IDs Released For Three Women Killed In Crash Involving Drunk Driver Near NY Event Venue IDs Released For Three Women Killed In Crash Involving Drunk Driver Near NY Event Venue
IDs Released For Three Women Killed In Crash Involving Drunk Driver Near NY Event Venue The identities have been released who three women who were killed after a crash involving a drunk driver in front of an event venue in New York, police said. At around 11:10 p.m. Saturday, May 21 on Long Island, a 2010 Lincoln Town Car with a driver and five occupants was struck in the eastbound lane of Jericho Turnpike in New Hyde Park by a 2012 Mercedes-Benz sedan occupied by only the driver, according to Nassau County Police.  The incident happened in front of 214 Jericho Turnpike, the location of The Inn at New Hyde Park, a facility for events and weddings. (See…
Three Female Passengers Killed In Crash Involving Drunk Driver Near NY Event Venue, Police Say Three Female Passengers Killed In Crash Involving Drunk Driver Near NY Event Venue, Police Say
Three Female Passengers Killed In Crash Involving Drunk Driver Near NY Event Venue, Police Say Updated story: IDs Released For Three Women Killed In Crash Involving Drunk Driver Near NY Event Venue Three female passengers were killed after a crash involving a drunk driver that happened overnight in front of an event venue in New York, police said. At around 11:10 p.m. Saturday, May 21 on Long Island, a 2010 Lincoln Town Car with a driver and five occupants was struck in the eastbound lane of Jericho Turnpike in New Hyde Park by a 2012 Mercedes-Benz sedan occupied by only the driver, according to Nassau County Police.  The incident happened in front …
Girl, 10, Headed For Ice Cream Truck Struck By Car On Long Island Girl, 10, Headed For Ice Cream Truck Struck By Car On Long Island
Girl, 10, Headed For Ice Cream Truck Struck By Car On Long Island A 10-year-old Long Island girl was seriously injured after being hit by a car as she pedaled her bike to an ice cream truck. The crash took place in New Hyde Park around 6 p.m., on Wednesday, May 11. According to detectives, a 20-year-old woman was driving a 2020 Hyundai Elantra northbound on N 11th Street at Park Avenue when she hit the girl who was riding her bicycle across the roadway toward an ice cream truck.  The girl was transported to North Shore LIJ Cohens Children’s Hospital for treatment of her injuries.  The driver remained on the scene.   No other injurie…
This Popular Shop Voted Long Island's Best Candy Store This Popular Shop Voted Long Island's Best Candy Store
This Popular Shop Voted Long Island's Best Candy Store A popular general store was voted the best place to buy candy on Long Island, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island. Bobb Howard's General Store in Nassau County was voted the best candy store by Long Islanders for the fifth year in a row, the website announced. The business is located at 581 Lakeville Road in New Hyde Park. The store, which also offers a variety of nostalgic toys and collectibles, advertises its retro candies such as Astro Pops lollipops, Sky Bars, and Wacky Wafers.  "The minute you walk into the store you are hit with feelings of nostalgia," Samantha S., o…
Long Island Woman Indicted For Theft Of Almost $750K, DA Says Long Island Woman Indicted For Theft Of Almost $750K, DA Says
Long Island Woman Indicted For Theft Of Almost $750K, DA Says A woman on Long Island is facing charges for allegedly stealing nearly $750,000 through her employer, which had been entrusted with her victim’s finances, authorities announced. Nassau County resident Elizabeth Reilly, age 48, of New Hyde Park, was arraigned on Wednesday, April 6 on charges she allegedly stole hundreds of thousands of dollars from a 91-year-old woman who entrusted her finances to her employer, a Floral Park attorney. Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly said that Reilly’s employer had a verbal agreement with the victim that he would handle her finances as she began…
Two Critically Injured In Crash Near New Hyde Park Shopping Center Two Critically Injured In Crash Near New Hyde Park Shopping Center
Two Critically Injured In Crash Near New Hyde Park Shopping Center Two people were hospitalized with critical injuries after being involved in a crash in front of a Long Island shopping center, police said. In Nassau County, Homicide Squad detectives were dispatched in New Hyde Park on Tuesday, March 29, where there was a report of a crash involving a Range Rover and Subaru. The crash happened shortly after 7 p.m. on March 29 outside 2317 New Hyde Park Road. According to police, a 25-year-old man was driving a 2018 Range Rover when he collided with a 32-year-old male driver in a 2015 Subaru in front of Party City in New Hyde Park. Police said that as a …
Police Ask Public For Help Locating Missing 15-Year-Old From New Hyde Park Police Ask Public For Help Locating Missing 15-Year-Old From New Hyde Park
Police Ask Public For Help Locating Missing 15-Year-Old From New Hyde Park Police have asked the public for help locating a missing 15-year-old girl from Long Island. Maya Feliciano-Ramirez was last seen in her New Hyde Park home by her father at about 11 a.m. on Friday, March 11, according to the Nassau County Police Department. NCPD said Maya left the residence in an unknown direction. She was reported missing at 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 17, police said. Maya is described as being 4-foot-9 and 120 pounds, with brown eyes, straight black hair, and an average build, police said. Her clothing description is unknown, NCPD said.  Police said Maya's de…
Man Killed After SUV Crashes Off Roadway In Suffolk Man Killed After SUV Crashes Off Roadway In Suffolk
Man Killed After SUV Crashes Off Roadway In Suffolk Police are investigating a crash that killed a Long Island man. It happened around 12:10 p.m. Friday, March 11 in Patchogue. The man was driving a 2010 Honda CR-V westbound on Sunrise Highway Service Road when the vehicle veered off the roadway and struck a fence, located at 200 Chestnut Ave., before stopping in a driveway on Sinn Street, Suffolk County Police said. The driver, identified as Glenn Schifano, age 61, of New Hyde Park, was transported by North Patchogue Fire Department ambulance to Long Island Community Hospital in Patchogue where he was pronounced dead a short time late…
NY Man Accused Of Opening Doors, Letting Rioters Into Capitol During Insurrection NY Man Accused Of Opening Doors, Letting Rioters Into Capitol During Insurrection
NY Man Accused Of Opening Doors, Letting Rioters Into Capitol During Insurrection A Long Island man is facing federal charges for his role in the riot at the US Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. New Hyde Park resident Eric Gerwatowski, age 31, was arrested on Tuesday, Feb. 8 on civil disorder and other charges for his actions during the insurrection at the Capitol, federal officials announced. Specifically, Gerwatowski was charged with: Civil disorder; Entering and remaining in a restricted building or grounds; Disorderly and disruptive conduct in a restricted building or grounds; Disorderly conduct in a Capitol building; Impeding passage through the Capitol grounds or buildin…
COVID-19: New Testing Sites Opening On Long Island COVID-19: New Testing Sites Opening On Long Island
Covid-19: New Testing Sites Opening On Long Island As COVID-19 infections spike across Long Island several new testing sites will open to help with long lines and to prevent exposures. Beginning on Tuesday, Dec. 28, Northwell Health has opened drive-thru sites in Suffolk and Nassau counties.  In Nassau County, the site will be held at  Christopher Morley Park in Roslyn. In Suffolk County, the site will be held at the former McCann Mercy High School across from Peconic Bay Medical Center in Riverhead. Appointments are required. To sign up, click here. The sites are open from Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. …
COVID-19: Northwell Sends Nurses To Assist Hospitals Struggling With Surge In Cases COVID-19: Northwell Sends Nurses To Assist Hospitals Struggling With Surge In Cases
Covid-19: Northwell Sends Nurses To Assist Hospitals Struggling With Surge In Cases The largest health system in New York State has dispatched a team of nurses to medical centers that need assistance with a new surge in COVID-19 cases. Northwell Health announced that a team of 16 clinical professionals and two team leads were sent to Erie County Medical Center in Buffalo and the University of Rochester’s Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester on Saturday, Dec. 11. The nurses will spend two weeks assisting the hospitals due to a rise in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. “Being a nurse, I know the importance of helping those in need,” said Brendan McDermott, a critic…
COVID-19: New Long Island Vaccine Pop-Up Sites Open COVID-19: New Long Island Vaccine Pop-Up Sites Open
Covid-19: New Long Island Vaccine Pop-Up Sites Open New York state officials have announced a series of COVID-19 vaccination pop-up sites at a site on Long Island. Gov. Kathy Hochul made the announcement on Wednesday, Dec. 1, saying the sites are part of the state's #VaxtoSchool campaign to increase vaccination among school-aged children.  The four pop-up sites will provide vaccines for those ages 12 and older, and they will all be held at the New Hyde Park Fire Department, located at 15555 Jericho Turnpike in New Hyde Park. The pop-up sites will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for four straight days: Wednesday, Dec. 1 th…