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Jessica Mcfadyen

Jessica Mcfadyen is a journalist for independent news and media organizations in the United States. Mcfadyen primarily spends her time scouting social media for the latest Local, US and World News for Long Island Guide. She also contributes to a variety of publications through involvement in the Society of Professional Journalists.

Legal

New York Law To Allow Non-Citizens To Vote Struck Down As Unconstitutional at Appeal

Jessica Mcfadyen Feb 22, 2024

The court stated that the law, known as "Our City, Our Vote," violated the New York State Constitution and Municipal Home Rule Law, and therefore, must be declared null and void. Mayor Eric Adams’ has been defending the law and appealed a…
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Crime

Bronx Man Pleads Guilty To Multiple Counts Of Grand Larceny, Identity Theft Of Several Suffolk…

Jessica Mcfadyen Feb 15, 2024

According to the Suffolk County District Attorney, Donald Archibald, 44, a Bronx resident, has pleaded guilty to multiple counts of grand larceny and identity theft. His crimes involved stealing the identities of several Suffolk County…
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Crime

Medford Man Sentenced to Prison for Catalytic Converter Theft; Was Already Serving Prison Sentence…

Jessica Mcfadyen Feb 15, 2024

According to the Suffolk County District Attorney, Jason Labbe, 46, pleaded guilty to Auto Stripping and other related charges. He was sentenced to two to four years in prison in May 2023. At the time of his sentencing, Daniel Labbe was…
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Crime

Amityville Man Arrested in Connection with Overdose Investigation

Jessica Mcfadyen Feb 15, 2024

An Amityville resident has been arrested as part of an investigation into a fatal overdose that took place in Levittown on February 9, 2024. According to detectives, Maurice Leake, aged 55, was apprehended by Nassau County Narcotics,…
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Crime

Arrest Made in North New Hyde Park for Fraudulent Bank Withdrawals

Jessica Mcfadyen Feb 15, 2024

According to police, on the day of the incident, defendant Phillippe Berkowitz, 61, walked into the Bethpage Federal Credit Union branch located at 2055 Hillside Avenue. Using a fraudulent ID, he attempted to withdraw funds from the…
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Crime

Violent Robbery at Valley Stream Gas Station Leads to Arrest of Three Suspects

Jessica Mcfadyen Feb 15, 2024

Two suspects, identified as 20-year-old Laychelle Robinson and 19-year-old Arianna Smith, are being charged with first-degree robbery, two counts of second-degree robbery, fourth-degree grand larceny, and fourth-degree criminal possession…
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Business

Minimum Wage in NYC, Long Island, Westchester County Now $16 An Hour; New Rule Defines Wage Theft As…

Jessica Mcfadyen Feb 5, 2024

Labor Union members held a rally at City Hall demanding an increase in the minimum wage in New York. New York is one of 22 states that will be implementing minimum wage increases in January. New York City, NY USA November 15, 2022 - File…
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Crime

Victim Struck In Back of Head Repeatedly By Man Wielding Metal Tire Reamer in New Cassel

Jessica Mcfadyen Feb 5, 2024

According to detectives, Pedro Hernandez, a 42-year-old man who police say has no fixed address, faces charges of Assault 1st and 2nd Degree. Following the incident, officers were able to locate Hernandez a short time later in a parking…
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Crime

Tragedy Strikes: Hit-and-Run Incident Claims Life of North Lawrence Woman; Suspect Arrested

Jessica Mcfadyen Jan 31, 2024

The Nassau County Homicide Squad reported the arrest of Melvin Deleon, 35, of 80 Wallace Street, Freeport was arrested for a fatal hit-and-run. He will be arraigned on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at First District Court, 99 Main Street,…
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Crime

Drunk Patchogue Man Driving Stolen Vehicle Pleads Guilty To Aggravated Vehicular Assault; Crash…

Jessica Mcfadyen Jan 30, 2024

The Suffolk District announced that Jeffrey Edsall, 52, of Patchogue, pleaded guilty to Aggravated Vehicular Assault and other related charges, for stealing a car, driving it while under the influence of alcohol, and causing a four-car…
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Crime

Shirley Woman Sentenced for Hit-and-Run of Teenager; Left Boy, 15, Crawling From Vehicle As She…

Jessica Mcfadyen Jan 28, 2024

The Suffolk County District Attorney announced that Jennifer Nelson, 35, of Shirley, was sentenced to 1 1/3 to 4 years in prison after a jury found her guilty in September for Leaving the Scene of an Incident after hitting a 15-year-old…
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Crime

DA: Suffolk Man Fatally Stabbed Stony Brook Nurse After She Got Off Her Shift; Now He Will Do 25…

Jessica Mcfadyen Jan 25, 2024

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney today announced that Wayne Chambers, 51, was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison, after a jury found him guilty of Murder in the Second Degree for the fatal stabbing of his former…
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Crime

Suspected Overdose Death of 14-Month-Old Toddler Remains Under Investigation; Holbrook Couple…

Jessica Mcfadyen Jan 25, 2024

14-month-old toddler Joseph Adonis was found unresponsive in the couple’s bedroom; taken via ambulance to Stony Brook University Hospital where he was pronounced dead. The incident emphasizes the urgent need for action to address the…
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Entertainment

Bills Kicker Tyler Bass Deactivates Social Media After Getting Threats Following Missed Field Goal…

Jessica Mcfadyen Jan 25, 2024

In final moments, the Buffalo Bills had kicker Tyler Bass attempt a 44-yard field goal. This kick had the potential to tie the game. At first, it seemed as though the kick was on target, but it unexpectedly veered sharply to the right,…
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Health

Highly Anticipated State Meeting on Regulation of Homegrown Cannabis Postponed; Reason Remains…

Jessica Mcfadyen Jan 24, 2024

Since October 2022, individuals with medical marijuana prescriptions have been permitted to grow their own plants or have an approved caregiver grow plants for them. File photo: Wayne Carter Photography, ShutterStock.com, licensed. NEW…
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Crime

New Cassel Man, 27, Arrested For Criminal Possession of A Weapon After 911 Call Reporting Multiple…

Jessica Mcfadyen Jan 22, 2024

According to Nassau County Police, Kevin Vanegas, 27, residing on Grand Street, attempted to flee but was apprehended when he fled and sought refuge in the rear of 700 Broadway. Vanegas now faces charges of criminal possession of a weapon…
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Crime

Rikers Island Inmate Found Dead In Cell; 2nd Death of 2024; City Now Confronted With Possibility Of…

Jessica Mcfadyen Jan 21, 2024

The entrance to the Rikers Island Correctional Facility in the Queens borough of New York where recent deaths have stirred up calls for the Mayor and the Department of Correction to intervene. File photo: Rblfmr, ShutterStock.com,…
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Business

State Comptroller: Nearly $14 Million Directed Towards Charitable Causes Through State Tax Return…

Jessica Mcfadyen Jan 20, 2024

A report by State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli has spotlighted that nearly $14 million directed towards causes like breast cancer research and veteran homelessness through state tax return checkoffs has remained unspent. File photo: Lev…
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Education

Meta Advocating For Government To Bring Forward Framework For Teen Social Media Protections With…

Jessica Mcfadyen Jan 19, 2024

, Meta is championing for federal-level legislation, bringing all the states under a unified set of rules. Based on a proposal Meta developed in collaboration with organizations, parents, and policymakers, the company is advocating for a…
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Legal

Report: Long Island Judge Under Investigation After Asking Muslim Woman To Remove Face Covering;…

Jessica Mcfadyen Jan 19, 2024

A niqab is a veil that covers the face, worn by some Muslim women as a part of their Islamic faith. It typically covers the lower part of the face, leaving only the eyes exposed. The niqab is often worn along with other clothing, such as a…
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Entertainment

Alec Baldwin Appears In Real Estate Video To Showcase His $19 Million Hamptons Property For Sale

Jessica Mcfadyen Jan 19, 2024

The actor, known for his prominent roles in 30 Rock and other popular TV shows, reminisces about having a home in Long Island since his early 20s. File photo: Lev Radin, ShutterStock.com, licensed. EAST HAMPTON, NY - Hollywood actor…
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Education

High School STEM Competition Names Top 300; 50 Students from Long Island Selected for Achievements…

Jessica Mcfadyen Jan 14, 2024

Award-winning projects in the competition cover topics in the sciences, engineering, social sciences and mathematics. Each scholar will receive a scholarship of $2,000, and to further reinforce their efforts, their respective schools will…
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Business

Island’s Doctor Shortages May Have Far-Reaching Implications on Accessibility of Healthcare

Jessica Mcfadyen Jan 14, 2024

Especially on Long Island, medical experts have acknowledged the struggle of finding general internists to fill in the void left by retiring physicians. File photo: Ground Picture, ShutterStock.com, licensed. LONG ISLAND, NY - A ticking…
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Business

Over 100 Attend Rally To Reinstate Teacher At Seaford Catholic School After Controversial Dismissal

Jessica Mcfadyen Jan 14, 2024

Michael Califano, a third-grade teacher at Maria Regina and a graduate of the same school, was fired after anonymous images of him kissing his boyfriend made their way into the hands of the local bishop. SEAFORD, NY - In the leafy…
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Crime

Brooklyn Man Charged In Late Night Shooting In Front of Long Island City Strip Club; Faces Attempted…

Jessica Mcfadyen Jan 14, 2024

According to police, Jeffrey Almanzar, a resident of 50th Street in Sunset Park, was placed under arrest on the evening of Sunday, January 7. Almanzar was expected to return to court January 12 for further proceedings. Photo: NYPD Crime…
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