Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Teacher Spotlight: Elaina Cusumano Puts 'Heart And Soul' Into Teaching
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Jade has over 15 years of journalism experience and has been published in numerous national and local publications. She's covered surfing, travel, lifestyle, and hyperlocal news extensively, authored a book, and reported from the White House press pool.
She loves surfing, traveling, and fishing with her son, and just about anything in the ocean.
Jade is a graduate of the University of Hawaii at Hilo where she fell in love with journalism.
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Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
Bella Trezza 'Lives On' As Organ Donor 'Hero' After Tragic Death
The family of Bella Trezza, 17, 1 of 2 teens who died after a tragic crash in West Babylon, is donating her organs to help others 'live on.'
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
7 Charged With Felonies After Selling Prescription Meds Illegally: DA
Seven Brentwood store employees have been charged with multiple felony counts of criminal sale of a controlled substance, the DA said.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Lindenhurst, NY|News|
'Hard Work And Talent': Lindenhurst High Violinist Selected For NYSSMA
A Lindenhurst High School violinist has been selected to take part in the annual NYSSMA All-State Festival.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
Man Pleads Guilty To Role In Grisly LI Body Parts Case: Report
A man pleaded guilty to 6 charges in connection with a murder where 2 were dismembered with knives and a meat cleaver, the DA says.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Babylon Village, NY|News|
Babylon Village Branch Shutting For Overnight Repairs
Sections of the Babylon Village Long Island Railroad Station will be closed while undergoing improvement work, village officials say.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Bay Shore|News|
Long Island Duck Hockey Legend To Be Honored At Bay Shore Event
“Long before we could love the New York Islanders, people from our area loved the Long Island Ducks and Buzz Deschamps.” — Chris R. Vaccaro.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
Teen Dies Of Injures After Tragic Babylon Car Crash: PD
Bella Trezza, 17, the driver of the 2025 Kia Seltos that was involved in a tragic crash in West Babylon, has died, police say.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Babylon Village, NY|News|
Town of Babylon Hosts Small Business Networking Night
The Town of Babylon proudly hosted its inaugural Small Business Networking Night in September.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
LI Man Pleads Guilty To Dumping Hazardous Waste At Psych Center: DA
A Bay Shore man pleaded guilty to illegally dumping hazardous waste at Pilgrim State Psychiatric Center in 2023, the DA said.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
Man Attempted To Rob Woman He Hired To Clean House: DA
“The allegations in this case represent a disturbing pattern of predatory behavior.”— DA Tierney.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Babylon Village, NY|News|
Trial In 2025 For 2 Suspects In Grisly LI Body Parts Case: Report
A judge "hopes" a trial for suspects in a double murder where 2 victims were dismembered with knives will take place in 2025, a report says.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
Babylon Officials Seize Illegal Flavored Vapes From Deer Park Store
Town of Babylon officials confiscated nearly 900 illegal flavored vapes from a convenience store on Monday, officials say.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
2 Wanted After Stealing $3K Of Clothing From Deer Park Store: PD
Suffolk County police are asking for the public's help in identifying 2 men who stole around $3,000 of clothing from Abercrombie & Fitch.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Babylon Village, NY|News|
Woman Pleads Guilty To Role In Grisly LI Body Parts Case: Court Docs
A woman pleaded guilty to 5 charges in connection with a murder where 2 were dismembered with knives and a meat cleaver, the DA says.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Sayville-Bayport, NY|News|
Pedestrian Seriously Injured In Suffolk Crash: Police
A Ronkonkoma woman was hospitalized at Stony Brook University Hospital on Tuesday evening after getting hit by a car in Oakdale, police say.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
West Islip, NY|News|
West Islip High Musicians Slated To Perform In Prestigious Festivals
West Islip High School student musicians were selected to participate in prestigious music festivals in Suffolk County and New York State.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Lindenhurst, NY|News|
Brooklyn Man Found Guilty Of 2nd-Degree Murder, Faces 25 To Life: DA
“This defendant fatally gunned down Mark Birthwright at a house party in Wyandanch and severely injured Robert Brown." — DA Tierney.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
Suspect ID'd After Illegally Dumping Waste In West Babylon: Town
A suspect has been identified after illegally dumping three drums full of waste oil in West Babylon, officials say.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
LI Community Fundraises To Help Mom And Kids Displaced By Fire
A fundraiser has been organized for a mother, her 3 children and pets who lost everything in a house fire that ravaged their Babylon home.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
