Do you have a tip about a story we should cover? Let us know!

E-mail: [email protected]
Twitter: @walk975
Or call: 631-955-NEWS

News

Latest News

Police search for missing Port Jeff Station man

Police search for missing Port Jeff Station man

**Update: The missing has been located** Suffolk County Police have issued a Silver Alert for a missing Port Jefferson Station man with dementia who may be in need of medical attention.  Donald Harrison left a residence on Route 112 in Port Jefferson Station on September 7 at approximately 8:15 p.m.  Harrison, 62, is white, 5…

Man shot while driving on the Long Island Expressway

Man shot while driving on the Long Island Expressway

Suffolk County Police are investigating a shooting that occurred in Melville on Monday, September 7.  A 28-year-old Peekskill, NY, man was driving an SUV westbound on the Long Island Expressway, between Route 110 and  Round Swamp Road, when he was struck in the leg by a bullet believed to be fired from another motor vehicle…

Teenage girl injured in Huntington Station shooting

Teenage girl injured in Huntington Station shooting

Suffolk County Police say a teenager was shot in Huntington Station early Tuesday morning.  According to authorities, a 19-year-old female was on the first floor of a home located on East 9th Street, off Depot Road, when she was struck in the leg by one of several gunshots fired from outside the residence at approximately 12:45 a.m.…

School returns with online covid-19 tracking

School returns with online covid-19 tracking

Today many Long Island teachers, students and staff, returned to school to begin the 2020-2021 school year.  Some returned to the classrooms they left vacant in March, while others began today with virtual learning.  School districts in New York will be required to provide the Department of Health with daily updates on the number of…

Islanders lose in double overtime

Islanders lose in double overtime

The Islanders lost in double overtime to the Philadelphia Flyers 5-4. The best of 7 playoff series is now tied 3 game each. The deciding game 7 is Saturday night at 7:30. (Photo AP Images)

Jake’s 58 casino will reopen Sept. 9th

Jake’s 58 casino will reopen Sept. 9th

Casinos in New York will be allowed to reopen with public health restrictions such as reduced capacity and social distancing Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Thursday. Cuomo set a reopening date of Wednesday, Sept. 9. Casinos can reopen at 25 percent capacity, they will have to require masks and social distancing, and must install advanced air…

Governor’s Comedy Club ask Governor Cuomo to let them reopen

Governor’s Comedy Club ask Governor Cuomo to let them reopen

Governor’s Comedy Club in Levittown held a rally Thursday to urge Governor Cuomo to consider its line of business in reopening plans. Supporters say comedy clubs should get the same reopening treatment as restaurants. Governor’s Comedy Club has set up a plexiglass encasement on its stage along with keeping table six feet apart. The club…

The Brooklyn Nets hired Steve Nash as their coach

The Brooklyn Nets hired Steve Nash as their coach

NBA Hall of Fame Steve Nash has signed a four-year contract to become the next coach of the Brooklyn Nets. The Nets hired Steve Nash on Thursday,putting the Hall of Fame point guard in charge of the team that hopes to have Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving together next season (Photo AP Images)

Parks and beaches on Long Island will stay open through the month of September

Parks and beaches on Long Island will stay open through the month of September

Long Island and the rest of New York state are keeping beaches, parks, pools, campgrounds and other attractions open through the month of September. Lifeguards will also be kept on-duty through the end of the month. The decision was made due to summer activities being cut short by the pandemic. “We’re encouraging people to go…

Mets Hall of Famer Tom Seaver has died

Mets Hall of Famer Tom Seaver has died

Tom Seaver has died at his California home due to complications from COVID-19, Lyme disease, and dementia. Seaver won three Cy Young Awards with the Mets, winning 311 games in his career. The Hall of Famer was named to 12 All-Star Games and helped the Mets capture the 1969 World Series title. Seaver also pitched…

Firefighters responsible for the display of a Confederate flag have resigned

Firefighters responsible for the display of a Confederate flag have resigned

The Brookhaven Fire District’s Board of Commissioners says those responsible for the display of a Confederate flag on a district-owned truck have resigned. The board says it condemning the actions of those responsible, and that after they were immediately suspended, they resigned Wednesday. Gov. Cuomo and Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone denounce the behavior. “I’m…

The Hempstead school district is delaying the start to the new school year

The Hempstead school district is delaying the start to the new school year

The School district unions say they reached a decision late Tuesday night to delay the opening of schools after officials learned of a number of concerns. Teachers Association President Nicole Brooks says poor ventilation is at the top of the list, along with an apparent lack of PPE and signage. District officials disputed that claim…