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Matthew Smith, 21, of Hauppauge, pleaded guilty to Aggravated Vehicular Homicide and related charges stemming from a January 2026 drunken driving crash that killed Nassau County Police Officer Patricia Espinosa and seriously injured his…
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Jenry Buestan Gutama, 23, of Moriches, was indicted on multiple felony and misdemeanor charges, including First-Degree Rape and First-Degree Sexual Abuse, in connection with allegations involving two teenage girls, according to the Suffolk…
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Brianna Hassett, 33, of Wading River, pleaded guilty to accepting bribes and falsifying Suffolk County licensing documents. She was sentenced on June 11, 2026, to 1½ to 3 years in state prison. WADING RIVER, NY - A former Suffolk County…
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John Mellencamp performs during the 2018 Farm Aid benefit concert in Hartford, Connecticut. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame singer-songwriter has been a longtime advocate for American family farmers and remains one of the most recognizable…
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Tim McGraw performs during the Jazz & Heritage Festival in New Orleans, Louisiana. The country music superstar entertained festivalgoers with many of his biggest hits, showcasing the energetic stage presence that has made him one of…
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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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Dave Matthews performs during a live concert appearance in 2019. The Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and his band are scheduled to return to Northwell at Jones Beach Theater in Wantagh on July 21, 2026, as part of their Summer Tour…
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Walter Danilo Perez Sanchez, 42, was convicted by a Suffolk County jury of aggravated driving while intoxicated and related charges after prosecutors said he drove with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.22%, nearly three times New York's…
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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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Carlos Corte, 38, pictured in a booking photograph released by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement following his arrest in connection with an alleged child kidnapping case in Patchogue. Federal authorities later detained Corte after…
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Country music star Riley Green first gained national attention with songs like “There Was This Girl” and “I Wish Grandpas Never Died,” the latter becoming one of country music’s most emotional and widely recognized modern ballads. File…
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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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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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Amanda Abrahamsson, 26, of Sweden, was sentenced to 10 years in prison after admitting to her role in an attempted cocaine smuggling operation involving approximately 10 kilograms of cocaine shipped to Suffolk County, New York. Authorities…
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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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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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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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Pop star Kesha performs live on stage during the Rock in Rio festival in Rio de Janeiro on September 23, 2011. The high-energy performance highlights her early-era style, complete with bold makeup and theatrical stage presence. File photo:…
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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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Ralph Macchio attends a television festival in Newport Beach, California, in June 2025. The Long Island native is set to appear at a sold-out Karate Kid screening and Q&A event at the Cinema Arts Centre in Huntington this May. File…
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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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Legendary soul singer Gladys Knight performs live during a concert appearance in July 2019. The legendary soul singer is scheduled to perform at Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair in Westbury on June 27, 2026. File photo: Ben Houdijk,…
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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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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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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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A close-up view of a smartphone displaying a generic news app highlights how more people are turning to digital platforms to stay informed, reflecting the growing role of online news consumption. File photo: Tero Vesalainen, licensed. …
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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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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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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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(L-R) Sergeant Ann Marie Calise, Lieutenant Sonia Alvarez, Sergeant Kelly MacDonald, Lieutenant Alyssa Martinez, Major Karen Morro, Chief Eileen Mallon (Ret.), Lieutenant Celeste Forde, Sergeant Evelyn Portes, and Sergeant Janice Hago pose…
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