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Joe Mcdermott

Joe Mcdermott is our daily investigative journalist and staff reporter who keeps his eyes peeled for interesting local news exclusively for Long Island Guide. Mcdermott, one of our first and thus veteran reporters, is also a data analyst for select independent news and media organizations in the United States.

Business

How Long Island’s Comedy Clubs Survived the Collapse of America’s Stand-Up Boom

Joe Mcdermott May 13, 2026

Jerry Seinfeld performs during a live stand-up appearance, representing the generation of comedians who helped fuel America’s stand-up comedy boom during the 1980s and 1990s. Long Island comedy clubs were once part of the larger New…
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Entertainment

Ashanti & Trey Songz Bringing Summer R&B Night to Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater on…

Joe Mcdermott May 10, 2026

Ashanti performs during the 2021 Millennium Tour at Selland Arena in Fresno, California. The Grammy-winning R&B artist is scheduled to appear at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater on Long Island alongside Trey Songz on June 18,…
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Legal

Suffolk DA, Local Leaders Warn Proposed NY Parole Bills Could Lead to Early Release of Violent…

Joe Mcdermott Apr 26, 2026

Protesters gather outside City Hall in Lower Manhattan advocating for parole reform and the early release of incarcerated individuals in New York State. Demonstrators hold signs and banners supporting “Parole Justice” as part of a broader…
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National

White House to Review Reports of Dead and Missing U.S. Scientists Amid Growing Speculation of UFO…

Joe Mcdermott Apr 17, 2026

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt speaks during a press briefing in Washington, D.C., where she said the administration would review reports involving missing and deceased scientists that have drawn national attention. File…
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Crime

CASE CLOSED: Suspected ‘Long Island Serial Killer’ Pleads Guilty to Seven Gilgo Murders…

Joe Mcdermott Apr 13, 2026

Recent image of Rex A. Heuermann, who pleaded guilty to seven murders tied to the Gilgo Beach killings and admitted to an eighth victim, marking a major development in one of Long Island’s most closely followed and long-running criminal…
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Health

Mel Gibson Tells Joe Rogan Three Friends Recovered From Stage IV Cancer Using Ivermectin And…

Joe Mcdermott Apr 7, 2026

Mel Gibson attends the Los Angeles premiere of The Expendables 3 at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on August 11, 2014. The actor and director recently drew attention after discussing anecdotal cancer recovery claims during an…
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National

WATCH: Connecticut Senator Tells MSNBC People Democrats Care About ”The Most” Are “Undocumented…

Joe Mcdermott Mar 25, 2026

U.S. Senator Chris Murphy speaks during a public appearance, as his recent MSNBC remarks referencing “undocumented Americans” draw national attention and debate over immigration language and legal definitions. File photo: Maxim Elramsisy,…
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Entertainment

Suffolk Court Weighs Whether Justin Timberlake’s Sag Harbor DWI Arrest Video Should Be Public

Joe Mcdermott Mar 7, 2026

Justin Timberlake performs during a concert appearance. A Suffolk County judge has temporarily blocked the release of police body camera footage related to the singer’s 2024 driving-while-intoxicated arrest in Sag Harbor while the court…
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Crime

The Amy Fisher Case – How a 1992 Massapequa Shooting Became a National Sensation; Story of The…

Joe Mcdermott Mar 1, 2026

A digitally rendered representation of a typical 1990s two-story Massapequa home, similar to the residential setting of the May 19, 1992 shooting. This image does not depict the actual house for resident privacy purposes. MASSAPEQUA, NY…
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Business

Why Many Americans Didn’t Realize the U.S. Treasury Secretary Is Openly Gay and How It Went Largely…

Joe Mcdermott Feb 21, 2026

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent appears before a Senate committee during a confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill, where lawmakers questioned him on economic policy, financial markets, and the administration’s fiscal agenda. File…
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Crime

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Formerly Known as Prince Andrew, Arrested Amid Renewed Epstein Scrutiny

Joe Mcdermott Feb 19, 2026

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, is seen during a previous public appearance. The Duke of York was arrested in England on February 19, 2026, as authorities investigate allegations connected to his former public…
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Entertainment

Robert Duvall, Oscar Winner and Icon of The Godfather, Apocalypse Now and Tender Mercies, Dies at 95

Joe Mcdermott Feb 17, 2026

Robert Duvall, the Academy Award-winning actor known for iconic roles in The Godfather, Apocalypse Now, and Tender Mercies, built a career spanning more than six decades in film and television. Duvall died February 15, 2026, at age 95,…
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Business

Congressman Says Committee Has Evidence of Foreign-Linked Nonprofit Funding Political Unrest; IRS…

Joe Mcdermott Jan 29, 2026

Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee speaks at a policy conference in National Harbor, Maryland, as questions grow over congressional scrutiny of nonprofit funding and foreign-linked financial flows. National Harbor, MD - March 2,…
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Crime

O’Keefe Media Group Reports Death Threats Against Journalists During Minneapolis Assignment

Joe Mcdermott Jan 26, 2026

A threatening text message received by members of O’Keefe Media Group while reporting in Minneapolis, according to the organization. The message references the team’s location, vehicle details, and issues an explicit death threat demanding…
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Crime

SCDA: East Quogue Man Convicted of First-Degree Murder in Torture Killing of Longtime Friend

Joe Mcdermott Jan 25, 2026

Jeremy Allen is pictured in a photo shared on his Facebook page, where it was posted on January 14, 2021. The image, which received 18 reactions at the time of posting, predates the events that led to Allen’s 2026 conviction for…
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National

Barron Trump’s Emergency Call From the U.S. Draws Attention in UK Court Case

Joe Mcdermott Jan 23, 2026

Barron Trump, seen here in New York City in 2022, has recently been referenced in a London criminal court after prosecutors said he contacted UK emergency services during an alleged assault. According to testimony, Trump placed the call…
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Business

Celebrity With Cardi B’s Following Could Generate Tens of Millions Per Month on OnlyFans, Study…

Joe Mcdermott Jan 17, 2026

Cardi B attends a high-profile industry event, where her massive social media following continues to fuel online speculation about her earning potential on subscription-based platforms like OnlyFans, according to recent research by…
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Legal

Latest on Minneapolis ICE Shooting - Renee Nicole Good’s Death Spurs National Debate on Use of Force…

Joe Mcdermott Jan 11, 2026

A Minneapolis Police vehicle is seen at a secured scene in Minneapolis following the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good during a federal immigration enforcement operation on January 7, 2026. The incident, which involved an officer with…
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Entertainment

WATCH: Erika Kirk’s 2012 Music Video Appearance for Emerson Drive Resurfaces, Online Attention Grows

Joe Mcdermott Dec 28, 2025

Erika Lane Frantzve is shown in an official pageant portrait from her reign as Miss Arizona 2012. Frantzve later became known publicly as Erika Kirk following her marriage to Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk. Her pageant background…
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Entertainment

Nicki Minaj Praises President Trump and Vice President JD Vance at Conservative Political Event,…

Joe Mcdermott Dec 27, 2025

Hip-hop star Nicki Minaj Nicki Minaj, seen here at the amfAR Gala in Cannes in 2017, has spent much of her career at the center of pop-culture attention. Her surprise appearance at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest marked one of her…
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Entertainment

Long Island Native Ralph Macchio Weighs in on Karate Kid Franchise’s Future, Suggests Strategic…

Joe Mcdermott Dec 25, 2025

Ralph Macchio attends a public event during a 2011 promotional appearance related to his ongoing work in film and television. The Huntington, Long Island native rose to fame as Daniel LaRusso in The Karate Kid franchise and has…
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National

Emergency Autoland System Guides Aircraft to Safe Landing in Colorado; First Verified Use In…

Joe Mcdermott Dec 24, 2025

A Beechcraft King Air turboprop sits on the airport ramp as the sun sets, illustrating the type of aircraft involved in a recent emergency landing in Colorado. A similar King Air safely landed at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport after…
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Entertainment

Monster Jam Returns to Long Island at UBS Arena in Elmont, February 14–16, 2026; Freestyle Mania…

Joe Mcdermott Dec 22, 2025

Grave Digger launches over a dirt obstacle during a high-speed racing round at a Monster Jam competition. The legendary monster truck is one of the most recognizable vehicles in the sport, known for its aggressive driving style and…
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Business

Elon Musk Becomes First Individual In History With Net Worth Exceeding $600 Billion Thanks to,…

Joe Mcdermott Dec 15, 2025

Elon Musk appears on stage at the Viva Technology conference in Paris in June 2023. Musk has become the first person ever estimated to be worth more than $600 billion, driven largely by the soaring private valuation of SpaceX and continued…
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Crime

North Carolina Couple Accused in Fatal Stony Brook Yacht Club Attack as Investigators Trace a…

Joe Mcdermott Dec 9, 2025

Victor Panebianco and Kacy Corso, both of King, North Carolina, were indicted in Suffolk County on second-degree murder charges in connection with the fatal stabbing of Christopher Millwater at the Stony Brook Yacht Club. Prosecutors say…
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Crime

Accused CEO Killer Luigi Mangione Back In Manhattan Court As Judge Weighs Key Evidence

Joe Mcdermott Dec 7, 2025

Mugshot images of Luigi Mangione, the suspect accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Manhattan hotel in December 2024. Prosecutors say he used a 3D-printed handgun and left behind writings expressing…
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Crime

Nesconset Teen Indicted in Fatal Shooting of Ex-Girlfriend Emily Finn; Fired at Point-Blank Range as…

Joe Mcdermott Dec 7, 2025

Stony Brook University Hospital where suspect Austin Lynch was transported after sustaining severe facial injuries from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot. Doctors treated him for multiple fractures and a cranial leak following the…
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Business

SBA Mandates 8(a) Contractors Nationwide To Produce Detailed Financial Records Spanning Last Three…

Joe Mcdermott Dec 6, 2025

SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler addresses attendees during a public appearance, where she has recently taken a leading role in launching a nationwide crackdown on fraud within the federal 8(a) contracting program. File photo: Phil Mistry,…
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Environment

Is Bottled Water Bad for Your Health? What Long Island Residents Should Know About Microplastics in…

Joe Mcdermott Dec 6, 2025

A woman drinks from a plastic water bottle at home. As bottled water use continues to rise across Long Island, researchers say concerns are growing over microplastics and chemical leaching from single-use plastic containers. File photo:…
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Business

New Pentagon Press Corps Briefing Marks Formal Inclusion of “New Media” – But Questions About…

Joe Mcdermott Dec 3, 2025

An aerial view of the Pentagon, headquarters of the U.S. Department of Defense, where newly credentialed members of the Pentagon Press Corps, including O’Keefe Media Group, attended their first on-camera briefing under the department’s…
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