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Cuomo: NY will lift more COVID-19 restrictions this week
(AP) — New York will lift more COVID-19 restrictions when the state of emergency expires later this week. Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Wednesday that New Yorkers will still have to wear masks on public transit, hospitals, nursing homes, correctional facilities and homeless shelters. But the change means public meetings, for example, no longer must occur…
US economy continues to grow at a solid rate
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy grew at a solid 6.4% rate in the first three months of this year, setting the stage for what economists are forecasting could be the strongest year for the economy in growth led by strong consumer spending. The Commerce Department said Thursday that growth in the gross domestic product,…
County launches “Suffolk On-Demand” transit service for East End
East Farmingdale, NY- Public transportation on the East End of Suffolk County is evolving. On Wednesday Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone, announced a new partnership with Hampton Jitney and Via, to launch a “first-of-its-kind mobility service”, which will allow passengers to book rides on demand. Suffolk Transit On-Demand, which launched earlier this month will provide…
Judge struck down NYPD’s “diaphragm law”
NEW YORK (AP) — A judge has struck down a New York City law that had prohibited the city’s police officers from putting pressure on a person’s torso while making an arrest, calling the measure “unconstitutionally vague.” Manhattan Judge Laurence Love wrote in a 17-page opinion that phrasing in the law, passed in the wake…
Huntington Senior facilities scheduled to reopen after pandemic forced closures
Huntington, NY- The Town of Huntington is getting ready to reopen several Senior Citizen facilities after being shuttered by the coronavirus pandemic. Supervisor Chad A. Lupinacci stated, “We are thrilled to welcome back our senior residents for activities and dining at our Senior Center and fun at the Senior Beach House. Please call our Senior…
Police search for missing elderly woman
Hempstead, NY- Nassau County Police are asking for help to locate a missing woman. Officials say 84-year-old Maria Antonia Mejia, was last seen leaving her home in Hempstead. Maria was last seen wearing a shirt, black pants and tennis shoes. They say Maria likes to go to Home Depot, Our Lady Loretto Church and the…
A girl was trapped inside a former bank vault at this north shore boutique
Port Jefferson, NY- A girl was rescued on Tuesday in Port Jefferson, after accidentally locking herself inside a former bank vault. Officials responded to Kate and Hale, located at 227 Main Street at approximately 1pm, after a 14-year-old girl became trapped inside the dressing room. Police say they were able to free the girl from…
Watchdog: Deaths among Medicare patients in nursing homes soared by 32% last year
WASHINGTON (AP) — A government watchdog says that deaths among Medicare patients in nursing homes soared by 32% last year amid the coronavirus pandemic. The Department of Health and Human Services inspector general found two devastating spikes eight months apart in the most comprehensive look yet at COVID-19’s toll among its most vulnerable victims. Investigators…
Police search for 2 missing teenagers
Lindenhurst, NY- Suffolk County Police are seeking the public’s help to locate two teens who went missing in Lindenhurst and are believed to be together. Lydia Pacheco, 15, was last seen on June 15 at her residence, located at 120 Forsythe Ave., Lindenhurst. Pacheco is Hispanic, 5 feet 2 inches tall, 120 pounds with black…
Islanders shut out in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup semifinal series
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Steven Stamkos had two goals and an assist and Andrei Vasilevskiy notched his fourth career playoff shutout, helping the Tampa Bay Lightning rout the New York Islanders 8-0 in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup semifinal series. The defending NHL champions improved to 13-0 in games following a postseason loss since…
Amid calls for his resignation, Curran shows her support of Patrick Ryder
Mineola, NY- On Monday Nassau County Executive Laura Curran, issued the following statement,“I have full confidence in Commissioner Ryder’s leadership of the Police Department, and he will be staying in his position. Commissioner Ryder has championed the community policing model now being embraced nationwide as part of reform efforts. We will continue to focus on…
SCPD mourn the loss of former police commissioner, John Gallagher
Yaphank, NY- Suffolk County Police are mourning the loss of former police commissioner, John Gallagher who held the position from 1997 to 2004. Gallagher also served as executive dean for Suffolk Community College Grant Campus in the late 70s. He is survived by three children, seven grandchildren and one great granddaughter. Visitation will be at OB…