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By Legislator Anker's Office January 25, 2016
As the newly appointed chairwoman of the Seniors and Consumer Protection Committee, Legislator Anker announced several major initiatives on January 22nd at the Rocky Point VFW Post 6249.
By Long Island News & PR January 25, 2016
The Second Squad reports the details of a Fatal Vehicular Accident involving a pedestrian on Sunday, January 24, 2016 at 2:15 P.M. in Oyster Bay Cove.
By WFSD News January 25, 2016
Bobby Lenahan, 20, a William Floyd High School graduate Class of 2013 and current Molloy College student, is helping to revolutionize intravenous treatment for children through his invention, the “IV Hero,” a sleeve that covers ...
By Long Island News & PR January 25, 2016
The popular All Kids Fair continues to entertain families across Long Island. This year’s event, its sixth, will take place on Sunday, April 10 at the Melville Marriott.
By Long Island News & PR January 25, 2016
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that $6.6 million in Round IV NYSUNY 2020 funding will be awarded to establish the Infrastructure, Transportation and Security Center at Farmingdale State College.
By Long Island News & PR January 25, 2016
Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey (R-Lindenhurst) recently had the opportunity to recognize Troop 179’s newest Eagle Scout, John A. Cuomo, at a Court of Honor held at Our Lady of Lourdes Church.
By Long Island News & PR January 25, 2016
Officials from the Suffolk County Police Department, Suffolk County Probation, FBI and ATF today announced the creation of a firearm suppression team aimed at removing illegal guns from Suffolk County streets at a press conference ...
By Long Island News & PR January 25, 2016
In light of upcoming drawbridge repairs on the Loop Parkway, Assemblyman Todd Kaminsky highlighted the impact that construction will have to residents and commuters on the Barrier Island to New York State Department of Transportation ...
By Long Island News & PR January 24, 2016
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today held a briefing with senior state officials regarding the latest storm updates.
By Long Island News & PR January 24, 2016
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) will operate almost all mass transit services in time for the Monday morning rush hour, after much of the MTA network was suspended during this weekend’s blizzard.
By Kelly Tenny January 24, 2016
Take a peek at what Monday morning will have in store for Long Islanders after immense snowfall this weekend.
By Brian Re January 24, 2016
Winter Storm Jonas has blanketed Long Island and NYC with record snowfall.
By Long Island News & PR January 23, 2016
Earlier today, Rafael Astacio, a former detective with the New York City Police Department, was sentenced to 72 months of imprisonment by United States District Judge Joseph F. Bianco, to be followed by three years ...
By Long Island News & PR January 23, 2016
With the winter storm expected to hit the region early Saturday, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano today announced warming center locations throughout the County that will be open to residents over the weekend.
By Long Island News & PR January 23, 2016
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today encouraged New Yorkers to prepare for hazardous winter weather due to the Nor’easter that will move up the east coast and will impact New York City and Long Island.
By Long Island News & PR January 22, 2016
Due to the impending winter storm, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano announces park closures and program cancellations.
By Long Island News & PR January 22, 2016
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano will activate Nassau County’s Non-Emergency Hotline beginning today, Friday, January 22nd at 8:00 p.m.
By Long Island News & PR January 22, 2016
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman today issued a consumer alert warning both consumers and businesses about price gouging ahead of this weekend's winter storm that is expected to impact parts of New York State.
By Christian Abbatecola January 22, 2016
An impending snowstorm has delayed SAT testing originally scheduled for January 22nd and 23rd.
By Long Island News & PR January 22, 2016
Snow, coastal flooding, and high winds are expected on Saturday as Winter Storm Jonas impacts the East Coast. Long Island postal officials are announcing collection schedules will be adjusted on Saturday with mail being collected ...