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crime2 days ago•2 min saved

Long Island architect pleads guilty to seven Gilgo Beach murders, admits an eighth

Rex Heuermann, a Long Island architect, pleaded guilty to murdering seven women and admitted killing an eighth in the Gilgo Beach killings, ending a 17-year string of crimes that left families and investigators seeking closure. He faces life in prison with sentencing later, and the case—solved in part by DNA from a discarded pizza crust—has drawn national attention since the 2010 discovery of remains along Long Island’s South Shore.

via PBS|

#crime #dna-evidence #gilgo-beach-killings

crime15 days ago•10 min saved

Gilgo Beach case heads toward closure as Rex Heuermann set to plead guilty

Victims’ families have been informed that Rex A. Heuermann is expected to plead guilty to the Gilgo Beach killings, signaling a potential resolution to a decade-long Long Island case.

via Newsday|

#crime #gilgo-beach-killings #homicides

crime15 days ago•3 min saved

Gilgo Beach suspect to plead guilty to seven murders, sources say

Rex Heuermann, charged with seven Gilgo Beach murders, is expected to plead guilty on April 8 according to sources, with court records showing an appearance that day. Investigators tie the case to DNA evidence and a discarded pizza crust, and the trial had been scheduled for September before the anticipated plea.

via NBC News|

#crime #gilgo-beach #guilty-plea

health23 days ago•3 min saved

Wet Winter Spurs a Brutal Tree Pollen Season on Long Island

Long Island's snowy, wet winter is expected to fuel an intense tree pollen season this spring, with early bloom and rising pollen counts already appearing. Doctors advise preemptive use of nasal steroids or antihistamines and practical steps to minimize exposure (close windows, use AC, air filters, and shower before bed), especially for those with asthma or respiratory conditions.

via Newsday|

#allergies #asthma #health

business1 month ago•6 min saved

Long Island gas prices rise; shoppers hunt savings at independents and clubs

Gas prices on Long Island have climbed more than 13% since Iran-related oil disruptions, prompting residents to seek savings at independent stations and warehouse clubs such as BJ’s.

via Newsday|

#business #gas-prices #gas-stations

weather1 month ago•10 min saved

Nor'easter tightens grip on tri-state with travel bans and heavy NYC snow

A strengthening nor'easter is unleashing blizzard conditions on New York City, Long Island, and parts of New Jersey, with heavy snowfall, 60 mph winds, and potential thundersnow. Snow totals of 12–24 inches are likely in many areas, with Long Island possibly reaching about 2 feet. Travel disruptions are already in place: NYC-wide travel ban from 9 p.m. Sunday to noon Monday, LIRR suspending at 1 a.m. Monday, and Rockland/Suffolk counties enacting bans. Flights are being canceled across the region, and power outages are possible due to heavy, wet snow. Residents are urged to stay off roads, prepare for outages, and follow official guidance.

via CBS News|

#blizzard #long-island #new-york-city

local1 month ago•4 min saved

Mass Goose Die-Off at Long Island Beach Triggers Avian Flu Investigation

Hundreds of dead or sick geese have been reported along Jamesport beaches and in nearby Peconic Bay, prompting testing for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). The DEC says more than 100 waterfowl have been affected in Nassau and Suffolk counties, with three birds collected for testing; no North Fork HPAI detections have been confirmed yet, but officials say the disease remains a risk in wild birds. Residents are advised to avoid contact with sick or dead birds, follow CDC safety protocols, and use the DEC online reporting tool to alert authorities as wildlife health officials monitor the situation.

via Patch|

#avian-influenza #geese #jamesport

health1 month ago•6 min saved

LI stomach bug sweeps homes and schools, doctors urge hygiene

A stomach virus is sweeping Long Island households and classrooms, bringing nausea, cramps, vomiting and diarrhea. Doctors say it’s a typical seasonal gastroenteritis this time of year; experts emphasize hand washing as the best defense and advise staying hydrated and seeking medical care if dehydration or severe symptoms develop.

via Newsday|

#hand-washing #health #long-island

travel2 months ago•5 min saved

MacArthur Airport adds 16 nonstop destinations

Long Island MacArthur Airport now offers 16 nonstop destinations served by Avelo Airlines, Breeze Airways, Cape Air, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue and Southwest, giving LI residents more convenient flight options across a diverse network.

via Newsday|

#aviation #long-island #macarthur-airport

politics2 months ago•1 min saved

Judge Clears Empire Wind Restart Off Long Island

A federal judge ruled that the Empire Wind offshore wind project off Long Island can restart construction, saying halting work would cause irreparable harm and that the Interior Department's national-security pause was unlikely to justify continued delay, potentially saving Equinor over $1 billion in contracts.

via The New York Times|

#empire-wind #federal-court-ruling #interior-department

entertainment2 months ago•3 min saved

Bob Weir Remembered as the Grateful Dead's Cornerstone

Fans and fellow Deadheads on Long Island reflect on Bob Weir's death, praising his rhythm guitar as the band's glue and noting the enduring Dead community, even as a local Half Step tribute group pressed on with a show minutes after the news.

via Newsday|

#bob-weir #deadheads #entertainment

crime3 months ago•1 min saved

Bay Shore Man Arrested for New Year's Day Murder in New Cassel

An arrest was made in what is believed to be New York State's first murder of 2026, involving Stephen Primm who shot Joseph Fountain in New Cassel on New Year's Day, resulting in Fountain being struck four times.

via ABC7 New York|

#arrest #crime #long-island

lottery3 months ago•1 min saved

Long Island sells $13.9M Lotto jackpot and multiple $1M Powerball prizes

A $13.9 million winning New York Lotto ticket was sold on Long Island, along with two $1 million Powerball tickets sold in New York, highlighting recent large lottery wins in the state.

via ABC7 New York|

#jackpot #long-island #lottery

local-news3 months ago•1 min saved

Brave Long Island Boy Foils Home Invasion in 'Home Alone'-Style Rescue

A 12-year-old boy in Medford, Long Island, called police after witnessing a home invasion by Christian Garcia, who broke into the house through a window. Police responded quickly, arrested Garcia, and the boy was unharmed.

via ABC7 New York|

#burglary-arrest #child-safety #home-invasion

health4 months ago•2 min saved

Flu Surge Hits New York with Cases Doubling and Spreading Rapidly

Lab-confirmed flu cases on Long Island more than doubled in a week, indicating a potentially severe influenza season with a significant increase expected in the coming days, driven by rising cases in Nassau and Suffolk counties.

via Newsday|

#flu #flu-cases #health