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Leave it to the pros: Suffolk officials warn against danger of illegal fireworks
Fourth of July is coming up and officials are warning residents about the dangers of illegal fireworks. County Executive Ed Romaine called a press conference yesterday at the Suffolk County Fire Academy in Yaphank to remind residents that fireworks are illegal to purchase or use because they are inherently dangerous products. Illegal fireworks cause numerous injuries every year and even fatalities — on average, one death in Suffolk County every five years, Romaine said.
Merchandise stolen from Target in Medford
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Sixth Precinct Crime Section officers are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the man who allegedly stole merchandise from a store in Medford. A man allegedly stole kitchenware from Target, located at 2975 Horseblock Road, on June 24 at10:48 p.m.
Police seek man who used counterfeit money in Shirley
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Seventh Squad detectives are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate a man who allegedly used counterfeit money at a Shirley business in June. A man allegedly attempted to use a counterfeit $100 dollar bill to purchase assorted merchandise at...
Central Islip teenager critically injured in single-vehicle crash
Suffolk County Police Third Squad detectives are investigating a single-vehicle crash that critically. injured a teenager in Central Islip on July 1. Jason Acosta was driving a 2010 Honda Civic northbound on Lowell Avenue, between Satinwood and East Sycamore Streets, when he lost control of the vehicle, crossed into the southbound lane, went off the roadway, and struck a utility pole at approximately 10:15 p.m.
Firefighter hurt in blaze at Peter Pan Diner in Bay Shore
One firefighter was injured while battling a two-alarm fire at a diner with decades of history in Suffolk County.Video captured heavy flames and thick smoke coming from the roof of the Peter Pan Diner on Sunrise Highway in Bay Shore.The fire broke out just before 2 a.m. on Tuesday.First responding firefighters were delayed because the Suffolk County Water Authority was working on a hydrant right across the street from a prior water main break.Firefighters had to find a hydrant three blocks away to get the first water on the fire.One firefighter was taken to South Shore University Hospital with a...
Suffolk County Police Department Unites Narcan Training with Purple Rock Project at Patchogue Alive at 5
The Suffolk County Police Department and the Purple Rock Project joined together on June 27 at Patchogue’s Alive at 5 street event and trained countless people in the use of Naloxone (Narcan) and distributed 352 doses of the life-saving antidote to opioid overdose. Jason Byron, SCPD Emergency Medical Service...
Wanted for Lake Grove Grand Larceny
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Fourth Squad detectives are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the man and woman who allegedly stole merchandise from a Lake Grove store back in May. A man and woman allegedly stole seven pairs of sunglasses from Macys, located...
SCPD conducts county wide quality-of-life enforcement
Suffolk County Police conducted a county wide enforcement to address community concerns pertaining to quality-of-life issues on June 30. Crime Section officers from the First, Second, Third and Fourth Precincts addressed on-going excessive noise complaints at various locations including the Commack, Melville and Brentwood Park & Rides, Hauppauge and Heartland Industrial Parks and the Deer Park Train Station parking lots.
Man Loses Hand, 3 Other Fingers In Fireworks Mishap In Brentwood
The accident happened at around 9 p.m. Saturday, June 29, in Brentwood at a residence on Eastern Avenue near Nostrand Avenue. Suffolk County Police said a 66-year-old man was in the yard when a firework exploded, severing his left hand and three fingers on his right hand. He was taken...
The North Fork Shows Up for Alzheimer’s
The Alzheimer’s Association, which leads the world in research and support services for people living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, is very active on Long Island, where it found in a 2023 study that nearly 12 percent of Suffolk County residents over the age of 65 had Alzheimer’s Disease.
Salon Tragedy: Video Shows Alleged Drunk Driver Crash Into Deer Park Biz, Killing Cop, 3 Others
The Long Island incident happened at around 4:30 p.m. Friday, June 28, in the hamlet of Deer Park. Suffolk County Police said Steven Schwally, age 64, of Dix Hills, was speeding southbound through a Kohl’s parking lot, near Commack Road and Grand Boulevard, before he crossed Grand Boulevard and crashed through the front window of Hawaii Nail & Spa.
Suffolk Sheriff’s Office, U.S. Coast Guard, Advocates to Offer Holiday Weekend Warning
On Tuesday, July 2 at 12:00 pm at the US Coast Guard Station Shinnecock, Suffolk County Sheriff Errol D. Toulon, Jr. and the US Coast Guard will discuss heightened enforcement on both the roadways and waterways during the upcoming holiday weekend. For the historically dangerous July 4th weekend, the Sheriff’s Office will be announcing enhanced DWI and BWI patrols and checkpoints to keep residents out on the roads and the water safe.
Man Charges Over $500 on Stolen Credit Card to Stay in Southampton Hotel, Cops Say
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Southampton Town Police Department detectives are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the man who used a stolen credit card in Southampton last year. A man used a stolen credit card to rent a hotel room at the Southampton Inn, located at...
Bob's Stores is closing all locations - see the full list
MIDDLETOWN, Conn. - Bob's Stores, a discount clothing and shoe retailer with several locations in Connecticut and Massachusetts, is going out of business and closing all of its stores.The owner of Bob's Stores and Eastern Mountain Sports recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, citing a "liquidity crisis" "We regret that our financial position necessitated the liquidation of Bob's Stores," Bob's Stores president Dave Barton said in a statement. "Bob's has been a stalwart of our local communities for nearly 70 years, and we know our customers remember us as having been there for major moments in their lives."List of Bob's Stores...
You can swim for free at NY state parks this summer
Make your contribution now and help Gothamist thrive in 2024. Donate today. This summer, you won’t have to hand over a couple bucks to swim at pools in New York state parks — including two in New York City. The state is waiving entry fees for swimming pools...
Police Presence Will Be Elevated This Week In New York
If you are traveling this week as part of your 4th of July plan you can expect to see more police on patrol. The New York State Troopers and local police will have extra patrols out this week as part of their STOP DWI/High Visibility Campaign where they will be looking for distracted and dangerous drivers.
Where In New York State Will You Find The Deepest Waters?
Do you know where in New York State you can find the deepest river or lake? Or how deep each gets? We have the answers and some more fun facts!. Did you know that only four states have more freshwater than New York?. New York State Home To More Freshwater...
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