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NY Trucker On Meth Sentenced For Killing Ecuadorian Sisters In PA Crash: Lancaster DA
A Long Island man will be behind bars for the next seven to 20 years after pleading guilty to causing a double fatal crash while on methamphetamine and alcohol, Lancaster District Attorney Heather Adams announced on Thursday, April 26.
On April 17, Jagminder Jit Singh, 43 of Floral Park, entered a negotiated guilty plea on two counts of homicide by vehicle while DUI, two counts of homicide by vehicle, five counts of DUI, one count of aggravated assault by vehicle while DUI, one count of aggravated assault by vehicle, four counts of recklessly endangering another person, and three summary off…
This 'Tremendous' Bellmore Spot Voted Long Island's Best Burrito
Diners say this Long Island eatery, with its huge portions and tasty ingredients, has the best burrito around.
Fat Boy’s Burrito Company, located at 2496 Merrick Road in Bellmore, is Long Island’s favorite burrito spot, according to the 2024 Bethpage Best of Long Island awards.
The eatery, which also has locations in Plainview and Northport, offers over 25 different styles of their famous “fat” burritos — which live up to their name, being stuffed to the brim with flavors both classic and inventive.
“These burritos are seriously fat,” wrote Jennie S. of Norwalk, CT on the eatery’s Yelp …
Nassau County Doctor Sentenced For Overprescribing Opioids, Leading To 5 Deaths
A Long Island doctor – who once ran his office out of an old Radio Shack and his car – may now spend over a decade behind bars for prescribing his patients thousands of opioid pills at a time, leading to five overdose deaths.
George Blatti, age 78, of Nassau County, received his sentence of five to 15 years in prison for the deaths on Monday, Jan. 22, according to the Nassau County District Attorney.
According to the investigation and his guilty plea, between 2016 and 2018, Blatti prescribed patients addicted to opioids thousands of pills – such as oxycodone, morphine, clonazepam, alprazo…
Rite Aid Announces 14 Long Island Stores Slated For Closure After Declaring Bankruptcy
Rite Aid has announced specific store closures just days after the struggling pharmacy chain filed for bankruptcy.
Of the 154 closures nationwide announced on Tuesday, Oct. 18, 20 are in New York, 14 of which are on Long Island.
Rite Aid currently has 2,100 stores and about 45,000 employees.
The Long Island stores slated for closure are:
2 Whitney Ave., Floral Park
3131 Hempstead Turnpike, Levittown
3199 Long Beach Road, Oceanside
198 West Merrick Road, Valley Stream
836 Sunrise Highway, Bay Shore
2784 Sunrise Highway, Bellmore
901 Merrick Road, Copiague
577 Larkfield Road, East Nor…
New Hyde Park Woman Scammed $750K Out Of Victim, Sentenced
A Long Island woman who stole nearly three-quarters of a million dollars from an elderly woman will now spend years behind bars, authorities announced.
On Friday, Sept. 15, Elizabeth Reilly, a 50-year-old New Hyde Park woman, was sentenced to three to six years in prison for grand larceny, according to the Nassau County District Attorney.
Original story: $750K Stolen: New Hyde Park Thief Used Money On Plane Tickets, Beauty, DA Says
At the time of the crimes, Reilly was employed by a Floral Park attorney who had a verbal agreement with a 91-year-old woman to handle her finances whil…
North New Hyde Park Fatal Crash: Floral Park Resident, Age 26, Succumbs To Injuries
A young Long Island man has succumbed to injuries he sustained in a serious car accident that occurred a few days prior to his death, authorities reported.
The crash occurred just before 7 p.m. Friday, June 2 in North New Hyde Park.
Ibrahim Ahmed, aged 26, of Floral Park, died due to injuries he sustained, according to Nassau County Police.
Ahmed was driving his 2019 Kawasaki Motorcycle eastbound on Hillside Avenue when he collided with a 2009 Toyota Rav4 operated by a 54-year-old man.
The Toyota was traveling westbound, but had turned north into a nearby parking lot, police said.
A…
$750K Stolen: New Hyde Park Thief Used Money On Plane Tickets, Beauty, DA Says
A Long Island woman admitted to stealing nearly a quarter of a million dollars from an elderly woman.
On Thursday, May 4, 50-year-old New Hyde Park resident Elizabeth Reilly pleaded guilty to grand larceny charges, the Nassau County District Attorney announced.
Reilly’s employer was a Floral Park attorney who had verbally agreed to handle a 91-year-old woman’s finances while she executed her Power of Attorney, Living Will, and more with him, the DA’s Office reported.
Earlier Report: New Hyde Park Woman Indicted For Theft Of Almost $750K, DA Says
According to the investigation, the law …
Tacos At New Franklin Square Restaurant Are 'Busting Out At The Seams'
A new taquería on Long Island is earning high marks just weeks after opening.
Tony’s Tacos debuted its third Long Island location, located in Franklin Square at 677 Hempstead Turnpike, in late October 2022, according to its Facebook page.
Its menu boasts just about every type of taco one could crave, including several varieties of chicken, shrimp, pork, fish, and veggie tacos.
Those opting for the classic carne asada taco will find juicy steak, onion, cilantro, and Tony’s mild green sauce. There’s also the Americano, consisting of ground beef, pico, lettuce, shredded cheese, and sour cre…
2 Young Women, Including 1 From Floral Park, Killed In Boston Crash
Two 25-year-old women, including one from New York, were killed in a multi-car pileup over the weekend after a tow truck crashed into the ride-share SUV they were riding in on I-93 in Boston, police said.
Long Island resident Delanie Fekert, of Floral Park, and Urashi Madani, of North Andover, Massachusetts, were in the passenger seats of a 2007 Lexus RX400H driving north on the interstate around 10 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8, when the driver quickly slowed down for unknown reasons near exit 20, Massachusetts State Police said.
A trailing tow truck slammed into the back of the SUV…
2 Young Women Who Graduated From Quinnipiac University Killed In Boston Crash
Two 25-year-old women were killed in a multi-car pileup over the weekend after a tow truck crashed into the ride-share SUV they were riding in on I-93 in Boston, police said.
Delanie Fekert, Floral Park, New York, and Urashi Madani, of North Andover, Massachusetts, were in the passenger seats of a 2007 Lexus RX400H driving north on the interstate around 10 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8, when the driver quickly slowed down for unknown reasons near exit 20, Massachusetts State Police said.
A trailing tow truck slammed into the back of the SUV just before a 2012 Honda Civic crashed…
North Andover, New York Women Killed While Riding In Rideshare On I-93 in Boston
Two 25-year-old women were killed in a multi-car pile-up over the weekend after a tow truck crashed into the ride-share SUV they were riding in on I-93 in Boston, police said.
Delanie Fekert, of Floral Park, NY, and Urashi Madani, of North Andover, were in the passenger seats of a 2007 Lexus RX400H driving north on the interstate around 10 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8, when the driver quickly slowed down for unknown reasons near exit 20, Massachusetts State Police said. A trailing tow truck slammed into the back of the SUV just before a 2012 Honda Civic crashed into the wreckage.
Fe…
Man Accused Of Driving Over 100 MPH While Impaired, Killing Woman In Old Westbury Crash
A 19-year-old man was indicted on a manslaughter charge after allegedly driving on Long Island while impaired on drugs and crashing into another vehicle, killing a 30-year-old woman.Arhum Tanveer, of Floral Park, was arraigned on Thursday, Sept. 1, on charges stemming from the December 2021 crash that killed Maricela Donaire, Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly announced.
“The defendant was allegedly exceeding 100 mph in his vehicle just before impact, and never made an effort to brake before the deadly collision,” Donnelly said. “As we prosecute this tragic case, our thoughts…
Man Sentenced For Nassau County Jewelry Store Heist
A robber has been sentenced for his role in the robbery of a Nassau County jewelry store in which he and others stole more than $80,000 in jewelry.
Justice Brunson, age 43, of Brooklyn, was sentenced to 23 years to life in prison on Wednesday, Feb. 9, for the 2017 robbery of a Flora Park jewelry store, said Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly.
“This defendant orchestrated a plan to rob Atelier Jewelers, pointed a gun to the heads of the terrified owner and employees, and ran off with more than $80,000 worth of jewelry,” said Donnelly.
According to the ch…
Nassau County Man Charged After Being Found With Loaded Pistol, Police Say
A Long Island man is facing weapons charges after police said he was found in possession of a loaded pistol.
Tyrone Vick, age 24, of Floral Park, was arrested following an investigation on Wednesday, Jan. 5, according to the Nassau County Police Department.
Officers saw a 2015 Honda CRV on King Street in Floral Park with Vick was slumped over in the driver's seat at about 7:45 p.m., NCPD said.
Police tried to perform a field sobriety test, but Vick did not comply, authorities said.
After an investigation, officers recovered a loaded pistol and arrested Vick without incide…
