Three-Alarm Fire Destroys Long Island Home Three-Alarm Fire Destroys Long Island Home
Three-Alarm Fire Destroys Long Island Home A three-alarm fire destroyed a Long Island home just two days before Christmas. More than 100 firefighters from seven departments battled the three-alarm blaze that broke out at approximately 6:30 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 23 at a home on Farnum Boulevard in Franklin Square, fire officials said. It is unclear what caused the fire, which quickly spread to every floor in the house, destroying it. Firefighters from Franklin Square and Munson, Franklin Square, Elmont, New Hyde Park, Plainview, Hempstead, and West Hempstead all responded to the scene. Officials said the fire was knocked down in appr…
Woman Is Second Suspect Nabbed In String Of Thefts At Long Island Supermarkets Woman Is Second Suspect Nabbed In String Of Thefts At Long Island Supermarkets
Woman Is Second Suspect Nabbed In String Of Thefts At Long Island Supermarkets A lengthy investigation into a string of larcenies targeting elderly women led to the arrest of a second suspect who allegedly stole purse and credit cards on Long Island, police said. On Friday, Aug. 9, the Nassau County Police Department announced that they had arrested Rockaway Beach resident Frank Rodriguez, 57, at his apartment following an investigation into five thefts in the area. Rodriguez allegedly targeted elderly women when shopping at stores. Police say the victims’ purses and credit cards would be taken while they were distracted looking at store products. Rodriguez would the…
Long Island Teen Killed, Sister Injured In Crash During Family Vacation Long Island Teen Killed, Sister Injured In Crash During Family Vacation
Long Island Teen Killed, Sister Injured In Crash During Family Vacation A Long Island teen was killed in a car crash while on a family vacation in Iceland. Zachary Zabatta, was killed Saturday, Oct. 12, in the crash that also critically injured his younger sister, Sophia and his mother and father, according to a GoFundMe page and officials at his school, St. Mary's High School in Manhasset. According to the GoFundMe page, the entire family is currently hospitalized and it's unclear when they will be able to return home. "The Zabatta's are a much loved and involved family in the New Hyde Park community," the GoFundMe page organizer wrote. "We are starting …
Missing Long Island Girl Found Missing Long Island Girl Found
Missing Long Island Girl Found Update: A 15-year-old girl who went missing on Long Island has been located. Andrea Base, who had last been seen at her residence on 2nd Avenue in New Hyde Park on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 11 p.m., has been found, Nassau County Police announced on Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 18. Original report: A 15-year-old girl has gone missing on Long Island and authorities are asking the public's help in locating her. According to Nassau County Police Missing Persons Squad detectives, Andrea Base was last seen at her residence on 2nd Avenue in New Hyde Park on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 11 p.m. She is d…
Missing Long Island Girl Found Missing Long Island Girl Found
Missing Long Island Girl Found Update: A 15-year-old girl who went missing on Long Island has been located. Andrea Base, who had last been seen at her residence on 2nd Avenue in New Hyde Park on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 11 p.m., has been found, Nassau County Police announced on Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 18. Original report: A 15-year-old girl has gone missing on Long Island and authorities are asking the public's help in locating her. According to Nassau County Police Missing Persons Squad detectives, Andrea Base was last seen at her residence on 2nd Avenue in New Hyde Park on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 11 p.m. She is d…
Suffolk Woman Charged In $11K Grandparent Scam In Nassau County Suffolk Woman Charged In $11K Grandparent Scam In Nassau County
Suffolk Woman Charged In $11K Grandparent Scam In Nassau County A Suffolk County woman was charged with grand larceny after police say she was involved in a grandparent scam totaling $11,000 in Nassau County. Third Squad Detectives with the Nassau County Police Department say they arrested Maria Adames, 25, of Copiague on Thursday, Sept. 12. Police say an 88-year-old female victim was contacted by an unknown male caller who claimed to be her grandson on Wednesday, May 29 around 2:30 p.m. in New Hyde Park. The male told the victim that he had been involved in an auto accident and injured a pregnant woman, according to police. After the caller explained…
Missing New Hyde Park Woman Located Missing New Hyde Park Woman Located
Missing New Hyde Park Woman Located A New Hyde Park woman reported missing has been found, according to Nassau County Police. Police had issued missing person alert Sunday afternoon, Aug. 18 for Angela Raio, 32, who they said had been last seen leaving her home driving her car, headed to an unknown destination, said police.
Here Are Five Sandwich Spots To Try In Nassau County Here Are Five Sandwich Spots To Try In Nassau County
Here Are Five Sandwich Spots To Try In Nassau County A sandwich is a meal hit any time of day. Here are five spots to try in Nassau County.  Deli Boy, 906 Atlantic Ave., Baldwin: "Dennis the Menace" a chicken breast, pepperoni, and melted provolone sandwich and a "Frank  Sinatra panini of roast beef, sauteed onions, and melted provolone are among their star-packed sandwich menu. In a Facebook review, Vinnie Fernicola posted, "It’s a pleasure going there They help us respect full. It's just a great place. Delicious sandwiches." Roast Sandwich House 100 Main St., Mineola: Their sandwiches on artisan bread are of beef, chicken br…
Syosset HS Grad Natalie Portman Cast As Thor Syosset HS Grad Natalie Portman Cast As Thor
Syosset HS Grad Natalie Portman Cast As Thor Syosset High School graduate Natalie Portman has been cast to play female Thor in "Thor 4." The announcement came at San Diego Comic-Con from Marvel that "Thor: Love and Thunder" set to be out Nov. 5, 2021, according to multiple reports. The actress who graduated from Syosset High School in 1999 responded, on Instagram in this post,  "So thrilled to share the news with you today at #sdcc2019 that I’ll be returning to the @marvel #mcu as female Thor with legends @taikawaititi @tessamaethompson and @chrishemsworth." "Remember this as the before picture for when I get jacked," …
Here Are Five Hot Spots For Happy Hour In Nassau County Here Are Five Hot Spots For Happy Hour In Nassau County
Here Are Five Hot Spots For Happy Hour In Nassau County Food or drink deals make happy hour a great way to unwind. Nassau County is brimming with choices. Here are five places to try. The Black Sheep Ale House, 78 2nd St., Mineola: Happy hour discounts include dollar off points. This place is for beer lovers. They have 25 beers on tap, a hand-drawn cask and over 75 bottles/cans; free hot dogs all the time, board games, beer events and trivia night and you can walk here from the LIRR. "Great beer, great service. The guy at the bar super cool," says a post by Thal Infante on the bar's Facebook page. Jameson's Bar & Grill, 157 Tulip …
Long Island Man Sentenced For Swindling 32 Homeowners Out Of More Than $600K Long Island Man Sentenced For Swindling 32 Homeowners Out Of More Than $600K
Long Island Man Sentenced For Swindling 32 Homeowners Out Of More Than $600K A Long Island man will spend time behind bars after pleading guilty to stealing more than $600,000 from 32 homeowners as part of a mortgage modification scheme. Dix Hills resident Mark Savransky, 59, has been sentenced to a term of three to six years in prison for scamming the homeowners out of a total of $601,546.92, which he must also pay in restitution. Savransky pleaded guilty in October last year to two counts of second-degree grand larceny, felonies, and scheme to defraud, a misdemeanor. According to Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas, Savransky operated a mortgage modi…
These Long Island Companies Rank Among Largest In New York These Long Island Companies Rank Among Largest In New York
These Long Island Companies Rank Among Largest In New York New York is home to some of the largest and most high-profile companies in the nation, but which on Long Island rank among the largest? Using a Zippier database, a newly released report from NewYorkUpstate.com determined the 99 largest businesses in the Empire State, based on the employee count at each location. Among the Long Island companies to make the cut include: Northwell Health in New Hyde Park (13th overall): Employees: 60,000; Education Services; Organization type: Education. Henry Schein in Melville (49th): Employees: 21,000; Pharmaceuticals; Organization type: Public. JetBl…