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Vandalism shatters memorial for LI Medal of Honor recipient
Vandalism shatters memorial for LI Medal of Honor recipient
An act of vandalism has destroyed a plaque in a Lake Ronkonkoma park honoring Lt. Michael Murphy -- a Medal of Honor recipient from Patchogue who died in combat in Afghanistan in 2005.
An act of vandalism has destroyed a plaque in a Lake Ronkonkoma park honoring Lt. Michael Murphy -- a Medal of Honor recipient from Patchogue who died in combat in Afghanistan in 2005.
An act of vandalism has destroyed a plaque in a Lake Ronkonkoma park honoring Lt. Michael Murphy -- a Medal of Honor recipient from Patchogue who died in combat in Afghanistan in 2005.
Suspected gang member accused in July 4 stabbing held without bail
Suspected gang member accused in July 4 stabbing held without bail
Teen accused in July 4 stabbing held without bail
A 16-year-old accused of fatally stabbing another 16-year-old at a Fourth of July party in New Cassel was held without bail Thursday after his arraignment.
A 16-year-old accused of fatally stabbing another 16-year-old at a Fourth of July party in New Cassel was held without bail Thursday after his arraignment.
Beachgoers wary after multiple shark sightings
Beachgoers wary after multiple shark sightings
Jones Beach was temporarily shut down after a shark sighting, and two sharks were caught off Fire Island Thursday - just one day after two young people were apparently bitten.
Jones Beach was temporarily shut down after a shark sighting, and two sharks were caught off Fire Island Thursday - just one day after two young people were apparently bitten.
Jones Beach was temporarily shut down after a shark sighting, and two sharks were caught off Fire Island Thursday - just one day after two young people were apparently bitten.
Police: Person struck, killed by train in Wyandanch
Police: Person struck, killed by train in Wyandanch
There are reports the victim may have tried to beat the train by running through the lowered gates.
There are reports the victim may have tried to beat the train by running through the lowered gates.
Health Dept. finds cancer rates high in Centereach, Farmingville & Selden
Health Dept. finds cancer rates high in Centereach, Farmingville & Selden
The state Health Department is addressing the cancer concerns among people in three Suffolk communities during a public meeting Tuesday night in Stony Brook.
The state Health Department met with Suffolk officials and residents in Stony Brook Tuesday night over concerns of high rates of cancer in three nearby communities.
The state Health Department met with Suffolk officials and residents in Stony Brook Tuesday night over concerns of high rates of cancer in three nearby communities.
Proposed law would limit samples at wineries
Proposed law would limit samples at wineries
Wineries on the East End may have to lighten up on their samples if a proposed state law is approved.
Wineries on the East End may have to lighten up on their samples if a proposed state law is approved.
Wineries on the East End may have to lighten up on their samples if a proposed state law is approved.
2 children injured in possible shark attacks off Fire Island
2 children injured in possible shark attacks off Fire Island
Two children were injured in possible shark attacks in waters off Fire Island earlier today.
Two children were injured in possible shark attacks Wednesday in waters off Fire Island.
Two children were injured in possible shark attacks Wednesday in waters off Fire Island.
Pit bull euthanized after biting 11-month-old girl
Pit bull euthanized after biting 11-month-old girl
It happened in the child's home on Lands Place around 8:30 p.m.
A pit bull bit an 11-month-old girl's head in Oceanside Tuesday night, according to Town of Hempstead authorities, who later took custody of the dog and euthanized it.
A pit bull bit an 11-month-old girl's head in Oceanside Tuesday night, according to Town of Hempstead authorities, who later took custody of the dog and euthanized it.
North Hempstead considers banning gas-powered leaf blowers
North Hempstead considers banning gas-powered leaf blowers
The town of North Hempstead is considering a ban on gas-powered leaf blowers during the summer months.
The town of North Hempstead is considering a ban on gas-powered leaf blowers during the summer months.
The town of North Hempstead is considering a ban on gas-powered leaf blowers during the summer months.
State plan will bolster reefs around Long Island
State plan will bolster reefs around Long Island
The state will soon dump 75 tons of steel into Long Island waters for an artificial reef program aimed to support marine life.
The state will soon dump 75 tons of steel into Long Island waters for an artificial reef program aimed to support marine life.
The state will soon dump 75 tons of steel into Long Island waters for an artificial reef program aimed to support marine life.
Lindenhurst boy raises $600 for Wounded Warriors
Lindenhurst boy raises $600 for Wounded Warriors
A Lindenhurst boy’s act of kindness toward veterans and active duty service members on Long Island has made him the toast of the town.
A Lindenhurst boy’s act of kindness toward veterans and active duty service members on Long Island has made him the toast of the town.
A Lindenhurst boy’s act of kindness toward veterans and active duty service members on Long Island has made him the toast of the town.
A Lindenhurst boy’s act of kindness toward veterans and active duty service members on Long Island has made him the toast of the town.
Officials: 24 arrested in ‘largest ever’ illegal dumping bust in NY history
Officials: 24 arrested in ‘largest ever’ illegal dumping bust in NY history
Officials say an 18-month investigation led to the arrest of 24 people in what is being called the "largest-ever bust of illegal dumping in the state's history."
Officials say an 18-month investigation led to the arrest of 24 people in what is being called the "largest-ever bust of illegal dumping in the state's history."
Officials say an 18-month investigation led to the arrest of 24 people in what is being called the "largest-ever bust of illegal dumping in the state's history."
‘Human error’ to blame for mistaken Amber Alert in Nassau County
‘Human error’ to blame for mistaken Amber Alert in Nassau County
According to police, Ninssy Vasquez, 11, was last seen on Tuesday around 7 p.m. leaving her home on Henry Street. It is not known where she was going.
Human error is being blamed for an Amber Alert that went out to cellphones in Nassau County Wednesday morning.
Human error is being blamed for an Amber Alert that went out to cellphones in Nassau County Wednesday morning.
Experts: Only 10 reported NY shark attacks in past 100 years
Experts: Only 10 reported NY shark attacks in past 100 years
Prior to Wednesday, there were only 10 reported shark attacks over the past 100 years of recorded history in all New York waters, experts say.
Prior to Wednesday, there were only 10 reported shark attacks over the past 100 years of recorded history in all New York waters, experts say.
Prior to Wednesday, there were only 10 reported shark attacks over the past 100 years of recorded history in all New York waters, experts say.
Health officials: Longhorned tick could be coming to LI
Health officials: Longhorned tick could be coming to LI
Health officials say it's only a matter of time before the longhorned tick makes its way to Long Island.
Health officials say it's only a matter of time before the longhorned tick makes its way to Long Island.
Health officials say it's only a matter of time before the longhorned tick makes its way to Long Island.
Health officials say it's only a matter of time before the longhorned tick makes its way to Long Island.
Hempstead fills in 50,000th pothole of the year
Hempstead fills in 50,000th pothole of the year
Town Supervisor Laura Gillen joined road crews Thursday in Baldwin as they filled in its 50,000th pothole of the year.
Town Supervisor Laura Gillen joined road crews Thursday in Baldwin as they filled in its 50,000th pothole of the year.
Town Supervisor Laura Gillen joined road crews Thursday in Baldwin as they filled in its 50,000th pothole of the year.
Town Supervisor Laura Gillen joined road crews Thursday in Baldwin as they filled in its 50,000th pothole of the year.
Police: Sachem student dies after ‘medical incident’ following band practice
Police: Sachem student dies after ‘medical incident’ following band practice
A 17-year-old Sachem High School North student died Monday after suffering a “medical incident” following a four-hour band practice, police say.
A 17-year-old Sachem High School North student died Monday after suffering a “medical incident” following a four-hour band practice, police say.
A 17-year-old Sachem High School North student died Monday after suffering a “medical incident” following a four-hour band practice, police say.
12 men plead not guilty to murder charges in Bronx teen’s brutal slaying
12 men plead not guilty to murder charges in Bronx teen’s brutal slaying
All 12 suspects in the brutal machete murder of a Bronx teen will appear in court today.
Twelve men accused in the fatal stabbing of Bronx teen "Junior" Guzman-Feliz, appeared before a judge Wednesday.
Twelve men accused in the fatal stabbing of Bronx teen "Junior" Guzman-Feliz, appeared before a judge Wednesday.
Guide: Where to find food trucks on Long Island
Guide: Where to find food trucks on Long Island
Rolling Smoke can be found across Long Island.
Rolling Smoke can be found across Long Island.
Craving something savory or sweet? It doesn't really matter when it comes to food trucks, where you can have it all -- you just have to know where to find them! Here is a list of food trucks and where you could find them on Long Island.
Craving something savory or sweet? It doesn't really matter when it comes to food trucks, where you can have it all -- you just have to know where to find them! Here is a list of food trucks and where you could find them on Long Island.
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