Islip, NY|News|
Hazardous Outlooks Issued For Thunderstorms On Long Island
Some of the stronger storms could produce hail and strong wind gusts, the National Weather Service said.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
- Port Jefferson, NY
Maureen is an editor at Long Island Patch with a passion for local news, covering the areas of Deer Park-North Babylon, Babylon Village, Bay Shore, Islip, East Islip, Sayville-Bayport, Brentwood-Central Islip, Lindenhurst, and West Islip. Born and raised in Queens, NY, she received her bachelor's in English Literature at SUNY Binghamton, and recently graduated with her master's degree from New York University's Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, running, all things podcasts, and busting out a tune with friends at karaoke. Want to connect? Send tips, ideas, press releases, podcast recommendations and photos of your pets to maureen.mullarkey@patch.com
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
LI Woman Accuses Teacher Of Groping: 'We Will Not Be Quiet'
The graduate openly released an 8-page document addressed to the Brentwood superintendent, claiming a teacher groomed and assaulted her.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
Islip, NY|News|
'Torrential Rainfall,' Thunderstorms To Hit Long Island On Wednesday
Long Island is expected to receive a round of severe rain and thunderstorms on Wednesday, AccuWeather says.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
Babylon Village, NY|News|
Babylon Candidate Stands Naked By Front Door, Van Driver Says: Reports
A behavior specialist said that the candidate has exposed himself at least 10 times as she drives past his house, reports say.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
Lindenhurst, NY|News|
New Bocce Ball Courts Open At Babylon Town's Tanner Park
The new courts were recently completed and replaced two existing courts.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
Lindenhurst, NY|News|
Amityville Schools To Host Forum On Native American Mascot
The forum comes after the New York State Board of Regents reportedly voted unanimously to ban schools from using Native American mascots.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
Islip, NY|News|
Rip Current Warning Issued On LI, Possible Thunder Storms
Swimmers are encouraged stay away from surf zones, as life-threatening rip currents are expected on Monday.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
Bay Shore, NY|News|
3 Men Stabbed During Bay Shore Fight, 1 At Large: Police
Police found the men with stab wounds on Sunday.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
Malverne-Lynbrook, NY|News|
LI Resident Takes Baby Possum, Blocks Officials On Social Media
The person took the possum after seeing it posted on social media, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation says.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
Islip, NY|News|
Air Quality Improved But Alert Still In Force On Long Island
Thunderstorms with small hail are possible in the afternoon, prompting a hazardous outlook for Long Island.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
Sayville-Bayport, NY|News|
$18K TAKE 5 Ticket Sold At Blue Point Store: NY Lottery
The ticket is worth more than $18,000. Read on to see the winning numbers.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
Syosset, NY|News|
Woman Dies After Being Hit By Pickup In Jericho; Toddler Hurt: Police
The woman and a 1-year-old were crossing the street when they were struck by a pickup truck, police say.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
Driver Shot At With Pellets In Deer Park Road Rage: Police
The male driver also pointed his gun at another man in a confrontation, police say.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
East Islip, NY|News|
Mother Mallard And Ducklings Stuck In South Shore Children’s Center
The duck family was stuck in the building's courtyard, New York Environmental Department of Conservation says.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
Bay Shore, NY|News|
LI Man Gets 30 Years In Prison In Strangulation, Murder Of Women: DA
The 23-year-old pleaded guilty to strangulating one woman in 2020 and murdering another in 2021, the DA says.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
New Hyde Park, NY|News|
'We Remain Optimistic': Air Quality May Thwart Belmont Stakes
Gov. Kathy Hochul and the Gaming Commission announced enhanced measures to protect racehorses as wildfires effect air quality.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
Sayville-Bayport, NY|News|
LI Funeral Home Owner Put On Admin Leave After Jan 6. Riot Arrest
"We will not allow his actions on January 6 to distract us from our everyday focus."
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
Babylon Village, NY|News|
LI South Shore Estuary Reserve Act Celebrates 30th Anniversary
The act prioritized all the south shore rivers, harbors, and embayments with the focus on improving water quality and restoring habitat.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
Lindenhurst, NY|News|
2 LI Contractors Charged With Stabbing Father And Son Clients: Police
The contractors stabbed a father and teenage son while working on a home, police say.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
Islip, NY|News|
When Will Skies Clear On LI? Air Quality Advisory Extends Into Friday
Long Island remains under air quality advisory until Friday night. Here are the latest updates.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
