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Long Island Man Accused of Running $5M Ponzi Scheme while Serving as Soccer Club Official

By Wendy LDecember 10, 2013
A Long Island soccer club official is accused of running a $5 million Ponzi scheme. Victims includes club members and volunteers, as well as friends and neighbors of the trusted Dix Hills man.

Long Islanders Have Only 3 Weeks Left to Keep Their STAR Tax Exemptions

By Christian A.December 10, 2013
Re-registration for a tax break which saves the average homeowner $700 a year will end on December 31st.

Coram Man Who Struck and Killed Jogger in June Pleads Guilty

By Joe RandazzoDecember 10, 2013
Last Summer a hit-and-run turned fatal when Thomas Costa struck Karen Benjamin while she was taking a morning jog.

Snowfall Totals for Long Island - Find Out What Towns Have the Most Snow Accumulation

By Cait RussellDecember 10, 2013
As the snow continues to fall, locals across LI report how many inches of accumulation they've gotten thus far.

Woman Found Dead in Medford Home, Two Shot on North Valley Stream Road

By Christian A.December 10, 2013
Police investigators found two dead and one wounded in separate incidents Monday night.

More Snow Than Expected Today for Long Island - Up to 5 Inches to Fall by Tonight

By Cait RussellDecember 10, 2013
Long Island can expect to see 3 to 5 inches of snow accumulation today, and should be prepared for hazardous driving conditions.

Snowy Owls Strike Five Planes in Two Weeks at NY Airports

By Wendy LDecember 10, 2013
Fear of bird strikes stronger as snowy owls appear in greater numbers at New York airports.

MTA to Immediately Install New Safety Improvements on Metro-North Tracks

By Lyndsay McCabeDecember 09, 2013
Improvements will begin to go into effect Monday morning to prevent Metro-North trains from speeding around critical curves and near movable bridges.

Wet Wintery Mix & Freezing Temps to Create Hazardous Road Conditions Tonight

By Cait RussellDecember 09, 2013
The National Weather Service warns that high precipitation and low temperatures can make for a dangerous combination on the road this evening.

Giants Eliminated from Playoff Race, Jets Still Hunting the Wild Card

By Christian A.December 09, 2013
A Jet victory over the Raiders was one of few bright spots for New York over a weekend in which the Knicks were blown out by 41 points.

Hot Spots: Music to Your Ears All Week Long in the Latest Weekly Watch

By Wendy LDecember 09, 2013
Check out all the great hot spots on Long Island for music entertainment this week! Talent featured include Chris Daughtry, The Piano Guys and others!

Skate in a Winter Wonderland: Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks Open for 2013

By Sharon LindellDecember 09, 2013
Now that the weather is cold enough, Long Islanders can enjoy the outdoor skating rinks on the island.

Attempted Home Robbery in Eastport Leads to 1 Dead, Another Injured

By Wendy LDecember 09, 2013
Two suspects remain on the loose after an attempted home robbery in Eastport that left one man shot dead and another man injured. Police seek help finding the suspects.

Earn Money-Back by Creating a Wish List around the Holidays and Other Great Deals

By Wendy LDecember 09, 2013
Creating that wish list online will not only help with holiday shopping, but it can also give you money back! Check out these steals and deals offers!

Crime Update: Man Arrested for Brentwood Hit-and-Run, Three Men Wanted for Robbery

By Joe RandazzoDecember 08, 2013
Fredy Pavon is accused of running down and killing Santos Amaya in Brentwood on Saturday Night.

Search Suspended for Long Island Man Missing Off New Jersey Coast

By Eric AndersonDecember 08, 2013
Vincent Tangorra of Bethpage has been missing since Thursday.

Historic Yaphank Presbyterian Church Destroyed in Fire

By Lyndsay McCabeDecember 08, 2013
A fire that engulfed a Yaphank church with such intense flames and smoke that firefighters were unable to enter the building was deemed to have not been started by criminal means.

First US Moon Landing in 40 Years Planned by Private Company

By Christian A.December 08, 2013
A private enterprise hopes to launch the first American moon-lander in over four decades within the next two years.

Remembering Pearl Harbor 72 Years Later

By Eric AndersonDecember 07, 2013
Governor Cuomo and others reflect on the attack that sent the U.S. into WWII.

Knicks Snap Losing Streak, Islanders Continue Their Own

By Christian A.December 07, 2013
The Knicks came just shy of 10-straight losses before finally getting a win, but the Islanders are in danger of matching that embarrassing feat.
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