On June 26, 2018, Suffolk County Police Commissioner Geraldine Hart talked about how technology and an emphasis on data analysis and intelligence gathering are responsible for the continuing decline in most major crime categories.


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NewsdayTV meterologist Rich Von Ohlen has an update on Hurricane Milton, which is not forecast to affect Long Island. 

Rich Von Ohlen takes a look at Hurricane Milton

Community members gathered at a ceremony at Farmingdale High School to rename two streets in honor of Beatrice Ferrari and Gina Pellettiere, who died in a band bus crash last year. 

'Their time with us will never be forgotten'

According to Nassau Police, an 85-year-old man has died after a fire engulfed a Seaford home Monday evening.

Man dies after being pulled from Seaford house fire 

A kindergartner in East Meadow was dropped off at the wrong school bus stop more than two miles from his day care center on the first day of school. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'I don't even have words for that' 

Monday commemorated the one-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 attack against Israel by Hamas. Long Islanders paid tribute by holding vigils. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'Their memories are forever remembered'

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Median prices in Great Neck, Amityville and Franklin Square all increased at least 17% in the first half of 2024.

Where LI home prices have increased the most this year

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Two Amazon Fresh supermarkets will open in East Setauket and Plainview in two weeks. 

New Amazon Fresh stores set opening date

Rafael Andre Penalas was found badly injured in a wooded area, police said.

Bayport man killed in Southampton motorcycle crash

"It's not so hard. Just die," officials say the alleged killer could be heard saying on video.

LI man begged friend to die after beating him for 6 hours, prosecutor says

Check out these happenings at libraries and other community gathering spaces.

Seniors Calendar: LI event listings

The budget proposal, released Sept. 26, shows landfill revenue is expected to decline by 40.2% next year.

Brookhaven Town to hike taxes after projected $21M loss in landfill revenue

The U.S. Small Business Administration rejected the gambling agency's application for loan forgiveness, saying it should've never received the pandemic relief in the first place.

Suffolk OTB sues after its $4 million PPP loan isn't forgiven

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Some residents have concerns about the new rules imposed at the Shelter Island Recycling Center. 

'It's more than just the dump'

Long Islanders, distraught over continuing violence in the Middle East, held demonstrations for the hostages held in Gaza and the people who have died in the war there.

'Bring the hostages home now'

Volunteers at the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Uniondale expect to finish the 10-year restoration by May. 

'It's just an ongoing series of challenges' 

Experts believe the reason for the drop in overdose deaths on Long Island is Narcan. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'This is everybody's problem' 

A second water main break in Baldwin since June on Winona Road has left residents concerned about the aging pipes underground.

Two water main breaks in four months a cause for concern?

  The veterinarian, Linda Pesek, 75, is facing animal abuse charges and authorities were removing animals, including birds, dogs and exotic species, from her home. 

'I've never seen a situation as horrendous'

Bella Trezza 17, died in a two-car crash in September. Trezza was remembered for her beautiful and caring spirit and saving three lives by donating her organs. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'It's just really heartbreaking'

The Lindenhurst Fire Department is collecting donations to help victims of Hurricane Helene. Donations can be dropped off through the weekend.

'I hope it helps them'

The Amato family of Bellmore received a service dog on Thursday from the nonprofit Law Enforcement Officers Weekend to help the family whose sons have autism and Fragile X syndrome. 

'Today was a special day' 

Joseph Garcia's children were allegedly both excluded from Plainedge schools because the district says they do not have the correct vaccination documents. However, he says he has proof that his children were vaccinated. 

Father says he got kids' blood tested

The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights is investigating a discrimination complaint based on color and national origin against the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District over a teacher's classroom discussions about Israel, according to documents on the department's website.

Feds investigating a discrimination complaint against Bellmore-Merrick Central High School

The attorney in the alleged drunken crash into a Deer Park nail salon, which killed four, said his client's preexisting leg injury may have been a factor. 

'That may have been a factor' 

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