Award-winning journalist. Hofstra University Class of 2020 with a B.A. in Journalism. Covering Babylon Village, Sayville-Bayport, Lindenhurst, Deer Park, North Babylon, Huntington, Smithtown, Commack, Northport and more across Suffolk County.
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Police say a 17-year-old was arrested after another teen was found with multiple stab wounds in a Brightwaters parking lot Wednesday night.
The 70-year-old man with dementia was last seen leaving his Columbia Street home around 1 p.m., police said.
How Huntington Hospital staff revived a four-year-old who arrived without a pulse, leading to a rare diagnosis and recovery.
"Those children will live with the scars of that night for the rest of their lives." — Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney.
Seventh graders at West Babylon Junior High School designed symbolic masks representing global challenges.
Students were honored for standout achievements in STEM competitions, industry mentorship, and the Girl Scout Silver award.
Police say a man and woman stole hundreds of dollars' worth of clothing.
A 60-year-old driver suffered slash wounds and bite injuries after a crash escalated into a violent confrontation.
The African American Small Business Foundation is renewing its push to expand community investment across Long Island and New York State.
The one-year-old siblings survived extreme winter conditions and must be adopted together, Northport Cat Rescue Association said.
The 6-month-old tabby has waited three months for an adopter after being rescued from a car engine.
Anderson encouraged students to push toward long-term success.
The Huntington Station tradition is back Saturday with 100+ artists and makers — and free admission.
Three John Glenn High School seniors signed National Letters of Intent to compete in soccer and cross-country at NCAA programs next year.
Police said a man stole from the store on Oct. 30 before fleeing in a black vehicle.
The man reportedly swiped more than $2K in merchandise, police say.
The 20-year-old is accused of firing a 3D-printed ghost gun inside his home, killing his teenage friend, prosecutors say.
Six Babylon Junior-Senior High School students earned All-County honors after standout NYSSMA evaluations, district officials said.
Students toured Citi Field and heard career advice from Babylon alum Joe Rende.
A new reading unit at Sylvan Avenue Elementary is helping students understand what sets nonfiction apart.
