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'Please Help Us Bring Petros Home': Mom's Plea To Find Missing Son

"Every bit of information matters." Petros Krommidas' mother says her son, a legislature candidate, was last seen on April 23 in Nassau

LI Real Estate Attorney Embezzled $1.2 Million From Clients: DA

Terrance Dougherty was arraigned on Wednesday on charges that include grand larceny and scheme to defraud, prosecutors said.

Man Pulled Over With Loaded Gun, Dagger: Police

He faces charges of criminal possession of a weapon and criminal possession of a firearm, police said.

Visas Of 11 Stony Brook University Students Reinstated: Officials

The students were among 1,500 international students nationwide to have their status terminated, provost says.

Motorcyclist Attacked At Traffic Light: Police

He faces charges that include robbery and assault, police said.

Free Boat Safety Checks Offered On Long Island

America's Boating Club of Great South Bay is offering free U.S. Coast Guard approved Vessel Safety Checks to ensure Long Islanders are safe

'So Happy!': Tears Of Joy As Rajah, Lost Bengal Cat, Returns Home Safe

Missing for more than 2 weeks, Rajah is home safe and sound now on LI.

Huge Crowd Turns Out To Celebrate Nassau Police's 100th Anniversary

"No one has ever in the country's history done just a police parade. Well, it happened here today," Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder said.

'Starting Over': LI Fundraises For Family Displaced By Raging House Fire

A GoFundMe has been organized to help a Long Island family whose home was destroyed by a devastating fire that hospitalized 8 on Saturday.

Man After General Election Scam: DA

A Long Island man has been arrested for voter fraud after voting in the general election more than once, DA says.

Movies Are Back In Westhampton Beach: Iconic Theater Sees New Chapter

"The community is thrilled to have its theater back."

Man Who Drove While Impaired In Deadly High-Speed Crash Sentenced: DA

The Wading River man was driving at about 113 mph in East Quogue when he hit the car driven by an 82-year-old Queens man, the DA says.

Trump Weighs In Again On Massapequa 'Chiefs' Fight

The president said in an Instagram post on Monday that he agrees with school officials "who are fighting furiously" to maintain the mascot.

'She Was Truly A Gift': North Fork Mourns Mom After Cancer Battle

When Marta Thomas was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor in March, the community opened its arms and hearts to envelop her with love.

'Preyed On His Stepdaughter': LI Man Charged With Sexual Abuse

A Long Island man is facing decades in prison after being found guilty of sexually abusing his stepdaughter, according to the Suffolk DA.

School Mourns Beloved Mother, Coach, Teacher After 'Sudden Passing'

"The district will be honoring Adrian in the coming days, as we reflect and remember her legacy." A GoFundMe has also been created to help.

LI's Olivia Hope Foundation To Hold 6th Annual Gala For Childhood Cancer Research

There will be food, drinks, music and fun, as well as the opportunity to win auctions for a trip to Sicily or the Cayman Islands.

Fundraiser Setup For Road Rage Victim Who 'Never Harmed Anyone'

More than $6,300 has been donated to the family of the 29-year-old victim.

Former State Police Investigator From LI Dies Of 9/11-Related Illness

Thomas Herrick, who spent 26 years with the state police, has died.

LI Earth Day Cleanup Yields 87 Lbs. Of Trash, 376 Cigarette Butts

"Clean water and healthy coasts are essential to our way of life here." The event was held in Noyac in celebration of Earth Day.

'Perseverance, Faith, Grace': Town Bids Sad Adieu To Community Light

"It's heartbreaking. She was a tireless advocate for both the students and the taxpayers." — Scott Latham, vice-president, Southold BOE.

New Flea Market Opens On Long Island

Warm weather means yard sale season is here, and a new flea market with around 100 vendors is opening on Long Island this weekend.

'Vicious Beating: LI Man Who Assaulted Toddler Goes To Prison: DA

A Long Island man who beat his girlfriend's toddler and caused life-threatening injuries has been sentenced to years in prison, the DA says.

Large-Scale LI-Based Trafficking Operation Transported Fentanyl, Cocaine Across U.S.: Feds

The group distributed over 235 kilos of cocaine and 20 kilos of fentanyl; its leader was charged in a 2023 slaying on LI, feds say.

3 LI Teens Searched Vehicles For Valuables, Had Stolen SUV: PD

They were caught in a stolen SUV, trying to open vehicle doors in search of valuables in both Riverhead and on the North Fork, police say.

'Best Feeling Ever': LI Teen Elected New York State Student Governor

A Brentwood High School student has been elected to represent New York State at National Student Governors Conference.

NFL Great Set To Kick Off Opening Of Hamptons Sports Memorabilia Store

"We're proud to offer a destination where people can connect with the culture of collecting in such a unique and vibrant setting."

2 Men Dumped 'Truck's Worth Of Garbage' In Pine Barrens, Convicted: DA

"My office will protect every square inch of natural space in this county." — Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney

Duchess Cookies Opens At Mall On LI

Duchess Cookies offers a variety of traditional and unique flavors. "We believe that our cookies and customers are sacred."

LI Merchants Launch Round-Up Campaign For Cancer Charities

Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition was voted as May's charity. "We are honored to be part of such an important cause," one business owner says.

Jet Blue Cancels Flights From Long Island's MacArthur To Boston

Town supe says officials work hard to promote services, but, "We need to put people in seats to keep and retain routes."

Girl Scouts Blend Fashion And Fundraising On LI

Girl Scout troops on Long Island held a fashion show fundraiser to raise money for a scouting campsite at a local beach.

LI Man Missing Since Heading To Work In NYC Monday Morning: Officials

Mark Boehrer is the human resources director at The Brearley School in New York City, officials say.