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Crime

Murder Charge Filed After Sleeping Massapequa Man Fatally Stabbed in Neck, Police Say; Victim Died…

George Mcgregor Jun 3, 2026

Kristin Sculley, 22, of Massapequa, was arrested by Nassau County Police and charged with second-degree murder in connection with the fatal stabbing of 28-year-old Robert Michael Carragher Jr. on June 1, 2026. She was arraigned in First…
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Crime

Bayport Woman Charged With Murder in Death of 7-Year-Old Girl; Mother and Daughter Also Indicted

George Mcgregor May 20, 2026

A photo released by the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office shows 7-year-old Jor’Dynn Duncan smiling while holding a stuffed bunny. Prosecutors say the Bayport child died in December 2025 following months of alleged abuse and neglect…
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Business

Suffolk Courts Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month

George Mcgregor May 14, 2026

Members of the Court’s Jewish American Heritage Month Planning Committee stand together after the event (L-R): Support Magistrate Jennifer Mendelsohn, Court Attorney Referee Cheryl Helfer, local attorney Francine Moss, Esq., Supervising…
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Crime

Deer Park Woman Convicted After Jury Trial in Explosive Domestic Assault Case; Faces 25 Year…

George Mcgregor Apr 26, 2026

Keyonna Waddell of Deer Park was convicted following a jury trial in Suffolk County on charges related to a violent domestic incident involving an explosive device. She faces up to 25 years in prison at her upcoming sentencing. EAST…
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Crime

Two West Palm Beach Men Arrested in Long Island Shooting Investigation; Handgun Recovered During…

George Mcgregor Apr 4, 2026

Mugshots of two 18-year-old suspects arrested in connection with a shots fired incident in Elmont, New York. Authorities identified the individuals as Audubree Steele (right) and Jordan Johnson (left), both of West Palm Beach, Florida.…
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Legal

Members of Suffolk County Courts Give Lecture to Police Academy Cadets on Justice System

George Mcgregor Mar 31, 2026

Hon. John Iliou delivers a legal lecture to members of the 194th Recruit Class at the Suffolk County Police Academy, providing insight into courtroom processes and the structure of Suffolk County’s justice system. Photo credit: Ed…
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Health

Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition Celebrates 25 Years with “Chefs for a Cause” Fundraiser in Babylon…

George Mcgregor Mar 27, 2026

Google Street View image facing The Piermont along Fire Island Avenue in Babylon Village, with views toward the waterfront near Avalon Beach - event location for the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition’s “Chefs for a Cause” fundraiser. Image ©…
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Education

Suffolk County Courts Host Signature Event Honoring Women’s Leadership and Legacy

George Mcgregor Mar 26, 2026

Supervising Judge of Suffolk’s Family Court Hon. Caren Loguerio gives heartfelt remarks as she presents the Hon. Mary Werner Award to family members of her late friend, Hon. Theresa Whelan. Photos credit: Julia Carpenter, NY Unified Court…
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Crime

Violent Felon Sentenced to 24 Years to Life After Shooting at Amityville Baby Shower; Was On Parole…

George Mcgregor Mar 24, 2026

Michael Lyles, 37, of Central Islip, was sentenced to 24 years to life in prison after being convicted of multiple weapons charges stemming from a January 2024 shooting outside a baby shower in North Amityville, according to Suffolk County…
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Business

Appellate Division Presiding Justice Hector LaSalle Visits Brentwood High School

George Mcgregor Mar 24, 2026

Members of New York’s Unified Court System visit the Brentwood High School (L-R): Lieutenant James Martinez, Associate Court Clerk Crystal Douglas, Court Officer Paul McGlynn, Senior Court Clerk Jessica Williams, Presiding Justice of the…
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Business

Matthew Kiernan Appointed Suffolk County District Court Judge

George Mcgregor Mar 21, 2026

Matthew G. Kiernan takes the oath of office during his swearing-in ceremony as Suffolk County District Court Judge in Riverhead, marking the beginning of his new role on the bench. Photo Credit: Doreen Quinn, New York Unified Court System.…
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Business

Suffolk Courts Kick Off Women’s History Month Celebration with ‘Women in the Law’ Panel

George Mcgregor Mar 18, 2026

The Suffolk Courts’ Women in the Law panelists (L-R): Senior Court Reporter Darlene Devlin, Acting Supreme Court Justice and Supervising Judge of Matrimonial Parts Hon. Cheryl Joseph, District Court Judge Hon. Mary Mullen, Judicial…
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Business

Suffolk Supreme Court Justice visits with Business Students at Farmingdale State College

George Mcgregor Mar 12, 2026

Suffolk County Supreme Court Justice Hon. Marian Tinari (center) poses with students at the Farmingdale State College School of Business following a Law Business Forum discussion. Also pictured are former State Assemblyman and former…
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Crime

Sound Beach Man Convicted in Fatal Shooting of Bohemia Homeowner During Attempted Burglary

George Mcgregor Mar 11, 2026

Booking photo released by authorities of Christopher Fernandez, 29, of Sound Beach, who was convicted by a jury of second-degree murder and other charges in connection with the fatal shooting of Bohemia homeowner Michael Hartmann during an…
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Crime

Queens Woman Arrested Following Undercover Investigation at Bethpage Massage Business; Taken Into…

George Mcgregor Mar 3, 2026

Ying Zhou, 49, of Flushing, was arrested by Nassau County Police following an undercover investigation at a Bethpage business and charged with Unauthorized Practice of a Profession and Prostitution, authorities said. BETHPAGE, NY –…
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Crime

Two Men Arrested After Alleged Robbery at Valley Stream Target

George Mcgregor Mar 3, 2026

Jahkeli Mason, 19, of Springfield Gardens, and Darren Gordon, 36, of St. Albans, were arrested and charged with Robbery in the Second Degree and Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree following an alleged shoplifting incident at a Target store…
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Crime

Nine Indicted in Multi-State Crime Spree Involving Burglaries, Carjackings, and Armed Robberies

George Mcgregor Mar 2, 2026

Surveillance image from police-released video shows two masked individuals inside an auto dealership showroom during an alleged overnight burglary in July 2025. Shattered glass is visible near the entrance doors as the suspects move…
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Crime

East Quogue Man Sentenced to Life Without Parole for Torture Killing of Longtime Friend, Christopher…

George Mcgregor Feb 27, 2026

Jeremy Allen, 44, of East Quogue, was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole after being convicted of first-degree murder and tampering with physical evidence in the killing of Christopher Hahn. Image: Suffolk County…
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Crime

Glen Cove Man Arrested in Fatal North Hills Motorcycle Crash That Killed 58-Year-Old Woman

George Mcgregor Feb 21, 2026

Nicholas Varrino, 52, of Glen Cove, was arrested in connection with a July 2025 fatal motorcycle crash in North Hills that resulted in the death of a 58-year-old woman. He is charged with aggravated vehicular homicide and multiple related…
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Business

Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition Marks 25th Anniversary of “Chefs for a Cause” Fundraising Event

George Mcgregor Feb 17, 2026

Members of the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition gather at a past Chefs for a Cause fundraiser, the organization’s signature event celebrating more than three decades of community support for individuals and families affected by breast and…
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Crime

Syosset Man Arrested for Allegedly Diverting $64,000 From Hicksville Auto Dealership

George Mcgregor Feb 12, 2026

Kyle Roberts, 42, of Syosset, was arrested by Nassau County detectives in connection with the alleged diversion of approximately $64,000 from a Hicksville auto dealership. Police say Roberts, who worked as a fleet sales manager at the…
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Crime

Far Rockaway Man Arrested in Armed Robberies at AutoZone and Freeport Insurance Office

George Mcgregor Feb 12, 2026

Tony Ogarro, 61, of Far Rockaway, was arrested and charged with four counts of Robbery in the First Degree in connection with two armed robberies in North Lawrence and Freeport, according to Nassau County police. Authorities allege he…
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Crime

Moriches Man Pleads Guilty to DWI Crash That Killed 19-Year-Old Passenger; Faces 4 to 12 Years in…

George Mcgregor Feb 12, 2026

Luis Gonzalo Barrionuevo Fuertes, 18, of Moriches, pleaded guilty to aggravated vehicular homicide and multiple related charges in connection with a June 2025 drunk driving crash in East Hampton that killed 19-year-old Scarleth…
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Crime

Baldwin Man Charged With Assault and DWI After Domestic Incident and Police Confrontation

George Mcgregor Feb 10, 2026

Harry H. Williams Jr., 64, of Baldwin, was arrested following a domestic disturbance on Newton Avenue that escalated into a confrontation with police, according to Nassau County authorities. Investigators say Williams allegedly assaulted a…
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Crime

Brooklyn Man Arrested in 2021 Elmont Assault Involving Chemical Attack; Victim Suffered Serious…

George Mcgregor Feb 10, 2026

Terrell Campbell, 29, of Brooklyn, was arrested in connection with a 2021 assault in Elmont that left a 21-year-old woman seriously injured, according to Nassau County police. Investigators say the victim was attacked outside her home when…
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Business

Suffolk Courts Continue Black History Month Observance with Film Screening Event

George Mcgregor Feb 10, 2026

Supervising Judge of Supreme Court Matrimonial Parts Hon. Cheryl Joseph gives welcoming remarks to audience. Photo credit: Julia Carpenter, New York Unified Court System CENTRAL ISLIP, NY - The Suffolk County Courts continued their 2026…
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Crime

Assistant Wrestling Coach Arrested After Alleged Inappropriate Contact With Juvenile at Lido…

George Mcgregor Feb 7, 2026

John Anfossi, 54, of Long Beach, was arrested by Nassau County Police and charged with Endangering the Welfare of a Child following an alleged incident at Lido Elementary School in Lido Beach. Police say the incident occurred during a…
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Business

Suffolk Courts Open Black History Month with Lecture on Muhammad Ali

George Mcgregor Feb 6, 2026

Suffolk’s Supervising Judge of Supreme Court Matrimonial Parts and Chair of the Equal Justice in the Courts Committee, Hon. Cheryl A. Joseph, opened the program with welcoming remarks, emphasizing the importance of Black History Month and…
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Crime

Bay Shore Man Arrested After Assault in Farmingdale, Police Say; Attacked 45-year-old Female,…

George Mcgregor Feb 4, 2026

Booking photo of Todd McGee, 49, of Bay Shore, who was arrested by the Nassau County Police Department following an assault investigation in Farmingdale. Police said the incident occurred on February 1, 2026, and involved a 45-year-old…
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Crime

Lakeview Man Arrested in Hempstead Robbery at Convenience Store, Police Say

George Mcgregor Feb 4, 2026

Booking photo of Dion Mitchell, 57, of Lakeview, who was arrested by the Nassau County Police Department in connection with an armed robbery at a Hempstead convenience store. Police said the incident occurred in the early morning hours of…
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