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By Christian Abbatecola October 24, 2012
In a surprisingly early announcement, speculation about the future home of the Islanders has been brought to an end.
By Amy Gernon October 24, 2012
Nassau County police officer Arthur Lopez was shot and killed by ex-convict Darrell Fuller as he chased the suspect who was fleeing the scene of a car accident.
By Angeline R. October 24, 2012
CharityMiles is a new app that converts every mile you exercise into a donation for your non profit organization of choice. The app gives people the initiative to get out and get active!
By Amy Gernon October 24, 2012
Hong Kong customs agents seized over 1,200 elephant tusks in two major shipments this week.
By Amy Gernon October 23, 2012
Suffolk County District Attorney Tom Spota, after a 10-month investigation, announced the arrests of 13 individuals involved in a major west coast-east coast drug trafficking and distribution ring.
By Vickie Moller October 23, 2012
Earlier this month Sanford H. Calhoun High School in Merrick announced the opening of The Stable, an on-campus, state-of-the-art retail skills training store for special needs students enrolled in its "Prep for Life" program.
By Amy Gernon October 23, 2012
Two weeks until the election, the race between Bishop and Altschuler remain close.
By Debbi Spiegel October 23, 2012
Taco Tuesday is arguably the tastiest day of the week.
By Christian Abbatecola October 23, 2012
The Yankees were soundly defeated by the Tigers, but the Giants and Jets both played solid games.
By Amy Gernon October 23, 2012
Polling indicates the final presidential debate was a win for Obama, although it may have little impact on the majority of voters who have already picked their candidate this election.
By Amy Gernon October 23, 2012
A minibus driver was arrested on Monday for driving while impaired after backing into a tree during a field trip to Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory.
By Amy Gernon October 23, 2012
The unusual series of exotic animal trappings on Long Island continued over the weekend when Suffolk County SPCA captured an alligator at a local pond.
By Amy Gernon October 23, 2012
Louis Fortunoff, former executive of the Fortunoff department stores, dies at 47 from pancreatic cancer.
By Amy Gernon October 22, 2012
An audit of SUNY's Research Foundation, initiated last May when it was discovered that political appointments had been made for no-show positions, has revealed the extent of the misspent public funding.
By Amy Gernon October 22, 2012
Three people were killed and another four injured in a mass shooting in Brookfield, Wi.
By Amy Gernon October 22, 2012
A single-engine, custom plane crashed into the Moriches Inlet just minutes after taking off from nearby Spadaro Airport in East Moriches.
By Wendy L October 22, 2012
Each night on Long Island offers something special. There’s open mic comedy night, psychic readings, movies, English country dancing, musical performances and much more!
By Wendy L October 21, 2012
Halloween is fast approaching and more haunted houses and spooky events are sprouting on Long Island. Get ready to be scared this weekend!
By Debbi Spiegel October 20, 2012
Whatever the sport, whichever team you’re rooting for, here are a few places to enjoy a game.
By Lauren Pozmanter October 19, 2012
Are you a recently engaged Halloween lover? Check out these awesome ideas for a Halloween themed engagement party!
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