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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.

Crime

Barbados Man Convicted of Sex Trafficking in Suffolk To Be Deported After Prison Term

Joe Mcdermott Aug 27, 2025

Michael Howell, 65, a Barbados national living in Brooklyn, was convicted in Suffolk County of sex trafficking and multiple related charges. He faces up to 25 years in prison and will be deported after serving his sentence, according to…
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Crime

Glen Cove Man Arrested Following Allegations of Repeated Child Sexual Abuse at Westbury Daycare

Joe Mcdermott Aug 26, 2025

According to Nassau County Police, Jose Rodriguez, 49, was charged with Course of Sexual Conduct Against a Child in the First Degree and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. In New York, Course of Sexual Conduct Against a Child is one of…
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Crime

East Rockaway Man Arrested Following Allegations of Sexual Abuse at Oceanside Pizzeria

Joe Mcdermott Aug 26, 2025

According to police, 61-year-old Joseph Piccolo, of Main Street in East Rockaway, faces charges of forcible touching, endangering the welfare of a child, and third-degree sexual abuse. He was arraigned the following day at First District…
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Entertainment

Snoop Dogg “Scared to Go to the Movies” After He Says LGBTQ+ Stories Are Being Embedded into Kids’…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 26, 2025

Rapper Snoop Dogg performing live on stage, wearing tinted sunglasses and surrounded by smoke. The hip-hop icon recently stirred controversy with comments about LGBTQ+ themes in children’s movies, remarks that reignited debate over how…
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Entertainment

Papa Roach & Rise Against: “Rise of the Roach Tour” Hits Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 25, 2025

The tour is a co-headlining run uniting two of modern rock’s most enduring bands, Papa Roach and Rise Against, as they celebrate more than 25 years of anthems, raw energy, and loyal fan followings. Known for explosive live shows, Papa…
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Business

“Home Loan Rates Should Be 1% or Even Zero,” Urges FHFA Director Bill Pulte

Joe Mcdermott Aug 22, 2025

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) is an independent regulatory agency of the U.S. government that oversees and ensures the stability of the nation’s housing finance system. Established in 2008 during the financial crisis, the FHFA…
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Entertainment

The Who Bring “The Song Is Over” Farewell Tour to Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater, Thursday,…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 19, 2025

Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend of The Who perform live on stage, delivering their signature energy and musicianship during a concert. Daltrey is seen singing passionately into the microphone, while Townshend plays guitar alongside him -…
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Business

Poll Finds Most Americans Unbothered by Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle Ad; Only 12% Found The Ad…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 18, 2025

According to a recent Economist/YouGov poll, only 12% of Americans said they found the Sydney Sweeney American Eagle “Great Jeans” campaign offensive. Most people either thought it was clever or had no strong opinion. Image credit:…
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Crime

Guatemalan National Indicted in Suffolk County After THC Gummies Hospitalize 12 Students

Joe Mcdermott Aug 15, 2025

A Guatemalan National was indicted for Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, and other related charges, after he allegedly sold narcotics to an undercover officer. He was further charged with Endangering the Welfare…
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Entertainment

U.S. Open Fan Week Set to Serve Up Free Tennis, Entertainment, Food, and Family Fun in Queens August…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 15, 2025

Fans line up with oversized tennis balls and memorabilia as professional tennis player Roger Federer (now retired) signs autographs during a public appearance at the US Open. Events like Fan Week often give spectators rare, up-close access…
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Entertainment

Billy Joel, Long Island’s Own “Piano Man,” Diagnosed with Brain Disorder; Cancels All Tour Dates for…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 14, 2025

Billy Joel performing on stage, seated at the piano and singing into a microphone, capturing the energy and presence of the legendary Long Island musician whose recent health diagnosis has paused his touring schedule. File photo: Adam…
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Crime

Brooklyn Man Accused of Intercepting and Forging $1.7M Federal Check in Valley Stream Bank Fraud

Joe Mcdermott Aug 13, 2025

Authorities allege 44-year-old Marc Lindor obtained a U.S. Treasury check check by intercepting it from the mail, then altering it to list himself as the payee. The investigation was conducted in coordination with the Nassau County…
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Crime

Ongoing Trump–Russia Conspiracy Means No Escape from Prosecution, Miller Claims; Deep State Coup…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 11, 2025

White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, a key adviser in both the former and current Trump administrations, Miller is closely involved with the president’s policy and political strategy. He remains a central figure in the current…
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Crime

NYC Fashion Designer, Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra, 33, Found Dead Aboard Yacht in Montauk; Investigation…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 9, 2025

Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra, 33, of Manhattan was found dead on a boat docked in Montauk on Tuesday, Suffolk County Police said in a news release. The preliminary investigation and exam were inconclusive regarding the cause of death, which…
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National

Ghislaine Maxwell Tells DOJ She Never Witnessed Wrongdoing by Trump During Epstein Probe Interview

Joe Mcdermott Aug 6, 2025

At this time, there is no indication that Trump is under investigation in connection with Epstein or Maxwell. Despite widespread speculation over the years, the latest developments appear to reinforce that Trump had no involvement in the…
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Business

Declining Ratings and High Costs Put Howard Stern’s SiriusXM Deal in Jeopardy; “King of All Media”…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 6, 2025

Howard Stern showcases his signature curly hair, dark sunglasses, and confident smile in this image, reflecting the persona that made him a defining voice in modern radio. Once the face of SiriusXM’s bold push into satellite broadcasting,…
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Business

WHITE HOUSE: Nancy Pelosi’s 2024 Stock Portfolio Outperformed Leading Hedge Funds and Warren…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 4, 2025

Paul and Nancy Pelosi attending a formal event; the couple IS at the center of public scrutiny and financial interest, in light of their high-performing 2024 stock portfolio. Paul Pelosi, who manages much of their investments, is…
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Legal

Certified Winner Declared in Brooklyn GOP Primary Amid Ballot Fraud Investigation

Joe Mcdermott Jul 31, 2025

Ballot security concerns have emerged in Brooklyn’s District 47 City Council race after election officials uncovered potentially fraudulent absentee votes in one of the city’s closest Republican primaries. The Board of Elections has…
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Business

Trump Says “Pelosi Should Be Investigated” for Stock Dealings Amid Debate Over Congressional Trading…

Joe Mcdermott Jul 31, 2025

Nancy Pelosi and her husband, Paul Pelosi, remain at the center of controversy as scrutiny intensifies over stock trades made during her time in office. With President Trump calling for an investigation and the PELOSI Act advancing in…
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Legal

CBS Investigation: Government Holds Full Version of Epstein Jail Video Without “Missing Minute”

Joe Mcdermott Jul 30, 2025

A surveillance video frame from the Metropolitan Correctional Center dated August 9, 2019, timestamped 11:58:58 PM - just one second before the footage abruptly jumps to 12:00:00 AM, omitting the 11:59 PM minute entirely. This image became…
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Crime

Loaded Firearm and Crack Cocaine Seized During Uniondale Traffic Stop; Two Men Facing Multiple…

Joe Mcdermott Jul 30, 2025

Mugshots of the two individuals arrested during a July 29, 2025 traffic stop in Uniondale, where police recovered a loaded 9mm handgun and suspected crack cocaine. Both men face multiple felony charges and were scheduled for arraignment in…
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Entertainment

Copiague’s Long Island Family Festival Returns September 12–14 with Rides, Music & Waterfront…

Joe Mcdermott Jul 29, 2025

The weekend kicks off on Friday, September 12, with the opening of the carnival rides and food court at 6:00 p.m., giving families a chance to unwind by the bay as the sun sets. On Saturday and Sunday, the festival grounds open early with…
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Business

U.S. Raking in Record Levels from Tariffs in 2025: Outpacing Prior Decade – $23 Billion in May…

Joe Mcdermott Jul 28, 2025

In April 2025, the U.S. government collected more than $16 billion in customs duties, followed by $23 billion in May and $27.2 billion in June, according to monthly budget reports from the U.S. Treasury. File photo: Lightboxx, licensed. …
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Business

Trump Visits Federal Reserve, Pressures Powell for Rate Cut in Rare Public Confrontation

Joe Mcdermott Jul 27, 2025

A digital screen displays images of President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell against a backdrop of fluctuating stock market data. The visual captures the growing tension between the White House and the Fed as Trump…
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Crime

FBI Deputy Director Bongino Issues Cryptic Statement on Social Media, Citing “Shocking” Discoveries…

Joe Mcdermott Jul 27, 2025

FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino released a viral social media post where he described being “shocked to core” by findings uncovered during internal investigations, drawing widespread attention and speculation. The emotional tone of his…
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Entertainment

South Park Depicts Donald Trump Genitalia With “Teeny‑Tiny” Penis In Explicit Satirical Scenes

Joe Mcdermott Jul 25, 2025

A surreal and digitally altered image depicting a lifelike version of Donald Trump lying shirtless in a desert setting, taken from the Season 27 premiere episode of South Park, titled *“Sermon on the ‘Mount.’” The scene is part of a…
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Entertainment

Wrestling Legend Hulk Hogan Dies at 71 from Cardiac Arrest; Had Undergone More Than 25 Surgeries In…

Joe Mcdermott Jul 24, 2025

Wrestling icon Hulk Hogan, wearing a red bandana, sunglasses, and a sleeveless "Trump Vance" shirt, flexes his muscles during a public appearance at the 2024 RNC in Milwaukee. The image captures Hogan’s trademark charisma and…
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Entertainment

Neil Young to Perform at Jones Beach August 23 as Part of “Love Earth” Tour; Mix of Classic Hits…

Joe Mcdermott Jul 24, 2025

Neil Young performing live in Amsterdam during his 2019 tour with Promise of the Real. The music legend is scheduled to appear at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater on August 23, 2025, as part of his “Love Earth” tour. File photo: Ben…
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Crime

Long Island Man Indicted in Manhattan Bomb Plot Involving Rooftops and Subway Tracks

Joe Mcdermott Jul 23, 2025

Michael Gann, 55, of Inwood, is seen holding what appear to be improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in one image and allegedly placing an IED on a Manhattan rooftop in another. Federal authorities say Gann built at least seven IEDs using…
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Health

Right Again: Trump Accused Biden of Being “Drugged Up” — Now Hunter Just Confirmed It — “They Gave…

Joe Mcdermott Jul 22, 2025

A split-screen depiction of President Joe Biden (left) and former President Donald Trump (right) during campaign season, symbolizing the sharp contrast in leadership and the renewed controversy following Hunter Biden’s recent Ambien…
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