota is under the supervision of the same Hauppauge criminal defense attorney who defended him against corruption charges years ago.
Sickening: Snapchat Predator Indicted for Raping Two Children in Smithtown
Bradley Schioppa, 18, of Bay Shore, was indicted for Rape in the First Degree on Wednesday, June 11th. He is charged with sexually abusing two 11-year-old boys he met over Snapchat.
Inside the Heuermann Home: Peacock Doc Spotlights Family of (Alleged) Gilgo Killer
50 Cent's "The Gilgo Beach Killer: House of Secrets" covers the police corruption that stalled the investigation, and the toll constant search warrants and media scrutiny has taken on the family Rex Heuermann left behind.
Manhunt Over: Body Found in East Shoreham Pool Last Month ID’d as Wanted Father-Slayer
Matthew Zoll — missing since Nov. 9th — was reportedly discovered on May 25th beneath a partially ajar Loop-Loc pool cover in the backyard of a home located on Pal Court.
Royal Rangers Recognized
The Boy Scouts of America-adjacent “Royal Rangers” is a boys mentoring program organized through the Assemblies of God Churches and all related affiliates.
Moriches Mother Murdered
James Quininchetta, 40, of Ridge, was arrested for killing Rebecca Roth, 33—reportedly over a $1,500 debt.
School’s Out: Former Sachem Elementary PTA President Arrested for Grand Larceny
Pamela McManus, 42, of Holbrook allegedly stole over #27,000 from Nokomis Elementary School’s Parent Teacher Association (PTA), for which she served as President from July 1st, 2021 to June 30th, 2024.
Olive Oil! Farmers Market Frenzy Opens Outside Dennison Building in Hauppauge
“I’ve been to a lot of local farmers' markets within the district and without, and I think it’s a great way to invest in local businesses,” Legislator Jason Richberg told the South Shore Press.
EXCLUSIVE: Centereach Ralph’s Speaks with SSP About Egg Bucket Basket Case
“This is a nice store,” the owner reaffirmed. “This is a happy business for families to have fun at.”
Shock Value Shenanigans: Coram Prankster, 21, Charged for Centereach Disturbances
Kyle Vazquez was arrested in Centereach on Monday night at 8:20 p.m., and was charged with three counts of Dissemination of an Unlawful Surveillance Image in the First Degree, three counts of Unlawful Surveillance in the Second Degree, and two counts of Criminal Tampering.
Order in the Court: Law Career Day at Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School
Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School students recently participated in Law Career Day, which was held on May 22nd.
East Hampton Cocaine Kingpin Convicted
A Brooklyn man, Michael Khodorkovskiy, 45, was sentenced to 10 years in prison followed by five years of post-release supervision, Suffolk County DA Ray Tierney announced.
Don’t Say Goodbye to Hollywood: LIMEHOF Offering Discounted Scenes From its Billy Joel Exhibit
Those interested in redeeming the discount can use promo code “welovebilly” on LIMEHOF’s ticket page at limusichalloffame.org. Visitors will receive $5 off if they purchase tickets by June 6th.
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Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk
Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.
New SUNY tuition program for military starting Spring 2026
SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. announced the launch of the SUNY Military Tuition Rate Program.
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.