Photos: Pigs Rescued After Escaping From Trailer On Long Island Photos: Pigs Rescued After Escaping From Trailer On Long Island
Photos: Pigs Rescued After Escaping From Trailer On Long Island Police were on the tail of three perps who had escaped from a trailer, only the "perps" were pigs, not dangerous criminals, and their tails were quite literal. The rescue took place around 11:24 a.m., Friday, Jan. 17, when Fifth Precinct Sgt. Theodore Martinez was driving a marked police vehicle eastbound on Sunrise Highway, near Broadway Avenue in Sayville, when he observed what he thought was a pig on the side of the road.  Officers capture one of the escaped pigs.Suffolk County Police Martinez then saw a Hummer, with an attached trailer that was open with one pig inside. Martinez pul…
Here Are The Five Highest Rated Suffolk County Restaurants For Burgers, According To Yelp Here Are The Five Highest Rated Suffolk County Restaurants For Burgers, According To Yelp
Here Are The Five Highest Rated Suffolk County Restaurants For Burgers, According To Yelp Sink your teeth into these five Suffolk County burger joints that are top-rated on Yelp: 1. Barrow Food House (452 Main Road in Riverhead) With a perfect 5/5-star Yelp rating, Barrow Food House has long been considered a Riverhead staple. The restaurant serves small bites and sandwiches as well as hearty burgers, like the Smash Burger (aged cheddar, house-cured bacon, pickles, house sauce, shredded lettuce and steamed white onion) and the bean and mushroom burger (black bean, mungbean, quinoa, mushroom, poblano, cotija cheese, carrot kimchi and cashew avocado crema), which is vegan. For mo…
Woman Wanted For Using Stolen Credit Cards On Long Island Woman Wanted For Using Stolen Credit Cards On Long Island
Woman Wanted For Using Stolen Credit Cards On Long Island A woman has been accused of grand larceny after police say she used stolen credit cards at multiple Long Island retailers. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Fourth Precinct Crime Section officers are on the lookout for a woman, pictured above, who is suspected of using stolen credit cards at Best Buy in the Gateway Plaza in Patchogue (499 Sunrise Highway, Suite 39) and Target in Sayville (5750 Sunrise Highway). The credit cards were reported stolen from a misplaced wallet at HomeGoods in Patchogue (499 Gateway Plaza) on Dec. 26 at approximately 5:40 p.m., according to …
Long Island Man Struck, Killed After Exiting Disabled Pickup Truck Long Island Man Struck, Killed After Exiting Disabled Pickup Truck
Long Island Man Struck, Killed After Exiting Disabled Pickup Truck A Long Island man was struck and killed after exiting a disabled pickup truck, according to police. Suffolk County Police Fifth Squad detectives are investigating after a motorist who exited his disabled vehicle was killed in a crash in Sayville. Police say Shawn Devlin, 31, of Mastic Beach was driving a 1992 Chevrolet pickup truck on the on-ramp to westbound Sunrise Highway between Broadway and Lincoln Avenue in Sayville on Wednesday, Nov. 13 around 5:20 a.m. Devlin pulled his vehicle into the area between the entrance ramp and the express lanes after experiencing technical issues, police…
31-Year-Old LI Man Struck, Killed On Sunrise Highway 31-Year-Old LI Man Struck, Killed On Sunrise Highway
31-Year-Old LI Man Struck, Killed On Sunrise Highway A 31-year-old man was killed after he was hit by another vehicle as he exited his disabled pickup truck on Sunrise Highway. Shawn Devlin, of Mastic Beach, was killed around 5:20 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 13, in Sayville, said the Suffolk County Police. According to police, Devlin was driving a 1992 Chevrolet pickup truck on the on-ramp to westbound Sunrise Highway between Broadway and Lincoln Avenue in Sayville when his vehicle experienced mechanical issues.  Devlin pulled his vehicle into the area between the entrance ramp and the express lanes and was struck by a 2017 Jeep when he …
Long Island Man Accused Of Building Illegal Guns Had 800 Pounds Of Heroin, DA Says Long Island Man Accused Of Building Illegal Guns Had 800 Pounds Of Heroin, DA Says
Long Island Man Accused Of Building Illegal Guns Had 800 Pounds Of Heroin, DA Says A convicted felon on Long Island is facing drug and weapons charges after being busted building illegally modified guns and with hundreds of bags of heroin, the Suffolk County District Attorney said. Christopher Swanson, 42, of Sayville, was in possession of an assault rifle and automatic handgun when he was arrested last month on Wednesday, Aug. 14. At the time of his arrest at a Ronkonkoma hotel, he reportedly had approximately 800 bags of heroin in the room with him. District Attorney Timothy Sini said that man of the weapons were described as “ghost guns” because they do not have serial…
Bistro 25, Eclectic Sayville Restaurant, Offers Combined Lunch-Brunch Option Bistro 25, Eclectic Sayville Restaurant, Offers Combined Lunch-Brunch Option
Bistro 25, Eclectic Sayville Restaurant, Offers Combined Lunch-Brunch Option When Michael Turner opened his Sayville restaurant nine years ago, he wanted to bring an "eclectic" and "neighborhood vibe" to dining out. Bistro 25 is casual, cheery and elegant and offers something for everyone, the owner said. It attracts locals and tourists to and from the Fire Island Ferries and they are dog-friendly on the patio where a water bowl is provided. "We have an eclectic style, so you can come in at 3 in the afternoon and sit at a high top at the bar or outside on the patio or on a Friday or Saturday night to enjoy live music. You can order a drink and something from the ra…
Here Are Five Sandwich Spots To Try In Suffolk County Here Are Five Sandwich Spots To Try In Suffolk County
Here Are Five Sandwich Spots To Try In Suffolk County A bakery cafe, pubs, and diners are among five sandwich spots to try in Suffolk County. Lake Grove Diner, 2211 Nesconset Highway, Lake Grove: This family-owned classic diner has nearly 100 wraps, paninis, and specialty sandwiches on a classic menu. "Chicken souvlaki sandwich which comes in their delicious pita with tomatoes, onions and their homemade tzatziki sauce. I got it deluxe but substituted the fries for a baked potato," says a post on Yelp by Alex B. of Brooklyn. The Blue Duck Bakery Cafe, 309 E. Main St., Riverhead: A true bakery with a cafe where you sit and eat sandwiches m…
Italian Eatery Closes In Smithtown, But Will Open New Location In Bay Shore Italian Eatery Closes In Smithtown, But Will Open New Location In Bay Shore
Italian Eatery Closes In Smithtown, But Will Open New Location In Bay Shore A popular Italian restaurant is changing locations in Suffolk County. For the past 13 years, Butera’s Restaurant served customers at 65 E. Main St. in Smithtown. The eatery served its final meals there Saturday, Aug. 3, says a note on its website. The restaurant has two other locations -- in Woodbury and Sayville -- that will remain open and serving customers. Butera's family owners announced it will open a new location in Bay Shore early next year, said the note. "As we decide to pursue other endeavors, we have sold the location to another restaurateur and will be closing this Buter…
These Suffolk County Beaches Remain Closed To Bathing These Suffolk County Beaches Remain Closed To Bathing
These Suffolk County Beaches Remain Closed To Bathing The following beaches in Suffolk County remain closed to bathing due to the finding of bacteria at levels in excess of acceptable criteria, according to Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone's office. Terraces on the Sound Beach in Rocky Point, Sayville Marina Park Beach in Sayville Tanner Park Beach in Copiague, West Islip Beach in West Islip East Islip Beach in East Islip  Brightwaters Village Beach in Brightwaters Beaches will reopen when further testing reveals that the bacteria have subsided to acceptable levels. Bathing in bacteria-contaminated water can result in gas…
Christopher Ross Of Sayville, VP Sales In Family Business, Dies At 49 Christopher Ross Of Sayville, VP Sales In Family Business, Dies At 49
Christopher Ross Of Sayville, VP Sales In Family Business, Dies At 49 Christopher Steven Ross of Sayville, the vice president of sales for a family business on Long Island, died Wednesday, July 31 at age 49. Christopher Steven Ross worked at Charles Ross & Company for almost 30 years, according to the obituary. He was the husband of Tricia; father of Christopher and Caroline; son of Richard and Yvonne; and brother of Rick O’Boyle (Bill), Denise (Joe), Laurie Ross, Heather Ross (Tripp) and the late Jim Ross and late Sandra Kerr (Jon).  Visitation will be held on Friday, Aug. 2, at Raynor & D’Andrea Funeral Home 245 Main Street, West Sayville from…
Butera’s Restaurant Gets Rave Reviews For Fine Food, Friendly Service In Smithtown Butera’s Restaurant Gets Rave Reviews For Fine Food, Friendly Service In Smithtown
Butera’s Restaurant Gets Rave Reviews For Fine Food, Friendly Service In Smithtown Butera’s Restaurant in Smithtown has been serving a wide variety of authentic Italian eats for more than a decade. Located at 65 East Main Street, Butera’s, which also has locations in Woodbury and Sayville, specializes in New Italian cuisine with northern and southern influence. Butera’s has four owners, three of whom are chefs with expertise in different culinary areas: “Three of the four owners, Martin Butera, his wife Laurie, brother Gary, and Nick Zografos, are also chefs. Martin brings the experience of growing up in his father’s pizzeria, Gary trained at France’s acclaimed Cordon B…