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Former Congressman George Santos surrounded by reporters and photographers outside a courthouse earlier this year. His prison sentence was commuted by President Donald Trump after serving about three months.  File photo: lev radin,…
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Michael Dubrow, 54, of Chestnut Street in Brooklyn, was arrested after allegedly trespassing and biting an officer during an incident at Roosevelt Field Mall in Garden City on October 15, 2025. GARDEN CITY, NY - Nassau County Police…
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Police have charged Cassandra Panetta, 40, of Plainview, following an investigation into an August 2025 crash in East Meadow that resulted in one fatality. EAST MEADOW, NY - Nassau County Police have arrested a Plainview woman…
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Two individuals were among three people arrested following a police response to a reported firearm incident in West Hempstead, Nassau County, on October 15, 2025. WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY - Nassau County Police announced the arrest of three…
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Donald Duck and Minnie Mouse glide across the ice beside a bright red car prop during Disney On Ice presents Jump In! - coming to UBS Arena in Elmont from November 12 through 16, 2025. The family-friendly production features new scenes…
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New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani greets supporters and media following the first general-election debate held at NBC Studios in Midtown Manhattan. The debate centered on housing, transit, and public safety issues shaping the…
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A visitor enjoys a classic candy apple during a past annual Town of Islip Apple Festival in Sayville. The 45th edition of the beloved fall celebration takes place on October 25, 2025, featuring apple-themed treats, live entertainment,…
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An Aedes albopictus, also known as the Asian tiger mosquito, is capable of transmitting viruses such as chikungunya, dengue, and Zika. Health officials confirmed New York’s first locally acquired case of chikungunya in a Nassau County…
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Mugshot released by Nassau County Police shows 47-year-old Thomas Haynes of Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, who was arrested following a traffic stop in North Lawrence on October 10, 2025, after officers recovered a loaded 9mm handgun…
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Mugshot released by Nassau County Police shows 45-year-old Jeffrey Butt of Freeport, who was arrested following a Merrick Road crash that injured a pedestrian and damaged a postal service vehicle on October 10, 2025. MERRICK, NY -…
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Billie Eilish attends Variety’s Power of Women event in Hollywood, California, November 16, 2023. The Grammy-winning artist is currently touring in support of her 2024 album Hit Me Hard and Soft, with two upcoming performances at UBS Arena…
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Legendary rock band Cheap Trick performing live at Hard Rock Live. The group, known for hits like “Surrender” and “I Want You to Want Me,” will bring their 2025 tour to The Paramount in Huntington, New York, on October 21. File photo:…
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Unlike temporary pop-up haunted houses, Schmitt’s Haunt operates with a dedicated build crew that spends months constructing and testing every scene. Makeup artists, set designers, sound engineers, and actors all play a role in creating a…
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A young visitor enjoys pumpkin picking at Lenny Bruno Farms in Manorville, Long Island. The annual Great Pumpkin Palooza offers families a classic fall experience with hayrides, farm activities, and fields filled with bright orange…
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Recovered evidence from the Suffolk County investigation shows clothing donation bins belonging to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and seized vans filled with stolen bags of clothing. Authorities say the two theft rings used similar…
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Actor Robert De Niro attends Comedy Central’s “Roast of Alec Baldwin” in Los Angeles, California. De Niro recently voiced support for the upcoming “No Kings II” nationwide protests scheduled for October 18, 2025. File photo: Tinseltown,…
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Anthony Iacomino, 46, of Inwood, was arrested and charged with Murder in the Second Degree after police say a violent domestic altercation with his brother, Joseph Iacomino, turned deadly inside their Wahl Avenue home. Photo: Nassau County…
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Philip V. Ferrito Jr., 44, of North Massapequa, was arrested and charged with Robbery in the Third Degree after allegedly passing a note demanding money at a TD Bank in Bethpage. Police say he was taken into custody without incident.…
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Autumn festivals are popping up all over Long Island, filling streets with artisan vendors, local food, and live music. Shoppers bundle up in cozy sweaters and explore open-air markets surrounded by fall colors. It’s the perfect weekend to…
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Alonzo Simpson, 40, and Jahquan Williams, 28, both of Brooklyn, were arrested and charged in connection with an armed robbery at Kay Jewelers in Valley Stream, where police say approximately $148,000 worth of jewelry was stolen. Photo:…
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Anthony Furtado, 60, of West Babylon, was arrested in Freeport and charged with Aggravated DWI, DWI, and Endangering the Welfare of a Child after police say he was driving intoxicated with a 4-year-old passenger in the vehicle. Photo:…
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Cristina Fontanelli on-stage at Carnegie Hall with local children and youth. Fontanelli, 69, said her campaign will focus on issues of public safety, supporting small businesses, improving quality of life, strengthening community…
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Bill Payne of Little Feat performs live on stage, showcasing the band’s signature blend of rock, blues, and funk. The group will bring their Strike Up the Band Tour to The Paramount in Huntington, New York, on October 25, 2025, offering…
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Shabaz Hall, 32, of Roosevelt, was arrested after allegedly threatening officers with a metallic object and injuring two during a disturbance on Brookside Avenue. Photo courtesy of Nassau County Police Department ROOSEVELT, NY - A…
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Jinqin Jiang, 46, of Brooklyn, was arrested in connection with an attempted elder scam in East Rockaway after allegedly trying to defraud a 74-year-old woman out of $117,000. Police say Jiang is in the United States illegally and has been…
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Marvin Mendez Torrez, 24, of Inwood, was arrested after allegedly assaulting a detective and resisting arrest following a series of retail thefts in Inwood and North Lawrence. Photo courtesy of Nassau County Police Department. INWOOD,…
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Josh Groban attends the 2025 Critics Choice Awards at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California. The award-winning vocalist will headline the 2025 Tilles Center Gala in Brookville, Long Island, on October 11, 2025 — a benefit concert…
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Pierce The Veil performing live at the When We Were Young festival in Las Vegas, Nevada on October 21, 2023. The band will return to the stage on Long Island this fall for their I Can’t Hear You World Tour, set to take over Northwell at…
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Michael Goonan, 63, of Commack, pleaded guilty to stealing more than $600,000 from his elderly parents. He faces up to six years in prison if he fails to pay $300,000 in restitution before his sentencing on November 25, 2025. Photo…
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Brent Henry, 61, of Riverhead, was convicted of second-degree murder for the fatal shooting of 23-year-old Ines Reyes in East Patchogue. He faces up to 25 years to life in prison at sentencing scheduled for November 7, 2025. Photo courtesy…
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