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Montauk, NY
East Hampton, NY
Lifestyle
Hit-And-Run Leaves Montauk Cyclist In ICU; Family Launches Fundraiser
A Long Island man known for his kindness and passion for cycling is fighting to recover after a hit-and-run crash left him critically injured. Kyle Briand, of Montauk, was riding his bike on the night of Sunday, Aug. 10, when he was struck by a driver who fled the scene, his sister Amanda Corwin wrote on a GoFundMe page. The cyclist was rushed by ambulance to Amagansett, where he was met by a medevac and flown to Stony Brook Hospital’s Trauma Center. He remains in the Intensive Care Unit. Briand sustained a severe head injury, a broken arm, fractured orbital bone, concussion, stitches abov…
Bay Shore, NY
Real Estate
Here's What $5M Gets You On Long Island: From Waterfront Estates To Secluded Retreats
On Long Island, $5 million can mean a timeless waterfront compound, a state-of-the-art modern mansion, or a secluded hideaway in the woods — it all depends on where you look. Here are five homes across Nassau and Suffolk counties, each with an asking price of $5 million or more. $5M Montauk Retreat Surrounded By Lush Privacy Zillow Tucked away on nearly an acre in Montauk, this $5 million for-sale-by-owner listing offers both seclusion and potential. The four-bedroom, three-bathroom home, built in 1968, spans 2,200 square feet and sits back from the street, surrounded by mature vegetatio…
East Hampton, NY
News
Autopsy Of NYC Fashion Designer Found Aboard Yacht Completed As Mystery Lingers
A preliminary autopsy has been completed for Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra, the Manhattan fashion designer found dead aboard a yacht in the Hamptons. The exam did not show evidence of violence, Suffolk County Police revealed Wednesday, Aug. 6. Her final cause of death is pending further examination. Nolan-O’Slatarra, 33, was found unresponsive aboard a vessel moored at the Montauk Yacht Club early Tuesday, Aug. 5, as Daily Voice reported. Good Samaritans attempted CPR, but she was pronounced dead at the scene. The Suffolk County Medical Examiner’s Office is working to determine her cause and man…
East Hampton, NY
Lifestyle
Best Lobster Rolls Found At This Hidden Montauk Spot, Foodies Say
Looking for the best lobster rolls around? Just follow the wishing well. When a local asked where she could nab the best lobster roll in Montauk, dozens of replies came pouring in—but one spot stole the show. Bennett Shellfish – tucked behind a home at 2 South Debusy Road – was the runaway favorite in a thread on the What’s Up Montauk Facebook group. It’s not hard to see why. The family-run spot offers two lobster rolls for $38—a rare find in the Hamptons—and serves up daily, locally caught seafood, homemade clam pies, chowders, fish cakes, and even fresh-baked desserts. …
East Hampton, NY
Police & Fire
Woman ID'd After Found Dead On Boat Docked At Montauk Yacht Club (
Update
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A Manhattan woman has been identified after she was found dead on a boat docked in Montauk, Suffolk County Police announced on Tuesday, Aug. 5. Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra, 33, of Manhattan, was discovered unconscious on a vessel at the Montauk Yacht Club, located on Star Island Road, around 12 a.m., according to police. East Hampton Town Police responded after a man called 911 to report the woman. Good Samaritans attempted CPR, but Nolan-O’Slatarra was pronounced dead on the boat by first responders, authorities said. The Suffolk County Medical Examiner’s Office will determine her cause and m…
Setauket-Stony Brook, NY
Lifestyle
‘She's An Angel’: NY Kidney Recipient Meets His Life-Saving Donor For First Time
A Long Island man finally met the generous stranger who gave him a second chance at life. Scott Scannell, a 61-year-old contractor from Nesconset, came face-to-face Thursday, July 10, with Ann Marie Hassett, a 56-year-old former teacher and volunteer firefighter from Coram — during an emotional gathering at Stony Brook University Hospital. The two were total strangers when Hassett made the decision to donate her kidney after hearing about Scannell’s urgent need through a local TV news segment that aired last Christmas Eve. She had seen his family’s plea for help online and, despite initia…
Hazlet, NJ
News
11-Foot Shark Pings Off Jersey Shore, Long Island
A massive white shark named Dold was tracked just off the coast of New Jersey and Long Island on Friday, June 20, according to the latest OCEARCH data. At 11:41 a.m., Dold, an 11-foot, 2-inch, 761-pound male, pinged east of Sandy Hook, about halfway between the Garden State and Montauk, based on satellite maps. OCEARCH Dold was tagged on Feb. 28, roughly 45 miles off the Florida-Georgia border, as part of the OCEARCH Western North Atlantic White Shark Study. Since then, he’s logged an incredible 2,915 miles of travel, researchers said. He's classified as a subadult male, and has been nam…
Sussex-Wantage, NJ
Weather
Air Quality Alerts Issued Across NJ/NY As Temps Hit 90s, Pollution Risks Rise
It’s not just hot — it’s hazardous. Air quality across New Jersey and New York is expected to be unhealthy for sensitive groups on Thursday, June 12, as temperatures climb into the 90s and Code Orange Alerts are in effect. Health officials say that ground-level ozone and fine particulates will combine with heat to pose risks for children, seniors, and people with heart or lung conditions. ⚠️ Air Quality Alerts Code Orange Air Quality Alerts issued by the NJ Department of Environmental Protection Counties affected: Bergen, Essex, Union, Hudson, Passaic, Middlesex, Mercer, Ocean, Burling…
Mount Sinai, NY
News
‘Rides’ To Riches: Ambulette Owner From Mount Sinai Admits To $20M Medicaid Scam
A Long Island ambulette company owner who lived lavishly on the backs of New York’s neediest has admitted to masterminding a multimillion-dollar Medicaid fraud scheme. Adnan “Eddie” Arshad, 46, of Mount Sinai, pleaded guilty to healthcare fraud and money laundering in Central Islip federal court on Wednesday, June 11. Arshad confessed to leading a ring of fraudsters who stole approximately $20 million from Medicaid by falsely billing for non-existent medical transportation services over the course of nearly four years, prosecutors said. “While Mr. Arshad should have been transporting medi…
Riverhead, NY
News
Hamptons Cocaine Delivery Service Netting $500K Lands Dealer Major Prison Time
A Brooklyn man who ran a “sophisticated” cocaine delivery service from the city to the Hamptons will spend the next decade behind bars. Michael Khodorkovskiy, 45, was sentenced to 10 years in prison in Suffolk County Court on Thursday, May 29, after pleading guilty to trafficking cocaine into East Hampton and Montauk during the busy tourist season. “[This] operation was not only expansive, it was sophisticated and targeted,” said Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond Tierney. “Our communities deserve to be safe from the violence, addiction, and destruction that follow in the wake of drug…
East Hampton, NY
News
Great White Shark Spotted Off Montauk: Watch Drone Footage
With Memorial Day two weeks away, a great white shark was spotted off the coast of Long Island. Drone footage shows it off the shore of Montauk, the eastern-most point in the Hamptons, on Monday, May 12. It was captured by photographer Joanna L Steidle, who told Storyful, "I have been flying these waters for eight years and this is the earliest shark spotting I have had in a season and it is also the closest to shore I have spotted a great white." Click here to view the drone footage on Storyful. Lifeguards don't go on duty until later this month. Great white sharks, the largest pre…
Riverhead, NY
News
Hamptons Cocaine Delivery Service Netted Trafficker $400K, Gold Coins
A drug trafficker who coordinated cocaine deliveries between New York City and the Hamptons–making hundreds of thousands along the way–could spend years in prison. Michael Khodorkovskiy, 44, of Brooklyn, pleaded guilty to criminal sale of a controlled substance in Suffolk County Court on Monday, April 21, according to the DA’s office. Khodorkovskiy admitted in court to selling large quantities of cocaine from his Brooklyn home, with the intention of redistributing the drugs throughout Suffolk County — particularly during the busy Hamptons summer season. From July 2023 to August 2024, under…
Albany, NY
News
NY Ranked Third Most Eco-Friendly State, New Study Says: Here's Why
Several Northeast states are among the most environmentally friendly in the nation, according to a new study. The Greenest States in 2025 list was released by WalletHub on Wednesday, April 9. The personal finance website compared all 50 states across key metrics like air and water quality, renewable energy use, green transportation, and carbon emissions. WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo said infrastructure plays a big role in whether residents can make eco-friendly choices. "If a state doesn't have a great infrastructure for alternative-fuel vehicles, it becomes much harder for r…
Northport-East Northport, NY
Readers Choice
Best Supermarket On Long Island In 2024: Stew Leonard's
We are thrilled to announce that Stew Leonard’s has been named Best Supermarket on Long Island in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to Stew Leonard's website, this family-owned and operated fresh food store has been a beloved shopping destination since its founding in 1969. Over the years, it has expanded to multiple locations, including Long Island. Stew Leonard’s follows a unique, one-way aisle design that leads customers through a fun, interactive shopping experience—complete with animatronic characters, live product demonstrations, and an ever-changing selection of …
Southampton, NY
Real Estate
'Majestic' Montauk Estate Marilyn Monroe, John Lennon Once Called Home Hits Market For $18M
This storybook-worthy Long Island estate is fit for Hollywood royalty. Perched high atop a 70-foot bluff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean is Montauk’s “Stone House,” located at 408 Old Montauk Highway. Asking price? $18 million. Nestled on over three breathtaking acres offering panoramic views of the Montauk Lighthouse and Block Island, this architectural masterpiece boasts over 4,000 square feet that includes three bedrooms and five bathrooms. “Presenting one of the rarest and most majestic oceanfront offerings in The Hamptons,” reads the listing from Douglas Elliman. The interior …
Hackensack, NJ
Lifestyle
Jeopardy! Showdown: Navy Vet Dave Bond Blitzes Long Island, New Jersey Contestants
Clue: This New Yorker came out on top in Thursday's tri-state area Jeopardy! showdown between contestants from Long Island, upstate New York, and New Jersey. Who is West Henrietta native Dave Bond? The US Navy vet who works as a freelance researcher easily topped New Jersey business support analyst Lisa DiLeo and two-time returning champion Stevie Ruiz, a Montauk resident who claimed nearly $36,000 during a short-lived run this week on the beloved quiz show. Bond got off to a quick start and never slowed down, though he trailed the defending champion when they went into the first break, af…
Hackensack, NJ
Lifestyle
Tri-State 'Jeopardy!' Showdown: NJ, NY Contestants Will Battle It Out Tonight
A fierce tri-state "Jeopardy!" rivalry will take place Thursday night, Dec. 5 Garwood, NJ native Lisa DiLeo will face off against two-time defending "Jeopardy!" champion Stevie Ruiz from Long Island and retired grant writer Dave Bond from West Henrietta, NY. DiLeo, 56, a business support analyst, will make her "Jeopardy!" debut, aiming to dethrone Ruiz, whose two-day winnings are nearing $36,000. Ruiz, who is making his third appearance, recently defeated Maryland minister Kimberley Debus ($3,000) and retiree Gloria Nastas from Michigan ($2,000) in Wednesday's episode. Bond, 62, who is a…
East Hampton, NY
Lifestyle
Look For Montauk Screenwriter Competing On Jeopardy!
Clue: This multifaceted screenwriter, director, and restaurateur from Long Island will appear on the most popular quiz show in television history. If you answered “Who is Stevie Ruiz?” you’d be correct. The Montauk resident will compete on an episode of Jeopardy! set to air Tuesday evening, Dec. 3. Ruiz boasts an impressive resume that includes writing his first feature film when he was 16, according to his LinkedIn profile. He has also acted in plays and short films. A graduate of Brooklyn’s Pratt Institute, where he obtained a master of fine arts in writing, Ruiz more recently wrote br…
East Hampton, NY
News
Man Holed Up With Weapons Triggers Large Police Response At Montauk Home, Train Delays
Reports of a man in crisis who was holed up in a home with weapons triggered an hours-long police standoff on Long Island. The incident happened in Montauk, at a residence on Edgemere Road, on Friday morning, Aug. 23. East Hampton Police said they were contacted at around 11:45 a.m. by Suffolk County DASH, a response team of licensed professionals who help individuals feeling overwhelmed by substance use, mental illness or other life stressors. Relatives told police that a man inside the home was having a psychiatric emergency and was not responding to anyone. They confirmed there were sev…
Brentwood, NY
News
Nation's Largest Offshore Wind Project Breaks Ground In NY On Way To Powering 600K Homes
Work on the nation’s largest offshore wind project is officially underway in New York. On Long Island, local and state leaders attended a ceremonial groundbreaking at the Boys and Girls Club of Bellport on Wednesday, July 17, for Sunrise Wind, a 924-megawatt project expected to produce enough energy to power 600,000 homes. The project – located approximately 30 miles east of Montauk – will support over 800 union jobs during the construction phase and will lead to economic benefits stretching from the Capital Region to Long Island, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office said. Earlier Report: 'Ju…
Massapequa, NY
Lifestyle
Top 10 Long Island Pizzerias Revealed In These Rankings
Many of the selections in a popular website's rankings of the Top 10 pizzerias on Long Island are familiar places with well-earned reputations. But a few may come by surprise. The rankings, by Trip Advisor, are based on reviews. The No. 1-rated eatery, Branchinelli's Pizza & Restaurant in Hauppauge, says it makes its dough, sauces, and toppings at intervals throughout the day "to ensure freshness and flavor." Branchinelli's drew a 4.5 rating (out of 5) based on 286 reviews on the website. "Their pizza is truly a work of art!" one Trip Advisor poster stated. "They make an am…
Massapequa, NY
Lifestyle
Pizza Professional Dave Portnoy Reviews Long Island Eatery
What’s the pizza guru’s score of this popular Long Island pizzeria? Dave Portnoy, owner of Barstool Sports, pizza lover, and part-time Long Islander (he has a house in Montauk), continued making his way through Long Island pizzerias with a stop on Friday, April 26 at Williston Park’s Gino’s Pizza. The video is part of the 47-year-old Portnoy’s “One Bite Pizza Review” series on YouTube, which boasts 1.2 million subscribers. “Listen,” he said at the beginning of the video, “I like Long Island…I’ve trashed Long Island pizza.” Before taking the first bite of the cheese pie from Gino’s, lo…
Brentwood, NY
News
Man Struck, Killed By
Lirr
Train In Mastic After Departure From Montauk
A man was struck and killed by a Long Island Rail Road train overnight. The incident happened around 6:50 p.m. Saturday, Feb 17 in Mastic, according to MTA Police Department Spokesperson Aaron Donovan. The train, which departed from Montauk at around 5:20 p.m., was due into Jamaica, Queens at 8 p.m. The man was struck near the Mastic Road railroad crossing, Donovan said, adding that the incident is being investigated as a suicide. The LIRR resumed normal service on the branch at approximately 9:20 p.m. with residual delays. The identity of the man has not yet been released. This is…
Brentwood, NY
News
Offshore Wind Farm Begins 'Powering Up,' Provides Clean Energy To Long Island Homes
The first wind turbine in New York’s first offshore wind farm has begun delivering power to Long Island, marking a major milestone in the state’s plans for renewable energy. On Wednesday, Dec. 6, the first offshore wind turbine at South Fork Wind, located nearly 35 miles from Montauk, began “powering up,” successfully delivering power to Long Island, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced. The turbine, which is one of two currently built, is not only the first offshore wind turbine in the state of New York but is also the first utility-scale offshore wind farm in the US to begin delivering power. …
Brentwood, NY
Police & Fire
Swastikas, Antisemitic Graffiti Found At Long Island Beach, Business
Police are investigating after swastikas and antisemitic graffiti was found at two locations on Long Island. The graffiti was found painted on bathrooms and two food trailers parked near the Ditch Plains Beach trailhead in Montauk on Monday morning, Oct. 30, according to East Hampton Town Police. The offensive words and images were also discovered on the rear exterior of the Naturally Good Foods and Sausages Pizza, located on Main Street in Montauk. Detectives are asking anyone with surveillance cameras in those areas to check for suspicious activity overnight Sunday, Oct. 29, into Monday …
Brentwood, NY
News
$380K Con Job: No Prison For Business Owner From Long Island Who Scammed Customers
A Long Island business owner won't spend a day in prison after stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from his customers and another company and blowing the cash on personal expenses. Mark Ripolone, age 35, formerly of Montauk, pleaded guilty to multiple counts of grand larceny in Suffolk County Court on Tuesday, Oct. 24. According to prosecutors, Ripolone was the owner of “123 Delivery,” a food delivery service, and a beach service company called “Hampton Management Group,” which provided luxury beach chair setups and decorations for special events. Earlier Report: $400K Stolen …
Brentwood, NY
Police & Fire
Know Them? Trio Wanted For Damaging Long Island Business, Police Say
Police are asking the public for help identifying three men who allegedly damaged property at a Long Island business. The incident took place in Montauk on Saturday, Sept. 2 at Marshall's and Sons Service Center located at 701 Montauk Highway. According to Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and East Hampton Town Police Department detectives the three men damaged property and a vehicle and stole items. Some of the damage included two planters that were broken, damage to the interior of an oil truck, and stolen paperwork from a vehicle in the parking lot. The suspects fled on foot. Suffol…
Brentwood, NY
News
Plane En Route From Martha's Vineyard To Montauk Crashes At Fishers Island
Three people on board a small plane en route from Martha's Vineyard escaped injury after it crashed on Long Island. The incident happened around 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 18 at Fishers Island Airport in Suffolk County. The plane, a Piper PA32 single engine, was traveling to Montauk when the aircraft began to have engine troubles, according to New York State Police. The pilot attempted an emergency landing at Fishers Island Airport and crashed just prior to the runway. There was a pilot and two passengers on the plane and no one was injured, said police. This incident is under inve…
Brentwood, NY
Lifestyle
'Magical New Gem': New Long Island Restaurant Cited For 'Next Level' Food
A new restaurant on Long Island serving up a blend of Scandinavian flavors is garnering high praise from satisfied diners. Fisher’s Montauk, located in Montauk at 440 West Lake Drive, opened in mid-July 2023. Under the direction of husband-and-wife owners Zach Terzis and Charlotte Olander, the restaurant seeks to be a “breath of fresh air” to the east end dining scene while paying homage to Montauk’s local heritage, they said. “When asked about why we decided to open Fisher’s, the honest answer sounds a little selfish. Fisher’s serves the foods and flavors we crave the most when we’re awa…
Massapequa, NY
Lifestyle
Jennifer Lawrence Movie Shot On Long Island Opens In Theaters
Jennifer Lawrence is returning to the big screen. And she's bringing Long Island with her. Lawrence's new movie "No Hard Feelings" opens Friday, June 23. Lawrence's last two movies went straight to streaming, and this is her first theatrical release since 2019's "Dark Phoenix." "No Hard Feelings" was filmed and set on Long Island. Lawrence, age 32, plays a Montauk woman desperate for cash who answers an ad to date a 19-year-old wallflower before he goes off to college. The movie shot all over Nassau County, including in Old Westbury and in Glendale. Critics have been mixed…
Brentwood, NY
Lifestyle
Secret Beaches: Pair Of NY Locales Rank Among America’s Top 100
When it comes to finding the best “hidden” beaches in the country, the secret is out - and you won’t have to travel very far to reach a couple of them. Two beaches on Long Island made the list of America’s favorite 100 secret beaches, according to a ranking by the travel site Family Destinations Guide. The website surveyed 3,000 families across the United States to find out which hidden beaches they most wanted to visit this summer. Landing at No. 19 is Amsterdam Beach Preserve, a nearly 200-acre state park located in Montauk. Known as the Montauk Moorlands, the park features over 1,200 …
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