News by Stefan Mychajliw
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Business Owners Busted for Odometer Fraud
Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney announced that the ABB Auto World President and a Salesperson were indicted on defrauding charges. The two are accused of rolling back the odometer on used cars in order to fraudulently pump up the price on unsuspecting customers.
Future Picassos at William Floyd High School Honored
For their efforts, the student-artists received certificates from Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Shaffer, as well as 17th District Suffolk County Legislator Tom Donnelly. The students and their families also enjoyed a reception honoring their artistic accomplishments.
Eastport Elementary Students Place First in Math
Ramirez were recently named regional winners in the First in Math Virtual Regional
Conservatives Condemn Campus Protests
That's how the New York State Conservative Party describes pro-Palestinian protestors on college campuses here in New York and across the country.
Mastic Blaze Busters Honored
The 2024 Line Officers, Administrative Officers, and Fire Police Officers all took their oaths of office.
Top Cop Visits Kids in Centereach
Sheriff County Sheriff Errol D. Toulon Jr. recently visited North Coleman Road Elementary School in the Middle Country Central School District to visit with students and read to Ms. Anderson's class.
Honoring the Bravest
Owners Joe and Barbara DiBernardo opened this restaurant, at the site of the former Hartlin Inn, in memory of their late son FDNY Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo, who gave his life so others could live.
Multi-Million Dollar Investment in Islandia
Empire State Development (ESD) announced the completion of Pal-O-Mine Equestrian's $3 million facility expansion in Islandia, Suffolk County on Long Island. Pal-O-Mine is a non-profit organization that utilizes therapeutic equine programs to promote growth, learning, and healing for children and adults with disabilities. Supported by a $600,000 capital grant from Empire State Development, recommended by the Long Island Regional Economic Development Council, the expansion will boost its capacity for job training, workforce preparedness, and internship programs.
Honoring Those Who Save Lives
Acting Police Commissioner Robert Waring presented Public Safety Dispatcher Kerri Grimm with a Certificate of Appreciation for her work during a police-involved motor vehicle crash with injury.
High School Softball Swings Into Action
Senior pitcher Maddie Cizan led the way, pitching a complete game while only surrendering one run.
St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center Hosts Annual Health Fair
Medical staff conducted free glucose, cholesterol and blood pressure screenings. Community organizations were also present to share their resources and answer questions.
Big Honors for ESM Yearbook
It's an even more special memory for those students who recently received national acclaim for producing that year's ESM yearbook titled "Stargazer,"
Supreme Court Could Spike Statewide Funds For New Bills Stadium
While it could be considered a legal "Hail Mary," this case could put the brakes on using $600 million in state funds to construct a new stadium for the only NFL team that currently plays within New York State.
Coram Crook Cops Plea To Gun And Drug Charges
A Coram convict who got caught by cops with drugs, guns, and almost $200,000 in cash entered a guilty plea to charges related to the raid on his home where the illegal bounty was found.
DA Announces Guilty Plea in Hit and Run Case
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that 51-year-old Michael Turner, 51, of Bellport, pleaded guilty to vehicular assault and other related charges.
Thick Wallet Stops Bullet Dead in its Tracks
For a man who was sitting in his car outside of a Coram apartment complex, a thick wallet more than likely saved him from serious injury from a round of bullets.
Record Breaking NYS Budget Passed
$237 billion. That's how big of a budget just passed by New York State and approved by Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul, along with the Assembly and Senate. Both of those chambers are controlled by a majority of Democrats.
Big Boost for Brookhaven National Lab
New York State is making a $100 million investment in Brookhaven National Lab to strengthen its Electron-Ion Collider (EIC) project. It is expected to be a significant scientific and economic shot in the arm for the Long Island economy.
President Biden Belongs in a Nursing Home
If President Joe Biden were that crazy great uncle who at Thanksgiving is forced to sit at the kids table in another room because of his bizarre behavior and totally inappropriate comments he makes, relatives would have his head checked. Then they'd put him in a nursing home.
Three Clowns in a Room: State Budget Circus Continues
New York State Conservative Party Chairman Gerard Kassar perfectly summed up the dysfunction better known as passing an on-time budget in Albany, when he called the secretive, closed door process as "budget shenanigans."
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Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk
Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.
Warrant Executed in Bay Shore – 25 Dogs Rescued
Suffolk County SPCA and police rescued 25 dogs from a Bay Shore home in “unsanitary and inhumane conditions."
LI Legend Billy Joel’s Past Loves and Languish Tackled in Sprawling New Doc
Directors Susan Lacy and Jessica Levin cut together “Billy Joel: And So It Goes” in express collaboration with the titular man of the hour, nay, 5 hours’ worth of said enlightening BTS entertainment—and then some.