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# SciFisland.com

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- [8-Year-Old Drives Car, Strikes and Seriously Injures Grandmother in Lindenhurst](https://scifisland.com/8-year-old-drives-car-strikes-and-seriously-injures-grandmother-in-lindenhurst/) - A 63-year-old woman was seriously injured after her 8-year-old grandson started a parked Honda in a Lindenhurst driveway, police said.
- [Man Seriously Injured in Selden Stabbing, Police Seek Information](https://scifisland.com/man-seriously-injured-in-selden-stabbing-police-seek-information/) - A 46-year-old man was seriously injured in a stabbing in a Selden parking lot late Wednesday night. Suffolk County police are investigating.
- [17-Year-Old Seriously Injured in Mastic Backyard Shooting, Gunman Sought](https://scifisland.com/17-year-old-seriously-injured-in-mastic-backyard-shooting-gunman-sought/) - A 17-year-old male was seriously injured after being shot during an altercation in the backyard of a Mastic home Thursday evening, and Suffolk County police are searching for the gunman. According to Suffolk County Police, the shooting occurred at approximately 7:25 p.m. on July 9 in the rear yard of 123 Neptune Ave. During the
- [Police Seek Man in $900 Cloned Debit Card Theft at Amityville Walgreens](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-in-900-cloned-debit-card-theft-at-amityville-walgreens/) - Suffolk police are seeking a man accused of using a cloned debit card to withdraw $900 from an ATM inside an Amityville Walgreens.
- [Police Seek 22-Year-Old Wanted in Old Bethpage Narcotics Sale Case](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-22-year-old-wanted-in-old-bethpage-narcotics-sale-case/) - Nassau County police are searching for Salvatore Sturiale, 22, who is wanted in connection with a narcotics sale charge in Old Bethpage.
- [Father Served 19-Year-Old Son Liquor Before Fatal Massapequa DWI Crash, Both Plead Guilty](https://scifisland.com/father-served-19-year-old-son-liquor-before-fatal-massapequa-dwi-crash-both-plead-guilty/) - Brian August pleaded guilty in a Massapequa DWI crash that killed Willie Singleton after his father served him liquor inside a Bentley.
- [Police Seek Woman Accused of Stealing From South Setauket Stop & Shop](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-woman-accused-of-stealing-from-centereach-stop-shop/) - Police are seeking a woman accused of stealing merchandise from the Stop & Shop on Pond Path in Centereach.
- [Police Seek Man Accused of Possessing Skimmer Device for Identity Theft in Franklin Square](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-accused-of-possessing-skimmer-device-for-identity-theft-in-franklin-square/) - Nassau County police are searching for Pavel Olevski, who is wanted in a Franklin Square skimmer device and identity theft case.
- [Former Amityville Nurse Practitioner Fined Record $544K Over 162 Children’s Vaccine Records](https://scifisland.com/former-amityville-nurse-practitioner-fined-record-544k-over-162-childrens-vaccine-records/) - Julie DeVuono was fined $544,000 after New York found she falsified vaccination records for 162 children, the largest vaccine-fraud penalty in state history.
- [Medford Gang Member Gets 22 Years in Murder Conspiracy Tied to Teacher’s Killing](https://scifisland.com/medford-gang-member-gets-22-years-in-murder-conspiracy-tied-to-teachers-killing/) - Joel Badger of Medford received 22 years for a murder conspiracy tied to a teacher’s killing and an armed robbery in Ridge.
- [Police Seek Witnesses, Dashcam Video After Southern State Parkway Shooting](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-witnesses-dashcam-video-after-southern-state-parkway-shooting/) - State Police are seeking witnesses and dashcam footage from a shooting on the Southern State Parkway near exits 28 and 28A.
- [Police Seize 6 Illegal Gambling Machines, $1,666 During Roosevelt Inspections](https://scifisland.com/police-seize-6-illegal-gambling-machines-1666-during-roosevelt-inspections/) - Two men were arrested after Nassau police said illegal electronic gambling machines and cash were seized at two Roosevelt businesses.
- [Eternal Con Moves July Hofstra Show to September After Conflict and Guest Cancellations](https://scifisland.com/eternal-con-moves-july-hofstra-show-to-september-after-conflict-and-guest-cancellations/) - Eternal Con 2026 has been rescheduled from July 11-12 to September 12-13 at Hofstra after organizers cited a conflict and guest cancellations.
- [Ultimate Guide to Long Island Pop-Culture & Comic Cons For 2026](https://scifisland.com/ultimate-guide-to-long-island-pop-culture-comic-cons-for-2026/) - Explore Long Island’s 2026 comic cons! From cosplay to collectibles, meet stars, shop exclusive merch, and celebrate your favorite fandoms in style.
- [Queens Man Accused of Kidnapping 19-Year-Old, Holding Her at Huntington Motel](https://scifisland.com/queens-man-accused-of-kidnapping-19-year-old-holding-her-at-huntington-motel/) - Balraj Singh pleaded not guilty after police said he threatened, assaulted and held a 19-year-old woman against her will.
- [Freeport MS-13 Member Gets 42 Years for Murders Committed as a 16-Year-Old](https://scifisland.com/freeport-ms-13-member-gets-42-years-for-murders-committed-as-a-16-year-old/) - Freeport MS-13 member Kevin Cuevas Del Cid received 42 years in prison for two 2016 murders committed when he was 16 years old.
- [3 Arrested in Alleged Suffolk Mail Theft Scheme Involving More Than 6,750 Checks Totaling $4.8M](https://scifisland.com/3-arrested-in-alleged-suffolk-mail-theft-scheme-involving-more-than-6750-checks-totaling-4-8m/) - Three NYC residents are accused of stealing more than 6,750 checks totaling $4.8 million from postal boxes across Suffolk County.
- [Man Accused of Damaging Huntington Tombstone, Throwing Rocks at Cars and Fighting Police](https://scifisland.com/man-accused-of-damaging-huntington-tombstone-throwing-rocks-at-cars-and-fighting-police/) - Suffolk police said Michael Laraque damaged a tombstone, threw rocks at cars and fought officers in Huntington.
- [Police Seek Group Accused of Damaging Golf Cart, Fence at Bodhi’s Beach Shack in Blue Point](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-group-accused-of-damaging-golf-cart-fence-at-bodhis-beach-shack-in-blue-point/) - Suffolk police are seeking multiple people accused of damaging a golf cart and fence and stealing keys from Bodhi’s Beach Shack in Blue Point.
- [Police Seek Man in East Garden City Shoplifting, Burglary Case](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-in-east-garden-city-shoplifting-burglary-case/) - Nassau County police are seeking James Payne in an East Garden City case involving shoplifting, a no-trespass ban and burglary.
- [Police Seek Man Wanted in Elmont Burglary Case](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-wanted-in-elmont-burglary-case/) - Nassau County police are seeking Vaughn Kelly, 34, who is wanted on a third-degree burglary charge connected to an incident in Elmont.
- [Police Seek Man Accused of Using Camera to Look Under Clothing in North Lawrence](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-accused-of-using-camera-to-look-under-clothing-in-north-lawrence/) - Nassau police are seeking Joseph Saravia, 46, wanted in a North Lawrence case involving an imaging device used to view under clothing.
- [Police Seek Two Men Accused of Stealing $655 in Clothing From Stony Brook Marshalls](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-two-men-accused-of-stealing-655-in-clothing-from-stony-brook-marshalls/) - Suffolk police are seeking two men accused of stealing about $655 in clothing from Marshalls on Nesconset Highway in Stony Brook.
- [Southampton Man Accused of Leaving After Sag Harbor Boat Hit Jetty, Seriously Injuring 2](https://scifisland.com/southampton-man-accused-of-leaving-after-sag-harbor-boat-hit-jetty-seriously-injuring-2/) - A Southampton man faces felony charges after a boat struck a Sag Harbor jetty, seriously injuring two of the eight passengers aboard, police said.
- [Free Sci-Fi Mini-Con Brings Stars, Cosplay and Movie Cars to Hicksville](https://scifisland.com/free-sci-fi-mini-con-brings-stars-cosplay-and-movie-cars-to-hicksville/) - The fifth annual CP Nassau Sci-Fi Mini-Con will return to Hicksville on Saturday, July 18, bringing celebrity guests, costumed fan groups, movie cars, vendors and interactive attractions to Levittown Hall for a five-hour fundraiser. Admission is free. The convention will run from noon to 5 p.m. at Levittown Hall, located at 201 Levittown Parkway. Proceeds
- [Central Islip Man Faces 25 Years After Luring 19-Year-Old to Robbery and Fatally Shooting Him](https://scifisland.com/central-islip-man-faces-25-years-after-luring-19-year-old-to-robbery-and-fatally-shooting-him/) - Erick Garcia admitted luring 19-year-old Carlos Guillen to an attempted robbery and fatally shooting him before fleeing to Florida.
- [Police Seek Rajat Sharma in Bethpage Assault Case](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-rajat-sharma-in-bethpage-assault-case/) - Nassau County police are searching for Rajat Sharma, 26, who is wanted on a third-degree assault charge connected to a Bethpage incident.
- [Pittsburgh Man Arrested in Westbury, New Cassel Catalytic Converter Thefts](https://scifisland.com/pittsburgh-man-arrested-in-westbury-new-cassel-catalytic-converter-thefts/) - A Pittsburgh man already jailed in Suffolk County was arrested in connection with catalytic converter thefts in Westbury and New Cassel.
- [Police Seek Justin Basilio in North Valley Stream Aggravated Harassment Case](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-justin-basilio-in-north-valley-stream-aggravated-harassment-case/) - Nassau County police are searching for Justin Basilio, 44, on an aggravated harassment charge stemming from a North Valley Stream incident.
- [Police Seek Woman Accused of Stealing More Than $3,000 in Elmont](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-woman-accused-of-stealing-more-than-3000-in-elmont/) - Nassau County police are seeking Deanna Belmonte in connection with an Elmont shoplifting case involving property valued at more than $3,000.
- [Police Seek Woman Accused of Stealing Clothing From Medford Target](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-woman-accused-of-stealing-clothing-from-medford-target/) - Suffolk police are seeking a woman accused of stealing assorted clothing from the Target on Horseblock Road in Medford.
- [Police Seek Two Women Accused of Stealing $618 in Hair Products From Commack Ulta](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-two-women-accused-of-stealing-618-in-hair-products-from-commack-ulta/) - Suffolk police are seeking two women accused of stealing $618 in hair products from an Ulta store on Veterans Memorial Highway in Commack.
- [Hewlett Man Accused of $2.5M Medicaid Fraud That Left Children Without Formula](https://scifisland.com/hewlett-man-accused-of-2-5m-medicaid-fraud-that-left-children-without-formula/) - A Hewlett medical supply owner is accused of billing Medicaid more than $2.5 million for pediatric formula that was largely never delivered.
- [Man Accused of Stealing More Than $3,000 in Freeport Shoplifting Case](https://scifisland.com/man-accused-of-stealing-more-than-3000-in-freeport-shoplifting-case/) - Nassau County police are searching for Daundrae Curtis, 25, in connection with a Freeport shoplifting case involving more than $3,000.
- [Suffolk County July 4 Fireworks Incidents Leave 1 Dead, 1 Seriously Injured](https://scifisland.com/suffolk-county-july-4-fireworks-incidents-leave-1-dead-1-seriously-injured/) - Two separate July 4 fireworks incidents in Central Islip and Fort Salonga left one man dead and another seriously injured, police said.
- [Bay Shore Man Murdered in LIRR Station Parking Lot, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/bay-shore-man-murdered-in-lirr-station-parking-lot-police-say/) - Police are investigating the killing of a 34-year-old Bay Shore man found unconscious in an LIRR station parking lot early Sunday.
- [Five Children Hospitalized After Chemical Spraying at Valley Stream BBQ, Man Charged](https://scifisland.com/five-children-hospitalized-after-chemical-spraying-at-valley-stream-bbq-man-charged/) - Five children were hospitalized after a Valley Stream man allegedly sprayed a chemical toward a neighboring home during a holiday weekend barbecue.
- [Westbury Man Accused of Forcibly Touching Woman in Car With Child Present](https://scifisland.com/westbury-man-accused-of-forcibly-touching-woman-in-car-with-child-present/) - A Westbury man faces forcible touching and child endangerment charges after allegedly attacking a woman inside her parked vehicle.
- [Hempstead Man Accused of DWI With Children Ages 5, 13 and 15 in Wantagh](https://scifisland.com/hempstead-man-accused-of-dwi-with-children-ages-5-13-and-15-in-wantagh/) - A Hempstead man faces Leandra’s Law charges after police said he drove drunk in Wantagh with three children, ages 5, 13 and 15.
- [Amityville Man Indicted in 80 MPH Southern State Crash That Killed 23-Year-Old Mother](https://scifisland.com/amityville-man-indicted-in-80-mph-southern-state-crash-that-killed-23-year-old-mother/) - An Amityville man faces manslaughter charges after an alleged impaired-driving crash on the Southern State Parkway killed a 23-year-old woman.
- [Thieves Steal $198K in Motorcycles, Luxury Watch From Great Neck Auto Business](https://scifisland.com/thieves-steal-198k-in-motorcycles-luxury-watch-from-great-neck-auto-business/) - Police are searching for suspects who stole motorcycles, a Patek Philippe watch and other property from HK Auto Group in Great Neck.
- [Hauppauge Bar Deemed Unsafe During SLA Inspection, Bartender Cited](https://scifisland.com/hauppauge-bar-deemed-unsafe-during-sla-inspection-bartender-cited/) - A Hauppauge bartender was cited on two counts during an SLA inspection that uncovered liquor, electrical and fire code violations.
- [Two Officers Injured, Brooklyn Pair Arrested After Inwood Stolen Moped Stop](https://scifisland.com/two-officers-injured-brooklyn-pair-arrested-after-inwood-stolen-moped-stop/) - Two Brooklyn residents were arrested after police said they fought with officers and fled during a stolen moped investigation in Inwood.
- [Port Jefferson Station Bar Hit With Cease-and-Desist After 4 Employees Cited](https://scifisland.com/port-jefferson-station-bar-hit-with-cease-and-desist-after-4-employees-cited/) - Infinite Lounge received a cease-and-desist order after officials cited four employees and found liquor and hazardous code violations.
- [Nassau DA: Atlantic Beach Couple Used 84-Year-Old Mother’s Identity to Steal $250K](https://scifisland.com/atlantic-beach-couple-accused-of-using-84-year-old-mothers-identity-to-steal-250k/) - An Atlantic Beach couple allegedly used an 84-year-old mother’s identity to obtain a $500,000 HELOC and take more than $250,000.
- [Police Seek Woman Accused of Stealing Clothing From South Setauket Target](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-woman-accused-of-stealing-clothing-from-south-setauket-target/) - Suffolk police are seeking a woman accused of stealing clothing from a South Setauket Target on June 16.
- [Suffolk Deputy Sheriffs Rescue Two Stranded Jet Ski Riders in Shinnecock Bay](https://scifisland.com/suffolk-deputy-sheriffs-rescue-two-stranded-jet-ski-riders-in-shinnecock-bay/) - Two stranded jet ski riders were rescued by Suffolk County Sheriff's Marine Bureau deputies in Shinnecock Bay after their disabled watercraft overturned.
- [Long Beach Woman Indicted in Fatal Atlantic Beach Hit-and-Run That Killed Cyclist](https://scifisland.com/long-beach-woman-indicted-in-fatal-atlantic-beach-hit-and-run-that-killed-cyclist/) - A Long Beach woman has been indicted after prosecutors say she struck and killed a bicyclist in Atlantic Beach, then fled the scene without reporting the crash.
- [Rockville Centre Man Accused of Stealing $100,000 in Alleged Real Estate Investment Scheme](https://scifisland.com/rockville-centre-man-accused-of-stealing-100000-in-alleged-real-estate-investment-scheme/) - A Rockville Centre man is accused of stealing $100,000 by falsely promising returns on real estate investments involving properties he allegedly did not own.
- [Three Indicted for Allegedly Beating Shirley Man to Death with Sledgehammer, Bat, Dumbbell, and Television](https://scifisland.com/three-indicted-for-allegedly-beating-shirley-man-to-death-with-sledgehammer-bat-dumbbell-and-television/) - Three people were indicted after prosecutors say a Shirley man was beaten to death with a sledgehammer, bat, dumbbell, and television inside his home.
- [Kings Point Man Convicted of Stealing $4.7 Million in Harlem Brownstones, Leaving Elderly Owner Homeless](https://scifisland.com/kings-point-man-convicted-of-stealing-4-7-million-in-harlem-brownstones-leaving-elderly-owner-homeless/) - A Kings Point man was convicted of stealing two Harlem brownstones worth $4.7 million, leaving one elderly owner homeless while collecting thousands in rent.
- [Shirley, Lake Ronkonkoma Men Accused of $35 Million Medicaid Ambulette Fraud Scheme](https://scifisland.com/shirley-lake-ronkonkoma-men-accused-of-35-million-medicaid-ambulette-fraud-scheme/) - Two Long Island men are accused of orchestrating a $35 million Medicaid ambulette fraud scheme involving fake trips, kickbacks, and money laundering.
- [Police Seek 75-Year-Old Man Wanted on Levittown Rape Charge](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-75-year-old-man-wanted-on-levittown-rape-charge/) - Nassau County police are searching for a 75-year-old man wanted on a third-degree rape charge involving a victim younger than 17 in Levittown.
- [Eight Arrested After Nassau Police Investigate Alleged Illegal Massage Businesses in Hicksville and Plainview](https://scifisland.com/eight-arrested-after-nassau-police-investigate-alleged-illegal-massage-businesses-in-hicksville-and-plainview/) - Eight people were arrested after Nassau police investigated massage businesses in Hicksville and Plainview for alleged prostitution and unauthorized practice.
- [Police Seek Man Wanted on Hicksville Child Injury Charge](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-wanted-on-hicksville-child-injury-charge/) - Nassau County Police are seeking Lugao Kasberg, who is wanted in connection with a Hicksville case involving injury to a child under 17.
- [Hempstead Teen Homicide Victim Identified as Michael David Grajeda Suazo](https://scifisland.com/hempstead-teen-homicide-victim-identified-as-michael-david-grajeda-suazo/) - Police have identified the 18-year-old man fatally stabbed in Hempstead as Michael David Grajeda Suazo. The homicide investigation remains ongoing.
- [Police Seek Man Wanted on Merrick Child Assault Charge Involving Victim Under 17](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-wanted-on-merrick-child-assault-charge-involving-victim-under-17/) - Nassau County police are searching for a 32-year-old man wanted on an assault charge involving a victim under the age of 17 in Merrick.
- [Brightwaters Woman Sentenced to 3 to 6 Years for Stealing More Than $230,000 From Employer](https://scifisland.com/brightwaters-woman-sentenced-to-3-to-6-years-for-stealing-more-than-230000-from-employer/) - A Brightwaters woman was sentenced to 3 to 6 years in prison after stealing more than $230,000 from her employer and fraudulently collecting unemployment benefits.
- [Oakdale Teen Vanished After Walking Her Dog in 1969, 56-Year Mystery Remains Unsolved](https://scifisland.com/oakdale-teen-vanished-after-walking-her-dog-in-1969-56-year-mystery-remains-unsolved/) - Fifteen-year-old Cynthia Dawn Constantine disappeared while walking her dog in Oakdale on July 11, 1969. Her case remains one of Long Island's oldest unsolved mysteries.
- [Massapequa Man Charged After Police Recover Illegal Firearm During Domestic Dispute](https://scifisland.com/massapequa-man-charged-after-police-recover-illegal-firearm-during-domestic-dispute/) - A Massapequa man is facing weapons and menacing charges after Nassau County police recovered an unlawfully owned firearm while responding to a domestic dispute.
- [Police Seek Man Accused of Stealing $185 in Clothing From Medford Target](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-accused-of-stealing-185-in-clothing-from-medford-target/) - Suffolk County Police are asking for the public's help identifying a man accused of stealing approximately $185 worth of clothing from a Target store in Medford.
- [Suffolk Sheriff Seeks Man Wanted on Child Support Warrant With Ties to Smithtown and Brentwood](https://scifisland.com/suffolk-sheriff-seeks-man-wanted-on-child-support-warrant-with-ties-to-smithtown-and-brentwood/) - The Suffolk County Sheriff's Office is searching for James Lovret, who is wanted on a Family Court warrant for failure to pay child support.
- [Bay Shore Man Indicted for Allegedly Forcing Woman Into Sex Trafficking Through Violence, Drugs](https://scifisland.com/bay-shore-man-indicted-for-allegedly-forcing-woman-into-sex-trafficking-through-violence-drugs/) - A Bay Shore man has been indicted after prosecutors said he used violence, threats, and drugs to force a woman into commercial sex acts at a Patchogue motel.
- [More Than 100 MPH: Shirley Man Charged With DWAI After Bayport Crash](https://scifisland.com/more-than-100-mph-shirley-man-charged-with-dwai-after-bayport-crash/) - A Shirley man was arrested after Suffolk police said he was driving more than 100 mph before a Bayport crash that seriously injured him and hurt his passenger.
- [18-Year-Old Fatally Stabbed Outside Hempstead Business, Nassau Police Investigating](https://scifisland.com/18-year-old-fatally-stabbed-outside-hempstead-business-nassau-police-investigating/) - An 18-year-old man died after being stabbed in the torso outside a Fulton Avenue location in Hempstead. Nassau County police are investigating.
- [Sayville Man Admits Role in $1 Million Insider Trading Scheme That Targeted Stock Offerings](https://scifisland.com/sayville-man-admits-role-in-1-million-insider-trading-scheme-that-targeted-stock-offerings/) - A 63-year-old Sayville man pleaded guilty in federal court to a years-long insider trading scheme that generated more than $1 million in illegal profits.
- [Police Seek Man Wanted on Westbury Felony Assault Charge Involving Child Under 17](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-wanted-on-westbury-felony-assault-charge-involving-child-under-17/) - Nassau County police are asking for the public's help locating a man wanted on a felony assault charge involving a child under 17 in Westbury.
- [Police Seek Driver After Two Teens Struck in Merrick Hit-and-Run on Sunrise Highway](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-driver-after-two-teens-struck-in-merrick-hit-and-run-on-sunrise-highway/) - Nassau County police are searching for the driver of a dark-colored SUV that struck two teenage girls on Sunrise Highway in Merrick before fleeing the scene.
- [North Massapequa Man Charged With Murder After 25-Year-Old Woman Found Unresponsive](https://scifisland.com/north-massapequa-man-charged-with-murder-after-25-year-old-woman-found-unresponsive/) - A North Massapequa man has been charged with second-degree murder after 25-year-old Victoria Castle was found unresponsive inside a North Oak Street home.
- [Georgia Man Arrested After Loaded Gun With High-Capacity Magazine Found During East Garden City Traffic Stop](https://scifisland.com/georgia-man-arrested-after-loaded-gun-with-high-capacity-magazine-found-during-east-garden-city-traffic-stop/) - A Georgia man was arrested after Nassau County police said officers found a loaded firearm with a high-capacity magazine during a traffic stop in East Garden City.
- [West Islip Man Charged With DWAI After Fatal Crash on Robert Moses Causeway](https://scifisland.com/west-islip-man-charged-with-dwai-after-fatal-crash-on-robert-moses-causeway/) - A West Islip man is accused of DWI after New York State Police said his Jeep struck and killed a 27-year-old man on the shoulder of the Robert Moses Causeway.
- [Police Seize 4 Assault Rifles During Child Exploitation Investigation in Mastic Beach](https://scifisland.com/police-seize-4-assault-rifles-during-child-exploitation-investigation-in-mastic-beach/) - A 69-year-old Mastic Beach man was arrested after Suffolk police allegedly found child sexual abuse images, four assault rifles, and seven high-capacity magazines.
- [Suffolk Corrections Officer Pleads Guilty to Sexually Assaulting Inmate at Riverhead Jail](https://scifisland.com/suffolk-corrections-officer-pleads-guilty-to-sexually-assaulting-inmate-at-riverhead-jail/) - A Suffolk County corrections officer pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting an inmate inside the Riverhead Correctional Facility.
- [Police Seek Man Accused of Stealing Cigars From East Northport Smoke Shop](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-accused-of-stealing-cigars-from-east-northport-smoke-shop/) - Police are seeking the public's help identifying a man accused of stealing cigars from an East Northport smoke shop on June 16.
- [Mastic Man Indicted For Allegedly Stabbing 71-Year-Old Driver in Road Rage Attack](https://scifisland.com/mastic-man-indicted-for-allegedly-stabbing-71-year-old-driver-in-road-rage-attack/) - A 25-year-old Mastic man was indicted after prosecutors said he stabbed a 71-year-old driver in the neck during a road rage confrontation in Mastic.
- [Lindenhurst Man Accused of Possessing More Than 1,000 Child Abuse Images](https://scifisland.com/lindenhurst-man-accused-of-possessing-more-than-1000-child-abuse-images/) - A 68-year-old Lindenhurst man was arrested after police allegedly found more than 1,000 child sex abuse images on electronic devices seized during a search.
- [Massage Parlor Owner, Nine Others Indicted in Alleged $1 Million Prostitution and Money Laundering Enterprise Across Suffolk and Queens](https://scifisland.com/massage-parlor-owner-nine-others-indicted-in-alleged-1-million-prostitution-and-money-laundering-enterprise-across-suffolk-and-queens/) - Ten defendants were indicted in an alleged prostitution, illegal massage and money laundering enterprise that prosecutors say generated more than $1 million.
- [Man Wanted After Stealing Container of Quarters From Lake Ronkonkoma Laundromat](https://scifisland.com/man-wanted-after-stealing-container-of-quarters-from-lake-ronkonkoma-laundromat/) - Police seek help identifying a man accused of stealing a container holding about $100 in quarters from a Lake Ronkonkoma laundromat.
- [Police Search for Missing 68-Year-Old Man Last Seen in Hempstead](https://scifisland.com/police-search-for-missing-68-year-old-man-last-seen-in-hempstead/) - Nassau County police are asking for the public's help locating 68-year-old Mario Gomez, who was last seen in Hempstead on June 22.
- [Woman Confronts Intruders in East Hills Home After Overnight Burglary](https://scifisland.com/woman-confronts-intruders-in-east-hills-home-after-overnight-burglary/) - Police are investigating an East Hills burglary after a woman discovered two intruders inside her kitchen and approximately $1,000 was stolen.
- [Massapequa Woman Indicted in Fatal Stabbing of Sleeping 28-Year-Old Man](https://scifisland.com/massapequa-woman-indicted-in-fatal-stabbing-of-sleeping-28-year-old-man/) - A 22-year-old Massapequa woman has been indicted on a murder charge in the fatal stabbing of Robert Carragher III inside his home.
- [Long Island Businessman Among Four Charged in $6.8 Million Migrant Shelter Bribery Scheme](https://scifisland.com/long-island-businessman-among-four-charged-in-6-8-million-migrant-shelter-bribery-scheme/) - A Glen Head businessman and three others, including former NYC Chief of Staff Frank Carone, were charged in an alleged migrant shelter bribery scheme.
- [Hempstead Man Arrested After Loaded Gun Found During Hewlett Traffic Stop](https://scifisland.com/hempstead-man-arrested-after-loaded-gun-found-during-hewlett-traffic-stop/) - A 19-year-old Hempstead man was arrested after Nassau County police recovered a loaded firearm during a traffic stop in Hewlett.
- [Massapequa Park Father and Son Charged After Alleged Bat and Rod Assault That Sent Man to Hospital](https://scifisland.com/massapequa-park-father-and-son-charged-after-alleged-bat-and-rod-assault-that-sent-man-to-hospital/) - Two Massapequa Park men are accused of beating a 34-year-old man with a baseball bat and wooden rod during an altercation, police said.
- [Bay Shore Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Sex Trafficking & Rape](https://scifisland.com/bay-shore-man-sentenced-to-15-years-for-sex-trafficking-rape/) - A Bay Shore man was sentenced to 15 years in prison for sex trafficking multiple victims and raping a 13-year-old girl, Suffolk prosecutors said.
- [32 Years Later, Search Continues for Tiffany Westford After Alleged Amityville Family Abduction](https://scifisland.com/32-years-later-search-continues-for-tiffany-westford-after-alleged-amityville-family-abduction/) - Tiffany Westford was 2 years old when she was allegedly abducted by her non-custodial mother during a visitation in Amityville in 1993.
- [Man Wanted on Levittown Weapon and Child Endangerment Charges](https://scifisland.com/man-wanted-on-levittown-weapon-and-child-endangerment-charges/) - Police are seeking Ever Rodriguez, who is wanted on charges of criminal possession of a weapon and acting in a manner injurious to a child under 17.
- [Baldwin Man Wanted After Alleged Order of Protection Violation Involving Weapons, Threats](https://scifisland.com/baldwin-man-wanted-after-alleged-order-of-protection-violation-involving-weapons-threats/) - Nassau County police are seeking Joshua Williams, who is wanted on a Criminal Contempt charge involving an alleged order of protection violation in Baldwin.
- [Man Accused of Stealing $373 in Football Trading Cards From Commack Target](https://scifisland.com/man-accused-of-stealing-373-in-football-trading-cards-from-commack-target/) - Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is seeking a man accused of stealing nearly $373 in football trading cards from a Commack Target store.
- [Lynbrook Teen Kelly Morrissey Missing for 42 Years After Disappearing During Walk Home](https://scifisland.com/lynbrook-teen-kelly-morrissey-missing-for-42-years-after-disappearing-during-walk-home/) - Kelly Morrissey was 15 when she disappeared in Lynbrook on June 12, 1984. More than four decades later, her case remains unsolved.
- [Brentwood Man Accused of Running Cocaine Operation From Home, Possessing More Than a Kilo of Cocaine](https://scifisland.com/brentwood-man-accused-of-running-cocaine-operation-from-home-possessing-more-than-a-kilo-of-cocaine/) - A Brentwood man was indicted after authorities allegedly found more than a kilogram of cocaine, cash, ammunition, and drug packaging materials at his home.
- [Smithtown Teen Janice Fullam Vanished After Heading to Meet Brother in 1981, Case Remains Unsolved](https://scifisland.com/smithtown-teen-janice-fullam-vanished-after-heading-to-meet-brother-in-1981-case-remains-unsolved/) - Janice Fullam, 17, disappeared in Smithtown in 1981 while on her way to meet her brother. More than four decades later, the case remains unsolved.
- [Mastic Man Convicted of Strangling 8-Month-Old Infant, Faces Up to 7 Years in Prison](https://scifisland.com/mastic-man-convicted-of-strangling-8-month-old-infant-faces-up-to-7-years-in-prison/) - A Mastic man was convicted of strangling and injuring an 8-month-old baby and faces up to seven years in prison at sentencing.
- [Signage Goes Up as Game On Retro Arcade and Retro Cinemas Take Shape in Coram](https://scifisland.com/signage-goes-up-as-game-on-retro-arcade-and-retro-cinemas-take-shape-in-coram/) - Signage is up for Game On Retro Arcade's new Coram location and Retro Cinemas as the retro entertainment destination continues to take shape.
- [Family Court Warrant Issued for Man Accused of Failing to Pay Child Support](https://scifisland.com/family-court-warrant-issued-for-man-accused-of-failing-to-pay-child-support/) - The Suffolk County Sheriff's Office is seeking Steven Bissett, who is wanted on a Family Court arrest warrant for failure to pay child support.
- [Man Arrested for Scamming Victim Out of Nearly $20,000 in Tech Support Scheme](https://scifisland.com/man-arrested-for-scamming-victim-out-of-nearly-20000-in-tech-support-scheme/) - A 27-year-old man was arrested and charged after allegedly taking $19,950 from a Centereach resident in a tech support scam, Suffolk police said.
- [Woman Accused of Stealing $599 Generator From Medford Tractor Supply Sought by Police](https://scifisland.com/woman-accused-of-stealing-599-generator-from-medford-tractor-supply-sought-by-police/) - Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is seeking a woman accused of stealing a $599 generator from Tractor Supply Company in Medford.
- [Police Seek Man Accused of Stealing Nike Sneakers From Riverhead TJ Maxx](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-accused-of-stealing-nike-sneakers-from-riverhead-tj-maxx/) - Police are seeking help identifying a man accused of stealing Nike sneakers from a TJ Maxx store in Riverhead in January.
- [Police Seek Missing 15-Year-Old Girl Last Seen in Bay Shore](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-missing-15-year-old-girl-last-seen-in-bay-shore/) - Authorities are asking for the public's help in locating a missing teenager who was last seen in Bay Shore earlier this year. According to investigators, 15-year-old Jaiylah Rose Curry has been missing since March 22, 2026. Police said she was last seen in Bay Shore. Additional details about the circumstances of her disappearance were not
- [Police Seek Man Wanted on Westbury Weapon Possession Charge](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-wanted-on-westbury-weapon-possession-charge/) - Nassau County police are searching for a 25-year-old man wanted on a charge of criminal possession of a weapon stemming from an incident in Westbury.
- [Man Wanted on Merrick Rape Charge Involving Victim Under 17](https://scifisland.com/man-wanted-on-merrick-rape-charge-involving-victim-under-17/) - Nassau County police are searching for a 34-year-old man wanted on a rape charge connected to an incident in Merrick involving a victim under 17.
- [Police Seek Man Accused of Stealing Merchandise From Selden Target](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-accused-of-stealing-merchandise-from-selden-target/) - Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is seeking help identifying a man accused of stealing merchandise from a Selden Target store in April.
- [Three Men Arrested Inside Sunrise Mall After Overnight Break-In, Gun Recovered From Vehicle](https://scifisland.com/three-men-arrested-inside-sunrise-mall-after-overnight-break-in-gun-recovered-from-vehicle/) - Three men were arrested inside the Sunrise Mall in Massapequa after an overnight burglary. Police recovered a revolver and ammunition during the investigation.
- [Man Charged With Attempted Murder After Stabbing Outside Levittown Comedy Club, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/man-charged-with-attempted-murder-after-stabbing-outside-levittown-comedy-club-police-say/) - An East Meadow man is charged with attempted murder after allegedly stabbing a man outside Governors Comedy Club in Levittown.
- [Third Suspect Charged With Murder in Fatal Shirley Fight That Left Man Dead](https://scifisland.com/third-suspect-charged-with-murder-in-fatal-shirley-fight-that-left-man-dead/) - A third suspect has been charged with murder in the June 14 Shirley fight that left 48-year-old Christopher Martin dead, Suffolk County Police said.
- [Oceanside Driver Charged With DWI After 78-Year-Old Woman Critically Injured in Crosswalk Crash](https://scifisland.com/oceanside-driver-charged-with-dwi-after-78-year-old-woman-critically-injured-in-crosswalk-crash/) - An Oceanside man is charged with DWI and vehicular assault after police said he struck a 78-year-old woman in a crosswalk, leaving her critically injured.
- [Home Health Aide Charged With Stealing $10K in Jewelry From East Setauket Mother and Daughter](https://scifisland.com/home-health-aide-charged-with-stealing-10k-in-jewelry-from-east-setauket-mother-and-daughter/) - A home health aide is accused of stealing nearly $10,000 in jewelry from an East Setauket mother and daughter, Suffolk County police said.
- [Selden Man Admits Fleeing Fatal Crash After Striking Pedestrian on Boyle Road](https://scifisland.com/selden-man-admits-fleeing-fatal-crash-after-striking-pedestrian-on-boyle-road/) - A Selden man pleaded guilty after prosecutors said he struck and killed a pedestrian, moved her body from the roadway, and fled the scene.
- [Woman Wanted in Stolen Credit Card Case in East Garden City](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-woman-wanted-in-stolen-credit-card-case-in-east-garden-city/) - Nassau County Police are seeking information on a 21-year-old woman wanted in connection with a stolen credit card possession case in East Garden City.
- [Woman Accused of Stealing $420 in Merchandise From Riverhead Walmart](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-woman-accused-of-stealing-420-in-merchandise-from-riverhead-walmart/) - Riverhead Town Police and Suffolk Crime Stoppers are seeking a woman accused of stealing about $420 in merchandise from Walmart in Riverhead.
- [Stony Brook University Student Indicted for Allegedly Selling Methamphetamine From Dorm Room](https://scifisland.com/stony-brook-university-student-indicted-for-allegedly-selling-methamphetamine-from-dorm-room/) - A Stony Brook University student was indicted after prosecutors said he sold methamphetamine pills from his dorm room and stored more than two ounces of the drug.
- [Police Seek Suspect Who Stole 26 iPads From Merrick Elementary School](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-suspect-who-stole-26-ipads-from-merrick-elementary-school/) - Police are searching for a suspect accused of breaking into a Merrick elementary school and stealing 26 Apple iPads during a burglary on June 14.
- [Police Seek Man Wanted in Syosset Retail Theft Case Involving More Than $1,000 in Merchandise](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-wanted-in-syosset-retail-theft-case-involving-more-than-1000-in-merchandise/) - Nassau County Police are searching for a man wanted in connection with a Syosset retail theft case involving merchandise valued at more than $1,000.
- [Police Seek Two Women Accused of Stealing Clothing, Electronics From Selden Target](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-two-women-accused-of-stealing-clothing-electronics-from-selden-target/) - Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is seeking two women accused of stealing about $250 in merchandise from a Selden Target store.
- [Roosevelt Man Accused of Carrying Loaded Gun After Blocking Traffic in North Merrick](https://scifisland.com/roosevelt-man-accused-of-carrying-loaded-gun-after-blocking-traffic-in-north-merrick/) - A Roosevelt man was arrested in North Merrick after police said he was found carrying a loaded firearm while impeding traffic on Elsie Avenue.
- [Families of Gilgo Beach Victims to Address Court During Rex Heuermann Sentencing](https://scifisland.com/families-of-gilgo-beach-victims-to-address-court-during-rex-heuermann-sentencing/) - Family members of the Gilgo Beach victims are scheduled to deliver impact statements during Rex Heuermann’s sentencing in Riverhead.
- [Ronkonkoma Man Arrested After Allegedly Trying to Steal SUV With Two Young Children Inside in Brentwood](https://scifisland.com/ronkonkoma-man-arrested-after-allegedly-trying-to-steal-suv-with-two-young-children-inside-in-brentwood/) - A Ronkonkoma man was arrested after police said he tried to steal a running SUV with two children inside outside a Brentwood smoke shop.
- [Body Recovered From Water at North Woodmere Park, Investigation Underway](https://scifisland.com/body-recovered-from-water-at-north-woodmere-park-investigation-underway/) - Nassau County police are investigating after an unidentified body was recovered from the water at North Woodmere Park on Tuesday morning.
- [Rex Heuermann Sentenced to Life Without Parole for Gilgo Beach Murders of Eight Women](https://scifisland.com/rex-heuermann-sentenced-to-life-without-parole-for-gilgo-beach-murders-of-eight-women/) - Rex Heuermann was sentenced to three consecutive life terms plus 100 years after admitting to killing eight women in the Gilgo Beach serial murder case.
- [Bethpage Man Accused of Collecting $27K From New Hyde Park Woman in Microsoft Scam](https://scifisland.com/bethpage-man-accused-of-collecting-27k-from-new-hyde-park-woman-in-microsoft-scam/) - A Bethpage man is accused of collecting $27,000 from a New Hyde Park woman who was targeted in a fake Microsoft malware scam, Nassau police said.
- [Update: Police Search for Missing 15-Year-Old Girl Last Seen in Hicksville](https://scifisland.com/police-search-for-missing-15-year-old-girl-last-seen-in-hicksville/) - Nassau County police are seeking the public's help in locating 15-year-old Mireia Gonzalez, who was last seen at her Hicksville residence.
- [Man Rear-Ends Nassau Police Cruiser While Intoxicated in North New Hyde Park](https://scifisland.com/man-rear-ends-nassau-police-cruiser-while-intoxicated-in-north-new-hyde-park/) - Police say a North New Hyde Park man was intoxicated when he rear-ended a Nassau County police cruiser, sending an officer to the hospital.
- [Lindenhurst Man Arrested in Manorville Shrine Donation Box Thefts That Sparked Public Appeal](https://scifisland.com/lindenhurst-man-arrested-in-manorville-shrine-donation-box-thefts-that-sparked-public-appeal/) - A Lindenhurst man has been arrested in connection with a series of donation box thefts at the Shrine of Our Lady of the Island in Manorville, police said.
- [Knicks, Klingons, and Comics: Trek Long Island IV Delivers Another Memorable Weekend](https://scifisland.com/knicks-klingons-and-comics-trek-long-island-iv-delivers-another-memorable-weekend/) - Despite what the tagline for this year’s Trek Long Island said, what happened on Risa is not staying on Risa because so much went on at this year’s Trek Long Island. It was loud, proud, and the crowd was wowed! With a plethora of panels, photo ops, and extra special events, Trek delivered the goods
- [Police Seek Man Wanted on Franklin Square Scheme to Defraud Charge](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-wanted-on-franklin-square-scheme-to-defraud-charge/) - Nassau County police are searching for a man wanted on a Scheme to Defraud charge connected to an incident in Franklin Square.
- [First Responders Deliver Baby Girl on Side of the Road in Eastport Early Tuesday Morn](https://scifisland.com/first-responders-deliver-baby-girl-on-side-of-the-road-in-eastport-early-tuesday-morn/) - A Suffolk police officer and East Moriches Rescue personnel helped deliver a baby girl in a vehicle parked along County Road 51 in Eastport.
- [Shirley Man Dies After Fight; Two Charged With First-Degree Gang Assault](https://scifisland.com/shirley-man-dies-after-fight-two-charged-with-first-degree-gang-assault/) - Two people have been charged with first-degree gang assault after a 48-year-old man died following a fight at a Shirley home, Suffolk police said.
- [Police Seek Woman Wanted on Burglary Charge in North Lawrence Shoplifting Case](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-woman-wanted-on-burglary-charge-in-north-lawrence-shoplifting-case/) - Nassau County Police are seeking Raquel Medley, who is wanted on a burglary charge connected to an alleged shoplifting incident in North Lawrence.
- [Smithtown Man Indicted After Family Member Stabbed in St. James Home, DA Says](https://scifisland.com/smithtown-man-indicted-after-family-member-stabbed-in-st-james-home-da-says/) - Daniel Spector was indicted on attempted murder and burglary charges after prosecutors said a family member was stabbed in St. James.
- [Drunk Driver Admits Guilt in Crash That Killed Nassau Police Officer Patricia Espinosa](https://scifisland.com/drunk-driver-admits-guilt-in-crash-that-killed-nassau-police-officer-patricia-espinosa/) - Matthew Smith pleaded guilty to aggravated vehicular homicide and other charges in the January crash that killed Nassau Police Officer Patricia Espinosa.
- [Former Great Neck Attorney Pleads Guilty To Stealing $30K From Lake Grove Real Estate Escrow](https://scifisland.com/former-great-neck-attorney-pleads-guilty-to-stealing-30k-from-lake-grove-real-estate-escrow/) - Marco Materassi pleaded guilty to stealing $30,000 from a real estate escrow account tied to a Lake Grove home sale.
- [Police Seek Man Wanted on Alcohol-Related Driving Charge in Bethpage](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-wanted-on-alcohol-related-driving-charge-in-bethpage/) - Nassau County Police are searching for Joseph Catalli, who is wanted on an alcohol-related driving charge connected to an incident in Bethpage.
- [DA: Nevada Man Collected $227K in Social Security Benefits Through Wantagh Address Following Wife's Death](https://scifisland.com/da-nevada-man-collected-227k-in-social-security-benefits-through-wantagh-address-following-wifes-death/) - Prosecutors say a nevada man collected more than $227,000 in Social Security benefits issued to his deceased wife through a Wantagh-linked account.
- [Hempstead Man Sentenced to Up to 9 Years for Wrong-Way DWI Crash on LIE in Roslyn](https://scifisland.com/hempstead-man-sentenced-to-up-to-9-years-for-wrong-way-dwi-crash-on-lie-in-roslyn/) - A Hempstead man was sentenced to 5 to 9 years in prison after a wrong-way drunken driving crash on the LIE in Roslyn seriously injured another driver.
- [Police Seek Man Wanted on East Meadow Weapon Possession Charge](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-wanted-on-east-meadow-weapon-possession-charge/) - Nassau County police are searching for Jason Scott, who is wanted on a charge of criminal possession of a weapon in an East Meadow case.
- [Driver Who Killed Nassau Officer Admits Running Red Light at 70 MPH While Twice Legal Limit](https://scifisland.com/driver-who-killed-nassau-officer-admits-running-red-light-at-70-mph-while-twice-legal-limit/) - Matthew Smith admitted driving 70 mph through a red light while intoxicated before the crash that killed Nassau Police Officer Patricia Espinosa.
- [Former Suffolk County Employee Sentenced to Prison for Accepting Bribes and Falsifying License Applications](https://scifisland.com/former-suffolk-county-employee-sentenced-to-prison-for-accepting-bribes-and-falsifying-license-applications/) - A former Suffolk County employee was sentenced to prison after admitting she accepted bribes and falsified licensing documents while working for the county.
- [Body of 35-Year-Old New York City Woman Found at Montauk's Camp Hero State Park](https://scifisland.com/body-of-35-year-old-new-york-city-woman-found-at-montauks-camp-hero-state-park/) - New York State Police are investigating after a 35-year-old New York City woman was found dead at Camp Hero State Park in Montauk.
- [Moriches Postal Worker Indicted in East Hampton Exploitation Case](https://scifisland.com/moriches-postal-worker-indicted-in-east-hampton-exploitation-case/) - A Moriches postal worker was indicted on rape and sexual misconduct charges after prosecutors said he sexually assaulted two teenage girls in separate incidents.
- [Holbrook Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian, Police Seek Driver](https://scifisland.com/holbrook-hit-and-run-kills-pedestrian-police-seek-driver/) - Suffolk police are investigating a Holbrook hit-and-run crash that killed 66-year-old Mario Corvasce Thursday night.
- [Police Seek Man Wanted on Unlawful Surveillance Charge in Cedarhurst](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-wanted-on-unlawful-surveillance-charge-in-cedarhurst/) - Nassau County police are searching for a man wanted on an unlawful surveillance charge connected to an incident in Cedarhurst.
- [From Turkey Farm to Superfund Site: The Lawrence Aviation Story](https://scifisland.com/from-turkey-farm-to-superfund-site-the-lawrence-aviation-story/) - From aircraft parts to toxic cleanup, Lawrence Aviation became one of Long Island's most controversial and consequential sites.
- [East Garden City Woman Accused of Spraying Unknown Substance Into Crowd at Hotel, Sending Four to Hospital](https://scifisland.com/east-garden-city-woman-accused-of-spraying-unknown-substance-into-crowd-at-hotel-sending-four-to-hospital/) - An East Garden City woman is accused of spraying an unknown substance into a crowd at a Stewart Avenue hotel, sending four people to the hospital.
- [Police Seek Suspect Accused of Attempting to Set Fire to West Hempstead Gym](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-suspect-accused-of-attempting-to-set-fire-to-west-hempstead-gym/) - Nassau County police are seeking help identifying a suspect accused of attempting to set fire to a West Hempstead gym before fleeing and later returning on a bicycle.
- [Police Seek Man Wanted on Nassau County Probation Violation](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-wanted-on-nassau-county-probation-violation/) - Nassau County Police are searching for Kar Toong, who is wanted for allegedly violating probation in a case linked to North New Hyde Park.
- [Bay Shore Man Previously Sought on Child Support Warrant Arrested by Suffolk Sheriff’s Office](https://scifisland.com/bay-shore-man-previously-sought-on-child-support-warrant-arrested-by-suffolk-sheriffs-office/) - A Bay Shore man previously featured in the Suffolk Sheriff’s Fugitive Friday initiative has been arrested on a Family Court child support warrant.
- [SciFiSland Featured in Newsday's Deep Dive Into Spielberg's UFO Epic 'Disclosure Day'](https://scifisland.com/scifisland-featured-in-newsdays-deep-dive-into-spielbergs-ufo-epic-disclosure-day/) - SciFiSland editor Lon Cohen was featured in Newsday's coverage of Steven Spielberg's new UFO film Disclosure Day and Long Island UFO lore.
- [Police Seek 13-Year-Old Missing Girl Last Seen Leaving Hempstead Home](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-13-year-old-missing-girl-last-seen-leaving-hempstead-home/) - Nassau police are searching for 13-year-old Brittany Chavarria, who was last seen leaving her Hempstead residence on June 8.
- [Police Seek Man Wanted on Seaford Stolen Credit Card Charge](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-wanted-on-seaford-stolen-credit-card-charge/) - Nassau County police are seeking Jorge Yanes Maldonado, who is wanted on a charge of criminal possession of stolen property involving a credit card in Seaford.
- [Police Seek Man Wanted for Shoplifting, Anti-Security Item Offenses in Manhasset](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-wanted-for-shoplifting-anti-security-item-offenses-in-manhasset/) - Nassau County police are searching for a man wanted on charges of shoplifting and criminal possession of an anti-security item tied to an incident in Manhasset.
- [18 Alleged Serial Shoplifters Charged With Felonies After $110K Suffolk Retail Theft Spree](https://scifisland.com/18-alleged-serial-shoplifters-charged-with-felonies-after-110k-suffolk-retail-theft-spree/) - Suffolk prosecutors say 18 alleged repeat shoplifters committed 80 thefts totaling more than $110,000 and now face felony charges.
- [Police Seek Woman Accused of Stealing $375 in Clothing From Commack Marshalls](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-woman-accused-of-stealing-375-in-clothing-from-commack-marshalls/) - Suffolk police are seeking a woman accused of stealing about $375 in clothing from Marshalls in Commack.
- [Police Seek Two Suspects Accused of Stealing Three Scooters From Inwood Home](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-two-suspects-accused-of-stealing-three-scooters-from-inwood-home/) - Nassau police are searching for two suspects accused of stealing three scooters from outside a home on Maple Road in Inwood.
- [Police: Driver Fled After Striking 13-Year-Old Boy on Bicycle in West Islip](https://scifisland.com/driver-accused-of-fleeing-after-striking-13-year-old-bicyclist-in-west-islip/) - Suffolk police said a 67-year-old Deer Park man was arrested after a 13-year-old bicyclist was struck in West Islip.
- [Valley Stream Man Accused of Robbing and Assaulting 59-Year-Old Outside Elmont Deli](https://scifisland.com/valley-stream-man-accused-of-robbing-and-assaulting-59-year-old-outside-elmont-deli/) - A Valley Stream man is accused of punching, kicking and robbing a 59-year-old man outside an Elmont deli before fleeing with the victim's cell phone.
- [Card Game Argument Ends in Fatal Hempstead Shooting, Man Gets 25 Years](https://scifisland.com/card-game-argument-ends-in-fatal-hempstead-shooting-man-gets-25-years/) - A Hempstead man who fled to Detroit after a fatal 2024 shooting was sentenced to 25 years in prison for killing Maurice Sinclair Thomas.
- [Baldwin Man Admits Fatal Stray-Bullet Killing of Monroe University Athlete, Amira McCleod, at Hempstead House Party](https://scifisland.com/baldwin-man-admits-fatal-stray-bullet-killing-of-monroe-university-athlete-amira-mccleod-at-hempstead-house-party/) - A Baldwin man pleaded guilty to murder and weapons charges in the 2025 Hempstead house party shooting that killed 19-year-old Monroe University student Amira McCleod.
- [Westbury Man Pleads Guilty After Explosives, Fentanyl and Meth Found in Home](https://scifisland.com/westbury-man-pleads-guilty-after-explosives-fentanyl-and-meth-found-in-home/) - A Westbury man pleaded guilty after investigators found fentanyl, methamphetamine, heroin, explosive devices and other contraband inside his home.
- [Newsday Spotlights Trek Long Island and SciFiSland's Lon Cohen Ahead of Convention Return](https://scifisland.com/newsday-spotlights-trek-long-island-and-scifislands-lon-cohen-ahead-of-convention-return/) - Newsday spotlighted Trek Long Island, featuring comments from SciFiSland founder Lon Cohen and highlighting organizer Stefanie Gangone.
- [Four Arrested After Alleged Garage Burglary in Hewlett Neck; Stolen Scooters and Bicycle Recovered](https://scifisland.com/four-arrested-after-alleged-garage-burglary-in-hewlett-neck-stolen-scooters-and-bicycle-recovered/) - Two adults and two juveniles were arrested after an alleged garage burglary in Hewlett Neck. Police said stolen scooters and a bicycle were recovered.
- [Manorville Man Charged After Family Member Stabbed and Hospitalized](https://scifisland.com/manorville-man-charged-after-family-member-stabbed-and-hospitalized/) - A 28-year-old Manorville man was charged with assault after police said he stabbed an adult family member, who was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
- [Woman Wanted in Baldwin Robbery Case Had Warrants Ordered in Multiple Pending Cases](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-woman-wanted-on-robbery-charge-in-baldwin-case/) - Nassau County Police are seeking information on a woman wanted in connection with a second-degree robbery case in Baldwin.
- [Flushing Woman Arrested After Ronkonkoma Massage Parlor Raid, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/flushing-woman-arrested-after-ronkonkoma-massage-parlor-raid-police-say/) - Suffolk police said a Queens woman was charged after a raid at Sakura Bliss Spa in Ronkonkoma.
- [West Islip Man Accused of BWI After Fleeing Coast Guard, Beaching Boat](https://scifisland.com/west-islip-man-accused-of-bwi-after-fleeing-coast-guard-beaching-boat/) - Suffolk police said a West Islip man fled the Coast Guard, beached a boat and was charged with boating while intoxicated.
- [Huntington Station Man Indicted After Loaded Illegal Rifles, Gun-Making Parts Seized](https://scifisland.com/huntington-station-man-indicted-after-loaded-illegal-rifles-gun-making-parts-seized/) - A Huntington Station man was indicted after prosecutors said loaded illegal rifles, a revolver, magazines and gun-making parts were seized.
- [Police Search for Missing 78-Year-Old Centereach Man With Parkinson’s Disease](https://scifisland.com/police-search-for-missing-78-year-old-centereach-man-with-parkinsons-disease/) - Suffolk police are searching for Mochang Im, a 78-year-old Centereach man with Parkinson’s disease who was last seen June 3.
- [Suffolk Sheriff Seeks Man Wanted on Child Support Warrant With Ties to Bay Shore and Islip](https://scifisland.com/suffolk-sheriff-seeks-man-wanted-on-child-support-warrant-with-ties-to-bay-shore-and-islip/) - The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office is seeking Edwin CastroAguilar, who is wanted on a Family Court warrant for failure to pay child support.
- [The Forgotten Prime-Time Soap Set in the Hamptons](https://scifisland.com/the-forgotten-prime-time-soap-set-in-the-hamptons/) - ABC once launched a prime-time soap set in the Hamptons. It featured scandal, murder, and family feuds, but lasted only five episodes.
- [21-Year-Old Man Shot After Gunmen Open Fire on Vehicle in North Bay Shore](https://scifisland.com/21-year-old-man-shot-after-gunmen-open-fire-on-vehicle-in-north-bay-shore/) - A 21-year-old man was injured after multiple suspects opened fire on a vehicle in North Bay Shore, Suffolk County Police said.
- [Police Seek Man Accused of Stealing From South Setauket Target](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-accused-of-stealing-from-south-setauket-target/) - Suffolk County police are asking for the public’s help identifying and locating a man accused of stealing merchandise from a Centereach Target. The theft happened at the Target at 265 Pond Path in South Setauket on May 28 at 7:38 p.m., according to Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Sixth Precinct Crime Section
- [Bay Shore Man Accused of Running Cocaine Operation Next to Elementary School as 11 Are Indicted](https://scifisland.com/bay-shore-man-accused-of-running-cocaine-operation-next-to-elementary-school-as-11-are-indicted/) - A Bay Shore man accused of supplying cocaine from a home next to an elementary school was among 11 defendants indicted in a Suffolk drug trafficking investigation.
- [Copiague Man Accused of Stabbing Victim During Levittown Dispute](https://scifisland.com/copiague-man-accused-of-stabbing-victim-during-levittown-dispute/) - A Copiague man pleaded not guilty after police said he stabbed a man in the leg during an argument at a Levittown home.
- [Wyandanch Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Shooting Victim Outside Jake’s 58 Casino](https://scifisland.com/wyandanch-man-sentenced-to-10-years-for-shooting-victim-outside-jakes-58-casino/) - A Wyandanch man was sentenced to 10 years in prison for shooting a man twice outside Jake’s 58 Casino in Islandia in 2024.
- [Prosecutors: Drug Ring Mailed Fentanyl, Meth to Nassau County for Years](https://scifisland.com/prosecutors-drug-ring-mailed-fentanyl-meth-to-nassau-county-for-years/) - Four men were indicted in an alleged interstate drug trafficking conspiracy that shipped fentanyl, cocaine and methamphetamine into Nassau County and New York City.
- [Mastic Beach Man Arrested After Two People Shot During Woodside Road Argument](https://scifisland.com/mastic-beach-man-arrested-after-two-people-shot-during-woodside-road-argument/) - Suffolk police arrested Matthew McCue after two people were shot during an argument on Woodside Road in Mastic Beach.
- [Greenlawn Man Arrested After Woman Seriously Injured in Overnight Shooting](https://scifisland.com/greenlawn-man-arrested-after-woman-seriously-injured-in-overnight-shooting/) - A Greenlawn man was arrested after police said he shot a woman during a domestic-related incident on Leigh Street, leaving her seriously injured.
- [Police Seek Man Accused of Stealing $900 in Sunglasses From Smith Haven Mall Store](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-accused-of-stealing-900-in-sunglasses-from-smith-haven-mall-store/) - Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a man accused of stealing approximately $900 worth of sunglasses from a store at Smith Haven Mall. According to police, the theft occurred at Sunglass Hut on May 28 at approximately 12 p.m. Investigators said a man entered the
- [Driver Convicted of Murder in Deer Park Nail Salon Crash That Killed Four](https://scifisland.com/driver-convicted-of-murder-in-deer-park-nail-salon-crash-that-killed-four/) - A jury convicted Steven Schwally of murder and other charges in the 2024 Deer Park nail salon crash that killed four people and injured nine others.
- [Police Seek Shooter After Woman Seriously Injured in Greenlawn Domestic Incident](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-shooter-after-woman-seriously-injured-in-greenlawn-domestic-incident/) - Suffolk police say a 40-year-old woman was seriously injured in a Greenlawn shooting during a domestic-related incident.
- [Bellport Mother Screamed For Help Before Fatal Stabbing, Prosecutors Say](https://scifisland.com/bellport-mother-screamed-for-help-before-fatal-stabbing-prosecutors-say/) - A Bellport mother of three screamed for help before she was fatally stabbed, prosecutors allege. Michael McHenry has been indicted on a murder charge.
- [Gotti Grandson Arrested After Allegedly Choking, Beating Woman During East Norwich Domestic Dispute](https://scifisland.com/gotti-grandson-arrested-after-allegedly-choking-beating-woman-during-east-norwich-domestic-dispute/) - Carmine Gotti Agnello, grandson of notorious mob boss John Gotti, was arrested after police said he assaulted and choked a woman during a domestic dispute in East Norwich.
- [Pennsylvania Man Missing After Last Being Seen in Ronkonkoma, Suffolk Police Say](https://scifisland.com/pennsylvania-man-missing-after-last-being-seen-in-ronkonkoma-suffolk-police-say/) - Suffolk County Police are seeking information on Steven Novitsky, 51, who was last seen in Ronkonkoma and was reported missing on May 18.
- [Wyandanch Men Indicted for Allegedly Kidnapping and Robbing Taxi Driver During Ride From Queens](https://scifisland.com/wyandanch-men-indicted-for-allegedly-kidnapping-and-robbing-taxi-driver-during-ride-from-queens/) - Two Wyandanch men were indicted on kidnapping and robbery charges after allegedly threatening and robbing a taxi driver during a ride from Queens to Suffolk County.
- [Nassau Police Seek Wanted Sex Offender Accused of Failing to Report Address Change](https://scifisland.com/nassau-police-seek-wanted-sex-offender-accused-of-failing-to-report-address-change/) - Nassau County police are searching for Robert Sawyer, who is wanted for allegedly failing to report a change of address or status as required.
- [Nassau Police Seek Woman Wanted on Felony Criminal Mischief Charge in Albertson](https://scifisland.com/nassau-police-seek-woman-wanted-on-felony-criminal-mischief-charge-in-albertson/) - Nassau County police are seeking a woman wanted on a felony criminal mischief charge connected to an incident in Albertson.
- [Valley Stream Man Indicted in Back-to-Back Murders of Two Women](https://scifisland.com/valley-stream-man-indicted-in-back-to-back-murders-of-two-women/) - A Valley Stream man was indicted after prosecutors say he stabbed two women to death in separate attacks hours apart in Valley Stream and Island Park.
- [Freeport Man Accused of Using 13-Year-Old Daughter to Sell Cocaine](https://scifisland.com/freeport-man-accused-of-using-13-year-old-daughter-to-sell-cocaine/) - A Freeport man is accused of using his 13-year-old daughter to complete a cocaine sale. Police recovered additional suspected cocaine during his arrest.
- [Four Newark Men Sentenced in Nassau Burglary Spree That Targeted Luxury Cars](https://scifisland.com/four-newark-men-sentenced-in-nassau-burglary-spree-that-targeted-luxury-cars/) - Four Newark men were sentenced for a Nassau County burglary spree that targeted homes and luxury vehicles across multiple communities.
- [Nassau Police Seek Man Wanted on Felony Criminal Mischief Charge in Hicksville Case](https://scifisland.com/nassau-police-seek-man-wanted-on-felony-criminal-mischief-charge-in-hicksville-case/) - Nassau County police are searching for Joseph Reitberger, who is wanted on a felony criminal mischief charge linked to a Hicksville incident.
- [Valley Stream Ex-NYPD Detective Sentenced to 4 Years in $3 Million COVID Loan Fraud Scheme](https://scifisland.com/valley-stream-ex-nypd-detective-sentenced-to-4-years-in-3-million-covid-loan-fraud-scheme/) - Former NYPD detective John Bolden of Valley Stream was sentenced to 48 months in prison for a PPP fraud scheme that sought nearly $3 million.
- [South Farmingdale Man Accused of Using Fake Police Lights Before Crash and Hit-and-Run](https://scifisland.com/south-farmingdale-man-accused-of-using-fake-police-lights-before-crash-and-hit-and-run/) - A Farmingdale man is accused of using flashing red and blue lights and sirens before causing a crash and fleeing the scene, Nassau police said.
- [Massapequa Woman Charged With Murder After Fatal Stabbing, Held Without Bail](https://scifisland.com/massapequa-woman-charged-with-murder-after-fatal-stabbing-held-without-bail/) - A 22-year-old Massapequa woman was charged with murder after a man was found fatally stabbed inside a home. She pleaded not guilty and was remanded without bail.
- [Islip Terrace Woman Charged After Police Probe Alleged Residential Brothel](https://scifisland.com/islip-terrace-woman-charged-after-police-probe-alleged-residential-brothel/) - Suffolk police said a 67-year-old woman was charged after an investigation into an alleged residential brothel in Islip Terrace.
- [Two Shot During Mastic Beach Dispute, Gunman Escapes](https://scifisland.com/two-shot-during-mastic-beach-argument-police-say/) - Suffolk police said two people were shot during an argument in Mastic Beach. Both victims suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
- [The Shinnecock Canal: The 1892 Waterway That Linked Two Bays and Created a Geography Oddity](https://scifisland.com/the-shinnecock-canal-the-1892-waterway-that-linked-two-bays-and-created-a-geography-oddity/) - Completed in 1892, the Shinnecock Canal connected two bays, created New York's first saltwater canal, and changed the geography of Long Island's South Fork.
- [Police Seek Felony Assault Suspect Wanted in New Hyde Park Case](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-felony-assault-suspect-wanted-in-new-hyde-park-case/) - Nassau County police are seeking a 23-year-old man wanted on a felony assault charge connected to an incident in New Hyde Park.
- [28-Year-Old Man Fatally Stabbed in Massapequa, Woman Arrested](https://scifisland.com/homicide-detectives-investigating-death-at-massapequa-home/) - Nassau homicide detectives are investigating a death at a Massapequa home after police responded to a 911 call early Monday morning.
- [Police: Islip Man Received $7K Stolen From Phone Scam Victims](https://scifisland.com/police-islip-man-received-7k-stolen-from-phone-scam-victims/) - Suffolk police said an Islip man stole $7,000 from two Pennsylvania residents after a phone scam.
- [Greenport Man Arrested After Allegedly Sending Explicit Photo to Purported 13-Year-Old Girl](https://scifisland.com/greenport-man-arrested-after-allegedly-sending-explicit-photo-to-purported-13-year-old-girl/) - Suffolk police said Corey Hooks sent an indecent photo to someone he believed was a 13-year-old girl and had illegal images on his phone.
- [Updated: Hempstead Teen Missing After Leaving Home Early Friday Morning Last Week](https://scifisland.com/hempstead-teen-missing-after-leaving-home-early-friday-morning-last-week/) - Nassau County police are searching for 15-year-old Joel Villatoro, who was last seen leaving his Hempstead home last Friday morning.
- [Updated: Hempstead Man Missing Since Monday, Nassau Police Say](https://scifisland.com/hempstead-man-missing-since-monday-nassau-police-say/) - Nassau police are searching for 31-year-old Dashawn Wills of Hempstead, who was last seen May 25 wearing black clothing and an Orlando Magic hat.
- [1981 Cold Case: Audrey Chin Disappeared After Leaving Her East Norwich Home 44 Years Ago](https://scifisland.com/1981-cold-case-audrey-chin-disappeared-after-leaving-her-east-norwich-home-44-years-ago/) - More than four decades after Audrey Chin disappeared from East Norwich, the mystery of what happened to the 20-year-old aspiring nurse remains unsolved. Chin vanished on July 7, 1981, after leaving her family's home on Ross Lane in East Norwich. According to family members, she had spent part of the day picking up the family's
- [Huntington Station Restaurant Owner Cited After SLA Inspection Finds Hookah Use, Multiple Violations](https://scifisland.com/huntington-station-restaurant-owner-cited-after-sla-inspection-finds-hookah-use-multiple-violations/) - Police said Amigos Tavern’s owner was cited after an SLA inspection found liquor, health and building code violations.
- [Missing Teen Brian Attaway May Be In New York City, Authorities Say](https://scifisland.com/missing-commack-teen-brian-attaway-may-be-in-new-york-city-authorities-say/) - Authorities are searching for Brian Attaway, a missing 17-year-old who may be in New York City and may need medical attention.
- [Manorville Man Accused of Fleeing Moriches Traffic Stop With Ketamine, Injuring Deputy](https://scifisland.com/manorville-man-accused-of-fleeing-moriches-traffic-stop-with-ketamine-injuring-deputy/) - A Manorville man faces drug and assault charges after allegedly fleeing a Moriches traffic stop and injuring a Suffolk deputy during his arrest.
- [Police Seek Man Accused of Stealing More Than $3,000 in Merchandise From Jericho Home Depot](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-accused-of-stealing-more-than-3000-in-merchandise-from-jericho-home-depot/) - Nassau County police are searching for a man accused of stealing more than $3,000 worth of merchandise from a Home Depot in Jericho.
- [Police Seek Man Accused of Stealing Alcohol From Patchogue 7-Eleven](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-accused-of-stealing-alcohol-from-patchogue-7-eleven/) - Suffolk police are seeking a man accused of stealing alcoholic beverages from a Patchogue 7-Eleven on Waverly Avenue.
- [Franklin Square Man Charged in $158K Diamond Fraud Case](https://scifisland.com/franklin-square-man-charged-in-158k-diamond-fraud-case/) - A Franklin Square man is accused of knowingly receiving nearly $158,000 in fraudulently purchased diamonds and now faces grand larceny and fraud charges.
- [Central Islip Teen Missing Since December Believed To Be In Washington, D.C.](https://scifisland.com/central-islip-teen-missing-since-december-believed-to-be-in-washington-d-c/) - Authorities are seeking help locating Brianna Madrid Orellana, 17, who was last seen at her Central Islip home on Dec. 23, 2025.
- [Bronx Man Arrested In $44K Center Moriches Bank Scam](https://scifisland.com/bronx-man-arrested-in-44k-center-moriches-bank-scam/) - Police say a Bronx man stole money from a 65-year-old Center Moriches woman after a caller posed as a Chase bank representative.
- [Cedarhurst Man Charged In Woodmere Crash That Killed Valley Stream Tesla Driver](https://scifisland.com/cedarhurst-man-charged-in-woodmere-crash-that-killed-valley-stream-tesla-driver/) - A Cedarhurst man has been charged with manslaughter and reckless driving in a Woodmere crash that killed a 39-year-old Valley Stream man.
- [Bayville Teens Accused of Bat and Lacrosse Stick Rampage](https://scifisland.com/bayville-teens-accused-of-bat-and-lacrosse-stick-rampage/) - Two juveniles are facing multiple charges after Nassau police say they threatened drivers with a bat and lacrosse stick in Bayville.
- [Guatemalan National Convicted In Fourth Suffolk DWI Case Within 10 Years](https://scifisland.com/guatemalan-national-convicted-in-fourth-suffolk-dwi-case-within-10-years/) - Walter Danilo Perez Sanchez was convicted after prosecutors said his BAC was .22% in Huntington Station.
- [Cedarhurst Man Held Without Bail In Fatal Woodmere Crash Case](https://scifisland.com/cedarhurst-man-held-without-bail-in-fatal-woodmere-crash-case/) - A Cedarhurst man charged in a Woodmere crash that killed a Valley Stream driver was remanded without bail after pleading not guilty to manslaughter charges.
- [Long Beach Social Worker Indicted After Allegedly Trying To Kidnap Toddler From Stroller](https://scifisland.com/long-beach-social-worker-indicted-after-allegedly-trying-to-kidnap-toddler-from-stroller/) - A Long Beach social worker is accused of trying to kidnap a 15-month-old child from a stroller while attacking the toddler’s 79-year-old great-grandfather.
- [Deer Park Woman Gets 18 Years After Explosive Device Severed Boyfriend’s Hand](https://scifisland.com/deer-park-woman-gets-18-years-after-explosive-device-severed-boyfriends-hand/) - A Deer Park woman was sentenced to 18 years after prosecutors said she threw an explosive device into her boyfriend’s bedroom.
- [East Rockaway Man Accused Of Driving 81 MPH Before Fatal Woodmere Crash](https://scifisland.com/east-rockaway-man-accused-of-driving-81-mph-before-fatal-woodmere-crash/) - Prosecutors say an East Rockaway man was driving 81 mph and ran a red light before a Woodmere crash that killed a father driving his son to school.
- [Four Indicted in Brentwood Molotov Cocktail Firebomb Plot](https://scifisland.com/four-indicted-in-brentwood-molotov-cocktail-firebomb-plot/) - Four men were indicted in Suffolk County for an alleged Brentwood plot to firebomb a vehicle using Molotov cocktails.
- [Selden Father Sentenced to 25 Years in Child Abuse Case](https://scifisland.com/selden-father-sentenced-to-25-years-in-child-abuse-case/) - A Selden man was sentenced to 25 years in prison after being convicted of repeated abuse involving his young daughter, Suffolk DA says.
- [Second Teen Arrested After Violent Merrick Fair Assaults Left Girls Injured](https://scifisland.com/second-teen-arrested-after-violent-merrick-fair-assaults-left-girls-injured/) - Police say a second teenage girl has been arrested after multiple assaults at the Merrick fair left several girls injured.
- [Police Search for Missing 14-Year-Old Girl Last Seen Leaving Roosevelt Home](https://scifisland.com/police-search-for-missing-14-year-old-girl-last-seen-leaving-roosevelt-home/) - Nassau County police are searching for 14-year-old Lily Sargeant, who was last seen leaving her Roosevelt home early Saturday morning.
- [Long Island Railfans: Big Boy No. 4014, the World War II-Era Steam Giant, Is Heading East This Summer](https://scifisland.com/long-island-railfans-big-boy-no-4014-the-world-war-ii-era-steam-giant-is-heading-east-this-summer/) - The legendary Big Boy No. 4014 steam locomotive is heading east in 2026, with stops close enough for Long Islanders to make the trip.
- [Two Drivers Busted After Street Race Near Smith Point Bridge](https://scifisland.com/two-drivers-cited-after-shirley-speed-contest-ends-near-smith-point-bridge/) - Suffolk police cited two drivers after an alleged illegal speed contest on William Floyd Parkway in Shirley.
- [Westbury Man Accused of Drunk Driving in Meadowbrook Crash That Seriously Injured Passenger](https://scifisland.com/westbury-man-accused-of-drunk-driving-in-meadowbrook-crash-that-seriously-injured-passenger/) - A Westbury man is accused of drunk driving after a Meadowbrook Parkway crash seriously injured a passenger who was thrown from an SUV.
- [Teen Girl Kicked In Head During Fight At Merrick Fair, 13-Year-Old Arrested](https://scifisland.com/teen-girl-kicked-in-head-during-fight-at-merrick-fair-13-year-old-arrested/) - Police say two teenage girls were assaulted during a fight at the Merrick fair, including one victim who was kicked repeatedly in the head.
- [Nassau Police Seek Man Wanted in Freeport Choking Case](https://scifisland.com/nassau-police-seek-man-wanted-in-freeport-choking-case/) - Nassau County Police are searching for Moody Hough, 53, in connection with a choking case in Freeport.
- [Oceanside Woman Wanted in $1,000+ Shoplifting Case, Nassau Police Say](https://scifisland.com/oceanside-woman-wanted-in-1000-shoplifting-case-nassau-police-say/) - Police are searching for a woman wanted in connection with a shoplifting and grand larceny case in Oceanside involving more than $1,000 in stolen property.
- [Police Seek Man Accused of Stealing $3,598 in MacBooks From Patchogue Best Buy](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-accused-of-stealing-3598-in-macbooks-from-patchogue-best-buy/) - Suffolk police said a man stole two Apple MacBooks worth $3,598 from a Patchogue Best Buy in March.
- [Two Suffolk Motorcycle Crashes Leave One Rider Dead, Another Seriously Injured Within Hours](https://scifisland.com/two-suffolk-motorcycle-crashes-leave-one-rider-dead-another-seriously-injured-within-hours/) - Two separate motorcycle crashes in Suffolk County left one Huntington man dead and another Bay Shore rider seriously injured within hours Friday and Saturday.
- [Police Seek East Garden City Shoplifting Suspect Accused of Stealing More Than $1,000 in Merchandise](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-east-garden-city-shoplifting-suspect-accused-of-stealing-more-than-1000-in-merchandise/) - Nassau County Police are searching for a 56-year-old man wanted in connection with a shoplifting and grand larceny case in East Garden City.
- [Long Beach Drug Dealer Wanted by Nassau Police](https://scifisland.com/long-beach-drug-dealer-wanted-by-nassau-police/) - Nassau County Police are searching for Todd French, who is wanted in connection with an alleged oxycodone sale in Long Beach.
- [Prosecutors Say Abuse of Bayport Girl Was Documented in Photos, Videos](https://scifisland.com/prosecutors-say-abuse-of-bayport-girl-was-documented-in-photos-videos/) - Suffolk prosecutors say photos and videos recovered during the investigation documented months of alleged abuse of a 7-year-old Bayport girl.
- [Jericho Man Admits Stealing Nearly $1 Million From Employer to Fund Luxury Lifestyle](https://scifisland.com/jericho-man-admits-stealing-nearly-1-million-from-employer-to-fund-luxury-lifestyle/) - A Jericho man admitted stealing more than $914,000 from his employer through a fraudulent invoicing scheme and unauthorized purchases.
- [Freeport Inn Prostitution Sting Leads to Arrest, ICE Custody](https://scifisland.com/freeport-inn-prostitution-sting-leads-to-arrest-ice-custody/) - A New Jersey woman was arrested during a prostitution investigation at the Freeport Inn and Marina before being taken into ICE custody.
- [Inwood Father Sentenced to 21 Years to Life in Death of 2-Month-Old Daughter](https://scifisland.com/inwood-father-sentenced-to-21-years-to-life-in-death-of-2-month-old-daughter/) - An Inwood man was sentenced to 21 years to life for murdering his 2-month-old daughter in Nassau County in March 2025.
- [Registered Offender Pleads Guilty to Case of Sexual Extortion, Called "Sextortionist" by DA](https://scifisland.com/registered-offender-pleads-guilty-to-case-of-sexual-extortion-called-sextortionist-by-da/) - Justin Poon, of West Hempstead, a registered sex offender, pleaded guilty to sexual exploitation in court.
- [Dog Found Emaciated With Mouth Rubber-Banded Shut in Port Jeff](https://scifisland.com/dog-found-emaciated-with-mouth-rubber-banded-shut-in-port-jeff/) - Police seek tips after an emaciated Yorkshire Terrier mix was found in Port Jefferson with its mouth rubber-banded shut.
- [North Babylon Man Arrested in West Babylon Flat Tire Distraction Theft](https://scifisland.com/north-babylon-man-arrested-in-west-babylon-flat-tire-distraction-theft/) - Police say a North Babylon man stole money from a woman’s purse during a flat tire distraction scheme in West Babylon.
- [Jason Butt-Champagne Indicted In Killing Of 65-Year-Old Deer Park Amputee](https://scifisland.com/jason-butt-champagne-indicted-in-killing-of-65-year-old-deer-park-amputee/) - Jason Butt-Champagne was indicted in the robbery and killing of 65-year-old Donald Klune in Deer Park, prosecutors said.
- [Commack Brothel Bust at Building Listed as Preschool Leads to Two Arrests](https://scifisland.com/commack-brothel-bust-at-building-listed-as-preschool-leads-to-two-arrests/) - Suffolk police arrested two women at an alleged Commack brothel operating at a building listed online as a preschool.
- [Roosevelt Fish Market Cited After Police Seize Gambling Machines, $4K in Cash](https://scifisland.com/roosevelt-fish-market-cited-after-police-seize-gambling-machines-4k-in-cash/) - Police seized four electronic gambling machines and more than $4,000 from a Roosevelt fish market during a quality-of-life initiative.
- [East Setauket Man Pleads Guilty in LIE Crash That Left Woman Blind in One Eye](https://scifisland.com/east-setauket-man-pleads-guilty-in-lie-crash-that-left-woman-blind-in-one-eye/) - Matthew Sheehy pleaded guilty after prosecutors said he caused a three-vehicle LIE crash that injured four people.
- [Orient Point Light: A “Spark Plug” Lighthouse Standing Between Long Island and Plum Island](https://scifisland.com/orient-point-light-a-spark-plug-lighthouse-standing-between-long-island-and-plum-island/) - Built in 1899, Orient Point Light has survived storms, ice, and demolition plans in Plum Gut off Long Island’s North Fork.
- [Tropic Con Loading Up With Wrestlers, Voice Actors and Geek Icons for 2026](https://scifisland.com/tropic-con-loading-up-with-wrestlers-voice-actors-and-geek-icons-for-2026/) - Tropic Con 2026 in Hauppauge will feature Dante Basco, Josh Keaton, Roger Bumpass, Willow Nightingale, Shotzi Blackheart and more.
- [Star Wars Cosplayers, Futuristic Tech and Fire Art Landing at Maker Faire Long Island](https://scifisland.com/star-wars-cosplayers-futuristic-tech-and-fire-art-landing-at-maker-faire-long-island/) - Maker Faire Long Island returns June 6 with Star Wars cosplay groups, futuristic UV printing tech, fire art, makers, and hands-on geek culture fun.
- [How a Knitting Needle Helped Name Mount Sinai](https://scifisland.com/how-a-knitting-needle-helped-name-mount-sinai/) - A 1925 photo of an old Mount Sinai store preserves the hamlet’s original name and the unusual story behind how Mount Sinai got its name.
- [Deer Park Woman Accused of Threatening Officer’s Family After 2025 Police Chase Arrest](https://scifisland.com/deer-park-woman-accused-of-threatening-officers-family-after-2025-police-chase-arrest/) - A Deer Park woman accused of fleeing Suffolk police in 2025 is now charged with threatening a family member of the arresting officer.
- [Bayport Girl Missed 40 Days of School Before Death, Prosecutors Say](https://scifisland.com/bayport-girl-missed-40-days-of-school-before-death-prosecutors-say/) - Prosecutors say a 7-year-old Bayport girl missed about 40 days of school before dying from untreated injuries and infection.
- [Sayville Jogger Was Seriously Injured On Roadside Before Driver Fled, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/sayville-jogger-was-left-seriously-injured-on-roadside-after-driver-fled-police-say/) - A 60-year-old Sayville jogger suffered serious injuries after a hit-and-run crash Saturday morning. Police later arrested a woman.
- [Carle Place Traffic Stop Leads To Loaded Handgun, Switchblade Arrest On Northern State Parkway](https://scifisland.com/carle-place-traffic-stop-leads-to-loaded-handgun-switchblade-arrest-on-northern-state-parkway/) - A Massachusetts man was arrested after Nassau police recovered a loaded handgun and two switchblade knives during a traffic stop in Carle Place.
- [Baldwin Man, 75, Missing Since Monday Morning After Leaving Home In White Toyota Camry](https://scifisland.com/baldwin-man-75-missing-since-monday-morning-after-leaving-home-in-white-toyota-camry/) - Police are searching for 75-year-old Joseph Puglisi of Baldwin, who disappeared Monday morning and may be driving a white 2004 Toyota Camry.
- [Port Washington Tutor Accused of Abusing 7-Year-Old Girl Inside Library](https://scifisland.com/port-washington-tutor-accused-of-abusing-7-year-old-girl-inside-library/) - An 18-year-old Port Washington library tutor is accused of abusing a 7-year-old girl during tutoring sessions inside the library.
- [Best Buy Employee Accused Of Sending Woman’s Intimate Photos To His Phone](https://scifisland.com/best-buy-employee-accused-of-sending-womans-intimate-photos-to-his-phone/) - A Greenlawn Best Buy employee was arrested after police said intimate photos were sent from a customer’s phone without permission.
- [Bayport 7-Year-Old Girl Died After Months of Alleged Abuse, 90 Injuries Found: DA](https://scifisland.com/bayport-7-year-old-girl-died-after-months-of-alleged-abuse-90-injuries-found-da/) - A 7-year-old girl in Bayport died from an untreated infection after months of alleged abuse and torture, according to Suffolk prosecutors.
- [Freeport Teen Missing Since Monday, May Need Medical Attention](https://scifisland.com/freeport-teen-missing-since-monday-may-need-medical-attention/) - Police are searching for 18-year-old Glen Person III, who has been missing from Freeport since Monday and may need medical attention.
- [BREAKING: Sayville Woman Arrested After Jogger Seriously Injured In Hit-And-Run Crash](https://scifisland.com/breaking-sayville-woman-arrested-after-jogger-seriously-injured-in-hit-and-run-crash/) - Police arrested a Sayville woman after a jogger was seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash on Brook Street in Sayville.
- [Police Seek Man Accused of Stealing Toys From South Setauket Target](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-accused-of-stealing-toys-from-south-setauket-target/) - Police say a man stole toys from a Target store in South Setauket. Suffolk Crime Stoppers is seeking tips.
- [Roosevelt Man Nicknamed "Midnight" Was Sentenced to 25 Years to Life for Fatal Hempstead Beating Behind Chuck E. Cheese](https://scifisland.com/roosevelt-man-nicknamed-midnight-was-sentenced-to-25-years-to-life-for-fatal-hempstead-beating-behind-chuck-e-cheese/) - A Roosevelt man was sentenced to 25 years to life for the robbery and beating death of a Copiague man behind a Hempstead Chuck E. Cheese.
- [Homeless Woman Arrested After Sacred Heart Statue Beheaded At East Islip Church](https://scifisland.com/homeless-woman-arrested-after-sacred-heart-statue-beheaded-at-east-islip-church/) - Suffolk Police arrested a 41-year-old woman accused of damaging a Sacred Heart statue at St. Mary’s Church in East Islip.
- [Sayville Jogger Seriously Injured in Hit-and-Run, Police Seek Dark SUV](https://scifisland.com/sayville-jogger-seriously-injured-in-hit-and-run-police-seek-dark-suv/) - A 60-year-old Sayville woman was seriously injured while jogging. Police are seeking a dark SUV that fled the scene.
- [LEGO Fox Hunt and Giant Brick Sculptures Take Over Old Westbury Gardens](https://scifisland.com/lego-fox-hunt-and-giant-brick-sculptures-take-over-old-westbury-gardens/) - A giant LEGO nature exhibit with scavenger hunts and family events is now open at Old Westbury Gardens on Long Island.
- [Medford Man Missing Since July 2024 After Leaving Home](https://scifisland.com/homeless-medford-man-missing-since-july-2024-after-leaving-home/) - Suffolk County Police are seeking information on Enrique Diaz Deolarte, a Medford man reported missing after leaving his home in July 2024.
- [Mastic Man Arrested After Road Rage Stabbing Sends 71-Year-Old To Hospital](https://scifisland.com/mastic-man-arrested-after-road-rage-stabbing-sends-71-year-old-to-hospital/) - A Mastic man was arrested after police said a road rage dispute ended with a 71-year-old man stabbed in the neck.
- [Staten Island Man Arrested For $97K Theft From Hicksville FedEx](https://scifisland.com/staten-island-man-arrested-for-97k-theft-from-hicksville-fedex/) - An 18-year-old Staten Island man is accused of using fake identification to steal nearly $97,000 in packages from a Hicksville FedEx.
- [Police Seek Shirley Man Who Used Sleight-Of-Hand Con To Rip Off Businesses](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-shirley-man-who-used-sleight-of-hand-con-to-rip-off-businesses/) - Suffolk police are searching for a Shirley man accused in two sleight-of-hand thefts in Dix Hills and Huntington Station.
- [Long Island Researcher Who Decoded Centuries-Old Place Names](https://scifisland.com/long-island-researcher-who-decoded-centuries-old-place-names/) - Sag Harbor researcher William Wallace Tooker spent decades preserving the deeper meanings behind Long Island’s oldest place names.
- [Homeless Wyandanch Man Missing Since August After Leaving His Parents' House](https://scifisland.com/homeless-wyandanch-man-missing-since-august-after-leaving-his-parents-house/) - Suffolk County Police are seeking the public’s help locating 60-year-old William Shaw, who was last seen in Wyandanch in August.
- [Homeless Man Pulled Gun on Three Cyclists in East Meadow](https://scifisland.com/homeless-man-pulled-gun-on-three-cyclists-in-east-meadow/) - Police say a homeless man displayed a firearm toward three cyclists in East Meadow before being arrested near Meadowbrook Parkway.
- [Bethpage Overdose Investigation Leads to Arrest of Hempstead Man on Drug Charges](https://scifisland.com/bethpage-overdose-investigation-leads-to-arrest-of-hempstead-man-on-drug-charges/) - A Hempstead man was arrested during a Bethpage overdose investigation after Nassau detectives allegedly found cocaine in his possession.
- [East Garden City Sporting Goods Hit Twice in Brazen Theft of Clothing, Roller Blades and Workout Bench](https://scifisland.com/east-garden-city-sporting-goods-hit-twice-in-brazen-theft-of-clothing-roller-blades-and-workout-bench/) - Police are searching for a man accused of stealing clothing, roller blades and a workout bench from Dick’s Sporting Goods in East Garden City.
- [When Hampton Bays Was Called Good Ground](https://scifisland.com/when-hampton-bays-was-called-good-ground/) - Before Hampton Bays got its modern name, residents were arguing over railroad station names and local identity.
- [Police Seek Man Accused of Stealing Beer and Shrimp From Farmingville Stop & Shop](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-accused-of-stealing-beer-and-shrimp-from-farmingville-stop-shop/) - Police say a man stole about $180 worth of beer and shrimp from a Farmingville Stop & Shop before fleeing in a black Volkswagen.
- [Suffolk, Nassau Police Increase Vigilance After Deadly San Diego Mosque Shooting](https://scifisland.com/suffolk-nassau-police-increase-vigilance-after-deadly-san-diego-mosque-shooting/) - Suffolk and Nassau police say they are monitoring intelligence and increasing patrols after a deadly shooting at a San Diego mosque.
- [West Islip Woman Accused of Embezzling $385,000 From West Babylon Employer](https://scifisland.com/west-islip-woman-accused-of-embezzling-385000-from-west-babylon-employer/) - Suffolk police say a West Islip bookkeeper wrote herself more than $385,000 in checks from her West Babylon employer.
- [The 1922 Shooting Case That Stunned Huntington](https://scifisland.com/the-1922-shooting-case-that-stunned-huntington/) - A 1922 Port Jefferson Echo article detailed a murder-suicide involving a broken engagement and a fatal shooting investigation.
- [Stony Brook Parking Lot Assault Sends Man to Hospital, Suspect Sought](https://scifisland.com/stony-brook-parking-lot-assault-sends-man-to-hospital-suspect-sought/) - Police are investigating an assault that sent a man to the hospital Sunday morning in a Stony Brook parking lot. The suspect remains at large.
- [Bellport Ex-Con Charged After Mom of 3 Fatally Stabbed at Yaphank Speedway](https://scifisland.com/breaking-bellport-man-charged-with-murder-after-woman-found-injured-at-yaphank-speedway/) - Michael McHenry of Bellport was charged with murder after Juliann Bachmann was found injured in a vehicle at a Yaphank Speedway.
- [Farmingville Mooney Pond Market Stabbing Suspect Arrested Minutes Later at Nearby 7-Eleven](https://scifisland.com/farmingville-mooney-pond-market-stabbing-suspect-arrested-minutes-later-at-nearby-7-eleven/) - Suffolk police say a Mastic man stabbed another man with a boxcutter after a dispute inside a Farmingville deli.
- [45 Tickets Issued During Suffolk Police Work Zone Crackdown on LIE](https://scifisland.com/45-tickets-issued-during-suffolk-police-work-zone-crackdown-on-lie/) - Suffolk police issued 45 tickets during a four-hour work zone enforcement operation on the Long Island Expressway in Huntington.
- [Hempstead Assisted Living Worker Accused of Using Residents’ Names to Steal Oxycodone](https://scifisland.com/hempstead-assisted-living-worker-accused-of-using-residents-names-to-steal-oxycodone/) - A Brooklyn woman is accused of forging oxycodone prescriptions using assisted living residents’ names at a Hempstead facility.
- [Queens Man Accused of Stealing $210K in Jewelry, Cash From Syosset Home](https://scifisland.com/queens-man-accused-of-stealing-210k-in-jewelry-cash-from-syosset-home/) - Police say a Queens man stole about $210,000 in jewelry and cash from a Syosset home before being arrested months later.
- [Cache of Guns, Gun-Making Parts Leads to Arrest of Huntington Station Man](https://scifisland.com/cache-of-guns-gun-making-parts-leads-to-arrest-of-huntington-station-man/) - Suffolk police say a probation check led to rifles, a revolver, shotgun, stun gun, magazines and gun-making parts in Huntington Station.
- [Bellport Woman Found Injured in Vehicle at Yaphank Gas Station Dies](https://scifisland.com/bellport-woman-found-injured-in-vehicle-at-yaphank-gas-station-dies/) - Suffolk police say Juliann Bachmann, 30, was found injured in a vehicle at a Yaphank Speedway and later died.
- [Caught! Man Who Handed Teller Note in Lake Ronkonkoma TD Bank  Robbery Has Been Charged](https://scifisland.com/caught-man-who-handed-teller-note-in-lake-ronkonkoma-td-bank-robbery-has-been-charged/) - Suffolk police arrested Sage Arias-Brown, 33, after a TD Bank robbery in Lake Ronkonkoma, authorities said.
- [Valley Stream ATM Vandalism Causes $2,000 in Damage, Police Seek Suspect](https://scifisland.com/valley-stream-atm-vandalism-causes-2000-in-damage-police-seek-suspect/) - Nassau police are searching for a man accused of intentionally damaging a Chase Bank ATM in Valley Stream, causing about $2,000 in damage.
- [Suffolk Sheriff Seeks Bay Shore Man Wanted on Child Support Warrant](https://scifisland.com/suffolk-sheriff-seeks-bay-shore-man-wanted-on-child-support-warrant/) - Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Patrick McNamara, who is wanted on a Family Court warrant for failure to pay child support.
- [North Lawrence Woman Struck in Head With Blunt Object Outside Stop & Shop, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/north-lawrence-woman-struck-in-head-with-blunt-object-outside-stop-shop-police-say/) - A Rosedale man was arrested after police said he struck a woman with a blunt object outside a North Lawrence Stop & Shop.
- [Cash Register Stolen From Farmingdale 7-Eleven, Burglar Sought By Police](https://scifisland.com/farmingdale-7-eleven-burglar-sought-after-cash-register-stolen/) - Nassau police are searching for a suspect accused of breaking into a Farmingdale 7-Eleven and stealing a cash register.
- [Huntington Station Man Sentenced After Punching LIRR Conductor During Ticket Dispute](https://scifisland.com/huntington-station-man-sentenced-after-punching-lirr-conductor-during-ticket-dispute/) - A Huntington Station man was sentenced to jail after punching an LIRR conductor during a dispute over a train ticket, prosecutors said.
- [Man Arrested After Police Chase From Port Washington Ends in Crashes Near Americana Manhasset](https://scifisland.com/man-arrested-after-police-chase-from-port-washington-ends-in-crashes-near-americana-manhasset/) - A driver fleeing a Port Washington traffic stop crashed into multiple vehicles before being arrested near Americana Manhasset, police said.
- [Tax Preparer Allegedly Used $260K Stolen From Patchogue Auto Shop For OnlyFans, Airfare](https://scifisland.com/tax-preparer-allegedly-used-260k-stolen-from-patchogue-auto-shop-for-onlyfans-airfare/) - Fabian Delgado allegedly stole $260K from a Patchogue auto shop by falsifying tax returns, Suffolk prosecutors said.
- [Sinkhole Shuts Down Two Lanes on Westbound LIE Near Exit 49N, Emergency Repairs Underway](https://scifisland.com/sinkhole-shuts-down-two-lanes-on-westbound-lie-near-exit-49n-emergency-repairs-underway/) - A large sinkhole shut down two westbound lanes on the LIE near Exit 49N in Huntington, causing major delays expected into Friday.
- [Man Indicted After Allegedly Kidnapping 4-Year-Old From Patchogue Laundromat, Promising “Secret Room”](https://scifisland.com/man-indicted-after-allegedly-kidnapping-4-year-old-from-patchogue-laundromat-promising-secret-room/) - An Ecuadorian national was indicted after allegedly taking a 4-year-old from a Patchogue laundromat and leading her through downtown.
- [When a Whiskey-Laden Yacht Ran Ashore on Long Island During Prohibition](https://scifisland.com/when-a-whiskey-laden-yacht-ran-ashore-on-long-island-during-prohibition/) - During a snowstorm in late November 1922, a yacht carrying hundreds of cases of whiskey ran aground off Miller Place during the height of Prohibition. The incident was reported in The Port Jefferson Echo on Dec. 2, 1922, under the headline “Whiskey Laden Yacht at Miller’s Place.” According to the newspaper, the yacht Virginie, of
- [Before Busytown, Children's Author Richard Scarry Drew This Charming 1947 Map of Long Island](https://scifisland.com/before-busytown-childrens-author-richard-scarry-drew-this-charming-1947-map-of-long-island/) - Before Busytown, children’s author Richard Scarry created a detailed illustrated map of Long Island for Holiday magazine in 1947.
- [South Setauket Target Theft: Police Seek Man and Woman Accused of Stealing Merchandise](https://scifisland.com/south-setauket-target-theft-police-seek-man-and-woman-accused-of-stealing-merchandise/) - Suffolk police are searching for two people accused of stealing health products and memory cards from a Target in South Setauket.
- [The $6 Million Camp Upton Fraud Lawsuit of 1922](https://scifisland.com/the-6-million-camp-upton-fraud-lawsuit-of-1922/) - A 1922 Port Jefferson Echo article detailed a federal lawsuit alleging fraud in the construction of Camp Upton during World War I.
- [The Story Behind Rocky Point’s Famous “Fish Church”](https://scifisland.com/the-story-behind-rocky-points-famous-fish-church/) - How Trinity Lutheran Church in Rocky Point became one of Long Island’s most recognizable modern landmarks and earned the nickname “Fish Church.”
- [Commack Ulta Theft Suspect Wanted After $880 in Merchandise Stolen](https://scifisland.com/commack-ulta-theft-suspect-wanted-after-880-in-merchandise-stolen/) - Police say a woman stole about $880 in merchandise from Ulta Beauty in Commack. Crime Stoppers is seeking tips.
- [Three Arrested For Nearly $1 Million Cash Grab From North Valley Stream Home](https://scifisland.com/three-arrested-for-nearly-1-million-cash-grab-from-north-valley-stream-home/) - Three Suffolk County men were arrested after police say nearly $1 million in cash and jewelry was stolen from a North Valley Stream home.
- [Police Seek Woman Suspected of Stealing $745 in Clothing From DICK’s Sporting Goods in Smith Haven Mall](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-woman-suspected-of-stealing-745-in-clothing-from-dicks-sporting-goods-in-smith-haven-mall/) - Police say a woman stole about $745 in clothing from DICK’s Sporting Goods at Smith Haven Mall.
- [Woman Wanted After 10-Year-Old Boy Harassed at Urban Air, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/dix-hills-woman-wanted-after-10-year-old-boy-harassed-at-urban-air-police-say/) - Suffolk police seek a woman accused of harassing a 10-year-old boy at Urban Air Adventure Park in Dix Hills.
- [Long Island Doctor Who Con Landing With A Whirlwind of Guests This August](https://scifisland.com/long-island-doctor-who-con-landing-with-a-whirlwind-of-guests-this-august/) - Peter Davison, Katy Manning, Frazer Hines and more are heading to Long Island Doctor Who 2026 in Holtsville this August.
- [Roslyn Man Admits Smuggling Iranian Nationals Into U.S., Receiving Child Sex Abuse Material](https://scifisland.com/roslyn-man-admits-smuggling-iranian-nationals-into-u-s-receiving-child-sex-abuse-material/) - A Roslyn man admitted smuggling Iranian nationals into the U.S. and possessing child sexual abuse material, federal prosecutors said.
- [Woman Wanted on Child Endangerment Charge, Nassau Police Say](https://scifisland.com/east-meadow-woman-wanted-on-child-endangerment-charge-nassau-police-say/) - Nassau County police are searching for a 29-year-old woman wanted in connection with a child endangerment case in East Meadow.
- [Glen Cove Man Sentenced in Bay Shore Parking Dispute Kidnapping Murder](https://scifisland.com/glen-cove-man-sentenced-in-bay-shore-parking-dispute-kidnapping-murder/) - A Glen Cove man was sentenced to 20 years to life in the kidnapping and murder of a Central Islip man over a Bay Shore parking dispute.
- [Updated: Miller Place BMW Occupants Flee Into Woods After Crash, Residents Report Massive Police Search](https://scifisland.com/miller-place-bmw-occupants-flee-into-woods-after-crash-residents-report-massive-police-search/) - Police say BMW occupants fled on foot after crashing into a brick fence in Miller Place as residents reported a large overnight search.
- [Middle Island Walmart Theft Suspect Wanted After $360 in Clothing Stolen](https://scifisland.com/middle-island-walmart-theft-suspect-wanted-after-360-in-clothing-stolen/) - Suffolk police are seeking a man accused of stealing about $360 in clothing from Walmart in Middle Island.
- [Woman Wanted For Menacing Incident in North Valley Stream, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/woman-wanted-for-menacing-incident-in-north-valley-stream-police-say/) - Nassau County police are searching for a woman wanted in connection with a weapon-related menacing case involving a child in North Valley Stream.
- [Woman Wanted After Valley Stream Grand Larceny Investigation](https://scifisland.com/woman-wanted-after-valley-stream-grand-larceny-investigation/) - Nassau County police are searching for a woman wanted on grand larceny and child endangerment charges tied to a Valley Stream case.
- [The Elephants That Helped Build the Long Beach Boardwalk](https://scifisland.com/the-elephants-that-helped-build-the-long-beach-boardwalk/) - In 1907, Long Beach developer William H. Reynolds used elephants from Dreamland to help move timber for the new boardwalk.
- [Former Navy Officer Admits Traveling to Long Island to Meet Girl He Believed Was 13](https://scifisland.com/former-navy-officer-admits-traveling-to-long-island-to-meet-girl-he-believed-was-13/) - A former Navy officer admitted trying to meet a girl he believed was 13-years-old in Valley Stream and possessing child abuse material.
- [Hicksville Woman Wanted on Child Endangerment Charge, Nassau Police Say](https://scifisland.com/hicksville-woman-wanted-on-child-endangerment-charge-nassau-police-say/) - Nassau County police are searching for a 33-year-old woman wanted in connection with a reckless endangerment case involving a child in Hicksville.
- [Queens Woman Wanted in Carle Place Child Kidnapping Case, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/queens-woman-wanted-in-carle-place-child-kidnapping-case-police-say/) - Police are searching for a Queens woman accused of kidnapping her 7-year-old child during a supervised visit in Carle Place.
- [East Garden City Woman Wanted on Child Endangerment, Shoplifting Charges](https://scifisland.com/east-garden-city-woman-wanted-on-child-endangerment-shoplifting-charges/) - Nassau County police are searching for a 33-year-old woman wanted on charges including child endangerment and shoplifting in East Garden City.
- [North Bay Shore Teen Missing Since August Still Sought by Suffolk Police](https://scifisland.com/north-bay-shore-teen-missing-since-august-still-sought-by-suffolk-police/) - Suffolk police are still searching for 15-year-old Jordyn Malone, who has been missing since leaving her North Bay Shore home in August.
- [Suspect Arrested in Deadly 2024 Deer Park Carjacking](https://scifisland.com/suspect-arrested-in-deadly-2024-deer-park-carjacking/) - Police arrested a West Babylon man in connection with the 2024 beating death and carjacking of a Deer Park man.
- [Local Author Anchors His Hard Sci-Fi Novels in Real Science](https://scifisland.com/local-author-anchors-his-hard-sci-fi-novels-in-real-science/) - Miller Place author Darran Handshaw draws on his engineering career, firefighting experience, and 150 patents to create hard sci-fi novels rooted in real science.
- [Island Park Man Accused of Assault, Exposing 4 Cops to Unknown Substance](https://scifisland.com/island-park-man-accused-of-assault-exposing-4-cops-to-unknown-substance/) - Police say an Island Park man assaulted a 62-year-old victim before four officers were exposed to an unknown substance during the arrest.
- [Freeport Serial Car Fire Suspect Arrested After Multiple Vehicles Torched in Municipal Lot](https://scifisland.com/freeport-serial-car-fire-suspect-arrested-after-multiple-vehicles-torched-in-municipal-lot/) - A Baldwin man was arrested after multiple vehicles were set on fire in a Freeport municipal parking lot, police said.
- [Merrick Narcotics Bust Leads to Cocaine, Ketamine Charges for Two Residents](https://scifisland.com/merrick-narcotics-bust-leads-to-cocaine-ketamine-charges-for-two-residents/) - Two Merrick residents were arrested after Nassau police recovered suspected cocaine and ketamine during a narcotics investigation.
- [Man Goes on Tesla-Smashing Rampage at Westbury Showroom Over Missing Crypto Hard Drive](https://scifisland.com/man-goes-on-tesla-smashing-rampage-at-westbury-showroom-over-missing-crypto-hard-drive/) - Police say an upstate New York man smashed two Teslas at a Westbury showroom after demanding a missing crypto hard drive.
- [Babylon Business Window Smashed With Brick, Suffolk Police Seek Suspect](https://scifisland.com/babylon-business-window-smashed-with-brick-suffolk-police-seek-suspect/) - Suffolk police are searching for a man accused of smashing a window at a Babylon business with a brick in the early morning hours.
- [Commack Shopper Distracted as Wallet Stolen, Credit Card Used at Huntington Macy’s](https://scifisland.com/commack-shopper-distracted-as-wallet-stolen-credit-card-used-at-huntington-macys/) - Police say three people are wanted after a wallet was stolen from a shopper in Commack and a credit card was used in Huntington.
- [A Motherload of Guests at Trek Long Island This Year](https://scifisland.com/a-motherload-of-guests-at-trek-long-island-this-year/) - Trek Long Island returns June 12-14 in Hauppauge with Nana Visitor, Celia Rose Gooding, Jeffrey Combs, cosplay, parties, panels and more Star Trek guests.
- [Medford T.J. Maxx Theft Suspect Wanted After Clothing Stolen, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/medford-t-j-maxx-theft-suspect-wanted-after-clothing-stolen-police-say/) - Suffolk police are seeking a man accused of stealing clothing from a Medford T.J. Maxx on Route 112.
- [2 Found Dead in Hempstead Fire at Boarded-Up Home Previously Damaged by Blaze](https://scifisland.com/2-found-dead-in-hempstead-fire-at-boarded-up-home-previously-damaged-by-blaze/) - Two people were found dead after a fire tore through a boarded-up Hempstead home that had previously burned in 2025.
- [Elwood Man, 65, Missing Since December After Leaving Home](https://scifisland.com/elwood-man-65-missing-since-december-after-leaving-home/) - Mark Brisson, 65, left his Elwood home in December and never returned. Suffolk police are asking for the public’s help locating him.
- [Police Seek Woman for Obstruction, Resisting Arrest After North Lawrence Incident](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-woman-for-obstruction-resisting-arrest-after-north-lawrence-incident/) - Nassau police seek Shantel Jacobs, 41, wanted for obstruction and resisting arrest tied to a North Lawrence incident.
- [Man Steals $900 in Groceries from South Setauket Stop & Shop, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/man-steals-900-in-groceries-from-south-setauket-stop-shop-police-say/) - Police are searching for a man accused of stealing $900 in groceries from a South Setauket Stop & Shop in April.
- [Miller Place Theft: Two Men Wanted After Stealing $310 in Merchandise from Marshalls](https://scifisland.com/miller-place-theft-two-men-wanted-after-stealing-310-in-merchandise-from-marshalls/) - Police are searching for two men accused of stealing $310 in merchandise from a Marshalls in Miller Place on April 3.
- [Police Chase: Man Wanted for Reckless Driving, Fleeing Police Officer](https://scifisland.com/police-chase-man-wanted-for-reckless-driving-fleeing-police-officer/) - A man is wanted after allegedly fleeing a Nassau County police officer during a reckless driving incident in Greenvale.
- [Honduran National Charged in Deadly Huntington Station Deli Shooting, Tried to Flee U.S.](https://scifisland.com/honduran-national-charged-in-deadly-huntington-station-deli-shooting-tried-to-flee-u-s/) - A Honduran national is charged in a Huntington Station deli shooting that killed a 43-year-old man. Prosecutors say he tried to flee before arrest.
- [North Lawrence Shoplifting Suspect Wanted on Drug, Theft Charges](https://scifisland.com/north-lawrence-shoplifting-suspect-wanted-on-drug-theft-charges/) - Police are searching for a man wanted for shoplifting and drug possession tied to an incident in North Lawrence.
- [Police Still Seeking Elvin Rosario for Wantagh Fatal Shooting](https://scifisland.com/police-still-seekin-elvin-rosario-for-wantagh-fatal-shooting/) - Police continue searching for Elvin Rosario in a 2024 Wantagh homicide. Reward offered for information leading to an arrest.
- [The Snapple Story: From Brooklyn Side Hustle to Long Island Icon](https://scifisland.com/the-snapple-story-from-brooklyn-side-hustle-to-long-island-icon/) - From a Brooklyn startup to a Long Island powerhouse, these surprising Snapple facts reveal how the brand grew, stumbled, and became iconic.
- [Police Seek Help in Center Moriches 7-Eleven Crash That Killed Pedestrian, Texas Man Behind Wheel](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-help-in-center-moriches-7-eleven-crash-that-killed-pedestrian-texas-man-behind-wheel/) - Suffolk police are seeking information after a 60-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed outside a Center Moriches 7-Eleven.
- [Man Wanted in Bellerose Terrace Strangulation Case, Nassau Police Say](https://scifisland.com/man-wanted-in-bellerose-terrace-strangulation-case-nassau-police-say/) - Nassau County police are searching for a 35-year-old man wanted in connection with a criminal obstruction of breathing case in Bellerose Terrace.
- [Police Seek Help in Miller Place Crash That Seriously Injured 18-Year-Old Motorcyclist](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-help-in-miller-place-crash-that-seriously-injured-18-year-old-motorcyclist/) - Police are seeking witnesses after an 18-year-old motorcyclist was seriously injured in a Miller Place crash involving a 23-year-old Miller Place woman.
- [Nassau Police Seek Man Wanted for Probation Violation in Glen Cove](https://scifisland.com/glen-cove-man-wanted-for-nassau-county-probation-violation-police-say/) - Nassau County police are searching for a 37-year-old man wanted for allegedly violating probation in connection with Glen Cove.
- [The History of the Long Island Expressway](https://scifisland.com/the-history-of-the-long-island-expressway/) - From 35 mph speed limits to plans for a second deck, these are some of the wildest facts about the history of the Long Island Expressway.
- [Roslyn Heights Burglary Attempt Leads to Arrest of Three Men, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/roslyn-heights-burglary-attempt-leads-to-arrest-of-three-men-police-say/) - Three men were arrested after police say suspects tried to break into an outdoor storage unit at a Roslyn Heights home.
- [Queens Man Wanted For Six Nassau Burglaries Also Wanted in Texas, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/queens-man-wanted-for-six-nassau-buglarieds-also-wanted-in-texas-police-say/) - Police say a Queens man charged in six Nassau burglaries was also wanted in Texas and is now facing removal proceedings.
- [Nassau THC Bust Ends in Arrest at Jericho Turnpike Shop](https://scifisland.com/nassau-thc-bust-ends-in-arrest-at-jericho-turnpike-shop/) - Nassau police arrested a woman after investigators said THC products were being sold at a Jericho Turnpike shop in Bellerose.
- [Valley Stream Spa Worker Turned Over to ICE After Prostitution Arrest, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/valley-stream-spa-workers-arrested-in-undercover-prostitution-investigation/) - A woman arrested in a Valley Stream prostitution investigation was turned over to ICE for removal proceedings, police said.
- [Manhasset Apple Store Heist: Feds Charge Three Men in $1.2 Million Armed Truck Hijacking](https://scifisland.com/manhasset-apple-store-heist-feds-charge-three-men-in-1-2-million-armed-truck-hijacking/) - Federal prosecutors say three men hijacked an Apple delivery truck at gunpoint outside Americana Manhasset and stole $1.2 million in products.
- [Miller Place Man Wanted For Over $57K in Unpaid Child Support](https://scifisland.com/miller-place-man-wanted-over-57k-in-unpaid-child-support/) - Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Anthony Boglino, who is wanted on a Family Court warrant tied to more than $57,000 in unpaid child support.
- [Selden Pedestrian Killed in Middle Country Road Crash; Police Seek Anyone With Information](https://scifisland.com/selden-pedestrian-killed-in-middle-country-road-crash-police-seek-anyone-with-information/) - A man was killed after being struck by an SUV on Middle Country Road in Selden Thursday night. Suffolk police are investigating.
- [Baldwin Woman Wanted for Nassau County Probation Violation, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/baldwin-woman-wanted-for-nassau-county-probation-violation-police-say/) - Nassau County Police are searching for a 48-year-old Baldwin woman wanted for violating probation. Authorities urge the public not to approach her.
- [When Long Beach Thought Casinos Could Save the City](https://scifisland.com/when-long-beach-thought-casinos-could-save-the-city/) - A historic Long Beach “casino” photo connects to a forgotten 1970s push to bring legalized gambling casinos to Long Island.
- [Lindenhurst Child Pornography Arrest Triggered by ICAC Tip, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/lindenhurst-child-pornography-arrest-triggered-by-icac-tip-police-say/) - A Lindenhurst man was arrested after an ICAC tip led Suffolk police to execute a search warrant and seize multiple cell phones.
- [Swedish National Gets 10 Years for Trying to Smuggle 10 Kilos of Cocaine Into Suffolk](https://scifisland.com/swedish-national-gets-10-years-for-trying-to-smuggle-10-kilos-of-cocaine-into-suffolk/) - Amanda Abrahamsson was sentenced to 10 years after admitting she acted as a courier for 10 kilos of cocaine shipped to Suffolk.
- [DA: Tragic and Preventable Deaths, Man Sentenced for Crash That Killed Two, Including His Sister](https://scifisland.com/da-tragic-and-preventable-deaths-man-sentenced-for-crash-that-killed-two-including-his-sister/) - A Queens man was sentenced Friday to up to 18 years in prison for a 2025 drugged driving crash on the Southern State Parkway that killed his sister and another passenger, according to the Nassau County District Attorney’s Office. Anne T. Donnelly announced that 20-year-old Jaden D’Souza received a sentence of 7 to 18 years
- [Wyandanch Flag Football Game Erupts Into Fight, Two Parents Arrested](https://scifisland.com/wyandanch-flag-football-game-erupts-into-fight-two-parents-arrested/) - Two Shirley parents were arrested after a fight at a Wyandanch high school flag football game, Suffolk police said.
- [Valley Stream Woman Caught Inside Parked Car, Fights Officers During Arrest, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/valley-stream-woman-caught-inside-parked-car-fights-officers-during-arrest-police-say/) - Police say a Coney Island woman was caught inside a parked vehicle in Valley Stream and fought officers during her arrest Friday morning.
- [Dix Hills Jeep Driver Ticketed After Crash Seriously Injures Tractor-Trailer Driver](https://scifisland.com/dix-hills-jeep-driver-ticketed-after-crash-seriously-injures-tractor-trailer-driver/) - A 16-year-old Jeep driver was issued summonses after a Dix Hills crash that seriously injured a tractor-trailer driver, police said.
- [Shoreham Crash Leaves Flushing Man Seriously Injured After Three-Vehicle Collision on Route 25A](https://scifisland.com/shoreham-crash-leaves-flushing-man-seriously-injured-after-three-vehicle-collision-on-route-25a/) - A Flushing man was seriously injured in a three-vehicle crash on Route 25A in Shoreham Saturday morning, Suffolk police said.
- [Gossip Gentleman’s Club Owner Cited During Multi-Agency Inspection in Melville](https://scifisland.com/gossip-gentlemans-club-owner-cited-during-multi-agency-inspection-in-melville/) - The owner of Gossip Gentleman’s Club in Melville was cited after a multi-agency inspection uncovered ABC law and fire code violations.
- [Lake Ronkonkoma TD Bank Robbed After Man Hands Teller Demand Note](https://scifisland.com/lake-ronkonkoma-td-bank-robbed-after-man-hands-teller-demand-note/) - Police say a man robbed the TD Bank on Portion Road in Lake Ronkonkoma after handing a teller a note demanding cash.
- [Holtsville 7-Eleven Robbery Suspects Wanted After Employee Punched](https://scifisland.com/holtsville-7-eleven-robbery-suspects-wanted-after-employee-punched/) - Police say two men stole merchandise from a Holtsville 7-Eleven and punched an employee who confronted them.
- [HurriCon Rocked East Rockaway For Charity on Saturday](https://scifisland.com/hurricon-rocked-east-rockaway-for-charity-on-saturday/) - HurriCon landed in East Rockaway at the Bethany Congregational Church on Saturday with a comic book show that featured artists, writers, and comic books galore. From 10am to 4pm people packed in, circulating through the hall as they picked up custom pins, collectables, stickers, toys, and comics both new and old. For a $5 donation
- [Long Island Horror Market Returns to Melville This May](https://scifisland.com/long-island-horror-market-returns-to-melville-this-may/) - The Long Island Horror Market returns to Melville on May 31 with horror collectibles, comics, vinyl, artists, toys, snacks, and more.
- [HurriCon Returns to East Rockaway This Saturday With Free Comics, Cosplay and Cool Collectibles](https://scifisland.com/hurricon-returns-to-east-rockaway-this-saturday-with-free-comics-cosplay-and-collectibles/) - HurriCon returns to East Rockaway on Saturday, May 9, 2026 with free comics, cosplay, collectibles, artists, raffles and more at Bethany Congregational Church.
- [Guide to Free Comic Book Day on Long Island, Saturday, May 2, 2026](https://scifisland.com/guide-to-free-comic-book-day-on-long-island-saturday-may-2-2026/) - Below we list all the spots you can go to across Long Island and what deals and special events they will be offering on Free Comic Book Day for 2026! Let us know where you plan to go and send us pics, comments and feedback here or on social media! Read our round-up of last
- [Undocumented Man Charged in Nassau Double Homicide After Killing Neighbor, Wendy’s Co-Worker Police Say](https://scifisland.com/undocumented-immigrant-charged-in-nassau-double-homicide-after-killing-neighbor-wendys-co-worker/) - A man is charged in a Nassau double homicide after police say he killed a neighbor and a Wendy’s co-worker hours apart.
- [West Babylon Man, 24, Arrested on Child Pornography Charges After Internet Crimes Against Children Tip](https://scifisland.com/west-babylon-man-24-arrested-on-child-pornography-charges-after-internet-crimes-against-children-tip/) - West Babylon man, 24, arrested after ICAC tip leads to child pornography charges following forensic investigation.
- [Grumman’s Long Island Legacy in Aviation, Space and Industry](https://scifisland.com/grummans-long-island-legacy-in-aviation-space-and-industry/) - A factual look at Grumman’s Long Island history, from its founders and WWII aircraft to the Lunar Module, F-14 Tomcat, mail trucks and Bethpage plume.
- [Woodmere Restaurant Thief Sought by Police For Stealing Jacket](https://scifisland.com/woodmere-restaurant-thief-sought-by-police-for-stealing-jacket/) - Police seek suspect accused of stealing a jacket from Munchy’s Grill and Bar in Woodmere. Crime Stoppers offers reward for tips.
- [Suffolk Traction Company Workers Laying Trolley Tracks on South Ocean Avenue, Patchogue, 1907](https://scifisland.com/suffolk-traction-company-workers-laying-trolley-tracks-on-south-ocean-avenue-patchogue-1907/) - A 1907 photograph shows Suffolk Traction Company workers laying trolley tracks on South Ocean Avenue in Patchogue, New York.
- [$1,904 in Merch Stolen From Valley Stream Macy’s, Suspect Sought](https://scifisland.com/1904-in-merch-stolen-from-valley-stream-macys-suspect-sought/) - Police seek suspect accused of stealing $1,904 in merchandise from Macy’s in Valley Stream. Anonymous tips accepted.
- [Axe Wielding Attacker Gets 22 Years, Long Beach Incident Left Victim Gravely Injured](https://scifisland.com/axe-wielding-attacker-gets-22-years-long-beach-incident-left-victim-gravely-injured/) - Long Beach man sentenced to 22 years for ax attack on former coworker that left victim with life-threatening injuries.
- [Westbury Burglary: $50K in Clothing, $3K Cash Stolen After Suspects Force Entry](https://scifisland.com/westbury-burglary-50k-in-clothing-3k-cash-stolen-after-suspects-force-entry/) - Police seek three suspects in a Westbury burglary where $50K in clothing and $3K cash were stolen from a store on Old Country Road.
- [Oceanside Nike Store Theft, Suspect Wanted in Grand Larceny Case](https://scifisland.com/nike-theft-at-oceanside-store-suspect-wanted-in-grand-larceny-case/) - Police seek help identifying a suspect in a grand larceny theft at a Nike store in Oceanside on March 21, 2026.
- [Two Women Stabbed to Death in Island Park and Valley Stream, Suspect in Custody](https://scifisland.com/two-women-stabbed-to-death-in-island-park-and-valley-stream-suspect-in-custody/) - Two women were fatally stabbed in Island Park and Valley Stream. Police say one suspect is in custody and the cases are connected.
- [Syosset $7,200 Rental Scam: Person Posed as Agent, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/syosset-7200-rental-scam-person-posed-as-agent-police-say/) - Police seek a person accused of posing as a real estate agent and stealing $7,200 in a Syosset rental scam.
- [Police: In New Cassel SUV Arson Case, A Hempstead Man Has Been Arrested](https://scifisland.com/police-in-new-cassel-suv-arson-case-a-hempstead-man-has-been-arrested/) - A Hempstead man is charged with arson after allegedly using an accelerant to set an SUV on fire in New Cassel. No injuries reported.
- [Elmont Man Wanted for Arson After Setting Fire Inside Home, Missing Court](https://scifisland.com/elmont-man-wanted-for-arson-after-setting-fire-inside-home-missing-court/) - Police say Supreet Mangat set a fire inside an Elmont home and is now wanted after failing to appear in court.
- [Fugitive Wanted in Suffolk on Child Neglect Warrant, Additional Charges](https://scifisland.com/fugitive-wanted-in-suffolk-on-child-neglect-warrant-additional-charges/) - Suffolk County Sheriff seeks Ever Licona-Aguilar, wanted on a Family Court warrant and additional charges. Authorities ask for public assistance.
- [Bay Shore Crash Kills Pedestrian, Driver Indicted for Leaving Scene](https://scifisland.com/bay-shore-crash-kills-pedestrian-driver-indicted-for-leaving-scene/) - North Bellport man indicted for leaving scene of Bay Shore crash that killed a pedestrian. Prosecutors say he later returned and was arrested.
- [History Photo: Mill Neck Scene from 1902 Shows House, Stream and Footbridge](https://scifisland.com/history-photo-mill-neck-scene-from-1902-shows-house-stream-and-footbridge/) - A 1902 photograph shows a house on Indian Field in Mill Neck, including a stream, footbridge, and references to Cox’s Dam.
- [Man Cuts Locks, Steals Donation Money from Manorville Shrine Over Multiple Nights, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/man-cuts-locks-steals-donation-money-from-manorville-shrine-over-multiple-nights-police-say/) - Police say a man repeatedly cut locks and stole money from donation boxes at a Manorville shrine. Crime Stoppers is offering a reward.
- [Crypto Platform to Pay $5M for Promoting Fraudulent Investment Scheme That Cost Investors Millions](https://scifisland.com/crypto-platform-to-pay-5m-for-promoting-fraudulent-investment-scheme-that-cost-investors-millions/) - Uphold will pay $5 million after promoting a fraudulent crypto investment that caused investors to lose millions when Cred collapsed.
- [Second Victim Comes Forward, Selden Spa Worker Arrested Again for Forcible Touching](https://scifisland.com/second-victim-comes-forward-selden-spa-worker-arrested-again-for-forcible-touching/) - A Selden spa employee was arrested again after a second woman reported forcible touching during a massage, police said.
- [MS-13 Members Sentenced to 12 Years for Machete Attacks in Hempstead Park, Uniondale Laundromat](https://scifisland.com/ms-13-members-sentenced-to-12-years-for-machete-attacks-in-hempstead-park-uniondale-laundromat/) - Two MS-13 members sentenced to 12 years for machete and knife attacks in Hempstead park and Uniondale laundromat that injured eight victims.
- [Glen Head Doctor, Son Charged in Illegal Prescription Scheme for Opioids, Adderall, Xanax](https://scifisland.com/glen-head-doctor-son-charged-in-illegal-prescription-scheme-for-opioids-adderall-xanax/) - A Glen Head doctor and his son are charged with illegally selling prescriptions for opioids, Adderall, and Xanax without medical exams.
- [Patchogue Man Indicted for Attempted Murder After Stabbing Ex-Girlfriend’s Son Multiple Times](https://scifisland.com/patchogue-man-indicted-for-attempted-murder-after-stabbing-ex-girlfriends-son-multiple-times/) - Patchogue man accused of breaking into home and stabbing ex-girlfriend’s son multiple times faces attempted murder and burglary charges.
- [Woman Steals $19K in Silver Bars And Coins From FedEx With Fake ID, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/woman-steals-19k-in-silver-bars-and-coins-from-fedex-with-fake-id-police-say/) - Police seek woman who used fake ID to steal $19,000 in silver bars and coins from a Melville FedEx facility. Tips can be submitted anonymously.
- [Guatemalan Accused of Selling THC gummies to Students Caught at Canada Border After Release Without Bail](https://scifisland.com/guatemalan-accused-of-selling-thc-gummies-to-students-caught-at-canada-border-after-release-without-bail/) - Man accused in THC gummy case that hospitalized 12 students was caught near Canadian border after release without bail and returned to Suffolk.
- [Man Stabbed During Work Dispute at Woodmere Job Site](https://scifisland.com/man-stabbed-during-work-dispute-at-woodmere-job-site/) - A Rosedale man is charged after allegedly stabbing a co-worker during an argument at a Woodmere job site. Victim hospitalized in stable condition.
- [Shoplifting Suspect Becomes Combative During Arrest at Victoria’s Secret in Roosevelt Field Mall](https://scifisland.com/shoplifting-suspect-becomes-combative-during-arrest-at-victorias-secret-in-roosevelt-field-mall/) - Woman charged after shoplifting incident turns violent, injuring officer at Victoria’s Secret in Roosevelt Field Mall.
- [Farmingville Man Sentenced to 15–21 Years for Sex Trafficking Scheme](https://scifisland.com/farmingville-man-sentenced-to-15-21-years-for-sex-trafficking-scheme/) - Farmingville man sentenced to 15–21 years for sex trafficking, using drugs, threats, and violence to exploit victim.
- [Pop Con Returns to Patchogue Library With Cosplay, Gaming and Voice Actor Guests](https://scifisland.com/pop-con-returns-to-patchogue-library-with-cosplay-gaming-and-voice-actor-guests/) - Patchogue-Medford Library hosts free Pop Con May 30 with cosplay, gaming, panels, voice actors, and more fandom fun.
- [Ultimate Guide to Comic Book Stores on Long Island](https://scifisland.com/ultimate-2025-guide-to-comic-book-stores-on-long-island/) - Across Long Island, independent comic book stores continue to thrive as vibrant community hubs. Step inside these local gems and you’ll find yourself flipping through the latest issues, engaging in lively chats with fellow fans, and picking up insider tips from knowledgeable owners and dedicated collectors. Every so often, you might even catch a meet-and-greet
- [After High-Speed Chase, Armed Yaphank Gas Station Robber With Prior Felony Convicted, Faces 25 to Life](https://scifisland.com/after-high-speed-chase-armed-yaphank-gas-station-robber-with-prior-felony-convicted-faces-25-to-life/) - Ridge man convicted in armed Yaphank gas station robbery and police chase faces up to 25 years to life at sentencing.
- [Mastic Man Sentenced to 15½ Years for Gunpoint Robbery Spree, Poker Game Shooting](https://scifisland.com/mastic-man-sentenced-to-15½-years-for-gunpoint-robbery-spree-poker-game-shooting/) - Mastic man sentenced to 15½ years for four gunpoint robberies across Long Island and a Sayville poker game shooting.
- [Bay Shore Woman Sentenced to Life Without Parole in Killing Over Parking Dispute](https://scifisland.com/bay-shore-woman-sentenced-to-life-without-parole-in-killing-over-parking-dispute/) - A Bay Shore woman was sentenced to life without parole for ordering the kidnapping and murder of a man after a parking dispute.
- [Central Islip Man Pleads Guilty to Attempted Murder for Stabbing, Strangling Wife](https://scifisland.com/central-islip-man-pleads-guilty-to-attempted-murder-for-stabbing-strangling-wife/) - Central Islip man pleads guilty to attempted murder after stabbing and strangling his wife. Faces up to 25 years at sentencing.
- [Selden Theft Suspect Sought After $900 Suitcases Stolen From Target](https://scifisland.com/selden-theft-suspect-sought-after-900-suitcases-stolen-from-target/) - Police seek a man accused of stealing $900 in suitcases from a Selden Target. Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information.
- [Hauppauge Man Indicted in Fatal Fentanyl Sale, Allegedly Sold 999 Pills to Undercover Officer](https://scifisland.com/hauppauge-man-indicted-in-fentanyl-death-of-mastic-victim-nearly-1000-pills-sold-to-undercover/) - A 72-year-old Hauppauge man is charged in a fentanyl sale tied to a Mastic man’s overdose death and alleged large-scale pill sales.
- [Elwood Man Still Missing Weeks After Disappearance, Police Renew Search for Joseph Competiello](https://scifisland.com/elwood-man-still-missing-weeks-after-disappearance-police-renew-search-for-joseph-competiello/) - Joseph Competiello, 55, remains missing weeks after vanishing from his Elwood home. Police are asking for the public’s help.
- [History: Roslyn Grist Mill A 300 Year Long Island Landmark](https://scifisland.com/history-roslyn-grist-mill-a-300-year-long-island-landmark/) - The Roslyn Grist Mill dates to 1698 and has served as a working mill, Underground Railroad site, museum and restoration project.
- [Stony Brook University Student Arrested for Selling Meth, Ketamine from Dorm Room](https://scifisland.com/stony-brook-university-student-arrested-for-selling-meth-ketamine-from-dorm-room/) - A 20-year-old Stony Brook University student is accused of selling meth and ketamine from a campus dorm room, police said.
- [LI TCG Show Returns to Nassau Coliseum With Tournaments, Voice Actors, and Must-See Moments](https://scifisland.com/li-tcg-show-returns-to-nassau-coliseum-with-tournaments-voice-actors-and-must-see-moments/) - The Long Island TCG Show returns May 2-3 at Nassau Coliseum with tournaments, cosplay, celebrity guests, and more. Here’s what to look for.
- [Port Jefferson Station Homicide: Police Renew Call for Tips in 2023 Killing of Homeless Woman](https://scifisland.com/port-jefferson-station-homicide-police-renew-call-for-tips-in-2023-killing-of-homeless-woman/) - Suffolk police seek tips in the 2023 murder of Lori Dimuccio, found dead at a former Lawrence Aviation site in Port Jefferson Station.
- [NYPD Det. Jonathan Diller’s Killer Sentenced to 115 Years to Life in Queens Shooting](https://scifisland.com/nypd-det-jonathan-dillers-killer-sentenced-to-115-years-to-life-in-queens-shooting/) - Man convicted in the fatal shooting of an NYPD Det Jonathan Diller during a Queens traffic stop is sentenced to 115 years to life in prison.
- [The Original Madison Square Garden Looked Nothing Like Today’s](https://scifisland.com/the-original-madison-square-garden-looked-nothing-like-todays/) - Historic photo of Madison Square Garden built in 1890, designed by Stanford White, from NYPL archives.
- [Jam Master Jay Murder Case: Accomplice Jay Bryant Pleads Guilty After 23 Years](https://scifisland.com/jam-master-jay-murder-case-accomplice-jay-bryant-pleads-guilty-after-23-years/) - Jay Bryant pleaded guilty in the 2002 murder of Run-DMC’s Jam Master Jay in Queens. He faces 15 to 20 years in prison.
- [Police Renew Appeal in Unsolved Killing of West Babylon Man Found Off Southern State Parkway](https://scifisland.com/police-renew-appeal-in-unsolved-killing-of-west-babylon-man-found-off-southern-state-parkway/) - Police highlight the 2023 homicide of Isaiah Henriquez as an unsolved case, urging the public to come forward with information.
- [History: A Young Montauk Indian Boy Poses With Automobile, 1910](https://scifisland.com/history-a-young-montauk-indian-boy-poses-with-automobile-1910/) - A 1910 photograph shows 15-year-old Montauk Indian Norris Herbert Fowler seated at the wheel of an early automobile, with details from original notes.
- [Update: Selden Spa Employee Arrested for Forcibly Touching Woman During Massage](https://scifisland.com/selden-spa-employee-arrested-for-forcibly-touching-woman-during-massage/) - Selden spa employee arrested after allegedly forcibly touching a woman during a massage. Police seek additional victims.
- [Suffolk Sheriffs Roll Out Futuristic GPS Dart Tech To Track Fleeing Drivers](https://scifisland.com/suffolk-sheriffs-roll-out-futuristic-gps-dart-tech-to-track-fleeing-drivers/) - Suffolk sheriff’s deputies now use GPS dart technology to track fleeing vehicles without dangerous high-speed pursuits.
- [Historic Photo Records Split Boulder and Nearby Cabin in Wading River](https://scifisland.com/historic-photo-records-split-boulder-and-nearby-cabin-in-wading-river/) - Archival photo documents Split Boulder in Wading River and notes a nearby cabin along a brook with a spring.
- [School Bus Driver Pleads Guilty to Assaulting a Minor, Gets 16 Year Sentence](https://scifisland.com/school-bus-driver-pleads-guilty-to-assaulting-a-minor-gets-16-year-sentence/) - Miguel Enrique Diaz, 49, of Bay Shore, was sentenced to 16 years in prison after pleading guilty in March for assaulting an underaged girl.
- [Rockville Centre Man Arrested After Crime Spree Including Bank Robberies, BMW Theft](https://scifisland.com/rockville-centre-man-arrested-after-crime-spree-including-bank-robberies-bmw-theft/) - Rockville Centre man charged after bank robbery, attempted robbery, and stolen BMW incidents across Nassau County.
- [East Hills Home Invasion Turns Violent, Woman Pushed Down Stairs, Man Arrested](https://scifisland.com/east-hills-home-invasion-turns-violent-woman-pushed-down-stairs-man-arrested/) - A Long Beach man was arrested after allegedly breaking into a home in East Hills, assaulting a woman, and violating an order of protection.
- [Rocky Point Jewelry Theft, Three Arrested After Stealing Gold Chains From R&S Diamond Exchange](https://scifisland.com/rocky-point-jewelry-theft-three-arrested-after-stealing-gold-chains-from-rs-diamond-exchange/) - Three people arrested after stealing gold chains from a Rocky Point jewelry store. Suspects face grand larceny charges.
- [Suffolk Police Crack Down on E-Bikes With Helmet Rules, Impound Threats](https://scifisland.com/suffolk-police-crack-down-on-e-bikes-with-helmet-rules-impound-threats/) - Suffolk police are enforcing new e-bike and e-scooter laws requiring helmets, banning sidewalk riding and allowing impounds.
- [History: 1953 Photo Shows Anti-Semitic Graffiti at Valley Stream Synagogue Site](https://scifisland.com/history-1953-photo-shows-anti-semitic-graffiti-at-valley-stream-synagogue-site/) - An archival photo shows anti-Semitic graffiti on a synagogue sign under construction in Valley Stream in 1953.
- [The Story Behind Montauk’s Stone Church on Montauk Highway](https://scifisland.com/the-story-behind-montauks-stone-church-on-montauk-highway/) - Montauk Community Church was built in 1928 in just three months using local labor, donated materials, and land from Carl Fisher.
- [History: What a Port Washington Fair Looked Like in 1900](https://scifisland.com/history-what-a-port-washington-fair-looked-like-in-1900/) - A 1900 photograph shows a picnic fair tent and benches in Port Washington, offering a documented glimpse of early Long Island gatherings.
- [History: Old Photo Shows a Type of Building Long Islanders Don’t See Anymore](https://scifisland.com/history-old-photo-shows-a-type-of-building-long-islanders-dont-see-anymore/) - A historical photo shows an ice house in Cold Spring Harbor, offering a glimpse into a now-vanished part of Long Island life.
- [Shoreham Nuclear Power Plant's $5.5 Billion Folly, A Long Island Legacy](https://scifisland.com/shoreham-nuclear-power-plants-5-5-billion-folly-a-long-island-legacy/) - The Shoreham Nuclear Power Plant cost $5.5B, sparked protests, and never powered Long Island. Here’s how it became a historic failure.
- [Manorville Man Accused of Causing $416K in Damage After Driving Vehicle Across Golf Course](https://scifisland.com/manorville-man-charged-after-416k-damage-to-pine-hills-golf-course/) - Manorville man accused of causing $416,500 in damage to Pine Hills Golf Club in two 2025 incidents is facing felony charges.
- [Fire Island Blaze Sends Emergency Crews Racing to Scene as Flames Spread Near Homes](https://scifisland.com/fire-island-blaze-captured-in-dramatic-response-photos/) - Shed fire in Ocean Beach on Fire Island prompts marine response. Officers treated for smoke inhalation.
- [Unlicensed Dentist Accused of Murder-for-Hire Plot to Silence Patient’s Son](https://scifisland.com/unlicensed-dentist-accused-of-murder-for-hire-plot-to-silence-patients-son/) - Three indicted in Huntington Station murder-for-hire plot tied to unlicensed dental practice and fatal 2022 shooting of 23-year-old.
- [Bellport Man Convicted of Bat Attack on Sober House Resident](https://scifisland.com/bellport-man-convicted-of-bat-attack-on-sober-house-resident/) - Bellport man convicted of assault after striking sober house resident with a metal bat. Faces up to 7 years in prison at sentencing.
- [Northport Senior Scammed Out of $30K as Suspects Charged, Funds Recovered](https://scifisland.com/northport-senior-scammed-out-of-30k-as-suspects-charged-funds-recovered/) - An 85-year-old Northport woman lost $30K in a scam. Investigators tracked the money to Georgia and recovered it. Two men face charges.
- [Oceanside Woman Indicted After Drunk Wrong-Way Crash Killed Elderly Pastor Couple on Southern State](https://scifisland.com/oceanside-woman-indicted-after-drunk-wrong-way-crash-killed-elderly-pastor-couple-on-southern-state/) - Oceanside woman accused of driving drunk at 81 mph, jumping guardrail and killing pastor couple in Southern State crash.
- [Deer Park Woman Convicted of Throwing Explosive Device That Blew Off Boyfriend’s Hand](https://scifisland.com/deer-park-woman-convicted-of-throwing-explosive-device-that-blew-off-boyfriends-hand/) - A Deer Park woman was convicted after throwing an explosive device into her boyfriend’s bedroom, causing him to lose his hand.
- [Riverhead, Manorville Man Wanted on Child Support Warrant, Sheriff Says](https://scifisland.com/riverhead-manorville-man-wanted-on-child-support-warrant-sheriff-says/) - Suffolk County Sheriff seeks Dylan Gilks on a Family Court warrant for failure to pay child support. Tips can be submitted anonymously.
- [Update: Copiague Hit-and-Run Kills Man, Driver Arrested After Vehicle Found](https://scifisland.com/copiague-hit-and-run-kills-man-suspect-vehicle-found-driver-still-on-the-loose/) - A 19-year-old Copiague man was arrested in a fatal hit-and-run. Police say the victim was killed on Vespucci Avenue and remains unidentified.
- [Hempstead Mother Indicted for Attempted Murder After Toddler Slammed Into Wall](https://scifisland.com/hempstead-mother-indicted-for-attempted-murder-after-toddler-slammed-into-wall/) - A Hempstead mother is indicted for attempted murder after allegedly slamming her 21-month-old into a wall, causing skull fractures.
- [Babylon Man Indicted in Fatal Freeport Hit-and-Run That Killed 66-Year-Old](https://scifisland.com/babylon-man-indicted-in-fatal-freeport-hit-and-run-that-killed-66-year-old/) - Babylon man indicted after fatal Freeport hit-and-run that killed a 66-year-old pedestrian. Prosecutors say he fled the scene and later the state.
- [The United Nations Once Ran the World From long Island](https://scifisland.com/the-united-nations-once-ran-the-world-from-long-island/) - Before NYC, the UN was headquartered in Lake Success, hosting global meetings on Long Island from 1946 to 1947.
- [Nassau Police Seek 2 Men in $8,900 TD Bank Identity Theft Case](https://scifisland.com/nassau-police-seek-2-men-in-8900-td-bank-identity-theft-case/) - Nassau police say two men withdrew $8,900 from a victim’s account at TD Bank locations in Great Neck, Roslyn Heights and Glen Head.
- [These Long Island Towns Had Completely Different Names](https://scifisland.com/these-long-island-towns-had-completely-different-names/) - Discover the surprising original names of Long Island towns—and the strange reasons they changed over time. Some might shock you.
- [1962 Photo Shows Robert Moses at the Completion of the Fire Island Inlet Bridge](https://scifisland.com/1962-photo-shows-robert-moses-at-the-completion-of-the-fire-island-inlet-bridge/) - A 1962 photo captures Robert Moses at the completion of the Fire Island Inlet Bridge, a key moment in Long Island infrastructure history.
- [1931 Photo Shows a Four-Year-Old Girl Working a Potato Field in Hicksville](https://scifisland.com/1931-photo-shows-a-four-year-old-girl-working-a-potato-field-in-hicksville/) - A 1931 photo from Hicksville shows a four-year-old helping harvest potatoes, documenting child labor on Long Island farms.
- [LI Teen’s Swastika Graffiti Leads Cops to Explosives Cache at Family Home in Syosset](https://scifisland.com/li-teens-swastika-graffiti-leads-cops-to-explosives-cache-at-family-home-in-syosset/) - Syosset father and 15-year-old charged after explosives discovered during probe into swastika graffiti at high school.
- [Hempstead Spa Bust Leads to ICE Custody for 4 in Prostitution Case](https://scifisland.com/hempstead-spa-bust-leads-to-ice-custody-for-4-in-prostitution-case/) - Four arrested in Hempstead spa prostitution probe, then taken into ICE custody. Charges include prostitution and unauthorized practice.
- [History: Haunting Old View of Montauk Point on Long Island](https://scifisland.com/a-haunting-old-view-of-montauk-point-on-long-island/) - A vintage photo titled Down at Montauk Point captures a quieter, older view of one of Long Island’s most iconic places.
- [History: The Hidden Story of Montauk Manor on Signal Hill](https://scifisland.com/the-hidden-history-behind-montauk-manor-on-signal-hill/) - Montauk Manor was meant to anchor a massive 10,000-acre resort dream. Here’s what was built, what was lost, and what still lingers today.
- [From Mount Misery to Pirate’s Cove: The Real Story Behind This Port Jefferson Spot](https://scifisland.com/from-mount-misery-to-pirates-cove-the-real-story-behind-this-port-jefferson-spot/) - Pirate’s Cove in Port Jefferson was once Mount Misery before being excavated for sand used in New York City construction. Here’s the full history.
- [Hempstead Gang Takedown Nets 5 Arrests as Countywide Sweep Hits 35](https://scifisland.com/hempstead-gang-takedown-nets-5-arrests-as-countywide-sweep-hits-35/) - Five arrested in Hempstead gang raid as Nassau police announce 35 arrests, including alleged Bloods, Crips and MS-13 members.
- [Suffolk Police Seek Two Women Accused of Stealing Cooler From Commack Home Goods](https://scifisland.com/commack-police-seek-two-women-accused-of-stealing-cooler-from-home-goods/) - Suffolk police are seeking two women accused of stealing a cooler from a Commack Home Goods in December. Crime Stoppers is offering a reward.
- [The Weirdest True Stories Hiding in Plain Sight on Long Island](https://scifisland.com/the-weirdest-true-stories-hiding-in-plain-sight-on-long-island/) - From a king’s abandoned mansion to a racetrack that lasted 113 days, these bizarre Long Island stories are real and hiding in plain sight.
- [The F-14 Tomcat: How Long Island Built One of America’s Most Iconic Fighter Jets](https://scifisland.com/the-f-14-tomcat-how-long-island-built-one-of-americas-most-iconic-fighter-jets/) - From Calverton test flights to Top Gun fame, these crazy facts reveal Long Island’s deep connection to the iconic F-14 Tomcat.
- [The Giant Weapons Hidden Beneath Camp Hero That Changed Long Island History](https://scifisland.com/the-giant-weapons-hidden-beneath-camp-hero-that-changed-long-island-history/) - Discover the massive 16-inch guns hidden at Camp Hero in Montauk during WWII, their underground tunnels, and the role they played in coastal defense.
- [Wetson’s Was Long Island’s First Fast Food Chain Then It Disappeared](https://scifisland.com/wetsons-was-long-islands-first-fast-food-chain-then-it-disappeared/) - Wetson’s started in Levittown before McDonald’s hit Long Island. Here’s how it grew fast and quietly disappeared.
- [History: This 1913 Photo From Blue Point Proves Long Island Traffic Isn’t New](https://scifisland.com/history-this-1913-photo-from-blue-point-proves-long-island-traffic-isnt-new/) - A 1913 photo from Blue Point shows a surprising Long Island traffic jam involving a trolley, horses, and pedestrians.
- [This 1972 Long Island Roller Rink Sign Says a Lot About the Times](https://scifisland.com/this-1972-long-island-roller-rink-sign-says-a-lot-about-the-times/) - A 1972 Levittown roller rink sign reveals strict dress codes, cheap prices, and a glimpse into Long Island’s past.
- [Centereach Man Indicted in DWI Crash That Left DOT Worker with Traumatic Brain Injury](https://scifisland.com/centereach-man-indicted-in-dwi-crash-that-left-dot-worker-with-traumatic-brain-injury/) - Centereach man indicted after alleged drunk driving crash on LIE seriously injured DOT worker. Faces up to 15 years if convicted.
- [A Look Back at Rocky Point’s Long-Gone Drive-In Theater](https://scifisland.com/a-look-back-at-rocky-points-long-gone-drive-in-theater/) - The Rocky Point Drive-In opened in 1961 with space for 750 cars and closed in 1988. A look back at this Long Island movie landmark.
- [Former Jericho PTA Treasurer Accused of Stealing Over $50K in School Funds](https://scifisland.com/former-jericho-pta-treasurer-accused-of-stealing-over-50k-in-school-funds/) - A Centereach woman is accused of stealing more than $50,000 from a Jericho school PTA. She faces up to 15 years if convicted.
- [Roe Tavern - The Setauket Tavern Where George Washington Left a Very 1790 Review](https://scifisland.com/roe-tavern-the-setauket-tavern-where-george-washington-left-a-very-1790-review/) - George Washington stopped at Roe Tavern in Setauket in 1790. Here’s what his diary says, what local tradition adds, and why it still matters.
- [Hempstead Man Pleads Guilty in Wrong-Way LIE Crash That Seriously Injured Driver](https://scifisland.com/hempstead-man-pleads-guilty-in-wrong-way-lie-crash-that-seriously-injured-driver/) - Hempstead man pleads guilty after driving wrong way on LIE in Roslyn while intoxicated, causing crash that seriously injured another driver.
- [Woman Wanted for $538 Shoplifting Theft at Riverhead Marshalls](https://scifisland.com/woman-wanted-for-538-shoplifting-theft-at-riverhead-marshalls/) - Police seek a woman accused of stealing $538 in merchandise from a Riverhead Marshalls in March. Tips can be submitted anonymously.
- [Pair Accused of Stealing $370 in Clothing From Riverhead Marshalls](https://scifisland.com/pair-accused-of-stealing-370-in-clothing-from-riverhead-marshalls/) - Police seek two suspects accused of stealing $370 in clothing from a Riverhead Marshalls. Tips can be submitted anonymously.
- [Man Wanted for Stealing $199 Milwaukee Battery From Coram Home Depot](https://scifisland.com/man-wanted-for-stealing-199-milwaukee-battery-from-coram-home-depot/) - Police are searching for a man who stole a $199 Milwaukee battery from a Coram Home Depot on April 15.
- [Nassau Police Seek Man Wanted for Felony Assault in Port Washington](https://scifisland.com/nassau-police-seek-man-wanted-for-felony-assault-in-port-washington/) - Nassau police are searching for Elraheem Spears, 49, wanted for a felony assault involving a social service employee in Port Washington.
- [Gang Members Sentenced for Armed Carjackings Across Long Island and Queens](https://scifisland.com/gang-members-sentenced-for-armed-carjackings-across-long-island-and-queens/) - Two gang members sentenced to prison for armed carjackings across Long Island and Queens, including violent incidents in Garden City and Elmont.
- [Before Viral Ads, This Uniondale Native Became Famous for Talking Faster Than Anyone Alive](https://scifisland.com/before-viral-ads-this-uniondale-native-became-famous-for-talking-faster-than-anyone-alive/) - Uniondale native John Moschitta Jr. became the world’s fastest talker and a legendary 1980s pitchman.
- [The Song Cut in Yaphank That Became an American Anthem: God Bless America Was Written on Long Island](https://scifisland.com/the-song-cut-in-yaphank-that-became-an-american-anthem-god-bless-america-was-written-on-long-island/) - Irving Berlin wrote God Bless America while stationed at Camp Upton in Yaphank and nearly scrapped it before it became iconic.
- [Thirsty Thieves Wanted as Two Women Sought For South Setauket Hydro Heist](https://scifisland.com/thirsty-thieves-wanted-as-two-women-sought-for-south-setauket-hydro-heist/) - Police are searching for two women accused of stealing Hydro Flasks from a Centereach Target. Crime Stoppers is offering a reward.
- [History in Pics: Long Island’s 1961 Plasma Engine That Aimed for the Planets](https://scifisland.com/history-in-pics-long-islands-1961-plasma-engine-that-aimed-for-the-planets/) - A 1961 test in Farmingdale explored plasma propulsion for space travel, decades ahead of its time on Long Island.
- [Gotti Grandson Gets Prison in $1.1M COVID Relief Fraud Case](https://scifisland.com/gotti-grandson-gets-prison-in-1-1m-covid-relief-fraud-case/) - Grandson of mob boss John Gotti sentenced to prison after $1.1M COVID loan fraud scheme involving false applications and crypto investment.
- [BREAKING: Man Shot and Killed in Huntington Station, Police Investigating](https://scifisland.com/reports-of-man-shot-near-huntington-station-lirr-prompt-police-response-train-delays/) - Police say a man was shot and killed behind a deli in Huntington Station. Homicide detectives are investigating the April 20 incident.
- [West Hempstead Man Wanted on Assault Charge After Failing to Appear](https://scifisland.com/west-hempstead-man-wanted-on-assault-charge-after-failing-to-appear/) - Nassau County Crime Stoppers is seeking Josmin Alvaro Lopez, 27, who is wanted on a third-degree assault charge tied to a West Hempstead case.
- [Malverne Woman Wanted for Nassau Parole Violation](https://scifisland.com/malverne-woman-wanted-for-nassau-parole-violation/) - Police are searching for a 31-year-old Malverne woman wanted for violating Nassau County parole. Tips can be submitted anonymously.
- [Suffolk Sheriff Seeks Lorenzo Mercado on Child Support Warrant](https://scifisland.com/suffolk-sheriff-seeks-lorenzo-mercado-on-child-support-warrant/) - The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office is seeking Lorenzo W. Mercado, who is wanted on a child support-related warrant and other town violations.
- [Levittown Man Wanted on Charge of Endangering a Child](https://scifisland.com/levittown-man-wanted-on-charge-of-endangering-a-child/) - Nassau County Crime Stoppers is seeking the public’s help in locating Noe Lazaro, who is wanted in connection with a Levittown case.
- [North Hills Woman Wanted for Nassau County Probation Violation](https://scifisland.com/north-hills-woman-wanted-for-nassau-county-probation-violation/) - Nassau County police are asking for the public’s help finding a 33-year-old North Hills woman wanted for violating probation.
- [$9,500, Phones Stolen in Valley Stream Realty Office Burglary](https://scifisland.com/9500-phones-stolen-in-valley-stream-realty-office-burglary/) - Burglary at Valley Stream realty office nets $9,500 and electronics. Suspect in black hoodie fled. Police seek tips.
- [This 1908 Shipwreck Off Jones Beach That Turned the Shoreline Into a Firestorm](https://scifisland.com/this-1908-shipwreck-off-jones-beach-that-turned-the-shoreline-into-a-firestorm/) - A 1908 shipwreck off Jones Beach left a massive oil spill, a failed rescue, and a fiery ending that stunned Long Islanders.
- [Police Seek Woman Accused of Stealing $900 in Merchandise from Three Suffolk Target Stores](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-woman-accused-of-stealing-900-in-merchandise-from-three-suffolk-target-stores/) - Police say a woman stole $900 in merchandise from three Target stores in Medford, Selden, and Central Islip in one day.
- [Centereach Teen, 15, Missing Since April 5; Police Say He May Be in Manhattan](https://scifisland.com/centereach-teen-15-missing-since-april-5-police-say-he-may-be-in-manhattan/) - Police are searching for a missing 15-year-old Centereach teen last seen April 5 in Ronkonkoma. He may have traveled to Manhattan.
- [Knife-Wielding Pair Accused of Robbing West Hempstead Restaurant After Dinner](https://scifisland.com/knife-wielding-pair-accused-of-robbing-west-hempstead-restaurant-after-dinner/) - Two people are accused of stealing tableware and threatening workers with a knife at a West Hempstead restaurant. Both face robbery charges.
- [Mom, Daughter Busted After Macy’s Theft Turns Violent, Worker Injured in Manhasset](https://scifisland.com/mom-daughter-busted-after-macys-theft-turns-violent-worker-injured-in-manhasset/) - Queens mother and daughter arrested after alleged Macy’s theft in Manhasset turned violent, leaving a worker injured.
- [Valley Stream Man Accused of Swerving at Women in Park, Head-Butting Officer During Arrest](https://scifisland.com/valley-stream-man-accused-of-swerving-at-women-in-park-head-butting-officer-during-arrest/) - Police say a Valley Stream man swerved at women in a park, carried a switchblade, and head-butted an officer during his arrest.
- [Coram Teen Quacere Hagans, 15, Identified as Victim in Fatal East Meadow Park Shooting](https://scifisland.com/coram-teen-quacere-hagans-15-identified-as-victim-in-fatal-east-meadow-park-shooting/) - Police identified 15-year-old Quacere Hagans of Coram as the victim in a fatal Eisenhower Park shooting. Two others remain in critical condition.
- [Fugitive Wanted on Child Neglect Warrant Has Long Island and Brooklyn Ties](https://scifisland.com/fugitive-wanted-on-child-neglect-warrant-has-long-island-and-brooklyn-ties/) - Authorities are searching for Fred Coleman, wanted on a child abuse and neglect warrant with ties to Long Beach, Wyandanch, and Brooklyn.
- [Game Over! Game On Retro Arcade Leaving Smith Haven Mall After Rent Dispute, Bigger Location on the Way](https://scifisland.com/game-on-retro-arcade-leaving-smith-haven-mall-after-rent-dispute-bigger-location-on-the-way/) - Game On Retro Arcade is closing its Smith Haven Mall location after a rent dispute, but a much larger 28,000-square-foot venue is already in the works.
- [These Side-by-Side Photos of Montauk Point Change How You See It](https://scifisland.com/these-side-by-side-photos-of-montauk-point-change-how-you-see-it/) - Side-by-side photos of Montauk Point Lighthouse reveal dramatic coastal change and the effort that helped save it.
- [Suffolk Corrections Officer Charged With Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material](https://scifisland.com/suffolk-corrections-officer-charged-with-possessing-child-sexual-abuse-material/) - A Suffolk corrections officer from Ridge was charged after prosecutors said child sexual abuse material was found on his phone.
- [Bay Shore Man Sentenced to 25 Years to Life for Killing Housemate](https://scifisland.com/bay-shore-man-sentenced-to-25-years-to-life-for-killing-housemate/) - A Bay Shore man was sentenced to 25 years to life for fatally shooting his housemate in April 2025. He was captured in Miami after fleeing.
- [Brentwood Restaurant Raid Leads to Gun, Drug Indictment](https://scifisland.com/brentwood-restaurant-raid-leads-to-gun-drug-indictment/) - A Brentwood man was indicted after police say he had an unserialized gun and cocaine during a restaurant inspection raid.
- [Bayport Man Indicted After National Center for Missing & Exploited Children Tip Leads to Child Exploitation Charges](https://scifisland.com/bayport-man-indicted-after-national-center-for-missing-exploited-children-tip-leads-to-child-exploitation-charges/) - A Bayport man was indicted after a National Center for Missing & Exploited Children tip led police to alleged child sexual abuse material on his devices.
- [Man Arrested for Attempted Kidnapping of 11-Year-Old in Uniondale](https://scifisland.com/man-arrested-for-attempted-kidnapping-of-11-year-old-in-uniondale/) - Uniondale man charged after allegedly grabbing 11-year-old in attempted kidnapping. Child escaped without injury. Arraignment set in Hempstead.
- [Smith Haven Mall Suspect Sought for $260 Theft at Dick’s Sporting Goods](https://scifisland.com/smith-haven-mall-suspect-sought-for-260-theft-at-dicks-sporting-goods/) - Police seek a man accused of stealing $260 in cleats from Dick’s Sporting Goods at the Smith Haven Mall. Tips can be submitted anonymously.
- [Off-Road Vehicles Worth $11K Stolen From East Northport Home](https://scifisland.com/off-road-vehicles-worth-11k-stolen-from-east-northport-home/) - Police seek two suspects who stole $11,400 in ATVs and dirt bikes from an East Northport home on April 14.
- [From Gilded Age Palace to Abandoned Campus: The Untold Story of Idle Hour](https://scifisland.com/from-gilded-age-palace-to-abandoned-campus-the-untold-story-of-idle-hour/) - Discover the surprising history of Idle Hour in Oakdale, a massive Vanderbilt estate with fires, scandals, and a 900-acre footprint.
- [Man Indicted for Loaded Gun in Nissequogue State Park](https://scifisland.com/man-indicted-for-loaded-gun-in-nissequogue-state-park/) - A man was indicted after police found a loaded handgun in a vehicle at Nissequogue State Park. He faces up to 15 years in prison.
- [Amityville Man Accused of Stealing $1.7M Treasury Check Meant for Senior Care](https://scifisland.com/amityville-man-accused-of-stealing-1-7m-treasury-check-meant-for-senior-care/) - Amityville man charged with stealing a $1.7M Treasury check meant for senior care. Prosecutors say funds were spent and transferred.
- [15-Year-Old Killed, 2 Injured in Eisenhower Park Shooting](https://scifisland.com/15-year-old-killed-2-injured-in-eisenhower-park-shooting/) - A 15-year-old was killed and two others injured in a suspected gang-related shooting at Eisenhower Park. Two people were taken into custody.
- [Two Women Seriously Injured in Coram Crash Involving Dump Truck](https://scifisland.com/two-women-seriously-injured-in-coram-crash-involving-dump-truck/) - Two women were seriously injured in a crash with a dump truck in Coram. Police are investigating the April 15 collision.
- [The Time the LIRR Fought a War Against Caterpillars](https://scifisland.com/the-time-the-lirr-fought-a-war-against-caterpillars/) - In 1913, LIRR workers fought a surprising battle against caterpillars threatening the tracks. Rare photos reveal how they did it.
- [Man Sentenced to 22 Years for Trafficking at Sayville Motel](https://scifisland.com/man-sentenced-to-22-years-for-trafficking-at-sayville-motel/) - A man was sentenced to 22 years for running a trafficking operation out of a Sayville motel, using violence, drugs, and coercion.
- [Elderly Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Copiague Crash; Driver Charged](https://scifisland.com/elderly-pedestrian-seriously-injured-in-copiague-crash-driver-charged/) - An 85-year-old woman was seriously injured in a Copiague crash. The driver was charged with driving with a revoked license.
- [Watch: New Video of Artemis II Astronauts Exit Orion Space Capsule](https://scifisland.com/new-video-of-artemis-ii-astronauts-exit-orion-space-capsule/) - Watch the powerful moment Artemis II astronauts emerge from the Orion capsule after splashdown, returning safely from their historic deep-space mission.
- [Former Melville Attorney Sentenced for Stealing $413K in Real Estate Deal](https://scifisland.com/former-melville-attorney-sentenced-for-stealing-413k-in-real-estate-deal/) - A former Melville attorney was sentenced after stealing over $413K from a client’s real estate transaction and must pay nearly $500K in restitution.
- [Missing Oyster Bay Woman is Woman Found in Long Island Sound, Police Say Death Not Criminal](https://scifisland.com/missing-oyster-bay-woman-found-dead-in-long-island-sound-police-say-death-not-criminal/) - A missing Oyster Bay woman has been identified after her body was found in the Long Island Sound. Police say her death is not considered criminal.
- [UPDATED: Woman Found Dead in Long Island Sound Off Lloyd Harbor, Homicide Detectives Investigating](https://scifisland.com/woman-found-dead-in-long-island-sound-off-lloyd-harbor-homicide-detectives-investigating/) - Homicide detectives are investigating after a woman was found dead in the Long Island Sound off Lloyd Harbor.
- [Man Wanted for Stealing Clothing from Riverhead Tanger Outlets Hollister](https://scifisland.com/man-wanted-for-stealing-clothing-from-riverhead-tanger-outlets-hollister/) - Police seek man accused of stealing clothing from Hollister at Riverhead Tanger Outlets. Crime Stoppers offering reward for tips.
- [BJ’s Employees Accused of $175K Fraud Scheme in Valley Stream](https://scifisland.com/bjs-employees-accused-of-175k-fraud-scheme-in-valley-stream/) - Two BJ’s employees are accused of stealing $175,000 through fraudulent returns in Valley Stream. Both face felony charges.
- [East Garden City Man Wanted on Assault Charge, Nassau Police Say](https://scifisland.com/east-garden-city-man-wanted-on-assault-charge-nassau-police-say/) - Nassau County police are seeking Simranjit Singh, 26, in connection with an assault charge tied to an incident in East Garden City.
- [Freeport Parents Indicted in Alleged Abuse, Starvation of 3-Year-Old Girl](https://scifisland.com/freeport-parents-indicted-in-alleged-abuse-starvation-of-3-year-old-girl/) - Freeport parents indicted for alleged abuse and starvation of 3-year-old girl with severe burns and injuries. Both face up to 25 years.
- [Bail Jumping Charge Lands Fugitive Back in Nassau After Colorado Arrest](https://scifisland.com/bail-jumping-charge-lands-fugitive-back-in-nassau-after-colorado-arrest/) - A New Jersey man was extradited from Colorado after skipping sentencing in a Nassau County fraud case involving a $77,500 loss.
- [3-Year-Old Among 4 Killed in Flushing Fire; Maspeth Man Charged with Murder and Arson](https://scifisland.com/3-year-old-among-4-killed-in-flushing-fire-maspeth-man-charged-with-murder-and-arson/) - A Maspeth man is charged with murder and arson after a Flushing fire killed four, including a 3-year-old, and injured firefighters.
- [Second Suspect Charged in Brooklyn Moped Shooting That Killed 7-Month-Old Baby](https://scifisland.com/second-suspect-charged-in-brooklyn-moped-shooting-that-killed-7-month-old-baby/) - A second suspect has been charged in a Brooklyn shooting that killed a 7-month-old baby and wounded her toddler brother.
- [Target Targeted Again: Man Wanted for $370 Theft in South Setauket](https://scifisland.com/target-targeted-again-man-wanted-for-370-theft-in-south-setauket/) - Police are searching for a man accused of stealing $370 in goods from a South Setauket Target in March. Tips can be submitted anonymously.
- [The Nazi Spy Ring That Operated on Long Island: 10 Fascinating Facts](https://scifisland.com/the-nazi-spy-ring-that-operated-on-long-island-10-fascinating-facts/) - A Nazi spy ring once operated on Long Island during WWII. Here are 10 facts about espionage, FBI counterintelligence, and the Duquesne network.
- [Two Sought in $400 Self-Checkout Theft at Medford Target](https://scifisland.com/two-sought-in-400-self-checkout-theft-at-medford-target/) - Police seek two suspects accused of stealing $400 in merchandise from a Medford Target using self-checkout.
- [Woman Wanted for Stealing $500 in Seafood from Lake Grove Wegmans](https://scifisland.com/woman-wanted-for-stealing-500-in-seafood-from-lake-grove-wegmans/) - Police are searching for a woman accused of stealing $500 in crab legs and lobster tails from a Lake Grove Wegmans.
- [History: Man Found Guilty Within 11 Minutes For Grisly West Hempstead Murder Back in 1921](https://scifisland.com/history-man-found-guilty-within-11-minutes-for-grisly-west-hempstead-murder-back-in-1921/) - A Nassau jury convicted Lawrence Kubal in just 11 minutes for the brutal 1920 murder of a West Hempstead widow. He was later executed in 1922.
- [Rum Runners and Speakeasies: Long Island’s Secret Prohibition History](https://scifisland.com/rum-runners-and-speakeasies-long-islands-secret-prohibition-history/) - Discover how Long Island fueled Prohibition-era crime with rum running, speakeasies, and bootlegging across its shores.
- [Nassau Police Seek Man Wanted on Arson Charge in Bethpage](https://scifisland.com/nassau-police-seek-man-wanted-on-arson-charge-in-bethpage/) - Nassau County police are seeking Jerrel Lowery, who is wanted on an arson charge tied to an incident in Bethpage.
- [Nassau Police Seek Tony Beckford in East Garden City Grand Larceny Case](https://scifisland.com/nassau-police-seek-tony-beckford-in-east-garden-city-grand-larceny-case/) - Nassau County police are searching for Tony Beckford, who is wanted in connection with a shoplifting and grand larceny case in East Garden City.
- [Nassau Police Seek North Long Beach Man Wanted on Felony Criminal Mischief, Menacing Charges](https://scifisland.com/nassau-police-seek-north-long-beach-man-wanted-on-felony-criminal-mischief-menacing-charges/) - Nassau County police are seeking Joseph Obermeier, 35, who is wanted in connection with felony criminal mischief and menacing in North Long Beach.
- [Nassau Police Seek Woman Wanted in New Cassel Forcible Touching Case](https://scifisland.com/nassau-police-seek-woman-wanted-in-new-cassel-forcible-touching-case/) - Nassau County police are asking for the public’s help finding a 34-year-old woman wanted in connection with a forcible touching case in New Cassel.
- [Nassau Police Seek Man Wanted on Forgery Charge in Hewlett](https://scifisland.com/nassau-police-seek-man-wanted-on-forgery-charge-in-hewlett/) - Nassau County police are searching for Christian Munoz Noriega, who is wanted in connection with a second-degree forgery case in Hewlett.
- [Maker Faire Long Island Returns to Stony Brook University This June](https://scifisland.com/maker-faire-long-island-returns-to-stony-brook-university-this-june/) - Maker Faire Long Island returns June 6, 2026 at Stony Brook University with 100+ makers, hands-on exhibits, and STEM experiences.
- [Three Arrested in Nassau Cell Phone Shop Burglary Spree](https://scifisland.com/three-arrested-in-nassau-cell-phone-shop-burglary-spree/) - Three suspects, including a juvenile, arrested in Nassau County for multiple burglaries targeting cell phone repair shops.
- [Brooklyn Man Charged With $24K Home Depot Theft Spree Across Nassau](https://scifisland.com/brooklyn-man-charged-with-24k-home-depot-theft-spree-across-nassau/) - A Brooklyn man is charged with stealing nearly $25K in merchandise from multiple Nassau County Home Depot stores in August 2025.
- [Bronx Tractor-Trailer Driver Charged With DWI on LIE in Brentwood](https://scifisland.com/bronx-tractor-trailer-driver-charged-with-dwi-on-lie-in-brentwood/) - Bronx truck driver charged with DWI after swerving on LIE in Brentwood. Police say the 80,000-pound vehicle was carrying groceries.
- [Suffolk Sheriff Seeks Man Wanted on $149K Bail Warrant](https://scifisland.com/suffolk-sheriff-seeks-man-wanted-on-149k-child-support-warrant/) - Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office is seeking William Benson, wanted on a Family Court warrant with $149,000 bail.
- [Rocky Point Woman Arrested on Child Neglect Warrant](https://scifisland.com/rocky-point-woman-arrested-on-child-neglect-warrant/) - A Rocky Point woman was arrested on a Family Court warrant for alleged child abuse and neglect.
- [Man Wanted After Wallet Theft, Credit Card Use at Ronkonkoma Bagel Shop](https://scifisland.com/man-wanted-after-wallet-theft-credit-card-use-at-ronkonkoma-bagel-shop/) - Police seek a man who allegedly stole cash and credit cards from a wallet left at a Ronkonkoma deli. Tips may qualify for a reward.
- [Man Wanted for Breaking Into Coram Business, Stealing Equipment](https://scifisland.com/man-wanted-for-breaking-into-coram-business-stealing-equipment/) - Police seek a suspect who broke into a Coram business shed and stole a $400 leaf blower. Crime Stoppers offering reward for information.
- [Mt. Sinai Man Charged with DWI After Crash Leaves Passenger Seriously Injured](https://scifisland.com/mt-sinai-man-charged-with-dwi-after-crash-leaves-passenger-seriously-injured/) - Mt. Sinai man charged with DWI after crashing into a tree, leaving a passenger seriously injured early Saturday morning.
- [Suffolk Police Increase Patrols After Grand Central Machete Attack](https://scifisland.com/suffolk-police-increase-patrols-after-grand-central-machete-attack/) - Suffolk police increase patrols after NYC machete attack that injured three elderly victims at Grand Central Terminal.
- [Throwback Pic Shows Historic Suffolk Police Vehicles](https://scifisland.com/throwback-pic-shows-historic-suffolk-police-vehicles/) - Suffolk County Police throwback photo from their archives showing vehicles used on air, land and sea over the years.
- [Pakistani National Pleads Guilty in ISIS-Inspired Plot to Attack Brooklyn Jewish Center](https://scifisland.com/pakistani-national-pleads-guilty-in-isis-inspired-plot-to-attack-brooklyn-jewish-center/) - Pakistani national pleads guilty to ISIS-inspired plot targeting a Brooklyn Jewish center. Arrested near U.S. border before attack.
- [Suffolk Sheriff Seeks Fugitive Accused of Owing More Than $1.5 Million in Child Support](https://scifisland.com/suffolk-sheriff-seeks-fugitive-accused-of-owing-more-than-1-5-million-in-child-support/) - Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Michael Simone, wanted on warrants and accused of owing more than $1.5 million in child support.
- [SCCC Professor Charged in Attempted Child Enticement Case](https://scifisland.com/long-island-college-professor-charged-in-attempted-child-enticement-case/) - A Suffolk County Community College adjunct professor has been charged in federal court with attempting to entice a minor.
- [Holtsville Man Accused of Selling Fentanyl That Killed Navy Veteran](https://scifisland.com/holtsville-man-accused-of-selling-fentanyl-that-killed-navy-veteran/) - Holtsville man indicted for allegedly selling fentanyl and cocaine that caused a Navy veteran’s fatal overdose in Suffolk County.
- [Three Wanted After $1.4K Clothing Theft at Islandia Store](https://scifisland.com/three-wanted-after-1-4k-clothing-theft-at-islandia-store/) - Police seek three men accused of stealing $1,458 in clothing and shoes from Islandia Burlington store in February.
- [Reports: Gilgo Victim’s Son Files Wrongful Death Suit Against Rex Heuermann, Family](https://scifisland.com/reports-gilgo-victims-son-files-wrongful-death-suit-against-rex-heuermann-family/) - Son of Gilgo victim Valerie Mack files wrongful death lawsuit against Rex Heuermann, his ex-wife, and daughter ahead of expected guilty plea.
- [North Carolina Woman Indicted in Fatal Holtsville Home Invasion Shooting](https://scifisland.com/north-carolina-woman-indicted-in-fatal-holtsville-home-invasion-shooting/) - A North Carolina woman is indicted for murder after a Holtsville man died months after being shot during a home invasion.
- [Police Hunt Brewski Bandit After Smithtown Walgreens Beer Theft](https://scifisland.com/police-hunt-brewski-bandit-after-smithtown-walgreens-theft/) - Police are searching for a man accused of stealing beer from a Walgreens in Smithtown. Crime Stoppers is offering a reward for information.
- [Rex Heuermann Pleads Guilty to 7 Gilgo Murders, Admits 8th Killing](https://scifisland.com/rex-heuermann-pleads-guilty-to-7-gilgo-murders-admits-8th-killing/) - Rex Heuermann pleaded guilty to seven Gilgo Beach murders and admitted an eighth victim. He faces multiple life sentences.
- [Queens Personal Assistant Admits Stealing Nearly $10 Million From Elderly Long Island Couple](https://scifisland.com/queens-personal-assistant-admits-stealing-nearly-10-million-from-elderly-long-island-couple/) - A Queens personal assistant pleaded guilty to wire fraud after stealing nearly $10M from an elderly Long Island couple over several years.
- [Passenger Arrested With Loaded Revolver During Inwood Traffic Stop](https://scifisland.com/passenger-arrested-with-loaded-revolver-during-inwood-traffic-stop/) - Two Inwood men arrested after traffic stop; passenger found with loaded revolver, driver charged with suspended license offenses.
- [Nassau Police Seek Massapequa Woman Wanted on Shoplifting, Grand Larceny Charge](https://scifisland.com/nassau-police-seek-massapequa-woman-wanted-on-shoplifting-grand-larceny-charge/) - Nassau County police are searching for a 32-year-old woman wanted in connection with a shoplifting and grand larceny case in Massapequa.
- [Police Seek Man on Drug, Menacing Charges in New Cassel](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-on-drug-menacing-charges-in-new-cassel/) - Police are searching for Jose Pacheco Fuentes, wanted for cocaine possession and menacing with a weapon in New Cassel.
- [Police Seek Man Wanted in Garden City Evidence Tampering Case](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-wanted-in-garden-city-evidence-tampering-case/) - Nassau County police are seeking a man wanted in connection with an evidence tampering case in Garden City.
- [Hicksville Man Wanted for Nassau Probation Violation](https://scifisland.com/hicksville-man-wanted-for-nassau-probation-violation/) - Nassau police are searching for Kamal Sharma, 22, of Hicksville, wanted for a probation violation.
- [Brooklyn Man Pleads Guilty to Torching 11 NYPD Vehicles, Causing $800K in Damage](https://scifisland.com/brooklyn-man-pleads-guilty-to-torching-11-nypd-vehicles-causing-800k-in-damage/) - Brooklyn man pleads guilty to setting 10 NYPD vehicles and a trailer on fire, causing over $800,000 in damage. Faces 5 to 20 years in prison.
- [Suffolk Sheriff Seeks Man Wanted on Family Court Support Warrant](https://scifisland.com/suffolk-sheriff-seeks-man-wanted-on-family-court-support-warrant/) - Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Thomas Lawlor, wanted on a Family Court support warrant with ties to Patchogue, Medford, and Bellport.
- [Police Search for Suspect Who Stole Paintball Gun from Islandia Walmart](https://scifisland.com/police-search-for-suspect-who-stole-paintball-gun-from-islandia-walmart/) - Police are searching for a man who stole a paintball gun from an Islandia Walmart. Crime Stoppers is offering a reward for information.
- [West Hempstead Restaurant Owner Charged Again in $50K Wage Theft, Fraud Case](https://scifisland.com/west-hempstead-restaurant-owner-charged-again-in-50k-wage-theft-fraud-case/) - A West Hempstead restaurant owner faces new charges for allegedly underpaying workers and stealing $50K in a fraudulent ownership scheme.
- [Roosevelt Man Convicted in Fatal Hempstead Beating Behind Chuck E. Cheese](https://scifisland.com/roosevelt-man-convicted-in-fatal-hempstead-beating-behind-chuck-e-cheese/) - Roosevelt man convicted of murder in 2022 Hempstead robbery and beating that left victim dead after a year of medical complications.
- [Hempstead Man Sentenced to 35 Years to Life for Fatal 2019 Drive-By Shooting](https://scifisland.com/hempstead-man-sentenced-to-35-years-to-life-for-fatal-2019-drive-by-shooting/) - Hempstead man sentenced to 35 years to life for 2019 drive-by killing of Paul LaRue in Nassau County.
- [Teen Rescued After Getting Stuck in Mud at Shirley Wildlife Refuge](https://scifisland.com/teen-rescued-after-getting-stuck-in-mud-at-shirley-wildlife-refuge/) - A 15-year-old Shirley teen was rescued after getting stuck in mud at Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge Sunday night.
- [Long Island Gets Two New Crimefighters: Federal Prosecutor Catherine Mirabile to Lead LI Division, Megan Farrell Named Deputy Chief](https://scifisland.com/long-island-gets-two-new-crimefighters-federal-prosecutor-catherine-mirabile-to-lead-li-division-megan-farrell-named-deputy-chief/) - Catherine Mirabile and Megan Farrell named to top federal prosecutor roles overseeing major crime cases across Long Island.
- [Why Long Island Bagels Still Beat Every Other Bagel in America](https://scifisland.com/why-long-island-bagels-still-beat-every-other-bagel-in-america/) - Think it’s the water? The real reason Long Island bagels taste better comes down to something else entirely.
- [East Rockaway Credit Card Grand Larceny Suspect Wanted by Nassau Police](https://scifisland.com/east-rockaway-credit-card-grand-larceny-suspect-wanted-by-nassau-police/) - Nassau police are seeking Patsy Basile, 51, in connection with a fourth-degree grand larceny credit card case in East Rockaway.
- [Nassau Police Seek Man Wanted on Grand Larceny, Shoplifting Charge](https://scifisland.com/nassau-police-seek-man-wanted-on-grand-larceny-shoplifting-charge/) - Nassau County police are searching for Abe Christian, who is wanted in connection with a shoplifting and grand larceny case in Manasset.
- [Police Search for Man Wanted in Long Beach Assault Case](https://scifisland.com/police-search-for-man-wanted-in-long-beach-assault-case/) - Nassau County police are searching for Matthew Michelman, wanted for third-degree assault in Long Beach. Public urged not to approach.
- [Amy Fisher & Mary Jo Buttafuoco: Notorious Long Island Love Triangle](https://scifisland.com/long-islands-notorious-love-triangle-amy-fisher-shoots-mary-jo-buttafuoco/) - The Amy Fisher case shocked Long Island and the nation. Here are the wild details behind the “Long Island Lolita” story you may not know.
- [Police Seek Man, Woman in Smith Haven Mall Theft](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-woman-in-smith-haven-mall-theft/) - Police are searching for a man and woman accused of stealing cell phone cases from Smith Haven Mall. Tips can be submitted anonymously.
- [Roosevelt Woman Charged After Stabbing Victim During Argument](https://scifisland.com/roosevelt-woman-charged-after-stabbing-victim-during-argument/) - Roosevelt woman charged after stabbing victim in arm during dispute. Victim hospitalized, suspect faces multiple assault charges.
- [Brooklyn Woman Accused of $50K Retail Theft Spree Across Nassau County](https://scifisland.com/brooklyn-woman-accused-of-50k-retail-theft-spree-across-nassau-county/) - A Brooklyn woman is charged with stealing over $50,000 in merchandise from 27 Nassau County stores over eight months, police said.
- [Freeport Hit-and-Run Leaves Pedestrian Dead, Man Arrested](https://scifisland.com/freeport-hit-and-run-leaves-pedestrian-dead-man-arrested/) - A Freeport man died after a hit-and-run on Merrick Road. An undomiciled suspect is now charged with leaving the scene and tampering with evidence.
- [Nassau Police Seek Man Wanted for Forcible Touching in Rockville Centre](https://scifisland.com/nassau-police-seek-man-wanted-for-forcible-touching-in-rockville-centre/) - Nassau County police are seeking Nicholas Davidson, 28, in connection with a forcible touching case in Rockville Centre.
- [These Famous Musicians All Started on Long Island](https://scifisland.com/these-famous-musicians-all-started-on-long-island/) - Discover 10 iconic musicians and bands with roots on Long Island, from Billy Joel to Public Enemy and beyond.
- [Nassau Police Seek Woman Wanted on Identity Theft Charge in Garden City South](https://scifisland.com/nassau-police-seek-woman-wanted-on-identity-theft-charge-in-garden-city-south/) - Nassau County police are asking for the public’s help finding a 41-year-old woman wanted on an identity theft charge tied to Garden City South.
- [7 Arrested in Brentwood Restaurant Raid, Multiple Drug Charges Filed](https://scifisland.com/7-arrested-in-brentwood-restaurant-raid-multiple-drug-charges-filed/) - Seven people were arrested during a Brentwood restaurant compliance check, including multiple suspects charged with narcotics offenses.
- [Suffolk Sheriff Seeks Woman Wanted on Family Court Warrant, Child Neglect Case](https://scifisland.com/suffolk-sheriff-seeks-woman-wanted-on-family-court-warrant-child-neglect-case/) - Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office is seeking Stephanie Vacchio, who is wanted on a Family Court arrest warrant and is suspected of child neglect.
- [Coram Teen Fired 4 Shots Over $25 Pot Debt Then Came Back 19 Minutes Later](https://scifisland.com/coram-teen-fired-4-shots-over-25-pot-debt-then-came-back-19-minutes-later/) - A Coram teen allegedly shot a man over a $25 marijuana debt, leaving a bullet lodged near his spine before returning to the scene.
- [He Called It “Safe”: How an Amityville CEO’s Own Money Trail Exposed a $160M Long Island Fraud](https://scifisland.com/he-called-it-safe-how-an-amityville-ceos-own-money-trail-exposed-a-160m-long-island-fraud/) - An Amityville investment advisor admitted to a $160M fraud that devastated clients. Investigators uncovered the scheme through financial records.
- [Man Arrested After Police Uncover Trafficking Operation at Blue Point Motel](https://scifisland.com/man-arrested-after-police-uncover-trafficking-operation-at-blue-point-motel/) - Police say a 911 domestic call led to the discovery of alleged sex trafficking at a Blue Point motor inn and the arrest of a 35-year-old man.
- [Baldwin Man Accused of Changing Addresses to Steal $55K from Bank Accounts](https://scifisland.com/baldwin-man-accused-of-changing-addresses-to-steal-55k-from-bank-accounts/) - Police say a Baldwin man changed victims’ addresses and stole $55,000 through unauthorized bank withdrawals. Arrest made after investigation.
- [The Surprising Origin Story Behind the Long Island Rail Road](https://scifisland.com/the-surprising-origin-story-behind-the-long-island-rail-road/) - From its Boston connection origins to record ridership, here are surprising facts about the Long Island Rail Road.
- [Williston Park Man Accused of Beating 75-Year-Old Woman Caught Minutes After Fleeing](https://scifisland.com/williston-park-man-accused-of-beating-75-year-old-woman-caught-minutes-after-fleeing/) - A 75-year-old woman was brutally attacked inside a Williston Park home. Police quickly tracked down the suspect nearby.
- [Florida Men Tracked Down in Elmont Days After Shots Fired at Car](https://scifisland.com/florida-men-tracked-down-in-elmont-days-after-shots-fired-at-car/) - Florida men were arrested in Elmont after allegedly firing at a vehicle and fleeing. No injuries were reported.
- [She Cashed Out $338K in Days: California Woman Tracked Through Bank Cameras in $3.5M Hempstead School Scam](https://scifisland.com/she-cashed-out-338k-in-days-california-woman-tracked-through-bank-cameras-in-3-5m-hempstead-school-scam/) - A California woman was indicted after allegedly stealing $3.5M from a Hempstead school district in an email scam traced through bank surveillance.
- [Lawrence Man Tracked Sister With GPS Before Crossbow Attack Outside West Avenue Home](https://scifisland.com/lawrence-man-tracked-sister-with-gps-before-crossbow-attack-outside-west-avenue-home/) - A Lawrence man allegedly tracked his sister with a GPS device before shooting her in the head with a crossbow outside their home.
- [Crazy Facts About Fair Field, the Sagaponack Mega Mansion That Changed the Rules](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-fair-field-the-sagaponack-mega-mansion-that-changed-the-rules/) - Fair Field in Sagaponack is one of Long Island’s most jaw dropping estates, with 110,000 square feet, 29 bedrooms, and a history of local backlash.
- [Trump Fires AG Pam Bondi After Turbulent Tenure, Zeldin Emerges as Possible Pick](https://scifisland.com/trump-fires-ag-pam-bondi-after-turbulent-tenure-zeldin-emerges-as-possible-pick/) - Trump ousts Attorney General Pam Bondi after a rocky tenure. Long Island’s Lee Zeldin is reportedly being considered as a replacement.
- [East Hampton Building Department Workers Accused of Fast-Tracking Permits for Cash](https://scifisland.com/east-hampton-building-department-workers-accused-of-fast-tracking-permits-for-cash/) - Two East Hampton town employees are accused of taking cash bribes to fast-track building permits and inspections, prosecutors say.
- [DA: Selden Man Linked to Fatal Overdose Caught With Enough Fentanyl to Kill 2.2 Million](https://scifisland.com/da-selden-man-linked-to-fatal-overdose-caught-with-enough-fentanyl-to-kill-2-2-million/) - A Selden man was caught after an undercover buy led police to fentanyl with the potential to kill 2.2 million people.
- [You Don’t Have to Go to Europe Because These Long Island Castles Are the Real Deal](https://scifisland.com/you-dont-have-to-go-to-europe-because-these-long-island-castles-are-the-real-deal/) - Explore 7 castle-style mansions on Long Island’s Gold Coast and watch a video on their fascinating history before you visit.
- [Jonathan Diller Case: Juror Revolt, Then Verdict in Killing of LI NYPD Detective](https://scifisland.com/jonathan-diller-case-juror-revolt-then-verdict-in-killing-of-li-nypd-detective/) - Guy Rivera convicted of aggravated manslaughter in killing of LI NYPD Det. Jonathan Diller after dramatic jury moment in Queens courtroom.
- [Bronx Crew Indicted After Lindenhurst Catalytic Converter Thefts and Officer Injury](https://scifisland.com/bronx-crew-indicted-after-lindenhurst-catalytic-converter-thefts-and-officer-injury/) - Four Bronx men are accused of catalytic converter thefts in Lindenhurst and injuring a Suffolk police officer during a pursuit.
- [Uniondale Woman Sentenced in $75K Loan Fraud After Prior Role in $1M Mortgage Scheme](https://scifisland.com/uniondale-woman-sentenced-in-75k-loan-fraud-after-prior-role-in-1m-mortgage-scheme/) - A Uniondale woman was sentenced to up to 8 years in prison for a $75K loan fraud, years after being tied to a separate $1M mortgage scheme uncovered in 2017.
- [Suffolk Meadows, AKA Parr Meadows, Failed Almost as Fast as Its Races](https://scifisland.com/suffolk-meadows-aka-parr-meadows-failed-almost-as-fast-as-its-races/) - The Yaphank Racetrack That Came and Went Faster Than the Races It sounded like a sure bet: a brand-new racetrack in Yaphank, big crowds, big dreams, and a whole new kind of horse racing on Long Island. Instead, Parr Meadows became one of the strangest “what were they thinking?” moments in local history. If you’ve
- [Saint James Man Caught After Allegedly Selling “Ghost Guns” to Undercover Officer](https://scifisland.com/saint-james-man-caught-after-allegedly-selling-ghost-guns-to-undercover-officer/) - A Saint James man is accused of selling untraceable guns to undercover police and stockpiling illegal weapons at two Long Island homes.
- [Elmont Man Busted After Violent Assault, Hit-and-Run](https://scifisland.com/elmont-man-busted-after-violent-assault-hit-and-run/) - Elmont man arrested after a hit-and-run that seriously injured a pedestrian and a separate domestic assault incident, police say.
- [The Real Story Behind Amityville’s Most Infamous House](https://scifisland.com/the-real-story-behind-amityvilles-most-infamous-house/) - The true story behind Amityville’s most infamous house includes murder, a viral hoax, and decades of strange twists.
- [Driver Pleads Guilty to Killing Jogger While Fleeing Police in Wyandanch Crash](https://scifisland.com/driver-pleads-guilty-to-killing-jogger-while-fleeing-police-in-wyandanch-crash/) - A West Babylon man pleaded guilty after fleeing police and fatally striking a jogger in Wyandanch. He left the victim and fled the scene.
- [Driver Charged After Gilgo Beach Stabbing, Car Found With Knives, Rope, Duct Tape](https://scifisland.com/driver-charged-after-gilgo-beach-stabbing-car-found-with-knives-rope-duct-tape/) - A man is charged after a stabbing at Gilgo Beach. Police say knives, rope, and duct tape were found in his vehicle.
- [Crazy Facts About Restaurant Depot, the Brooklyn-Born Empire Behind Long Island Restaurants](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-restaurant-depot-the-brooklyn-born-empire-behind-long-island-restaurants/) - Restaurant Depot started in Brooklyn, supplies Long Island restaurants, and just sold in a $29 billion deal with Sysco.
- [Crazy Facts About the Grumman Apollo Lunar Module Built by Long Islanders](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-the-grumman-apollo-lunar-module-built-on-long-island/) - Crazy facts about the Long Island built Lunar Module that landed the first humans on the moon and helped save Apollo 13.
- [Huntington Contractor Accused of Faking Islip Permit as Other Long Island Homeowners Come Forward](https://scifisland.com/cortese-tool-time-da/) - A Huntington contractor accused of using a fake Islip permit is now linked to similar complaints from Long Island homeowners.
- [He Fell Asleep at a Merrick Light, Seconds Later, a Crossing Guard Was Dead on Sunrise Highway](https://scifisland.com/he-fell-asleep-at-a-merrick-light-seconds-later-a-crossing-guard-was-dead-on-sunrise-highway/) - A Queens man allegedly impaired by drugs struck and killed a Nassau crossing guard in Merrick after falling asleep at a light.
- [Masked Pair in Bike Helmets Smash Through North New Hyde Park Building Before Vanishing](https://scifisland.com/masked-pair-in-bike-helmets-smash-through-north-new-hyde-park-building-before-vanishing/) - Two masked men wearing bike helmets broke into a Marcus Avenue building in North New Hyde Park, causing damage before fleeing.
- [NASA’s Artemis II Will Send Humans Around the Moon for the First Time in 50 Years](https://scifisland.com/nasas-artemis-ii-will-send-humans-around-the-moon-for-the-first-time-in-50-years/) - NASA’s Artemis II will send four astronauts around the Moon for the first time in over 50 years on a 10-day deep space mission.
- [They Found a Wallet at a Hauppauge Dollar Tree, Then Vanished — Police Need Help Identifying Them](https://scifisland.com/they-found-a-wallet-at-a-hauppauge-dollar-tree-then-vanished-police-need-help-identifying-them/) - Two women allegedly stole a wallet left inside a Hauppauge Dollar Tree. Police are asking for help identifying them.
- [Amid the Stacks at East Meadow Library, EmCon Is an Anime Convention for All](https://scifisland.com/amid-the-stacks-at-east-meadow-library-emcon-anime-convention-for-all/) - EmCon Anime Fest returns to East Meadow Library April 25–26 with cosplay, games, panels, and more. Free admission for Long Island fans.
- [Three Arrested After Roslyn Heights Gas Station Burglary](https://scifisland.com/3-arrested-after-roslyn-heights-gas-station-burglary/) - Three Brooklyn men were arrested after a Roslyn Heights gas station burglary and attempted break-in at a nearby store.
- [Is Harbor Crab Co. Closed? Patchogue Waterfront Restaurant Remains Shuttered as Property Listed for Sale Online](https://scifisland.com/is-harbor-crab-co-closed-patchogue-waterfront-restaurant-remains-shuttered-as-property-listed-for-sale-online/) - Harbor Crab Co. in Patchogue hasn’t reopened for the season as planned, and the waterfront property is now listed for sale online.
- [Three Sentenced After Daylight Kidnapping and Killing in Farmingdale](https://scifisland.com/three-sentenced-after-daylight-kidnapping-and-killing-in-farmingdale/) - Three men were sentenced to 25 years for a brutal 2024 kidnapping and killing in Farmingdale that was caught on surveillance video.
- [Woman Steals $500 in Clothing from Riverhead Polo Store, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/woman-steals-500-in-clothing-from-riverhead-polo-store-police-say/) - Police are searching for a woman accused of stealing $515 in clothing from a Polo Ralph Lauren store in Riverhead.
- [Man Picks Up iPhone Meant for Someone Else at Selden UPS Store, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/man-picks-up-iphone-meant-for-someone-else-at-selden-ups-store-police-say/) - Police say a man picked up an iPhone meant for someone else at a Selden UPS Store. Crime Stoppers is asking for help identifying him.
- [Three Brooklyn Men Caught Minutes After Roslyn Heights Gas Station Break-In](https://scifisland.com/three-brooklyn-men-caught-minutes-after-roslyn-heights-gas-station-break-in/) - Three Brooklyn men were arrested near a Roslyn Heights gas station after allegedly smashing in and stealing a cash register early Thursday morning.
- [18 Indicted in Riverhead Gang Case That Includes Police Detective Accused of Supplying Guns](https://scifisland.com/18-indicted-in-riverhead-gang-case-that-includes-police-detective-accused-of-supplying-guns/) - 18 alleged gang members tied to Riverhead indicted in sweeping case involving murders, shootings, robberies, and illegal weapons.
- [Hicksville Man Arrested After Biting Neighbor During Violent Street Fight](https://scifisland.com/hicksville-man-arrested-after-biting-neighbor-during-violent-street-fight/) - A Hicksville man was arrested after a violent fight on Burns Avenue escalated into a brutal assault involving punches and biting.
- [Man Followed Child Out of Patchogue Laundromat, Caught After Girl Found at Local Library](https://scifisland.com/man-followed-child-out-of-patchogue-laundromat-caught-after-girl-found-at-local-library/) - A Patchogue man was arrested after leading a 4-year-old out of a laundromat. The child was later found at the Patchogue-Medford Library.
- [East Northport Teen Arrested After Fatally Stabbing Grandmother’s Fiancé in Driveway Trailer](https://scifisland.com/east-northport-teen-arrested-after-fatally-stabbing-grandmothers-fiance-in-driveway-trailer/) - An East Northport teen is accused of fatally stabbing his grandmother’s fiancé inside a trailer at 8 Catherine St. before being arrested nearby.
- [He Thought No One Was Watching at 2:30 AM in Middle Island But One Mistake Could Give Him Away](https://scifisland.com/he-thought-no-one-was-watching-at-230-am-in-middle-island-but-one-mistake-could-give-him-away/) - Police are searching for a man who stole cash and headphones from a car in Middle Island. Crime Stoppers is offering a reward.
- [She Walked Out of a Melville Store With $485 in Nike Gear Now Police Want to Know Who She Is](https://scifisland.com/she-walked-out-of-a-melville-store-with-485-in-nike-gear-now-police-want-to-know-who-she-is/) - Police are searching for a woman accused of stealing $485 in Nike clothing from a Melville Dick’s Sporting Goods.
- [Fast-Growing Wellness Brand, Project LeanNation, Is Coming to Long Island](https://scifisland.com/fast-growing-wellness-brand-project-leannation-is-coming-to-long-island/) - Project LeanNation is expanding to Long Island with three locations, bringing prepared meals, coaching, and a new wellness concept.
- [Seven Accused Submarine Drug Smugglers Extradited to New York](https://scifisland.com/seven-accused-submarine-drug-smugglers-extradited-to-new-york/) - Seven alleged cocaine smugglers using submarine-style vessels were extradited to Brooklyn after a global investigation.
- [Three Sentenced in Brutal Central Islip Machete Murder](https://scifisland.com/three-sentenced-in-brutal-central-islip-machete-murder/) - Three men received up to 25 years after a brutal killing in a Central Islip tent. Surveillance video became the key to the case.
- [Bay Shore Woman Convicted of Murder After Ordering Killing Over Parking Dispute](https://scifisland.com/bay-shore-woman-convicted-of-murder-after-ordering-killing-over-parking-dispute/) - A Bay Shore woman was convicted of murder after orchestrating the kidnapping and killing of a man who parked outside her home.
- [Teriyaki Madness opens first Long Island location in North Babylon](https://scifisland.com/teriyaki-madness-opens-first-long-island-location-in-north-babylon/) - Teriyaki Madness opens its first Long Island location in North Babylon on March 27, offering $6 bowls and free meals for early customers.
- [Gilgo Beach Case: Rex Heuermann Expected to Plead Guilty in Long Island Serial Killings](https://scifisland.com/gilgo-beach-case-rex-heuermann-expected-to-plead-guilty-in-long-island-serial-killings/) - Rex Heuermann, accused in the Gilgo Beach killings, is reportedly expected to plead guilty next month, according to various reports.
- [She Kept Driving After Hitting a Cyclist in Atlantic Beach But Police Tracked Her Down Hours Later](https://scifisland.com/she-kept-driving-after-hitting-a-cyclist-in-atlantic-beach-but-police-tracked-her-down-hours-later/) - A cyclist was killed in Atlantic Beach after a driver fled the scene. Police later tracked down the suspect and made an arrest.
- [He Thought He Got Away After Spinning Out in Mount Sinai Parking Lot, Days Later, Police Seized His SUV](https://scifisland.com/he-thought-he-got-away-after-spinning-out-in-mount-sinai-parking-lot-days-later-police-seized-his-suv/) - An 18-year-old from Brentwood thought he escaped after doing stunts in Mount Sinai—until police tracked him down and seized his vehicle.
- [Bellerose Man Offered Cash to Lure Teen in New Hyde Park](https://scifisland.com/bellerose-man-offered-cash-to-lure-teen-in-north-new-hyde-park/) - A Bellerose man was arrested after allegedly offering cash to lure a 15-year-old in North New Hyde Park.
- [Second Man Indicted in 2021 Elmont Acid Attack](https://scifisland.com/second-man-indicted-in-2021-elmont-acid-attack/) - A second suspect has been indicted in a 2021 acid attack in Elmont after a years-long investigation uncovered key evidence.
- [Suffolk County Licensing Office Worker Sold Licenses for Cash, Gave Away Test Answers](https://scifisland.com/wading-river-worker-sold-licenses-for-cash-gave-away-test-answers/) - A Suffolk County employee admitted to taking cash bribes and falsifying license applications in a scheme that compromised public trust.
- [Bull Moose Members-Only Cocktail Lounge Opens in Oyster Bay](https://scifisland.com/bull-moose-members-only-cocktail-lounge-opens-in-oyster-bay/) - A hidden cocktail lounge in Oyster Bay offers craft drinks, late-night bites, and a members-only experience on the North Shore.
- [West Islip Man Arrested After Teen Assault Report](https://scifisland.com/west-islip-man-arrested-after-teen-assault-report/) - A 13-year-old’s report led Suffolk police to arrest a West Islip man accused of luring her and assaulting her.
- [Local Radio Celeb Completes on Jeopardy! Tonight](https://scifisland.com/local-radio-celeb-completes-on-jeopardy-tonight/) - Long Island radio voice Donna Vaughan competes on Jeopardy tonight against a 9-day champ. Here’s when and where to watch.
- [He Drove Past Great Neck Houses of Worship Shouting Then Police Tracked Him Down](https://scifisland.com/he-drove-past-great-neck-houses-of-worship-shouting-then-police-tracked-him-down/) - Police say an Elmont man drove through Great Neck yelling near houses of worship, disrupting services before being arrested.
- [He Walked Up to a Cybertruck in Eisenhower Park… What Police Say He Did Next Led to His Arrest](https://scifisland.com/he-walked-up-to-a-cybertruck-in-eisenhower-park-what-police-say-he-did-next-led-to-his-arrest/) - Police say a Jericho man damaged a Tesla Cybertruck in an Eisenhower Park parking lot before being identified and arrested.
- [Baby Shower Parking Lot Shooting in North Amityville Leads to a 24-to-Life Sentence](https://scifisland.com/how-a-baby-shower-parking-lot-shooting-in-north-amityville-led-to-a-24-to-life-sentence/) - A Central Islip man was sentenced to 24 years to life after prosecutors said surveillance video helped tie him to a shooting outside a baby shower,
- [Brookhaven Unveils New Town Seal for America’s 250th Anniversary](https://scifisland.com/brookhaven-unveils-new-town-seal-for-americas-250th-anniversary/) - Brookhaven unveiled a new town seal to mark America’s 250th anniversary, joining communities nationwide preparing for the historic milestone.
- [He Fled on an E-Bike But DNA on the Ax Led Police Straight to Him in Long Beach Ambush](https://scifisland.com/he-fled-on-an-e-bike-but-dna-on-the-ax-led-police-straight-to-him-in-long-beach-ambush/) - A Long Beach man who ambushed a former coworker with an ax was caught through DNA evidence and surveillance after fleeing on an e-bike.
- [Crazy Facts About Caumsett State Historic Park](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-caumsett-state-historic-park/) - Caumsett just expanded by 180 acres. Here are the wild facts behind the estate, annex, and hidden history most locals miss.
- [Coram Argument Turns Violent, 18-Year-Old Gunman Caught Within Minutes After Shots Ring Out](https://scifisland.com/coram-argument-turns-violent-18-year-old-gunman-caught-within-minutes-after-shots-ring-out/) - An argument outside a Coram apartment turned violent when shots were fired. Police say the suspect was caught within minutes.
- [Man Smashes Car Mirror After Dispute Outside Huntington Station 7-Eleven, Then Takes Off](https://scifisland.com/man-smashes-car-mirror-after-dispute-outside-huntington-station-7-eleven-then-takes-off/) - Police are asking for help identifying a man accused of punching a vehicle mirror after a dispute outside a Huntington Station 7-Eleven.
- [Caught on Camera Inside Huntington Station Macy’s Then Gone Without Paying](https://scifisland.com/caught-on-camera-inside-huntington-station-macys-then-gone-without-paying/) - Police are searching for a man who stole clothing from Macy’s at Walt Whitman Mall in Huntington Station. Here’s what happened.
- [They Walked Into Saks and Left With $1,500 in Designer Sunglasses Now Police Want Them Identified](https://scifisland.com/they-walked-into-saks-and-left-with-1500-in-designer-sunglasses-now-huntington-station-police-want-them-identified/) - Two suspects stole $1,500 in designer sunglasses from Saks in Huntington Station. Police are asking for the public’s help to identify them.
- [Hauppauge Office Manager Secretly Boosted Her Own Pay Until a Million-Dollar Trail Gave Her Away](https://scifisland.com/hauppauge-office-manager-secretly-boosted-her-own-pay-until-a-million-dollar-trail-gave-her-away/) - A Hauppauge office manager allegedly funneled over $1 million into her own paychecks before investigators uncovered the scheme.
- [Waldbaum’s Was Everywhere on Long Island… Until It Wasn’t](https://scifisland.com/waldbaums-was-everywhere-on-long-island-until-it-wasnt/) - Waldbaum’s once dominated Long Island. These crazy facts reveal its shocking rise, strange quirks, and sudden fall.
- [Two New Chains Are Expanding Fast on Long Island - But That’s Only Part of the Story](https://scifisland.com/two-new-chains-are-expanding-fast-on-long-island-but-thats-only-part-of-the-story/) - New Nothing Bundt Cakes and PopUp Bagels locations are opening across Long Island as a fast-growing franchise company rapidly expands.
- [A Familiar East Hampton Space Is About to Become Something Completely Different](https://scifisland.com/a-familiar-east-hampton-space-is-about-to-become-something-completely-different/) - A new restaurant is opening in East Hampton Village, taking over a historic space with a fresh concept and familiar faces.
- [Hempstead Worker Busted After Fake Customer Orders Uncover $82K Tire Scheme at Bay Shore Shop](https://scifisland.com/hempstead-worker-busted-after-fake-customer-orders-uncover-82k-tire-scheme-at-bay-shore-shop/) - A Hempstead employee was caught after fake customer orders exposed an $82K tire theft scheme at a Bay Shore Pep Boys.
- [DNA, GPS From DWI Crash Expose LI Man Behind Violent Home Invasions and Fatal Wreck](https://scifisland.com/dna-gps-from-dwi-crash-expose-li-man-behind-violent-home-invasions-and-fatal-wreck/) - A Hempstead man’s 2024 DWI crash led investigators to DNA and GPS evidence linking him to violent Long Island robberies and a deadly case.
- [COCA Bar & Lounge to Replace Rabbit’s Foot in Hicksville](https://scifisland.com/coca-bar-lounge-to-replace-rabbits-foot-in-hicksville/) - COCA Bar & Lounge opens March 26 in Hicksville, replacing Rabbit’s Foot with a new dining, brunch, and nightlife concept.
- [Four Suspects Wanted for Stealing Michael Kors Handbag from Smith Haven Mall Macy’s](https://scifisland.com/four-suspects-wanted-for-stealing-michael-kors-handbag-from-smith-haven-mall-macys/) - Police are searching for four suspects who stole a $300 Michael Kors handbag from Macy’s at Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove.
- [Bay Shore Man Found Guilty of Basement Murder, Faces 32 Years to Life](https://scifisland.com/bay-shore-man-found-guilty-of-basement-murder-faces-32-years-to-life/) - A man was found guilty of murdering his housemate in Bay Shore and faces 32 years to life. He fled to Miami before being arrested.
- [Mystery Gunmen Refuse to ID Themselves After Inwood Gas Station Robbery, Crash Getaway Car](https://scifisland.com/mystery-gunmen-refuse-to-id-themselves-after-inwood-gas-station-robbery-crash-getaway-car/) - Two robbery suspects refused to identify themselves after allegedly holding up an Inwood gas station and crashing a stolen car on Ocean Parkway.
- [Feds: LI Restaurant Was Front for Coke & Fentanyl Ring](https://scifisland.com/feds-li-restaurant-was-front-for-coke-fentanyl-ring/) - Two Farmingville men accused of selling cocaine from a Shirley restaurant as police seized kilos of drugs, cash, and weapons.
- [Woman Accused of Stealing $115 in Food From Port Jeff Station Uncle Giuseppe’s](https://scifisland.com/woman-accused-of-stealing-115-in-food-from-port-jeff-station-uncle-giuseppes/) - Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is seeking a woman accused of stealing about $115 worth of food from Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace in Port Jeff Station.
- [Meat Bandit Wanted: Man Steals $380 Worth of Groceries from Riverhead Stop & Shop](https://scifisland.com/meat-bandit-wanted-man-steals-380-worth-of-groceries-from-riverhead-stop-shop/) - Police are searching for a man who stole $380 worth of meat from a Stop & Shop in Riverhead. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a reward.
- [Sayville Man Gets 12 Years for Armed Robbery Spree](https://scifisland.com/sayville-man-gets-12-years-for-armed-robbery-spree/) - A Sayville man was sentenced to 12 years in prison for a series of armed robberies and attempted robberies at Holtsville and Huntington Station stores.
- [Man Arrested After Attempted Church Burglary With Preschoolers Inside in Center Moriches](https://scifisland.com/man-arrested-after-attempted-church-burglary-with-preschoolers-inside-in-center-moriches/) - A Riverhead man was arrested after allegedly trying to break into a Center Moriches church while preschool classes were underway. No injuries were reported.
- [Tabletop Gaming Expo Draws Packed Crowd to Play, Shop, and Roll Dice IRL](https://scifisland.com/tabletop-gaming-expo-draws-packed-crowd-to-play-shop-and-roll-dice-irl/) - The Long Island Tabletop Gaming Expo packed the Cradle of Aviation Museum with board games, cosplay, tournaments, and more than 150 tabletop gaming sessions.
- [Building a Business Block by Block: New LEGO Store Opens in Levittown](https://scifisland.com/building-a-business-block-by-block-new-lego-store-opens-in-levittown/) - Block Party, a new LEGO store in Levittown, offers open-play building, rare retired sets and a community space for fans of all ages.
- [Two Men Shot While Driving on Sagtikos Parkway in Brentwood](https://scifisland.com/two-men-shot-while-driving-on-sagtikos-parkway-in-brentwood/) - Suffolk County Police are investigating a shooting that injured two men who were driving on the Sagtikos State Parkway in Brentwood early Friday morning. According to police, the incident occurred at approximately 4 a.m. on March 13 as the two victims, both 24 years old and related to one another, were traveling northbound in separate
- [Manorville Breeder Charged With Animal Neglect After Dogs Found in Freezing Conditions](https://scifisland.com/manorville-breeder-charged-with-animal-neglect-after-dogs-found-in-freezing-conditions/) - A Manorville dog breeder was charged with 23 counts of animal neglect after inspectors found dogs living in freezing, unsanitary conditions.
- [Police Seek Two Men Who Stole BeatBox Cocktails from Kings Park 7-Eleven](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-two-men-who-stole-beatbox-cocktails-from-kings-park-7-eleven/) - Suffolk police are seeking two men accused of stealing BeatBox cocktails from a Kings Park 7-Eleven on January 25.
- [Woman Wanted After Allegedly Using Fake Form to Pick Up $4,650 Watch in Melville](https://scifisland.com/woman-wanted-after-allegedly-using-fake-form-to-pick-up-4650-watch-in-melville/) - Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is seeking a woman accused of using a fake authorization form to pick up a $4,650 watch from a Melville FedEx facility.
- [Cannabis Dispensaries Keep Expanding: Crazy Facts About Pot Shops on Long Island](https://scifisland.com/cannabis-dispensaries-keep-expanding-crazy-facts-about-pot-shops-on-long-island/) - From a $6.4M Riverhead dispensary deal to tribal cannabis shops in Southampton and Mastic, here are crazy facts about the growing cannabis industry on Long Island.
- [Bronx Man Arrested in Suffolk Check Washing Scam That Targeted Elderly Victims](https://scifisland.com/bronx-man-arrested-in-suffolk-check-washing-scam-that-targeted-elderly-victims/) - Suffolk police arrested a Bronx man accused of washing stolen checks, stealing more than $20,000 from two elderly Suffolk County residents.
- [Body of Missing St. James Teen Thomas Medlin Recovered in Brooklyn](https://scifisland.com/body-of-missing-st-james-teen-thomas-medlin-recovered-in-brooklyn/) - The body of 15-year-old St. James teen Thomas Medlin, missing since January, was recovered from the water off Red Hook, Brooklyn, police said.
- [Cold Case: DNA Identifies Killer in 1974 Oceanside Murder of Barbara Waldman](https://scifisland.com/cold-case-dna-identifies-killer-in-1974-oceanside-murder-of-barbara-waldman/) - Investigators say DNA genealogy identified Thomas Generazio as the killer in the 1974 Oceanside murder of Barbara Waldman more than 50 years later.
- [Late-Night Cookie Chain Insomnia Cookies Opens Second Long Island Shop in Babylon](https://scifisland.com/late-night-cookie-chain-insomnia-cookies-opens-second-long-island-shop-in-babylon/) - Insomnia Cookies is opening its second Long Island location in Babylon, offering late-night cookies, ice cream and free cookies during the March 14 grand opening.
- [Three Arrested With Molotov Cocktails During Traffic Stop in Central Islip](https://scifisland.com/three-arrested-with-molotov-cocktails-during-traffic-stop-in-central-islip/) - Three men were arrested in Central Islip after police found Molotov cocktails during a traffic stop on Lexington Avenue early Tuesday morning.
- [Man Cited After Blasting Concert-Level Music from Car in Hauppauge Lot](https://scifisland.com/man-cited-after-blasting-concert-level-music-from-car-in-hauppauge-lot/) - A Bay Shore man was cited after police found eight concert-level speakers blasting amplified music from a vehicle in a Hauppauge parking lot.
- [Farmingville Man Injured, Charged After Shotgun Discharges](https://scifisland.com/farmingville-man-injured-charged-after-shotgun-discharges/) - A Farmingville man was seriously injured and charged with reckless endangerment after a shotgun accidentally discharged inside a home on Redwood Lane, police said.
- [Police Seek Man Who Stole DVDs from Centereach Walmart](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-man-who-stole-dvds-from-centereach-walmart/) - Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is asking for help identifying a man who stole DVDs from a Walmart in Centereach in February.
- [Woman Wanted for Stealing Merchandise from Stony Brook Homesense](https://scifisland.com/stony-brook-homesense/) - Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is seeking a woman accused of stealing merchandise from Homesense in Stony Brook in September.
- [Police Seek Two Women in Primark Theft at Smith Haven Mall](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-two-women-in-primark-theft-at-smith-haven-mall/) - Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is seeking two women who allegedly stole merchandise from Primark at Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove on Feb. 28.
- [Queens Man Arrested After Pouring Flammable Liquid on Himself at Elmont Police Precinct](https://scifisland.com/queens-man-arrested-after-pouring-flammable-liquid-on-himself-at-elmont-police-precinct/) - A Queens man was arrested after pouring a flammable liquid on himself inside the Fifth Precinct vestibule in Elmont before officers tackled him.
- [Crazy Facts About the Montauk Monster](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-the-montauk-monster/) - In 2008 a bizarre creature washed up on a Montauk beach and quickly went viral. Here are the strange facts behind Long Island’s famous Montauk Monster.
- [Crazy Facts About Long Island’s Hidden Nike Missile Bases](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-long-islands-hidden-nike-missile-bases/) - During the Cold War, Long Island hosted secret Nike missile bases built to defend New York City from Soviet bombers. Here are the surprising facts.
- [Sound Beach Man Convicted in Fatal Bohemia Shooting During Attempted Burglary](https://scifisland.com/sound-beach-man-convicted-in-fatal-bohemia-shooting-during-attempted-burglary/) - Chris Fernandez, of Sound Beach, was convicted of murder for the 2022 fatal shooting of a Bohemia homeowner during an attempted burglary.
- [Man on Probation Arrested After Police Find 22 Guns Hidden Behind False Wall in Lindenhurst Home](https://scifisland.com/man-on-probation-arrested-after-police-find-22-guns-hidden-behind-false-wall-in-lindenhurst-home/) - Police arrested a Lindenhurst man on probation after discovering 22 illegal firearms hidden behind a false wall in his basement during a probation search.
- [Police Seek Woman Accused of $450 Return Scam at Centereach Target](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-woman-accused-of-450-return-scam-at-centereach-target/) - Police are searching for a woman accused of fraudulently returning items for $450 in store credit at a Centereach Target on February 6.
- [Police Seek Pair in Selden Target Theft](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-pair-in-selden-target-theft/) - Police are searching for a man and woman accused of stealing clothing, beauty products and furniture from a Selden Target.
- [North Merrick Man Arrested for East Meadow Smoke Shop Burglary](https://scifisland.com/north-merrick-man-arrested-for-east-meadow-smoke-shop-burglary/) - A North Merrick man was arrested after police caught him inside an East Meadow smoke shop during an early morning burglary.
- [Three Arrested in $1.2M Jewelry Heist Targeting Lawrence Jeweler](https://scifisland.com/three-arrested-in-1-2m-jewelry-heist-targeting-lawrence-jeweler/) - Three suspects were arrested in connection with a $1.2 million jewelry theft targeting a Lawrence jeweler who was followed to New Jersey.
- [Riverhead Man Charged with Murder in Mother’s Death](https://scifisland.com/riverhead-man-charged-with-murder-in-mothers-death/) - A Riverhead man has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of his mother, whose body was found in a Manorville wooded area.
- [Nine Indicted in Alleged Armed Robbery and Carjacking Ring Spanning Long Island to Florida](https://scifisland.com/nine-indicted-in-alleged-armed-robbery-and-carjacking-ring-spanning-long-island-to-florida/) - Nine men are indicted in Suffolk County for a 17-day spree of burglaries, armed robberies, carjackings, and stolen vehicles from Long Island to Florida.
- [Mastic Woman Arrested in String of Vehicle, Store Thefts](https://scifisland.com/mastic-woman-arrested-in-string-of-vehicle-store-thefts/) - A Mastic woman has been arrested in connection with a series of thefts from vehicles and local businesses in Shirley and Mastic throughout February, Suffolk County Police said. Seventh Precinct officers responded to a 911 call reporting a woman attempting to break into vehicles in front of 109 Poospatuck Lane in Mastic on March 1
- [Oyster Bay Woman Sentenced to 9 Years for $30M Fraud and Illegal Political Contributions](https://scifisland.com/oyster-bay-woman-sentenced-to-9-years-for-30m-fraud-and-illegal-political-contributions/) - An Oyster Bay woman was sentenced to 108 months in prison for a $30 million fraud scheme and illegally funneling foreign money into U.S. campaigns.
- [Valley Stream Ex-NYPD Detective Pleads Guilty in PPP Fraud Scheme](https://scifisland.com/valley-stream-ex-nypd-detective-pleads-guilty-in-ppp-fraud-scheme/) - A former NYPD detective from Valley Stream pleaded guilty in federal court to orchestrating a PPP fraud scheme involving more than 65 loans.
- [Mastic Beach Man Arrested After Fleeing Police in Stolen U-Haul, Crashing Into Vehicle](https://scifisland.com/mastic-beach-man-arrested-after-fleeing-police-in-stolen-u-haul-crashing-into-vehicle/) - Police arrested a Mastic Beach man after he fled a traffic stop in a stolen U-Haul van and crashed into another vehicle in Holtsville.
- [Great Neck Doctor Sentenced to 7 Years for Oxycodone 'Pill Mill'](https://scifisland.com/great-neck-doctor-sentenced-to-7-years-for-oxycodone-pill-mill/) - A Great Neck doctor was sentenced to 7 years in prison for running a cash-for-oxycodone pill mill and committing health care fraud, federal prosecutors said.
- [Holy Cow! $1,000 in Steaks Swiped from Port Jeff Station Uncle G's](https://scifisland.com/holy-cow-1000-in-steaks-swiped-from-port-jeff-station-uncle-gs/) - Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is seeking help identifying a man who stole $1,000 worth of steaks from Uncle Giuseppe’s in Port Jefferson Station.
- [Adventureland: 60+ Years of Long Island Thrills](https://scifisland.com/adventureland-60-years-of-long-island-thrills/) - From broccoli farm to blockbuster backdrop, discover the wild history and crazy facts about Adventureland in Farmingdale, Long Island.
- ['Another Miracle on the Hudson': Long Island Plane Crashes Near Newburgh, Both Survive](https://scifisland.com/another-miracle-on-the-hudson-long-island-plane-crashes-near-newburgh-both-survive/) - A plane that left Long Island MacArthur Airport crashed into the Hudson River near Newburgh. Both occupants survived with minor injuries.
- [Classic Muscle Car Gone Missing: 1970 Chevelle Stolen from Manorville Garage](https://scifisland.com/classic-muscle-car-gone-missing-1970-chevelle-stolen-from-manorville-garage/) - Suffolk County Police are searching for the person who stole a classic 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle from a Manorville garage in February.
- [Man Accused of Knifepoint Robbery at Suffolk County Community College in Selden](https://scifisland.com/man-accused-of-knifepoint-robbery-at-suffolk-county-community-college-in-selden/) - Police say a Holtsville man robbed a woman at knifepoint inside Suffolk County Community College in Selden before being arrested hours later.
- [Mount Sinai Man Indicted After Dragging Woman in Port Jefferson Purse Robbery, Leading Police on 90-MPH Chase](https://scifisland.com/mount-sinai-man-indicted-after-dragging-woman-in-port-jefferson-purse-robbery-leading-police-on-90-mph-chase/) - A Mount Sinai man was indicted after allegedly dragging a woman during a purse robbery in Port Jefferson and leading police on a 90-mph chase.
- [Two Queens Men Arrested After Target Robbery in Valley Stream](https://scifisland.com/two-queens-men-arrested-after-target-robbery-in-valley-stream/) - Two Queens men were arrested after threatening a Target employee during a robbery in Valley Stream and fleeing before being caught after a foot chase.
- [Roslyn Oncologist Accused of Sexual Abuse During Exam in New Hyde Park](https://scifisland.com/roslyn-oncologist-accused-of-sexual-abuse-during-exam-in-new-hyde-park/) - A Roslyn oncologist was arrested after allegedly sexually abusing a patient during a medical exam at an Optum facility in New Hyde Park, police said.
- [Roosevelt Man Arrested After Robbery Investigation Leads to Loaded Glock](https://scifisland.com/roosevelt-man-arrested-after-robbery-investigation-leads-to-loaded-glock/) - A Roosevelt man was arrested after police linked him to a Carle Place robbery and recovered a loaded Glock handgun from his vehicle.
- [Calverton Man Indicted for Murder of His Mother, Prosecutors Say](https://scifisland.com/calverton-man-indicted-for-murder-of-his-mother-prosecutors-say/) - A Calverton man has been indicted for allegedly stabbing his mother to death and attempting to conceal her body, Suffolk prosecutors said.
- [Rapper Charged With Trafficking 16-Year-Old Girl Across Multiple States](https://scifisland.com/rapper-charged-with-trafficking-16-year-old-girl-across-multiple-states/) - An Elmont man is facing federal charges for allegedly trafficking and exploiting a 16-year-old girl across multiple states, including in Queens.
- [Stormtroopers Storm UBS Arena as Islanders Win Big on Star Wars Night](https://scifisland.com/stormtroopers-storm-ubs-arena-as-islanders-win-big-on-star-wars-night/) - The 501st Empire City Garrison brought the Dark Side to UBS Arena as the Islanders rallied for a dramatic 5-4 win on Star Wars Night.
- [Look Up, Long Island! SpaceX Rocket Could Light Up Our Skies Sunday Night](https://scifisland.com/look-up-long-island-spacex-rocket-could-light-up-our-skies-sunday-night/) - A SpaceX Falcon 9 launch Sunday night could be visible from Long Island. Here’s when and where to look if skies stay clear.
- [Tabletop Gaming All in One Place at the Cradle of Aviation](https://scifisland.com/tabletop-gaming-all-in-one-place-at-the-cradle-of-aviation/) - Long Island’s largest tabletop gaming expo returns March 7–8 at the Cradle of Aviation with tournaments, demos, cosplay, and family fun.
- [Missing Riverhead Woman Identified in Manorville Death Investigation](https://scifisland.com/missing-riverhead-woman-identified-in-manorville-death-investigation/) - A 63-year-old Riverhead woman reported missing in January has been identified as the woman found dead in a wooded area in Manorville.
- [Mount Sinai Man Arrested After Woman Dragged in Port Jefferson Station Robbery](https://scifisland.com/mount-sinai-man-arrested-after-woman-dragged-in-port-jefferson-station-robbery/) - A 53-year-old Mount Sinai man was arrested after allegedly dragging a woman during a Port Jefferson Station robbery. The victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
- [Lindenhurst Man Charged After Knife Attack at Apartment Complex](https://scifisland.com/lindenhurst-man-charged-after-knife-attack-at-apartment-complex/) - A 42-year-old Lindenhurst man was arrested after allegedly attacking a 27-year-old man with a knife at Putnam Gardens. Victim suffered serious injuries.
- [Lawrence Man Charged With Attempted Murder After Crossbow Attack](https://scifisland.com/lawrence-man-charged-with-attempted-murder-after-crossbow-attack/) - A Lawrence man is charged with attempted murder after allegedly firing a crossbow at a woman, grazing her face. The victim is in stable condition.
- [Hempstead Man Arrested for Daytime Bank Robbery](https://scifisland.com/hempstead-man-arrested-for-daytime-bank-robbery/) - Police arrested a Hempstead man accused of robbing a Wells Fargo bank on Fulton Avenue, allegedly taking $2,000 while simulating a weapon.
- [Couple Found Dead in Apparent Murder-Suicide in Port Jefferson](https://scifisland.com/couple-found-dead-in-apparent-murder-suicide-in-port-jefferson/) - Police are investigating an apparent murder-suicide after a couple was found dead Monday morning at a Port Jefferson home.
- [Bay Shore Man Indicted in New Cassel New Year’s Eve Homicide](https://scifisland.com/bay-shore-man-indicted-in-new-cassel-new-years-eve-homicide/) - A Bay Shore man has been indicted in a New Year’s Eve shooting that left a 51-year-old man dead in New Cassel, prosecutors say.
- [Baldwin Teen Indicted in Fatal Hempstead House Party Shooting of Amira McCleod](https://scifisland.com/baldwin-teen-indicted-in-fatal-hempstead-house-party-shooting-of-amira-mccleod/) - An 18-year-old Baldwin man was indicted on murder charges after a fatal Hempstead house party shooting killed a 19-year-old college athlete.
- [Brooklyn Man Arrested Nearly Five Years After Acid Attack on Elmont College Student Nafiah Ikram](https://scifisland.com/brooklyn-man-arrested-nearly-five-years-after-acid-attack-on-elmont-college-student-nafiah-ikram/) - A Brooklyn man has been arrested nearly five years after a horrific acid attack on a 21-year-old Elmont woman that left her permanently disfigured and partially blind.
- [Woman Found Dead in Manorville Woods; Police Say Death Appears Criminal](https://scifisland.com/woman-found-dead-in-manorville-woods-police-say-death-appears-criminal/) - Suffolk County police are investigating after a woman was found dead in a wooded area of Manorville. Detectives say the death appears criminal.
- [Man Charged After Fatally Stabbing Estranged Wife in Farmingville, Child Injured](https://scifisland.com/possible-stabbing-in-farmingville-shuts-down-granny-road-for-hours-during-investigation/) - Police say a Farmingville man fatally stabbed his estranged wife and injured a teen at a Granny Road home. He is charged with murder.
- [Rocky Point Man Indicted in Fatal William Floyd Parkway Hit-and-Run](https://scifisland.com/rocky-point-man-indicted-in-fatal-william-floyd-parkway-hit-and-run/) - A Rocky Point man was indicted after allegedly fleeing a crash on William Floyd Parkway that killed one man and critically injured another.
- [Two NYC Men Accused of $250K Sweepstakes Scam Targeting 92-Year-Old LI Man](https://scifisland.com/two-nyc-men-accused-of-250k-sweepstakes-scam-targeting-92-year-old-li-man/) - Two New York City men are accused of scamming a 92-year-old Central Islip man out of more than $250,000 in a fake sweepstakes scheme.
- [WANTED: Riverhead Police Seek Man Who Allegedly Stole $300 in Clothing from Target](https://scifisland.com/wanted-riverhead-police-seek-man-who-allegedly-stole-300-in-clothing-from-target/) - Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and the Riverhead Town Police Department are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating a man wanted in connection with a petit larceny in Riverhead. According to investigators, a man allegedly stole approximately $300 worth of clothing from Target, located at 1150 Old Country Road, on October 25 at
- [Queens Pair Arrested in $250K Sweepstakes Scam Targeting 92-Year-Old Suffolk Man](https://scifisland.com/queens-pair-arrested-in-250k-sweepstakes-scam-targeting-92-year-old-suffolk-man/) - Two Queens men were arrested for allegedly scamming a 92-year-old Suffolk County man out of $257,000 in a fake Publishers Clearing House scheme.
- [Roosevelt Man Sentenced to 20 Years to Life for Killing Ex-Girlfriend in Front of Toddler](https://scifisland.com/roosevelt-man-sentenced-to-20-years-to-life-for-killing-ex-girlfriend-in-front-of-toddler/) - A Roosevelt man was sentenced to 20 years to life for fatally stabbing his ex-girlfriend in front of their two-year-old son in Hempstead.
- [Hempstead Pair Arrested After Loaded Gun Found During Farmingdale Traffic Stop](https://scifisland.com/hempstead-pair-arrested-after-loaded-gun-found-during-farmingdale-traffic-stop/) - Two Hempstead residents were arrested late Saturday night after Nassau County police recovered a loaded handgun during a traffic stop in Farmingdale. According to the Nassau County Police Department, officers conducted a Vehicle and Traffic Law stop on a 2017 Hyundai on Conklin Street near Waverly Place at approximately 11:56 p.m. on February 14, 2026.
- [Do Cold Winters Mean Fewer Ticks on Long Island? Um, No](https://scifisland.com/do-cold-winters-mean-fewer-ticks-on-long-island-um-no/) - Think the harsh winter wiped out ticks? Suffolk health officials say they’re active anytime it’s above 40 degrees. Here’s what you need to know.
- [Update: Trader Joe's in Miller Place Now Open!](https://scifisland.com/sike-trader-joes-in-miller-place-not-open-yet/) - Update: The Trader Joe's in Miller Place is now open! You may have passed by the parking lot and seen that it was full of cars. If you're a Trader Joe's fan, you probably got excited. The store, long planned and being raised before the eyes of the community over the last few months seems
- [Dairy Barn: The Red-Siloed Legend of Long Island Coffee, Milk And Snacks](https://scifisland.com/dairy-barn-the-red-siloed-legend-of-long-island-coffee-milk-and-snacks/) - From a struggling dairy farm to a red-roofed drive-thru empire, here’s the wild story behind Long Island’s beloved Dairy Barn convenience stores.
- [Westbury Man Arrested After Traffic Stop Turns Violent in Jericho](https://scifisland.com/westbury-man-arrested-after-traffic-stop-turns-violent-in-jericho/) - A Westbury man was arrested after a traffic stop in Jericho turned violent, injuring two Nassau County police officers, authorities say.
- [Sayville Man Charged with Multiple Felonies After Burglary, Car Theft, and Ghost Gun Recovery](https://scifisland.com/sayville-man-charged-with-multiple-felonies-after-burglary-car-theft-and-ghost-gun-recovery/) - Police say a Sayville man faces multiple felony charges after breaking into an occupied apartment, stealing a vehicle, and being found with a loaded ghost gun.
- [Home Health Aide Indicted for Endangering Welfare of Disabled Child in Port Jefferson Station](https://scifisland.com/home-health-aide-indicted-for-endangering-welfare-of-disabled-child-in-port-jefferson-station/) - A Brentwood home health aide was indicted for allegedly abusing a five-year-old child with disabilities at a Port Jefferson Station home.
- [Lakeview Man Arrested for Armed Robbery at Hempstead 7-Eleven](https://scifisland.com/lakeview-man-arrested-for-armed-robbery-at-hempstead-7-eleven/) - A Lakeview man was arrested after police say he robbed a Hempstead 7-Eleven. He faces felony charges.
- [Man Arrested for Role in International Human Trafficking Ring Linked to Suffolk County](https://scifisland.com/man-arrested-for-role-in-international-human-trafficking-ring-linked-to-suffolk-county/) - Police arrested a Bronx man for his alleged role in an international human trafficking ring tied to Suffolk County. The investigation is ongoing.
- [Crazy Facts About Gosman’s Dock in Montauk (and Its $34 Million Waterfront Sale)](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-gosmans-dock-in-montauk-and-its-34-million-waterfront-sale/) - From a 1943 fish dock to a $34.4 million waterfront sale, explore the crazy facts, history, and future of Gosman’s Dock in Montauk.
- [Florida Men Arrested After 312 Kilograms of Suspected Cocaine Seized in Plainview](https://scifisland.com/florida-men-arrested-after-312-kilograms-of-suspected-cocaine-seized-in-plainview/) - Two Florida men were arrested in Plainview after police seized 312 kilograms of suspected cocaine during a Narcotics Vice Squad investigation.
- [Four Arrested in Nassau County Prescription Drug Diversion Bust](https://scifisland.com/four-arrested-in-nassau-county-prescription-drug-diversion-bust/) - Four people were arrested after Nassau police allegedly found prescription medications from South America for sale at businesses in New Cassel and Westbury.
- [Shirley Man Arrested in String of Burglaries Targeting Seven Businesses Across Suffolk](https://scifisland.com/shirley-man-arrested-in-string-of-burglaries-targeting-seven-businesses-across-suffolk/) - Suffolk police arrested a Shirley man accused of burglarizing seven businesses across Bay Shore, Central Islip, and Brentwood over the past three weeks.
- [Crazy Facts You Didn’t Know About Belmont Park Racetrack](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-you-didnt-know-about-belmont-park-racetrack/) - From Secretariat’s 31.5-length win to air shows, airmail, and Big Sandy, discover the wild and surprising history of Belmont Park on Long Island.
- [Celia Rose Gooding Set to Appear at Trek Long Island After Missing 2025 Event](https://scifisland.com/celia-rose-gooding-set-to-appear-at-trek-long-island-after-missing-2025-event/) - Star Trek: Strange New Worlds star Celia Rose Gooding (Uhura) will appear at Trek Long Island June 12–14, 2026, after missing last year’s event.
- [Police Seek Two Men in Smith Haven Mall DICK’S Sporting Goods Theft](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-two-men-in-smith-haven-mall-dicks-sporting-goods-theft/) - Police are searching for two men accused of stealing $670 in clothing from DICK’S Sporting Goods at Smith Haven Mall. Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward.
- [Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Suspects in Riverhead Retail Theft](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-publics-help-identifying-suspects-in-riverhead-retail-theft/) - Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Riverhead Police are seeking the public’s help identifying two suspects wanted for a December retail theft in Riverhead.
- [Ten Music Acts That Prove Long Island Is a Hit-Making Machine](https://scifisland.com/ten-music-acts-that-prove-long-island-is-a-hit-making-machine/) - These ten musicians and bands grew up on Long Island before becoming global stars, from Billy Joel to Public Enemy.
- [Five Arrested in Levittown Robbery After Dispute Turns Violent](https://scifisland.com/five-arrested-in-levittown-robbery-after-dispute-turns-violent/) - Five people were arrested after a Levittown dispute turned violent, leading to a robbery, assault, and vehicle crash, police said.
- [Bay Shore Man Arrested After Stabbing Woman on Farmingdale Main Street](https://scifisland.com/bay-shore-man-arrested-after-stabbing-woman-on-farmingdale-main-street/) - A Bay Shore man was arrested after a woman was punched and stabbed during a disturbance on Main Street in Farmingdale, police said.
- [Police Seek Pair Accused of Passing Counterfeit $100 Bills in Patchogue](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-pair-accused-of-passing-counterfeit-100-bills-in-patchogue/) - Police are searching for a man and woman accused of using counterfeit $100 bills at a Patchogue grocery store. Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward.
- [Proposed “Sarah’s Law” Would Prevent Murder Convictions From Being Erased After a Defendant’s Death](https://scifisland.com/proposed-sarahs-law-would-prevent-murder-convictions-from-being-erased-after-a-defendants-death/) - Sarah’s Law would change New York law to prevent murder convictions from being erased if a defendant dies while an appeal is pending.
- [Ridge Man Pleads Guilty to Murdering Ex-Girlfriend in Moriches Shooting](https://scifisland.com/ridge-man-pleads-guilty-to-murdering-ex-girlfriend-in-moriches-shooting/) - A Ridge man pleaded guilty to murdering his ex-girlfriend outside her Moriches apartment and faces 23 years to life in prison.
- [Southampton Investment Advisor Sentenced to Six Years for $1M Fraud Scheme](https://scifisland.com/southampton-investment-advisor-sentenced-to-six-years-for-1m-fraud-scheme/) - A Southampton investment advisor was sentenced to six years in federal prison for stealing more than $1 million from clients and spending it on luxury items.
- [Long Island Convention Organizer Patrick J. Kennedy Featured in Newsday Comic Book Story](https://scifisland.com/long-island-convention-organizer-patrick-j-kennedy-featured-in-newsday-comic-book-story/) - Patrick J. Kennedy, organizer of the Long Island Convention of Horror, is featured in a Newsday story exploring the surprising value of comic book collections.
- [Holtsville Man Indicted for Allegedly Setting Fire at Wading River Pizzeria](https://scifisland.com/holtsville-man-indicted-for-allegedly-setting-fire-at-wading-river-pizzeria/) - A Holtsville man was indicted for allegedly setting a fire at a Wading River pizzeria after being fired from his job, Suffolk prosecutors say.
- [Long Island Tax Preparer Pleads Guilty to $12M Federal Tax Fraud Scheme](https://scifisland.com/long-island-tax-preparer-pleads-guilty-to-12m-federal-tax-fraud-scheme/) - A Freeport tax preparer pleaded guilty in federal court to a nearly $12 million tax and PPP fraud scheme, according to prosecutors.
- [Investigation Finds No Criminality in Disappearance of St. James Teen](https://scifisland.com/investigation-finds-no-criminality-in-disappearance-of-st-james-teen/) - Police say no criminal activity was found in the disappearance of 15-year-old St. James teen Thomas Medlin after an extensive investigation.
- [Amazon to Close Amazon Fresh, Go Stores on Long Island as It Shifts Grocery Strategy](https://scifisland.com/amazon-to-close-amazon-fresh-go-stores-on-long-island-as-it-shifts-grocery-strategy/) - Amazon will close its Amazon Fresh stores in Oceanside and East Setauket as it shifts focus to Whole Foods and grocery delivery, according to AP.
- [Man Wanted for Stealing From Nesconset T.J. Maxx](https://scifisland.com/man-wanted-for-stealing-from-nesconset-t-j-maxx/) - Police are seeking help identifying a man wanted for petit larceny at a T.J. Maxx store in Nesconset. Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for tips.
- [Man Arrested in Armed Robbery Spree Across Three Suffolk Businesses](https://scifisland.com/man-arrested-in-armed-robbery-spree-across-three-suffolk-businesses/) - Suffolk Police arrested an Amityville man accused of robbing three businesses while displaying what appeared to be a handgun.
- [From Hewlett Harbor to Hollywood! Stan Lee’s Superpowered Legacy on Long Island](https://scifisland.com/from-hewlett-harbor-to-hollywood-stan-lees-superpowered-legacy-on-long-island/) - Stan Lee lived on Long Island for more than 30 years. Discover the crazy facts, Marvel history, and local roots of the comic book legend.
- [Disbarred Attorney Charged With Stealing $133K in Real Estate Funds](https://scifisland.com/disbarred-attorney-charged-with-stealing-133k-in-real-estate-funds/) - A disbarred attorney with a former registered office address in Great Neck has been charged with grand larceny and scheme to defraud for allegedly stealing more than $133,000 in real estate down payments from multiple clients across the Bronx, Queens, and Suffolk County. Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly announced that Marco Materassi, 59,
- [Five Indicted in Violent Lindenhurst Motorcycle Club Melee](https://scifisland.com/five-indicted-in-violent-lindenhurst-motorcycle-club-melee/) - Five men tied to rival motorcycle clubs were indicted after a violent daytime melee in Lindenhurst that left multiple victims with life-threatening injuries.
- [Dare to Be Different: Crazy Facts About WLIR Radio on Long Island](https://scifisland.com/dare-to-be-different-crazy-facts-about-wlir-radio-on-long-island/) - From classical music to punk and new wave, WLIR reshaped radio history and introduced America to groundbreaking artists.
- [Dark Web Drug Dealer “MamaKnowsBrown” Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison](https://scifisland.com/dark-web-drug-dealer-mamaknowsbrown-sentenced-to-15-years-in-prison/) - A Centereach woman who ran a nationwide dark web narcotics operation has been sentenced to 15 years in prison, Suffolk prosecutors said.
- [Brooklyn Man Sentenced for Illegal Car Stunt That Seriously Injured Bystander During illegal Street Takeover](https://scifisland.com/brooklyn-man-sentenced-tfor-illegal-car-stunt-that-seriously-injured-bystander-during-illegal-street-takeover/) - A Brooklyn man was sentenced to two years in jail after an illegal street takeover in Patchogue seriously injured a 19-year-old bystander.
- [East Quogue Man Convicted of First-Degree Murder](https://scifisland.com/east-quogue-man-convicted-of-first-degree-murder/) - An East Quogue man was convicted of first-degree murder for torturing and killing a longtime friend and now faces life in prison without parole.
- [Two Home Heating Fuel Companies Cited After Truck Inspections in Commack](https://scifisland.com/two-home-heating-fuel-companies-cited-after-truck-inspections-in-commack/) - Two home heating fuel companies were cited after Suffolk County Police inspected delivery trucks in Commack, placing one vehicle out of service.
- [Central Islip Man Sentenced to 18 Years in Prison for Selling Narcotics That Caused Fatal Overdose](https://scifisland.com/central-islip-man-sentenced-to-18-years-in-prison-for-selling-narcotics-that-caused-fatal-overdose/) - A Central Islip man was sentenced to 18 years in prison after selling narcotics linked to the fatal overdose of a 25-year-old Brentwood man.
- [Three Arrested After Robbery and Assault at Smith Haven Mall Store in Lake Grove](https://scifisland.com/three-arrested-after-robbery-and-assault-at-smith-haven-mall-store-in-lake-grove/) - Suffolk County Police arrested three West Babylon residents charged with robbing a Smith Haven Mall store and assaulting an employee.
- [Islip Man Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Role in Narcotics and Weapons Trafficking Ring](https://scifisland.com/islip-man-sentenced-to-12-years-in-prison-for-role-in-narcotics-and-weapons-trafficking-ring/) - An Islip man was sentenced to 12 years in prison for selling fentanyl, cocaine, and illegal firearms across Suffolk County, prosecutors said.
- [Northern Lights Could Push Far South Tonight (January 19, 2026) as Powerful Solar Storm Hits Earth](https://scifisland.com/northern-lights-could-push-far-south-tonight-january-19-2026-as-powerful-solar-storm-hits-earth/) - Clouds may clear by 11 p.m. on Long Island, creating a rare chance to see the northern lights as a severe solar storm pushes the KP index to 8, per NOAA.
- [Three Men Plead Guilty to Manslaughter in 2025 Killing of Homeless Man in Central Islip](https://scifisland.com/three-men-plead-guilty-to-manslaughter-in-2025-killing-of-homeless-man-in-central-islip/) - Three men pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter in the 2025 killing of a homeless man in Central Islip, facing decades in prison.
- [Amityville Contractor Pleads Guilty to Stealing Wages From Workers at West Islip Middle School](https://scifisland.com/amityville-contractor-pleads-guilty-to-stealing-wages-from-workers-at-west-islip-middle-school/) - An Amityville contractor pleaded guilty to petit larceny after stealing more than $13,000 in wages from employees on Suffolk County public works projects.
- [Crazy Facts About the Southern State Parkway Every Long Islander Should Know](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-the-southern-state-parkway-every-long-islander-should-know/) - From Robert Moses’ original design to vanished toll booths and deadly stats, here are the strangest and most surprising facts about the Southern State Parkway.
- [After a Successful Debut, TrooperCon is Marching Back to Long Island in 2026](https://scifisland.com/troopercon-2026/) - TrooperCon, Long Island’s first Star Wars-only convention, is returning in 2026 with plans for a bigger event at Levittown Hall.
- [Man Arrested After Early-Morning Shooting in Huntington](https://scifisland.com/man-arrested-after-early-morning-shooting-in-huntington/) - A 71-year-old Huntington man was arrested after shooting a 21-year-old who was chasing him on Wall Street early Saturday morning, police said.
- [BRAVE BOY HIDES FROM BURGLAR, CALLS COPS AS SUSPECT RANSACKS MEDFORD HOME](https://scifisland.com/brave-boy-hides-from-burglar-calls-cops-as-suspect-ransacks-medford-home/) - Police say a 12-year-old hid and called 911 after a man allegedly broke into his Medford home. The suspect was arrested inside the house.
- [The Long Island Holiday Lights Map Returns for 2025 (Yes, Your House Can Be on It)](https://scifisland.com/the-long-island-holiday-lights-map-returns-for-2025-yes-your-house-can-be-on-it/) - The 2025 Long Island Holiday Lights Map is live, featuring hundreds of festive displays across Nassau and Suffolk. You can even add your own house.
- [$8,500 Recovered After Elderly Woman Targeted in “Grandchild Bail” Scam](https://scifisland.com/8500-recovered-after-elderly-woman-targeted-in-grandchild-bail-scam/) - Suffolk County prosecutors recovered $8,500 after an elderly woman was deceived in a grandchild bail scam involving mailed cash to Shirley.
- [History: Earthquakes That Hit Long Island](https://scifisland.com/history-earthquakes-that-hit-long-island/) - No, we’re not talking about the bass at a Billy Joel concert or the time Metallica melted faces at Nassau Coliseum. We’re talking real, ground-shaking, chimney-toppling earthquakes. Long Island may not sit on a major fault line, but that doesn’t mean it hasn’t felt the occasional seismic surprise. While most quakes here are small enough
- [Florida Man Indicted in 1997 Murder of Tanya Denise Jackson in Nassau County Cold Case](https://scifisland.com/florida-man-indicted-in-1997-murder-of-tanya-denise-jackson-in-nassau-county-cold-case/) - A Florida man has been indicted in the 1997 murder of Tanya Denise Jackson, long known as “Peaches,” in a decades-old Nassau County cold case.
- [5 Things to Do on Long Island for Geeky, Goth, and Gift-Giving Fun This Weekend](https://scifisland.com/5-things-to-do-on-long-island-for-geeky-goth-and-gift-giving-fun-this-weekend/) - Comic shows, store openings, a dark holiday dance party, and a 2026 con guide highlight this weekend on Long Island.
- [Crazy Facts About Entenmann’s Bakery and Its Long Island Roots](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-entenmanns-bakery-and-its-long-island-roots/) - From Bay Shore to supermarket shelves nationwide, here are the wild, delicious, and very Long Island facts behind Entenmann’s Bakery.
- [Woman Dies Following Crash on Long Island Expressway in Ronkonkoma](https://scifisland.com/woman-dies-following-crash-on-long-island-expressway-in-ronkonkoma/) - A 61-year-old Port Jefferson Station woman died after losing control of her vehicle on the Long Island Expressway in Ronkonkoma, police said.
- [Crazy Facts About Long Island MacArthur Airport You Probably Never Knew](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-long-island-macarthur-airport-you-probably-never-knew/) - From its WWII military origins to free Wi-Fi firsts and Hollywood cameos, these crazy facts reveal the surprising history of Long Island MacArthur Airport.
- [Man Arrested in Huntington Following Road Rage Strangulation Incident](https://scifisland.com/man-arrested-in-huntington-following-road-rage-strangulation-incident/) - Police arrested a Central Islip man after a road rage incident in Huntington left another driver hospitalized.
- [North Merrick Man Sentenced to Nine Years in Prison for Plotting Explosive Attack on Nassau Social Services Building](https://scifisland.com/north-merrick-man-sentenced-to-nine-years-in-prison-for-plotting-explosive-attack-on-nassau-social-services-building/) - A North Merrick man was sentenced to nine years in prison for plotting an explosive attack on the Nassau County Department of Social Services and committing multiple fraud crimes.
- [Crazy Facts About Gardiner's Island, Long Island’s Most Off-Limits Place](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-gardiners-island-long-islands-most-off-limits-place/) - Gardiner’s Island has been privately owned by the same family for over 400 years. From royal decrees to pirate treasure, here are the craziest facts.
- [Rocky Point Man Arrested in Illegal Speed Contest in Centereach](https://scifisland.com/rocky-point-man-arrested-in-illegal-speed-contest-in-centereach/) - Suffolk police arrested a 20-year-old Rocky Point man for participating in an illegal speed contest in a Centereach parking lot.
- [Nine Times Long Island Supplied the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree](https://scifisland.com/nine-times-long-island-supplied-the-rockefeller-center-christmas-tree/) - From Babylon to Yaphank, and the wild facts behind each towering holiday icon from Long Island.
- [Mount Sinai Shopping Center Redevelopment Approved, New Supermarket Planned After 2024 Whole Foods Talks](https://scifisland.com/mount-sinai-shopping-center-redevelopment-approved-new-supermarket-planned-after-2024-whole-foods-talks/) - Brookhaven officials approved a $15 million redevelopment of Mount Sinai Shopping Center, paving the way for a new supermarket and restaurants after earlier talks with Whole Foods.
- [Lost4Toys Finds More Room to Grow After Moving Its Comic and Collectibles Shop to Garden City South](https://scifisland.com/lost4toys-finds-more-room-to-grow-after-moving-its-comic-and-collectibles-shop-to-garden-city-south/) - Lost4Toys has reopened in Garden City South with a bigger shop, more foot traffic, and plans for future growth. Here’s what fans can expect.
- [Man Killed, Son Seriously Injured in Huntington Station House Fire](https://scifisland.com/man-killed-son-seriously-injured-in-huntington-station-house-fire/) - An 82-year-old man was killed and his son seriously injured in a house fire in Huntington Station Sunday night.
- [81 Crazy Facts About Long Island’s Own Mariah Carey & Her Epic “All I Want for Christmas Is You"](https://scifisland.com/81-crazy-facts-about-long-islands-own-mariah-carey-her-epic-all-i-want-for-christmas-is-you/) - “All I Want for Christmas Is You” was written by Long Island native Mariah Carey and became the biggest holiday song ever. Here are 81 crazy facts.
- [Crazy Facts About the Blizzard of ’78 That Paralyzed Long Island](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-the-blizzard-of-78-that-paralyzed-long-island/) - The Blizzard of ’78 buried Long Island for 33 hours. From 15-foot drifts to thundersnow, here are the wild facts locals still remember.
- [U.S. Postal Worker Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Mail at Oakdale Post Office](https://scifisland.com/u-s-postal-worker-arrested-for-allegedly-stealing-mail-at-oakdale-post-office/) - A U.S. Postal Service employee from Mastic Beach was arrested and charged with stealing gift cards and lottery tickets from mail at the Oakdale Post Office.
- [WATCH: Original WPIX Yule Log: The New York TV Tradition That Became a Holiday Icon](https://scifisland.com/watch-original-wpix-yule-log-the-new-york-tv-tradition-that-became-a-holiday-icon/) - Discover the quirky origin and crazy facts about the WPIX Yule Log tradition from Gracie Mansion flames to California re-shoots and fan legends you didn’t know.
- [Lord of the Rings Extended Editions Return to Long Island Theaters for 25th Anniversary](https://scifisland.com/lord-of-the-rings-extended-editions-return-to-long-island-theaters-for-25th-anniversary/) - All three extended editions of The Lord of the Rings return to Long Island theaters this January. Here are the confirmed local dates and showtimes.
- [Man Found Dead in Garbage Truck in Rocky Point](https://scifisland.com/man-found-dead-in-garbage-truck-in-rocky-point/) - SCPD is investigating after a man was found dead in a garbage truck on Rocky Point Yaphank Road. Detectives say the cause appears to be a medical incident.
- [North Carolina Couple Indicted in Deadly Stabbing of Christopher Millwater at Stony Brook Yacht Club](https://scifisland.com/north-carolina-couple-indicted-in-deadly-stabbing-of-christopher-millwater-at-stony-brook-yacht-club/) - A North Carolina couple has been indicted for the fatal stabbing of Christopher Millwater at the Stony Brook Yacht Club.
- [Elder Abuse Allegations Lead to Arrest of Home Health Aide in Lawrence](https://scifisland.com/woman-arrested-after-96-year-old-patient-suffers-broken-femur-in-lawrence/) - A Queens woman is charged after a 96-year-old patient suffered a broken femur in Lawrence. Detectives say abuse was caught on home cameras.
- [Crazy Facts About The Real-Life Miracle on 34th Street House in Port Washington](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-the-real-life-miracle-on-34th-street-house-in-port-washington/) - Discover the real Miracle on 34th Street house in Port Washington, the iconic Cape Cod that made Susan believe and still charms visitors today.
- [5 Things to Know About Long Island’s Biggest Geek Weekend](https://scifisland.com/5-things-to-know-about-long-islands-biggest-geek-weekend/) - From TCG shows to anime, gaming, and horror, here are five things to know about Long Island’s biggest geek weekend happening December 13–14.
- [Police Seek Driver Who Fled Huntington Crash Involving 68-Year-Old Motorist](https://scifisland.com/police-seek-driver-who-fled-huntington-crash-involving-68-year-old-motorist/) - Police are searching for a woman who fled a Huntington crash on Nov. 26. Tipsters may receive a cash reward for information.
- [Two Long Island Con Runners Talk Anime in Newsday Article](https://scifisland.com/two-long-island-con-runners-talk-anime-in-newsday-article/) - Long Island anime cons are booming as Newsday spotlights the surge in anime’s mainstream appeal, streaming access, and new generations of fans.
- [Ray Romano Helps Launch Long Island Music Hall of Fame’s New Everybody Loves Raymond Exhibit](https://scifisland.com/ray-romano-helps-launch-long-island-music-hall-of-fames-new-everybody-loves-raymond-exhibit/) - Ray Romano helps launch LIMEHOF’s immersive Everybody Loves Raymond 30th anniversary exhibit in Stony Brook, celebrating the iconic Long Island-set sitcom.
- [Nesconset Teen Indicted for Killing of Ex-Girlfriend on Thanksgiving Break](https://scifisland.com/nesconset-teen-indicted-for-killing-of-ex-girlfriend-on-thanksgiving-break/) - An 18-year-old Nesconset man is indicted for the execution-style killing of his ex-girlfriend on Thanksgiving break.
- [5 Things You Need to Know This Weekend on Long Island’s Geek Calendar](https://scifisland.com/5-things-you-need-to-know-this-weekend-on-long-islands-geek-calendar/) - From Troopercon to Moonlight Market, here are 5 geek events happening this weekend across Long Island.
- [Man Indicted For Taking Photos of a 13-Year Old Girl in Selden Store](https://scifisland.com/man-indicted-for-taking-photos-of-a-13-year-old-girl-in-selden-store/) - Aqeel Ahmad, 53, a Pakistani national, allegedly used his cellphone to take photos of a 13-year-old child while she shopped in Target.
- [Hempstead Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Bar Shooting That Paralyzed Security Guard](https://scifisland.com/hempstead-man-sentenced-to-30-years-for-bar-shooting-that-paralyzed-security-guard/) - Tiray Clemmons sentenced to 30 years for 2023 Freeport bar shooting that paralyzed a 23-year-old security guard.
- [Long-Haul Trucker Sentenced to 22 Years to Life for Murder of Girlfriend Outside Patchogue Motel](https://scifisland.com/long-haul-trucker-sentenced-to-22-years-to-life-for-murder-of-girlfriend-outside-patchogue-motel/) - Willie Hart, 61, of Yaphank, was sentenced to 22 years to life for murdering his girlfriend, Candace Woodruff, in the cab of his truck outside a Patchogue motel.
- [December 2025 Skywatching on Long Island: Supermoon, Shooting Stars, and a Holiday Comet Light Up the Month](https://scifisland.com/december-2025-skywatching-on-long-island-supermoon-shooting-stars-and-a-holiday-comet-light-up-the-month/) - Long Island’s December sky brings a supermoon, Geminids, Ursids, a visiting comet, and the winter solstice. Here’s what to watch and when to look up.
- [Bay Shore Man Sentenced to Seven Years for Cocaine Sales at Ronkonkoma Bar](https://scifisland.com/bay-shore-man-sentenced-to-seven-years-for-cocaine-sales-at-ronkonkoma-bar/) - A Bay Shore man was sentenced to seven years in prison for multiple cocaine sales at a Ronkonkoma bar that has since been shut down by the NYS Liquor Authority.
- [Home Health Aide Indicted After Allegedly Stabbing 84-Year-Old Patient in Massapequa](https://scifisland.com/home-health-aide-indicted-after-allegedly-stabbing-84-year-old-patient-in-massapequa/) - A Queens home health aide is indicted for allegedly stabbing an 84-year-old Massapequa woman as she slept. Prosecutors say the attack lasted 16 minutes.
- [Sugar Plum Ball & Galactic Gala Lands on Long Island This Sunday With Jedi, Magic, and Plenty of Heart](https://scifisland.com/sugar-plum-ball-galactic-gala-lands-on-long-island-this-sunday-with-jedi-magic-and-plenty-of-heart/) - Don’t miss CP Nassau’s Sugar Plum Ball & Galactic Gala this Sunday at The Fox Hollow, featuring Jedi, magic, dancing, and family fun for a great cause.
- [Trump Commutes Sentence of Manhasset Executive in $1.6B Investor Fraud Case](https://scifisland.com/trump-commutes-sentence-of-manhasset-executive-in-1-6b-investor-fraud-case/) - President Trump cut short the prison term of Manhasset private equity executive David Gentile, convicted in a $1.6B GPB Capital fraud case.
- [Troopercon Lands on Long Island This Saturday with a Full-Force Star Wars Celebration](https://scifisland.com/troopercon-lands-on-long-island-this-saturday-with-a-full-force-star-wars-celebration/) - Troopercon arrives this Saturday in Hicksville with screen-accurate Star Wars costumes, sets, activities, and charity work from the 501st Legion.
- [ExtravaCon Arrives This Saturday: Long Island’s New Pop-Culture Convention Debuts in Melville](https://scifisland.com/extravacon-arrives-this-saturday-long-islands-new-pop-culture-convention-debuts-in-melville/) - ExtravaCon debuts this Saturday in Melville, bringing comics, cosplay, collectibles, and a fan-focused Comic Con experience to Long Island.
- [Ultraman Lands at Kyuramen Ramen Restaurant This November](https://scifisland.com/ultraman-lands-at-kyuramen-ramen-restaurant-this-november/) - Kyuramen’s Ultraman menu is now live through Nov. 30, featuring themed dishes, collectibles, and tie-ins to major Ultraman events.
- [New KPop Balloon Derpy Tiger Takes Flight Alongside Mario, Buzz and PAC MAN in the Thanksgiving Day Parade](https://scifisland.com/new-kpop-balloon-derpy-tiger-takes-flight-alongside-mario-buzz-and-pac-man-in-the-thanksgiving-day-parade/) - Five new balloons debut in the 2025 Thanksgiving Day Parade including Derpy Tiger, Mario, Buzz Lightyear and PAC MAN.
- [5 Things Long Island Geeks Need to Know Today (Lost Toys, Trooper Con & More)](https://scifisland.com/5-things-long-island-geeks-need-to-know-today-lost-toys-trooper-con-more/) - From new shop openings to Star Wars events and holiday markets, here are the five things Long Island fans need to know today, Tuesday, November 25.
- [5 Things to Know Today: Stranger Things Drops New Footage, Trek LI Adds a Star, and Long Island Gets a Black Friday Pop-Up With Attitude](https://scifisland.com/5-things-to-know-today-stranger-things-drops-new-footage-trek-li-adds-a-star-and-long-island-gets-a-black-friday-pop-up-with-attitude/) - Stranger Things S5 drops new footage, Trek Long Island adds a guest, ExtravaCon returns, Black Friday gets weird, and Patchogue opens a new bookstore.
- [Black Friday Edition of 5 Geeky Things You Need To Know Today](https://scifisland.com/black-friday-edition-of-5-geeky-things-you-need-to-know-today/) - Black Friday on Long Island brings horror shopping, geeky bookstores, con planning, holiday light shows, and a massive TCG marketplace.
- [Former Suffolk Police Officer Sentenced to Two Years in Jail for Running Brothel as Part of Criminal Enterprise](https://scifisland.com/former-suffolk-police-officer-sentenced-to-two-years-in-jail-for-running-brothel-as-part-of-criminal-enterprise/) - Former Suffolk officer George Trimigliozzi sentenced to two years for promoting prostitution and misconduct in a criminal enterprise run across Suffolk County.
- [Mets Owner Scores Big as State Approves Citi Field Casino Plan, After a Year of Heavy Lobbying and High Stakes](https://scifisland.com/mets-owner-scores-big-as-state-approves-citi-field-casino-plan-after-a-year-of-heavy-lobbying-and-high-stakes/) - New York’s gaming board approved three NYC casinos, including Steve Cohen’s $8B Citi Field casino. Here’s what it means for Queens.
- [Tragic Holiday House Fire in Smithtown Claims Mother and Son, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/tragic-holiday-house-fire-in-smithtown-claims-mother-and-son-police-say/) - Police identify Christine and Nicholas Lehmann as the victims of a fatal Smithtown house fire that also injured a 91-year-old resident. Investigation ongoing.
- [Thanksgiving Eve Tragedy on Long Island: Nesconset Teen Kills Ex-Girlfriend, Then Shoots Himself](https://scifisland.com/thanksgiving-eve-tragedy-on-long-island-nesconset-teen-kills-ex-girlfriend-then-shoots-himself/) - Police say a 17-year-old Nesconset boy fatally shot his ex-girlfriend before shooting himself on Thanksgiving Eve. He faces a Murder 2nd Degree charge.
- [Cold Case: 47 Years Later, Suffolk Investigators Renew Push to Identify “Montauk Mary”](https://scifisland.com/cold-case-47-years-later-suffolk-investigators-renew-push-to-identify-montauk-mary/) - Suffolk County investigators are renewing efforts to identify “Montauk Mary,” an elderly woman found shot to death in Montauk in 1978. Officials released an updated sketch.
- [Home Health Aide Indicted for Allegedly Stabbing 84-Year-Old Massapequa Patient in Her Sleep](https://scifisland.com/home-health-aide-indicted-for-allegedly-stabbing-84-year-old-massapequa-patient-in-her-sleep/) - A Queens home health aide is charged with attempted murder for allegedly stabbing her 84-year-old patient in Massapequa and holding a knife in her torso for 16 minutes.
- [Smith Point Bridge Now Single Lane as Deterioration Worsens](https://scifisland.com/smith-point-bridge-now-single-lane-as-deterioration-worsens/) - Suffolk adds single-lane restrictions to the deteriorating Smith Point Bridge after emergency weight limits as replacement plans face delays.
- [14 Charged in Long Island “Porch Pirate” Crime Ring, Prosecutors Say](https://scifisland.com/14-charged-in-long-island-porch-pirate-crime-ring-prosecutors-say/) - Suffolk DA Raymond Tierney announces indictments against 14 people accused of running a two-year porch pirate enterprise targeting homes across the county.
- [Ten Great Dive Bars on Long Island (Because Fancy Is Overrated)](https://scifisland.com/ten-great-dive-bars-on-long-island-because-fancy-is-overrated/) - 10 classic Long Island dive bars where the drinks are cheap, the vibes are real, and the dress code doesn’t exist. Local favorites from Mattituck to Long Beach.
- [Brooklyn Man Sentenced for Secretly Recording Patients in Bathrooms at Great Neck Sleep Center](https://scifisland.com/brooklyn-man-sentenced-for-secretly-recording-patients-in-bathrooms-at-great-neck-sleep-center/) - A Brooklyn man was sentenced for secretly recording patients in bathrooms at a Nassau sleep center, where hidden cameras captured victims for months.
- [Centereach Woman Admits Running Nationwide Dark Web Drug Operation](https://scifisland.com/centereach-woman-admits-running-nationwide-dark-web-drug-operation/) - A Centereach woman pleaded guilty to operating a nationwide fentanyl and cocaine ring through the dark web. She faces up to 15 years in prison.
- [Crazy Facts: How Two Red British Phone Booths Ended Up in Port Jeff](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-how-two-red-british-phone-booths-ended-up-in-port-jeff/) - Discover how Port Jefferson’s iconic red British phone booths went from a Rocky Point bar to a village landmark tied to the early days of the Dickens Festival.
- [Selden Man Found Murdered in Stony Brook, Police Investigating](https://scifisland.com/selden-man-found-murdered-in-stony-brook-police-investigating/) - Suffolk County Police are investigating the murder of a 52-year-old Selden man found injured on Shore Road in Stony Brook early Monday morning.
- [Setauket Woman Charged in Stony Brook Murder of Christopher Millwater, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/setauket-woman-charged-in-stony-brook-murder-of-christopher-millwater-police-say/) - Police arrested a Setauket woman for the stabbing death of Christopher Millwater in Stony Brook. Follows original November 10th homicide investigation.
- [Man Convicted in Suffolk County for Stabbing Girlfriend in Domestic Violence Attack](https://scifisland.com/man-convicted-in-suffolk-county-for-stabbing-girlfriend-in-domestic-violence-attack/) - A Suffolk County jury convicted Albaro Chacon of stabbing his girlfriend during a violent domestic incident. He faces up to 15 years in prison at sentencing.
- [Shake Shack Opens First Long Island Drive-Thru in Selden](https://scifisland.com/shake-shack-opens-first-long-island-drive-thru-in-selden/) - Shake Shack opens its first Long Island drive-thru in Selden on Nov. 20th.
- [Toastique Brings Its Gourmet Toast Craze to Woodbury This Winter](https://scifisland.com/toastique-brings-its-gourmet-toast-craze-to-woodbury-this-winter/) - Toastique is opening its first Long Island location in Woodbury this winter, bringing gourmet toast, smoothies, and cold-pressed juices to Jericho Turnpike.
- [The Real Story Behind the Long Island Iced Tea](https://scifisland.com/the-real-story-behind-the-long-island-iced-tea/) - Discover the real story behind the Long Island Iced Tea. From bar contests and rival origin stories to the best places to drink one on Long Island.
- [Toys R Us Returns to Long Island with Flagship Store at Tanger Outlets Deer Park](https://scifisland.com/toys-r-us-returns-to-long-island-with-flagship-store-at-tanger-outlets-deer-park/) - Toys R Us is making a big comeback on Long Island with a new flagship store opening at Tanger Outlets Deer Park just in time for the holiday season.
- [Where to Get Halloween Costumes on Long Island (Before It’s Too Late)](https://scifisland.com/where-to-get-your-halloween-costumes-on-long-island-before-its-too-late/) - From pop-up Spirit Halloween stores to year-round costume and prop shops, discover where Long Islanders go for the best Halloween costumes, masks, and makeup in Nassau and Suffolk Counties.
- [Long Island BBQ Spot Offers Free Meals Amid SNAP Cuts, Promises Thanksgiving Help](https://scifisland.com/long-island-bbq-spot-offers-free-meals-amid-snap-cuts-promises-thanksgiving-help/) - Mount Sinai’s Struggletown BBQ announced it will serve free meals to SNAP recipients beginning November 1, responding to federal suspension of food benefits.
- [Crazy Facts About the Oconee Diner’s Dazzling Christmas Tradition](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-the-oconee-diners-dazzling-christmas-tradition/) - For over 40 years, Oconee Diner head chef Bill Thompson has transformed this Islip landmark into a year-round celebration of lights and color.
- [Raising Cane’s Plans to Replace Long Island’s Last Houlihan’s with New Farmingdale Restaurant](https://scifisland.com/raising-canes-plans-to-replace-long-islands-last-houlihans-with-new-farmingdale-restaurant/) - Raising Cane’s plans a new Farmingdale location at the former Houlihan’s site on Broadhollow Road, marking another step in the chain’s Long Island expansion.
- [From Cheese to Chapters: The Bookstore Patchogue Opens on Main Street](https://scifisland.com/from-cheese-to-chapters-the-bookstore-patchogue-opens-on-main-street/) - The Bookstore Patchogue opens Nov. 12 at 20 E. Main St., blending books, cocktails, and local charm in downtown Patchogue’s newest hotspot.
- [A Long Island Favorite Is Bringing Its Famous Chicken Fingers to Plainview](https://scifisland.com/a-long-island-favorite-is-bringing-its-famous-chicken-fingers-to-plainview/) - Dominick’s Italian American Deli is opening Dom’s Famous Chicken Fingers in Plainview at Crossroads Plaza. Here’s what we know so far.
- [Crazy Facts About Smith Point: Long Island’s Wildest Beach, Bridge, and Backstory](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-smith-point-long-islands-wildest-beach-bridge-and-backstory/) - Discover crazy facts about Smith Point. From its historic bridge to rare wildlife, wild storms, lost films, and Long Island lore.
- [Port Jefferson Man Arrested After Police Find 3D-Printed Firearm Parts in Home](https://scifisland.com/port-jefferson-man-arrested-after-police-find-3d-printed-firearm-parts-in-home/) - Police arrested a Port Jefferson man after investigators allegedly found multiple 3D-printed firearm parts during a search related to a prior menacing incident.
- [Lindenhurst Man Arrested After Police Find Dozens of Weapons](https://scifisland.com/lindenhurst-man-arrested-after-police-find-dozens-of-weapons/) - A probation search in Lindenhurst led to the seizure of more than 40 weapons and the arrest of a 60-year-old man on multiple weapons charges, police said.
- [13-Year-Old Seriously Injured After E-Bike Collides With Deer in East Islip](https://scifisland.com/13-year-old-seriously-injured-after-e-bike-collides-with-deer-in-east-islip/) - A 13-year-old boy was seriously injured after his e-bike collided with a deer on Woodland Drive in East Islip. Suffolk Police are investigating.
- [Man Arrested After Three Gunpoint Robbery Incidents in 24 Hours, Police Say](https://scifisland.com/man-arrested-after-three-gunpoint-robbery-incidents-in-24-hours-police-say/) - Police say a 52-year-old man was arrested after a robbery and two attempted robberies in Holtsville and Huntington Station during a 24-hour span.
- [Did You Miss Northern Lights Dazzle Long Island? You Might Catch Them Again Tonight](https://scifisland.com/did-you-miss-northern-lights-dazzle-long-island-you-might-catch-them-again-tonight/) - A powerful solar storm lit up Long Island’s skies Tuesday—and forecasters say the Northern Lights could be visible again tonight.
- [Four Indicted for Armed Robbery at Middle Island Apartment Complex](https://scifisland.com/four-indicted-for-armed-robbery-at-middle-island-apartment-complex/) - Four suspects, including two teens, have been indicted for a gunpoint robbery in Middle Island after allegedly luring a victim under false pretenses.
- [Syosset Teen Arrested in Fatal Stabbing of 15-Year-Old During West Babylon Party](https://scifisland.com/syosset-teen-arrested-in-fatal-stabbing-of-15-year-old-during-west-babylon-party/) - Police say a 17-year-old from Syosset was charged with murder in the stabbing death of 15-year-old Liam Delemo at a West Babylon party.
- [One Man Dead, Another Injured After Boat Capsizes Near Fire Island Inlet](https://scifisland.com/one-man-dead-another-injured-after-boat-capsizes-near-fire-island-inlet/) - One man was killed and another injured when their boat capsized in rough waters near Fire Island Inlet, according to Suffolk County Police.
- [‘Strange New Worlds’ Star Dan Jeannotte Beams Into Trek Long Island 2026](https://scifisland.com/strange-new-worlds-star-dan-jeannotte-beams-into-trek-long-island-2026/) - Star Trek: Strange New Worlds actor Dan Jeannotte, who plays Sam Kirk, will appear at Trek Long Island 2026, June 12–14. Celebrate all things Trek.
- [Five Men Indicted in Armed Carjacking at Ronkonkoma Train Station, Suffolk DA Says](https://scifisland.com/five-men-indicted-in-armed-carjacking-at-ronkonkoma-train-station-suffolk-da-says/) - Five men face up to 25 years in prison after allegedly robbing two victims at gunpoint and carjacking a Mercedes at the Ronkonkoma LIRR station.
- [Sugar Plum Ball & Galactic Gala Returns to Long Island With Jedi, Magic, and Heart](https://scifisland.com/sugar-plum-ball-galactic-gala-returns-to-long-island-with-jedi-magic-and-heart/) - Jedi meet princesses at CP Nassau’s Sugar Plum Ball & Galactic Gala on Dec. 7 at The Fox Hollow. All proceeds support children and adults with disabilities.
- [Crazy Facts About Brian Setzer (Massapequa’s Pompadour in Chief)](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-brian-setzer-massapequas-pompadour-in-chief/) - From Massapequa to MTV, Brian Setzer redefined rockabilly and big band swing with the Stray Cats and his own orchestra.
- [The Doctor Will Return: BBC Confirms 2026 Christmas Special and Future Plans for Doctor Who](https://scifisland.com/the-doctor-will-return-bbc-confirms-2026-christmas-special-and-future-plans-for-doctor-who/) - The BBC confirms a 2026 Doctor Who Christmas special written by Russell T Davies, plus updates on The War Between the Land and the Sea and Long Island Who 2026.
- [From Elmont to Plum Island: Nelson DeMille’s Very Long Island Life](https://scifisland.com/from-elmont-to-plum-island-nelson-demille-long-island-life/) - A Long Island–rooted look at Nelson DeMille: Elmont childhood, Vietnam service, pencil-on-legal-pad process, Plum Island, and a hometown farewell.
- [The Orionids Light Up Long Island’s Skies This Week! Don’t Miss the Meteor Shower Born from Halley’s Comet](https://scifisland.com/the-orionids-light-up-long-islands-skies-this-week-dont-miss-the-meteor-shower-born-from-halleys-comet/) - The Orionid meteor shower is peaking, lighting up Long Island’s skies with debris from Halley’s Comet. Here’s when and where to watch the show.
- [Crazy Facts About Fireworks by Grucci: Long Island’s First Family of Flash](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-fireworks-by-grucci-long-islands-first-family-of-flash/) - Discover how Fireworks by Grucci rose from Bellport to global fame, setting world records and lighting up the skies as Long Island’s First Family of Flash.
- [Ultimate Guide to Long Island Cons For 2025](https://scifisland.com/ultimate-guide-to-long-island-cons-for-2025/) - No matter what universe you call home (we’ll take them all, thank you!), Long Island’s 2025 conventions are your gateway to geekdom. Whether you’re suiting up as a cosplayer, celebrating as a Whovian, Trekkie, Jedi, or gamer, you’ll find your tribe here. Shop for exclusive merch, add rare comics to your collection, and meet your
- [Trek Long Island Beams Back June 2026 with “What Happens on Risa” Theme](https://scifisland.com/trek-long-island-beams-back-june-2026-with-what-happens-on-risa-theme/) - Trek Long Island returns June 12–14, 2026, with a Risa theme and guests including Nana Visitor, Jennifer Hetrick, Musetta Vander, and Deirdre Imershein.
- [Sci-Fi, Fantasy and Horror Is the Binding at Book and Mortar Bookstore in Mount Sinai](https://scifisland.com/sci-fi-fantasy-and-horror-is-the-glue-at-book-and-mortar-bookstore-in-mount-sinai/) - Discover Book and Mortar in Mount Sinai, a cozy indie bookstore devoted to sci-fi, fantasy, and horror with community events and Victorian charm.
- [Long Island Star Wars Cosplayers Bring the Force to New York Comic Con](https://scifisland.com/long-island-star-wars-cosplayers-bring-the-force-to-new-york-comic-con/) - Long Island’s Star Wars clubs head to New York Comic Con, raising funds for Make-A-Wish and spreading hope across the galaxy.
- [Reading Middle-earth: My Journey Through Tolkien’s Legendarium Begins with The Fall of Gondolin](https://scifisland.com/reading-middle-earth-my-journey-through-tolkiens-legendarium-begins-with-the-fall-of-gondolin/) - Exploring Tolkien’s first Middle-earth tale, The Fall of Gondolin, as I begin a full journey through the legendarium and The History of Middle-earth series.
- [Hey You Guys! Corey Feldman and Kerri Green Reunite for a Goonies Movie Night Adventure](https://scifisland.com/hey-you-guys-corey-feldman-and-kerri-green-reunite-for-the-goonies-movie-night-adventure/) - Corey Feldman and Kerri Green reunite for The Goonies screening, Q&A, and VIP meet and greet on March 22, 2026 at the Patchogue Theatre.
- [The History and Montauk Legacy of the La Amistad](https://scifisland.com/the-history-and-montauk-legacy-of-the-la-amistad/) - Discover how the 1839 La Amistad rebellion reached Montauk’s shores and shaped history, inspiring Amistad Day and a lasting Long Island legacy.
- [A Galaxy Far, Far Away is Coming to Long Island With Premier of Troopercon 2025 This December](https://scifisland.com/a-galaxy-far-far-away-is-coming-to-long-island-with-premier-of-troopercon-2025-this-december/) - By Salomé Davoudiasl Troopercon is set to bring a galaxy far, far, away closer to home this winter, promising Star Wars fans not just a celebration of the franchise, but a deeper look into the people who use the saga’s iconic villains to do good in the community. The event is free and open to
- [Long Island Gets a New Comic Con: ExtravaCon 2025](https://scifisland.com/long-island-gets-a-new-comic-con-extravacon-2025/) - Teacher Rebecca Seepersad launches ExtravaCon Nov. 15, 2025 at Suffolk’s SFCU Arena, bringing comics, cosplay, gaming, and family fun to Long Island.
- [Maker Faire Long Island Brings Fire, Fantasy, and Future Tech to Stony Brook](https://scifisland.com/robots-dragons-and-darth-vader-at-maker-faire-long-island/) - From fire-breathing art to Star Wars props, Maker Faire Long Island drew 2,000 fans to Stony Brook for a day of invention, STEM, and imagination.
- [Maker Faire Long Island Returns with Robots, Fire-Breathing Dragons, and Star Wars Magic](https://scifisland.com/maker-faire-long-island-returns-with-robots-fire-breathing-dragons-and-star-wars-magic/) - The “Greatest Show (and Tell) on Earth” is coming back to Long Island, and this year it’s bigger, bolder, and bursting with fire-breathing dragons. The 8th annual Maker Faire Long Island takes place Sunday, September 14, 2025, at its brand-new home, Stony Brook University’s Student Activity Center, coinciding with the Long Island Explorium’s 20th anniversary.
- [Boat Catches Fire, Sinks Overnight in Port Jefferson Harbor](https://scifisland.com/boat-catches-fire-sinks-overnight-in-port-jefferson-harbor/) - A 40-foot boat caught fire overnight in Port Jefferson Harbor. Fire crews battled wind and rain before the vessel sank stern-first. No injuries reported.
- [Crazy Facts About Debbie Gibson](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-debbie-gibson/) - From Merrick’s garage to global stardom, Debbie Gibson has record-breaking hits, Broadway roles, and memoir prove she’s still forever Electric Youth.
- [Crazy Facts About the North Shore Rail Trail: From Abandoned Tracks to a Biker’s Paradise](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-the-north-shore-rail-trail-from-abandoned-tracks-to-a-bikers-paradise/) - Discover the wild history of the North Shore Rail Trail, a 10-mile path from Port Jefferson to Wading River that took 50 years to complete.
- [Olivia Youngers Is the Sci-Fi Multihyphenate You Didn’t Know You Needed](https://scifisland.com/olivia-youngers-is-the-sci-fi-multihyphenate-you-didnt-know-you-needed/) - Olivia Youngers shows up in the quirkiest, awesomest places when it comes to Sci-Fi. Let’s check it down. Top of the geek list is her role as Ensign Riggs on the third season of Star Trek: Picard. According to Memory Alpha, "Ensign Riggs was a Human female Starfleet officer who served in the sciences division
- [Freeport Native Joe Kelly Returns Home for Exclusive Library Talk](https://scifisland.com/freeport-native-joe-kelly-returns-home-for-exclusive-library-talk/) - Freeport Memorial Library hosts comic legend Joe Kelly on Sept. 9 for a free Q&A moderated by Darren Paltrowitz. RSVP required.
- [Crazy Facts About Long Island’s Power: From Freeport’s First Lights to Montauk’s Wind-Powered Future](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-long-islands-power-from-freeports-first-lights-to-montauks-wind-powered-future/) - Discover the history of Long Island’s power, from Freeport’s first lights and LILCO’s rise to today’s offshore wind farms shaping Montauk’s future.
- [From Egg Sales to Architecture Icon: The Story of The Big Duck](https://scifisland.com/from-egg-sales-to-architecture-icon-the-story-of-the-big-duck/) - The Big Duck isn’t just a giant bird-shaped building; it’s a symbol of Long Island’s farming history and a pioneering example of “novelty architecture.”
- [Prohibition Hideouts and Floating Dreams: The Untold Story of Long Island's Bay Houses](https://scifisland.com/prohibition-hideouts-and-floating-dreams-the-untold-story-of-long-islands-bay-houses/) - Nestled within the marshy landscapes of Long Island’s Hempstead Bay are the remnants of a centuries-old tradition: bay houses. These charming yet rugged structures, perched precariously on stilts, have weathered storms, Prohibition raids, and conservation efforts. Built by baymen as early as the 1600s, these quirky homes hold fascinating stories that blend survival, innovation, and
- [Long Island to Connecticut: 80 Years of Bridge and Tunnel Ambitions](https://scifisland.com/long-island-to-connecticut-80-years-of-bridge-and-tunnel-ambitions/) - The idea of a bridge to Connecticut from Long Island - or even to Westchester and Rhode Island - has been around for over 80 years.
- [The Jones Beach Water Tower: A Long Island Landmark with a Storied Past](https://scifisland.com/the-jones-beach-water-tower-a-long-island-landmark-with-a-storied-past/) - The Jones Beach Water Tower has long been a symbol of the stunning beachside park, captivating visitors with its distinctive shape and history.
- [Plum Island: You Can’t Go There—But Here’s Everything You Want to Know About It](https://scifisland.com/plum-island-you-cant-go-there-but-heres-everything-you-want-to-know-about-it/) - Off the eastern tip of Long Island, just past Orient Point, sits Plum Island - a place most Long Islanders know by name, but few know much about.
- [After 168 Years, St. James General Store Gets Its 15 Minutes of Fame](https://scifisland.com/after-168-years-st-james-general-store-gets-its-15-minutes-of-fame/) - After more than a century and a half serving locals and out-of-towners, St. James General Store is suddenly enjoying viral fame.
- [10 Crazy (and True) Facts About the Long Island Paumanok Trail](https://scifisland.com/10-crazy-and-true-facts-about-the-long-island-paumanok-trail/) - If you've ever dreamed of walking across the length of Long Island without setting foot on a sidewalk or waiting at a red light—good news, it’s (almost) possible. Enter the Paumanok Trail, a 125-mile hiking path that cuts across the Pine Barrens, glacial hills, and sleepy hamlets, ending dramatically at Montauk Point like the last
- [A Glimpse of Fire Island in 1901: Rare Photo from the LIRR Archives](https://scifisland.com/a-glimpse-of-fire-island-in-1901-rare-photo-from-the-lirr-archives/) - Long before social media turned sunsets into advertising, the Long Island Rail Road was already on the case—using photography to market the island's natural beauty. One such example? A striking image of the Fire Island Lighthouse from the turn of the 20th century. The photo comes from a 1901 book titled Unique Long Island Camera
- [Jones Beach Theater History: From Wooden Stage to Rock Legend](https://scifisland.com/jones-beach-theater-history-from-wooden-stage-to-rock-legend/) - For Long Islanders, a summer night at Jones Beach Theater is almost a rite of passage: the sun setting over Zach’s Bay, the smell of salt air, and 15,000 fans belting out lyrics together. But the theater’s story is as dramatic as anything that’s ever played on its stage—storms, yachts, moats, and even Viking ships.
- [Updated: JetBlue Flight From Islip Makes Emergency Landing at JFK After Mid-Air Engine Failure](https://scifisland.com/jetblue-flight-from-islip-makes-emergency-landing-at-jfk-after-mid-air-engine-failure/) - A JetBlue Airways Airbus A320 made an emergency landing at John F. Kennedy International Airport on August 13th after one of its engines suffered a catastrophic failure shortly after takeoff from Long Island MacArthur Airport, officials said. "We can confirm that JetBlue did have an emergency after takeoff from ISP," said Caroline Smith, Spokesperson, Town
- [Quack, Crack, and Swing: Crazy Facts About the Long Island Ducks Baseball Team](https://scifisland.com/quack-crack-and-swing-crazy-facts-about-the-long-island-ducks-baseball-team/) - A history and some crazy facts about The Long Island Ducks baseball team.
- [Long Island Stargazers Get Ready: Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks August 12–13, 2025](https://scifisland.com/long-island-stargazers-get-ready-perseid-meteor-shower-peaks-august-12-13-2025/) - The Perseid meteor shower returns this summer to Long Island skies from July 17 through August 23, with its peak forecast during the nights of August 12–13. Known for its colorful streaks and vivid fireballs, the Perseids originate from debris shed by comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle, which leaves behind a trail of particles that burn in Earth’s
- [Another Record Fundraiser For Sci-Fi Mini-Con in 2025 For Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County](https://scifisland.com/another-record-fundraiser-for-sci-fi-mini-con-in-2025-for-cerebral-palsy-association-of-nassau-county/) - From noon until 5pm on Saturday, July 19th, the 4th Annual CPNassau Sci-Fi Mini-Con was held at Levittown Hall in Hicksville, a half-day event to bring together celebrities, cosplayers, vendors, and fans for a day of sci-fi fun while supporting the Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County. Once again, the Sci-Fi Mini-Con built on its
- [Talking Trek With Enterprise Actor John Billingsley AKA Dr. Phlox](https://scifisland.com/talking-trek-with-enterprise-actor-john-billingsley-aka-dr-phlox/) - We got to sit down with Star Trek actor John Billingsley AKA Dr. Phlox from STar Trek: Enterprise prior to his appearance at Trek Long Island this year. We discussed an array of topics from the cultural implications of his character to discussing his wife, actress Bonnie Friedericy, and her role on Star Trek: Enterprise
- [History Photo: Long Beach Lager Delivery, 1890 Style](https://scifisland.com/history-photo-long-beach-lager-delivery-1890-style/) - It wasn’t always flip-flops and sunscreen along Nassau County’s southern shore. Sometime around 1890, beachgoers in what is now Long Beach might have caught sight of something far less expected than a volleyball game—a horse-drawn wagon rolling across the sand. This vintage photo, taken by photographer James Henry Work, captures a group of people enjoying
- [Crazy Facts About Scrabble – Made Right Here on Long Island](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-scrabble-made-right-here-on-long-island/) - From the 1950s through the early '70s, SCRABBLE, the world’s most famous word game was manufactured in Bay Shore. That’s right, before it became a global obsession, Scrabble had a stopover in Suffolk County. Here are some crazy facts about Scrabble, its quirky inventor, and its Long Island legacy. Scrabble Was Born in the Depression,
- [Back to the Future Meets Night of the Comet at 4th Annual Sci-Fi Mini-Con](https://scifisland.com/back-to-the-future-meets-night-of-the-comet-at-4th-annual-sci-fi-mini-con/) - Where can you go to watch Jawas disco with Stormtroopers, discover not one, not two, but three times machines, pick up that latest Funko, and get your retro 80s fix with the star of Night of the Comet and The Last Starfighter all while raising money for a great cause? That was at Levittown Hall
- [Billy Joel Subject of New HBO Max Doc](https://scifisland.com/billy-joel-subject-of-new-hbo-max-doc/) - Billy Joel: And So It Goes premieres July 18 and 25 on HBO Max, telling the story about Long Island's favorite rock and roller. HBO Max says the documentary "examines the love, loss, and personal struggles that fuel Billy Joel's songwriting." The documentary is an expansive portrait of Billy Joel, the six-time GRAMMY®-winning, Rock &
- [Newsday Features SciFiSland’s Lon Cohen in Deep Dive on Why Superman Still Matters in 2025](https://scifisland.com/newsday-features-scifislands-lon-cohen-in-deep-dive-on-why-superman-still-matters-in-2025/) - What does Superman still mean to us in 2025? That’s the question Newsday’s Entertainment Editor Rafer Guzmán explored in a recent story, featuring insights from SciFiSland.com’s own Editor and Publisher Lon Cohen. Alongside local superfans and comic shop owners across Long Island, Cohen shared why James Gunn’s upcoming Superman reboot, flying into theaters on Thursday,
- [Sci-Fi Mini-Con Returns to Hicksville With Cosplay, Celebrities and a Cause](https://scifisland.com/sci-fi-mini-con-returns-to-hicksville-with-cosplay-celebrities-and-a-cause/) - Fourth annual event raises funds for the Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County. The force, and a whole lot of fandom, is heading to Hicksville this summer as the Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County hosts its fourth annual Sci-Fi Mini-Con on Saturday, July 19, from noon to 5 p.m. at Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown
- [What’s Alex Diehl’s Deal? From Dancer to Synth on Star Trek: Picard](https://scifisland.com/whats-alex-diehls-deal-from-dancer-to-synth-on-star-trek-picard/) - Dancer, actor, AI. Alex Diehl has a twisting tale to tell on his journey from arabesque to android. Diehl was a dancer who after recovering from an injury discovered yoga practice and that in turn informed his portrayal of Synth Unit F8, among others, in his role on Star Trek: Picard. But that wasn’t the
- [Elena Juatco Turned Her Star Trek Discovery Role as an Efrosian Archivist into a Tribute to Motherhood and Memory](https://scifisland.com/elena-juatco-turned-her-star-trek-discovery-role-as-an-efrosian-archivist-into-a-tribute-to-motherhood-and-memory/) - Efrosian, librarian, and future hockey mom*. Elena Juatco stepped into Star Trek and immediately created an iconic character on season 5 episode of Discovery titled “Labyrinths.” She is the first female Efrosian seen in the Star Trek universe and the first named of that species, Hy'Rell is the keeper of ancient artifacts in a massive
- [The Legend of the Lady of the Lake of Lake Ronkonkoma](https://scifisland.com/the-legend-of-the-lady-of-the-lake-of-lake-ronkonkoma/) - If you’ve lived on Long Island long enough, chances are you’ve heard someone say: Don’t swim in Lake Ronkonkoma because it takes one male every year. Welcome to the story of Tuskawanta, better known as the Lady of the Lake. Love Letters, Loss, and a Legacy of Death: The Lady of the Lake Lore The
- [Eternal Con 2025 Unveils First Wave of Celebrity Guests](https://scifisland.com/eternal-con-2025-unveils-first-wave-of-celebrity-guests/) - Eternal Con has announced its initial lineup of celebrity guests for the 2025 convention, scheduled for July 12–13 at Hofstra University’s David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex in Hempstead. According to the event's website, autographs and photo opportunities will be available for all listed guests. It's currently unclear if additional guests will be announced
- [Maker Faire Long Island Announces New Date and Location for 2025 at Stony Brook University](https://scifisland.com/maker-faire-long-island-announces-new-date-and-location-for-2025-at-stony-brook-university/) - The beloved celebration of creativity and invention is heading to a bigger stage. Maker Faire Long Island will return Sunday, September 14, 2025 – this time at Stony Brook University. After years of colorful chaos and community ingenuity in Port Jefferson, the island’s premiere hands-on tech and arts showcase is packing up its robots, rockets,
- [Crazy Facts About How Long Island Was Formed](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-how-long-island-was-formed/) - You’re standing on the leftovers of a 60,000-year-old glacier. Seriously. Long Island didn’t just show up one day with bagels and beach traffic. It was bulldozed into place by a mile-thick wall of ice, slammed with waves, and is still getting a makeover from Mother Nature. Here’s the bizarre, beautiful, and sandy story of how
- [What Is 4DX? Long Island’s Most Immersive Movie Experience Just Leveled Up at These Two Theaters](https://scifisland.com/what-is-4dx-long-islands-most-immersive-movie-experience-just-leveled-up-at-these-two-theaters/) - If you’ve ever wished your movie seat could fight back during a Marvel battle or shake during a T. rex stomp, welcome to the world of 4DX. This next-level movie tech adds motion, scent, wind, fog, and even lightning to your favorite blockbusters turning an ordinary theater visit into a full-body experience. And yes, Long
- [Step Into the Middle Ages at Farmingdale’s 5th Annual Medieval History Day](https://scifisland.com/step-into-the-middle-ages-at-farmingdales-5th-annual-medieval-history-day/) - Hear ye, hear ye! The Fifth Annual Farmingdale Medieval History Day returns to the Village Green on Saturday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., hosted by the Canton of Lions End, part of the Crown Province of Østgarðr. This free, family-friendly event at 361 Main Street in Farmingdale invites the community to experience
- [The Force Was Strong and the Fallout Fierce at Cradle-Con 2025](https://scifisland.com/the-force-was-strong-and-the-fallout-fierce-at-cradle-con-2025/) - Over the weekend the spectacle of cosplayers, comic book creators, artisans, and vendors of vintage toys all descended on the Cradle of Aviation Museum for Cradle-Con, the zenith in fan conventions on Long Island, which took place Saturday and Sunday, May 17th and 18th. The halls and antechambers of the convention center and museum were
- [Battery Storage Facility Approved for Site of Former Shoreham Nuclear Power Plant](https://scifisland.com/battery-storage-facility-approved-for-site-of-former-shoreham-nuclear-power-plant/) - The long-dormant Shoreham Nuclear Power Plant site is poised to play a new role in Long Island’s energy future. The Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) has approved a 20-year contract with developer Key Capture Energy to build a 50-megawatt battery energy storage system (BESS) on a two-acre section of the 57-acre property, bringing state-of-the-art clean
- [Newsday’s 1964 Film Is a Love Letter to Suburban Long Island](https://scifisland.com/newsdays-1964-film-is-a-love-letter-to-suburban-long-island/) - Long before social media and smartphones, a proud 1964 promotional film captured the essence of midcentury Long Island—and the newspaper that helped shape it. Titled Dateline: Long Island, this half-hour short was originally produced by Newsday and serves as both a nostalgic time capsule and a chest-thumping declaration of suburban promise. It’s filled with vintage
- [The Stranger, the Star, the Storyteller: Long Island’s Own Billy Joel Like You’ve Never Seen Him](https://scifisland.com/the-stranger-the-star-the-storyteller-long-islands-own-billy-joel-like-youve-never-seen-him/) - Billy Joel might be the only person alive who can sell out Madison Square Garden for the hundredth time and still seem like someone you could run into at a bagel shop in Oyster Bay. He hasn’t released a new pop album in over two decades, but that hasn’t slowed him down, if anything, it’s
- [Game On and Hang Out: East End Gaming Levels Up Local Connection](https://scifisland.com/game-on-and-hang-out-east-end-gaming-levels-up-local-connection/) - By Fatima Ortega Guevara Everyone who comes here knows that it’s more than meets the eye. East End Gaming in Oakdale is a vibrant community hub where friendships are made through a shared love of games and trading cards. Music fills the store as customers shop around, while others sit at the tables with their
- [Look Up, Long Island: Catch the Last Meteor Showers of 2024!](https://scifisland.com/look-up-long-island-catch-the-last-meteor-showers-of-2024/) - Click here to get the complete 2025 guide to meteor showers over Long Island. As the year wraps up, the night sky over Long Island promises a dazzling finale with the last two meteor showers of 2024: the Geminids and Ursids. Whether you’re an astronomy enthusiast or just love the beauty of the stars, these
- [2024 Solar Eclipse Watch Parties on Long Island & Where to Get Your Viewing Glasses](https://scifisland.com/2024-solar-eclipse-watch-parties-on-long-island-where-to-get-your-viewing-glasses/) - On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America cutting right through New York State. Unfortunately Long Island is not in the band of totality - you will have to travel to Buffalo for that - but we islanders will get a partial view of the eclipse. When: Monday, April 8, 2024
- [Fun Things To Do on Long Island For Star Wars Day 2025](https://scifisland.com/fun-things-to-do-on-long-island-for-star-wars-day-2025/) - May the Fourth Be With You, Long Island! Whether you're a Rebel, a Sith, or just in it for the snacks, Star Wars Day is blasting onto Long Island with lightsaber duels, galactic pub crawls, scavenger hunts, and themed treats across the galaxy—er, Island. From family-friendly adventures to 21+ Cantina Crawls, local businesses and communities
- [Headless Comet Ends in a ‘Blaze of Gory’—But One Halloween Comet Still Shines on Long Island](https://scifisland.com/headless-comet-ends-in-a-blaze-of-gory-but-one-halloween-comet-still-shines-on-long-island/) - Comet C/2024 S1 (ATLAS), initially dubbed the “Halloween Comet" or "Headless Comet" disintegrated on October 28 during its close pass around the sun, dashing hopes of a dramatic display.
- [NASA is Hiring Astronauts!](https://scifisland.com/nasa-is-hiring-astronauts/) - In a post on Facebook, NASA invited anyone who wants to go to Mars to put in an application. “Have you looked all around the world for your dream job?” the post reads. “Maybe it's time to look beyond.” According to NASA, astronaut requirements have changed with NASA’s goals and missions. Today, to be considered
- [Boom in Trading Cards Leads to New and Improved LI TCG Show](https://scifisland.com/boom-in-trading-cards-leads-to-new-and-improved-li-tcg-show/) - By Aidan Steng Riding high off a recent explosion of popularity in the trading card game (TCG) market, Seepersad Entertainment's Long Island Trading Card Game Show had the makings of a collector’s dream. The event was hosted on May 3 and 4 but this time around had a new look, as it moved from its
- [Crowds Marvel at Free Comic Book Day on Long Island](https://scifisland.com/crowds-marvel-at-free-comic-book-day-on-long-island/) - By Mariam Guirgis Local comic book shops across Long Island welcomed hundreds of fans on Saturday, May 3, for Free Comic Book Day, one of the comic book industry’s biggest annual events. Stores like 4th World Comics in Smithtown and Red Shirt Comics in Port Jefferson gave away hundreds of free comics while celebrating community,
- [Guide to Free Comic Book Day on Long Island, Saturday, May 3, 2025](https://scifisland.com/guide-to-free-comic-book-day-on-long-island-saturday-may-3-2025/) - Below we list all the spots you can go to across Long Island and what deals and special events they will be offering on Free Comic Book Day for 2025! Let us know where you plan to go and send us pics, comments and feedback here or on social media! NOTE: Many Comic book shops
- [Lakeview Cemetery: The Patchogue Graveyard Full of Poets, Patriots, and Possibly Ghosts](https://scifisland.com/lakeview-cemetery-the-patchogue-graveyard-full-of-poets-patriots-and-possibly-ghosts/) - By Isabella Scuteri In 1791, the burial grounds of Lakeview Cemetery began behind the Union Church located on the corner of Waverly Avenue and West Main Street. The church isn't standing today but the original property was shared by Baptists, Congregationalists, Presbyterians, and Episcopal Methodists (who were later referred to as Methodists). Presently, there is
- [Tropic Con Cosplay Contest Levels Up in 2025 with More Prizes, More Craft, More Community](https://scifisland.com/tropic-con-cosplay-contest-levels-up-in-2025-with-more-prizes-more-craft-more-community/) - By Salva Montella Looking for a local cosplay event? Look no further. The Long Island Tropic Con (LITC) Cosplay Championship is back—and this year, it’s leveling up in a big way. With an expanded prize pool, upgraded judging standards, and a strong focus on inclusivity and safety, the championship is positioning itself as a must-attend
- [Look Up, Long Island: A Smiley Face in the Sky Will Greet Early Risers on April 25](https://scifisland.com/look-up-long-island-a-smiley-face-in-the-sky-will-greet-early-risers-on-april-25/) - A rare planetary alignment will give us a chance to spot what’s being called a smiley face moon.
- [Long Island’s Eternal Con Is Back for 2025—And Fans Are Already Talking](https://scifisland.com/long-islands-eternal-con-is-back-for-2025-and-fans-are-already-talking/) - After more than two years of silence, Eternal Con has officially reappeared. The beloved Long Island comic convention quietly updated its website and social media accounts last week to reveal dates for a 2025 return: July 12–13 at Hofstra University’s David S. Mack Complex in Hempstead. While fans have been buzzing online and searching for
- [Doctor Who Fans Find Their Home at LI Who Convention This August](https://scifisland.com/doctor-who-fans-find-their-home-at-li-who-convention-this-august/) - By John Segreto Every year, a ripple in space and time brings hundreds of Doctor Who fans to Long Island—not for just another fan convention, but for one that still feels personal. Since its 2013 debut, LI Who has become Long Island’s premier Doctor Who convention by staying true to its roots: fan-first, intimate, and
- [Harvey Milk: The Civil Rights Trailblazer Who Grew Up on Long Island](https://scifisland.com/harvey-milk-the-civil-rights-trailblazer-who-grew-up-on-long-island/) - Before he was a symbol of hope, a civil rights hero, or an Oscar-winning biopic, Harvey Milk was just a Jewish kid from Woodmere with a Long Island accent and a knack for challenging the status quo. Born in 1930, Milk was the youngest son in a tight-knit family and the grandson of Morris Milk,
- [Swinging Through Long Island: A Journey Into the Heart of Jazz](https://scifisland.com/swinging-through-long-island-a-journey-into-the-heart-of-jazz/) - By Sumaq Killari You might not know but Long Island, a place famous for its quiet suburban life, has also been home to a vibrant jazz scenario for decades. The Jazz Loft in Stony Brook continues to inspire locals, college students, and musicians, who gather on Wednesday nights to improvise to the sounds of the
- [The Last Track Standing: Crazy Facts About Riverhead Raceway](https://scifisland.com/the-last-track-standing-crazy-facts-about-riverhead-raceway/) - On any given Saturday night, if you're near Exit 73 off the LIE and hear the sound of roaring engines and crunching metal, don’t panic—it’s just another night at Riverhead Raceway. This quarter-mile bullring is one of Long Island’s most chaotic and beloved institutions, mixing NASCAR glory with demolition derby madness and even a dash
- [Lynbrook Library Nominated for Historic Recognition, Crazy Facts From Bookworms to Beaux-Arts](https://scifisland.com/lynbrook-library-nominated-for-historic-recognition-crazy-facts-from-bookworms-to-beaux-arts/) - This isn’t just any local library. Lynbrook library is a full-blown Neoclassical Revival masterpiece featuring Ionic columns, Beaux-Arts flair, and a carved bust of Athena watching over it.
- [From ATMs to Aviation: Historic Long Island Firsts That Changed America](https://scifisland.com/from-atms-to-aviation-historic-long-island-firsts-that-changed-america/) - When it comes to making history, Long Islanders never hesitate to step up first (or fly, sail, or swipe their cards, as the case may be). Beyond beaches and bagels, the Island boasts an impressive collection of historical "firsts"—each groundbreaking event leaving its own quirky footprint on American history. Check out these impressive Long Island
- [Before Pong, There Was Brookhaven: Long Island's Video Game First](https://scifisland.com/before-pong-there-was-brookhaven-long-islands-video-game-first/) - Before arcades. Before Nintendo. Before Atari. Long before kids argued over who got next on the joystick, Long Islanders were already lining up to play video games—in a science lab. That’s right. In 1958, Brookhaven National Laboratory unveiled something the world had never seen before: a two-player electronic tennis game displayed on an oscilloscope. It
- [Crazy Facts About the Middle Grounds Lighthouse](https://scifisland.com/crazy-facts-about-the-middle-grounds-lighthouse/) - Also known as Stratford Shoal Light, Middle Grounds Lighthouse, or "That Thing You See From the Ferry" Halfway between Port Jefferson and Bridgeport sits a granite fortress that flashes every five seconds and has kept boaters guessing for nearly 150 years. It’s been a light station, a no-man’s-land, and the centerpiece of a federal-state tug-of-war.
- [The 56th Fighter Group's Wild Ride on Long Island: WWII Planes, Beer Cheese Soup, and Back Taxes](https://scifisland.com/the-56th-fighter-groups-wild-ride-on-long-island-wwii-planes-beer-cheese-soup-and-back-taxes/) - For decades, the 56th Fighter Group Restaurant stood as one of the most unique and nostalgic dining spots on Long Island. Located on the grounds of Republic Airport in East Farmingdale—once a hub for WWII aircraft production—it offered more than just food. It was a fully immersive tribute to the warbirds and pilots of the
- [Talk to George Washington (Seriously) Thanks to AI at Raynham Hall in Oyster Bay](https://scifisland.com/talk-to-george-washington-seriously-thanks-to-ai-at-raynham-hall-in-oyster-bay/) - Ever wanted to ask George Washington what was really going through his mind during the Battle of Long Island? Or how he felt about British tea? Now’s your chance—sort of. In a historical-meets-high-tech twist, Raynham Hall Museum in Oyster Bay is giving Long Islanders the chance to chat with the nation’s first president, courtesy of
- [Book Returned to Emma Clark Library - 56 Years Overdue!](https://scifisland.com/book-returned-to-emma-clark-library-56-years-overdue/) - Somewhere between Woodstock and Watergate, someone borrowed a book from Emma S. Clark Memorial Library in Setauket—and forgot to give it back. Fast-forward 56 years, and the long-lost title has reappeared, possibly after spending decades sandwiched between shag carpet catalogs and back issues of Soviet Life. The book, The Soviet People and Their Society: From
- [Beloved Long Island Restaurants That Are No Longer Around](https://scifisland.com/beloved-long-island-restaurants-that-are-no-longer-around/) - Long Island’s food scene is constantly evolving, but for many of us, some restaurants never truly left—they just live rent-free in our memories. Whether it was the burger spot with a toy train, the lakeside German inn, or the steakhouse with a gunshot in the commercial, these places were more than restaurants—they were part of
- [Tabletop Gaming Takes Flight at Aviation Museum With Long Island Tabletop Gaming Expo](https://scifisland.com/tabletop-gaming-takes-flight-at-aviation-museum-with-long-island-tabletop-gaming-expo/) - By Aidan Steng While the tabletop culture on Long Island may still have an underground feel to it, Long Island Tabletop Gaming is attempting to change that. Housed by the Cradle of Aviation Museum, the group hosted its annual Long Island Tabletop Gaming Expo on April 5 and 6. The event was the site of
- [New York Comic Con 2025 Gears Up for Another Pop Culture Takeover](https://scifisland.com/new-york-comic-con-2025-gears-up-for-another-pop-culture-takeover/) - New York Comic Con is back this fall with a four-day fan extravaganza set for Thursday, October 9 through Sunday, October 12, 2025.
- [We're Not Gonna Fake It: Crazy Facts About Long Island's Twisted Sister](https://scifisland.com/were-not-gonna-fake-it-crazy-facts-about-long-islands-twisted-sister/) - You’ve headbanged to "I Wanna Rock" at Mulcahy’s more times than you care to admit—but did you know Long Island’s iconic glam-metal rockers, Twisted Sister, were once called Silverstar? No glam, no Dee, and based out of a tiny town in New Jersey called Ho-Ho-Kus (yes, really). Twisted Sister might have eventually owned MTV, but
- [Trek Long Island Boldly Grows: Sci-Fi, Inclusion, and Party Vibes](https://scifisland.com/trek-long-island-boldly-grows-sci-fi-inclusion-and-party-vibes/) - By John Segreto For the past three years, Trek Long Island has grown into a must-attend event for Star Trek fans, with founder Stefanie Gangone at the helm of its evolution. What began as a passion project has transformed into a full-scale, thriving convention—drawing attendees who share a love for the iconic sci-fi franchise and
- [Good Brain! Science Says It Doesn’t Care If It’s Klingon, Elvish, or English](https://scifisland.com/good-brain-science-says-it-doesnt-care-if-its-klingon-elvish-or-english/) - New MIT study shows your brain processes sci-fi and fantasy languages just like real ones.
- [As Long Island TCG Show Evolves, It Catches Two ‘Best of LI’ Awards](https://scifisland.com/as-long-island-tcg-show-evolves-it-catches-two-best-of-li-awards/) - The Long Island TCG Show, a convention that has rapidly grown into a major destination for trading card game enthusiasts and collectors, has been recognized with two Best of Long Island Awards: Best Annual Event/Festival and Best Pop-Up Shop. The annual awards, hosted by FourLeaf, recognize the most beloved businesses, events, and services across Long
- [Hollywood Dream or Crypto Scheme? Director of 47 Ronin Arrested in Netflix Fraud Scandal](https://scifisland.com/hollywood-dream-or-crypto-scheme-director-of-47-ronin-arrested-in-netflix-fraud-scandal/) - Duh Dumb! In a plot twist wilder than any Hollywood script, 47 Ronin director Carl Rinsch has been arrested on charges of fraud and money laundering after allegedly misusing millions in Netflix funding meant for his sci-fi series White Horse. From Big Budget to Big Trouble Rinsch secured a deal with Netflix (referred to in
- [Maker Faire Long Island Returns for 2025 – Call for Makers Now Open](https://scifisland.com/maker-faire-long-island-returns-for-2025-call-for-makers-now-open/) - Maker Faire Long Island is set to return for its 8th year on Saturday, June 7, 2025, bringing together creators, inventors, and tech enthusiasts for a day of interactive exhibits and hands-on innovation. Hosted at the Long Island Explorium, the event has grown into a hub for local makers to showcase their work and engage
- [Get Ready for the 3rd Annual Sci-Fi Mini Convention This Saturday by the Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County!](https://scifisland.com/get-ready-for-the-3rd-annual-sci-fi-mini-convention-this-saturday-by-the-cerebral-palsy-association-of-nassau-county/) - Sci-fi and geek culture enthusiasts, mark your calendars for Saturday, July 20th, 2024, because the Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County is back with its 3rd Annual Sci-Fi Mini Convention! Taking place at Levittown Hall (201 Levittown Parkway in Hicksville) from Noon to 5pm, this event promises an action-packed day filled with incredible guests, exciting
- [Round One: Suffolk Gamer Kicks Off Long Island’s Fighting Game Scene](https://scifisland.com/round-one-suffolk-gamer-kicks-off-long-islands-fighting-game-scene/) - Kyle McCarthy wanted to bring together a group of like-minded fighting game fans, the kind where players pick characters and duke it out on screen. Classic titles like Tekken, Street Fighter, and Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes have evolved over the decades, but to McCarthy the thrill of a head-to-head matchup remains
- [Long Island’s Revolutionary War Spies: Inside the Culper Spy Ring](https://scifisland.com/long-islands-revolutionary-war-spies-inside-the-culper-spy-ring/) - Long Island might be known for its beaches, bagels, and bumper-to-bumper traffic, but did you know it also played a pivotal role in winning the American Revolution? That’s right—the Culper Spy Ring, a covert network of Long Island patriots, helped turn the tide of the war in favor of George Washington and his Continental Army.
- [Guide to Long Island’s 2025 Goth & Alternative Scene: Masquerades, Markets, and Midnight Gatherings](https://scifisland.com/guide-to-long-islands-2025-goth-alternative-scene-masquerades-markets-and-midnight-gatherings/) - Long Island’s alternative and goth community has a full slate of markets and events in 2025, offering unique shopping experiences, live entertainment, and immersive gatherings. From gothic masquerade balls to DIY punk-inspired pop-ups, these events provide opportunities to support local artisans, discover one-of-a-kind creations, and connect with the community. Here’s a guide to goth markets
- [Blood Worm Moon: A Stunning Total Lunar Eclipse Followed by March’s Full Moon Rises Over Long Island](https://scifisland.com/blood-worm-moon-a-stunning-total-lunar-eclipse-followed-by-marchs-full-moon-rises-over-long-island/) - March’s full moon always brings a touch of folklore and seasonal change, but this year, skywatchers on Long Island are in for a truly spectacular sight. The Blood Worm Moon—a rare combination of a total lunar eclipse and the final full moon of winter—will light up the night sky in dramatic fashion on March 13-14,
- [Long Island’s Pine Barrens: The Wildfire That Jumped Highways and Changed Firefighting Forever](https://scifisland.com/long-islands-pine-barrens-the-wildfire-that-jumped-highways-and-changed-firefighting-forever/) - A Forest Built to Burn—But Not Like This In March 2025, brush fires once again raged through the Pine Barrens, burning hundreds of acres and prompting evacuations and road closures. But this wasn’t the first time the Pine Barrens had gone up in flames. Long Island’s Central Pine Barrens is 100,000 acres of fire-dependent wilderness—a
- [Horror Fans Unite at Long Island’s First-Ever Convention of Horror](https://scifisland.com/convention-of-horror-2025/) - By Fatima Ortega Guevara Long Island horror enthusiasts looking for an escape from reality found thrills, chills, and plenty of community spirit at the first-ever Convention of Horror, held this past weekend at the Hyatt Regency in Hauppauge. Special guests like pro wrestler Brimstone, and actor Terry Alexander were on hand as well as the
- [Bolt-Cutting Bandits Bust into Shoreham Nuclear Power Plant](https://scifisland.com/bolt-cutting-bandits-bust-into-shoreham-nuclear-power-plant/) - Just when you thought Shoreham Nuclear Power Plant’s crazy history couldn't get any stranger, a group of bolt-cutter-wielding vandals decided to add their own chapter. On February 8th, five individuals broke into Long Island’s most infamous nuclear facility (which never actually produced a watt of commercial electricity—making this intrusion literally pointless). The Damage: Using bolt
- [A Trading Card Collector’s Dream, All in One Place](https://scifisland.com/a-trading-card-collectors-dream-all-in-one-place/) - By Andrew Candio The chemistry was just right for Rebecca Seepersad at the Long Island Trading Card Game Show last week in Melville. For Seepersad—a physics and chemistry teacher in Baldwin—the event wasn’t just a business venture; it was a passion project that grew beyond what she ever imagined. “And so I’m a teacher. When
- [Huntington Village Transforms Into a Spielberg Film Set—And Parking’s the First Casualty](https://scifisland.com/huntington-village-transforms-into-a-spielberg-film-set-and-parkings-the-first-casualty/) - Huntington Village is rolling out the red carpet—well, more like rolling up the parking spots—as Steven Spielberg sets the scene for his latest sci-fi venture, The Dish. From March 3 through March 5, several streets and municipal lots will be off-limits to parking to accommodate the film's production. Parking Plot Twist According to Long Island
- [A Brief History of Long Island’s Historic Duck Industry](https://scifisland.com/a-brief-history-of-long-islands-historic-duck-industry/) - By Tyler Rieger For over a century, Long Island has been known for its duck farms, once producing millions of ducks a year. Today, only one remains—Crescent Duck Farm in Aquebogue. But now, even its future is in jeopardy. The ongoing bird flu outbreak has devastated the agricultural industry, wiping out flocks across the country.
- [Adam Fox: Long Island’s Hometown Hockey Hero Who’s Making NHL History](https://scifisland.com/adam-fox-long-islands-hometown-hockey-hero-whos-making-nhl-history/) - Long Island isn’t exactly known as a hockey hotbed, and it’s rare for a local kid to make it big in the NHL. But that’s exactly what Adam Fox did. Born and raised in Jericho, New York, Fox grew up as a die-hard New York Rangers fan, never imagining he’d one day be a star
- [Look Up Long Island, A Rare Planetary Alignment Continues—And It’s About to Get Even Better](https://scifisland.com/look-up-long-island-a-rare-planetary-alignment-continues-and-its-about-to-get-even-better/) - Stargazers, get ready. The night sky is putting on an extraordinary show this month as six planets align in the evening sky, leading up to an even rarer seven-planet display on February 28. If you’ve ever wanted to witness a celestial event that won’t happen again for years, now is the time to look up.
- [How Nikola Tesla’s Vision for Wireless Power Started—and Ended—on Long Island](https://scifisland.com/how-nikola-teslas-vision-for-wireless-power-started-and-ended-on-long-island/) - In the early 1900s, amid the potato farms and quiet countryside of Long Island’s North Shore, a massive steel tower loomed over the landscape. This was Wardenclyffe, the brainchild of visionary inventor Nikola Tesla—a structure meant to revolutionize communication and electricity. Tesla’s goal was nothing short of audacious: to create a global, wireless system capable
- [22 Comic Book Stores On Long Island to Feed the Beast of the Most Avid Collector (or Casual Reader)](https://scifisland.com/16-comic-book-shops-on-long-island-to-feed-the-beast-of-the-most-avid-collector-or-casual-reader/) - 22 comic book stores on Long Island to get your back issues and new comic books. Check out the list with a handy map!
- [Look Up, Long Island! Six-Planet Alignment in January and February 2025](https://scifisland.com/look-up-long-island-six-planet-alignment-in-january-and-february-2025/) - Look up, Long Island! The universe is putting on a spectacular show this January and February, as six planets align in the night sky. This celestial event is a rare treat for stargazers and a beautiful reminder of our place in the cosmos. Whether you’re an astronomy enthusiast or simply enjoy the magic of the
- [Feathered Fortunes: Long Island's Duck Dynasty - A Complete Saga](https://scifisland.com/feathered-fortunes-long-islands-duck-dynasty-a-complete-saga/) - Long Island's agricultural history is a remarkable tale of transformation, centered around an unexpected star: the duck. Long Island's landscape was once a canvas of agricultural wonder, where farmlands transformed an imported breed of duck into an economic powerhouse that would reshape regional identity. More than just a farming story, this is a tale of
- [Historic Snapshot: Henry B. Wilson on Horseback in East Hampton](https://scifisland.com/historic-snapshot-henry-b-wilson-on-horseback-in-east-hampton/) - Henry B. Wilson (1845–1896) is pictured on horseback in front of what is likely the James S. Satterthwaite House in East Hampton, NY. Standing on the porch behind him are his children, Harry B. Wilson (1889–1966) and Helen Wilson (1883–1937), adding a charming family touch to this historic moment. Photo: This image is part of
- [Rare Photo of East Hampton Post Office](https://scifisland.com/rare-photo-of-east-hampton-post-office/) - The East Hampton Library houses a fascinating collection of historic images that offer a glimpse into Long Island's past. Among these treasures is a photo featuring Miss Anna Swain alongside Samuel Parsons, who served as the assistant postmaster. Captured in East Hampton, this snapshot is believed to date back to somewhere between 1844 and 1900,
- [Historic Winter in Patchogue: Snow, Sidewalks, and Sleighs](https://scifisland.com/historic-winter-in-patchogue-snow-sidewalks-and-sleighs/) - A picturesque winter scene unfolds on Main Street in Patchogue, where fresh snow blankets the road while the sidewalks remain neatly cleared. A horse-drawn sleigh glides eastward, passing by bundled-up pedestrians strolling along the path. On the left, the grocery store of Mathieu, Reid, and Shand stands prominently in view. This serene snapshot was captured
- [How Robert Moses and the Long Island State Park Commission Shaped Recreation on Long Island](https://scifisland.com/how-robert-moses-and-the-long-island-state-park-commission-shaped-recreation-on-long-island/) - Long Island’s transformation from farmland and sprawling estates into a haven for outdoor recreation is largely the work of Robert Moses and the Long Island State Park Commission (LISPC). From the creation of iconic state parks like Jones Beach to the development of the Long Island parkway system, the efforts of Moses and his contemporaries
- [Fire Island’s Historical Shipwrecks: A List of Wrecks and Their Stories](https://scifisland.com/fire-islands-historical-shipwrecks-a-list-of-wrecks-and-their-stories/) - Beneath Fire Island’s serene beauty and picturesque barrier beaches lies a haunting maritime history. The coastline has witnessed countless shipwrecks, each with its own story of heroism, tragedy, and the relentless power of the sea. From daring rescues to devastating losses, these wrecks serve as poignant reminders of the perils that once defined Long Island’s
- [Long Island’s Forgotten Witch Hunt: Unearthing Colonial-Era Controversy in East Hampton](https://scifisland.com/long-islands-forgotten-witch-hunt-unearthing-colonial-era-controversy-in-east-hampton/) - Long before the infamous Salem witch trials sent shockwaves through colonial America, a lesser-known but equally chilling episode unfolded in East Hampton on Long Island. The year was 1658, and the community found itself embroiled in a witch hunt that would leave a lasting mark on its history. At the center of the controversy was
- [Five Famous Criminal Cases in Long Island History](https://scifisland.com/five-famous-criminal-cases-in-long-island-history/) - Step into the shadows of Long Island’s past with our latest post on crime history. For better or worse, these gripping narratives of crime and consequence have etched themselves into our region’s story, shaping perceptions and igniting discussions about safety, justice, and community resilience. Join us as we delve into the cultural impact, investigative intricacies,
- [History: Pilot Ticketed by Nassau County Sheriff in 1922](https://scifisland.com/history-pilot-ticketed-by-nassau-county-sheriff-in-1922/) - In this historical photo, a Nassau County Deputy Sheriff tickets Lawrence Sperry after landing plane in street. The date of the photo is January 1922. According to the Cradle of Aviation museum, the plane was originally designed in 1920 at McCook Field to replace motorcycles as light message carriers for the U.S. Army, the Messenger
- [The Shark Attacks of 1916: The Long Island Link to the Real-Life Events That Inspired Jaws](https://scifisland.com/the-shark-attacks-of-1916-the-long-island-link-to-the-real-life-events-that-inspired-jaws/) - The summer of 1916 was marked by terror along the shores of the northeastern United States, as a series of shocking shark attacks made national headlines. These events not only created a media frenzy but also became the foundation for Peter Benchley’s novel Jaws and the blockbuster movie that followed. While most of the attacks
- [Horror Takes Center Stage: Long Island Convention of Horror Debuts in 2025](https://scifisland.com/horror-takes-center-stage-long-island-convention-of-horror-debuts-in-2025/) - Long Island horror fans, prepare yourselves—the Long Island Convention of Horror (LICH) is making its grand debut in 2025! Running from February 28 to March 2 at the Hyatt Regency Long Island in Hauppauge, this event promises to be a spine-chilling weekend full of horror-themed entertainment for fans of all ages. LICH boasts an impressive
- [The Time Nazi Saboteurs Landed on Long Island’s Shores](https://scifisland.com/the-time-nazi-saboteurs-landed-on-long-islands-shores/) - During World War II, Adolf Hitler devised a bold plan to cripple American infrastructure by targeting critical bridges, tunnels, and industries. In the summer of 1942, four Nazi agents landed on Long Island’s beaches, armed with explosives and malicious intent. Their mission, part of “Operation Pastorius,” ended in failure thanks to the sharp instincts of
- [The Long Island Sound: From "The Devil's Belt" to a Modern Maritime Treasure](https://scifisland.com/the-long-island-sound-from-the-devils-belt-to-a-modern-maritime-treasure/) - Long Island Sound, the serene estuary nestled between Long Island and the Connecticut shoreline, wasn’t always considered a safe haven for sailors. In fact, during colonial times, its dangerous waters and hidden hazards earned it the sinister nickname "The Devil's Belt." This ominous title wasn’t just a flight of fancy—it reflected the perilous experiences of
- [50+ Wild and Wonderful Facts About Fire Island](https://scifisland.com/50-wild-and-wonderful-facts-about-fire-island/) - Fire Island, known for its beautiful beaches and laid-back vibes, has a rich and fascinating history. Spanning 32 miles along Long Island’s South Shore, this barrier island is packed with quirky stories, historical tidbits, and stunning natural beauty. Here are some facts you may not know about this enchanting escape: Historical Origins Fire Island was
- [Rothmann’s Steakhouse Has A Rich Tradition With A-list Clientele & A Brief Stint as a B-list Chain Restaurant](https://scifisland.com/rothmanns-steakhouse-has-a-rich-tradition-with-a-list-clientele-a-brief-stint-as-a-b-list-chain-restaurant/) - By Himma Sharma A formal landmark that once hosted Theodore Roosevelt, Jaqueline Kennedy, and Elizabeth Taylor, this East Norwich steakhouse is keeping up a tradition of fine food and a warm atmosphere. Built as the East Norwich Hotel in 1851 and formerly a post office, Rothmann’s Steakhouse later turned into the Town of Oyster Bay
- [2025 Guide to Six Must-See Naked Eye Celestial Wonders Over Long Island](https://scifisland.com/2025-guide-to-six-must-see-naked-eye-celestial-wonders-over-long-island/) - Look up, Long Island! This year, the cosmos is putting on an extraordinary show, and you’re invited. From the fiery brilliance of Mars to the gentle glow of a supermoon, 2025’s celestial events promise unforgettable sights for stargazers of all levels. Whether you’re a seasoned astronomer or just love marveling at the night sky, we’ve
- [Your Complete 2025 Guide to Watching Meteor Showers on Long Island](https://scifisland.com/your-complete-2025-guide-to-watching-meteor-showers-on-long-island/) - Catch a meteor show from Long Island in 2025. We have the ultimate guide here for skywatchers. Check the calendar for every meteor shower this year.
- [Look Up Long Island, Catch A Meteor Shower Before the End of 2024](https://scifisland.com/look-up-long-island-catch-a-meteor-shower-before-the-end-of-2024/) - As the year draws to a close, skywatchers on Long Island have several exciting opportunities to witness the beauty of a meteor shower lighting up the night sky.
- [Exploring Long Island’s Indigenous Heritage: The Original 13 Tribes](https://scifisland.com/exploring-long-islands-indigenous-heritage-the-original-13-tribes/) - Long Island’s rich history begins with its first inhabitants: the Native American tribes who shaped its landscape and culture long before European settlers arrived. Their legacy is woven into the very fabric of Long Island, from place names to preserved traditions. Although these tribes shared a common language, culture, and system of governance, they maintained
- [Thundersnow, 80 MPH Winds, and 15-Foot Drifts: The Blizzard of '78](https://scifisland.com/thundersnow-80-mph-winds-and-15-foot-drifts-the-blizzard-of-78/) - On February 6, 1978, Long Island faced one of its most powerful and unforgettable winter storms: the Blizzard of ’78. For 33 hours, snow fell relentlessly, accompanied by hurricane-force winds that created massive drifts and stranded thousands. While meteorologists had correctly predicted the storm’s severity, skepticism due to a previous missed forecast left many unprepared
- [The 1909 Bay Shore Train Wreck: A Glimpse into LIRR History](https://scifisland.com/the-1909-bay-shore-train-wreck-a-glimpse-into-lirr-history/) - In the early 20th century, train travel was a lifeline for Long Islanders, connecting communities and enabling commerce. However, it wasn’t without its risks. On July 10, 1909, Bay Shore became the site of a Long Island Railroad collision that left the tracks tangled and residents stunned. The wreck occurred near Fifth Avenue in Bay
- [America’s First ATM: How Long Island Revolutionized Banking in 1969](https://scifisland.com/americas-first-atm-how-long-island-revolutionized-banking-in-1969/) - Imagine a time when you couldn’t just swing by an ATM at any hour to grab some quick cash. Hard to picture, isn’t it? But in 1969, there was only one automated teller machine in the entire United States, and it was right here on Long Island. On September 2, 1969, Chemical Bank in Rockville
- [Remembering the 1975 Toll Protest on Long Island’s Southern State Parkway](https://scifisland.com/remembering-the-1975-toll-protest-on-long-islands-southern-state-parkway/) - In March of 1975, Long Islanders took to the embankment next to the Southern State Parkway toll plaza, united in protest. Their cause: a hike in the parkway toll from 10 to 25 cents. It was a seemingly small increase, but it sparked a major response from the local community, reflecting frustrations over rising costs
- [How a Spruce Tree From Yaphank Became a Rockefeller Center Holiday Icon](https://scifisland.com/historyhow-a-spruce-tree-from-yaphank-became-a-rockefeller-center-holiday-icon/) - In 1949, a towering 75-foot Norway spruce from Yaphank lit up Manhattan, becoming one of the most extravagant Christmas trees in Rockefeller Center history. Imagine the most dazzling holiday display possible—a glistening, snow-covered tree adorned with vibrant ornaments and colorful lights—taking center stage in the heart of New York City. That’s precisely what happened when
- [What You Didn’t Know About Kings Park Psychiatric Center’s 111-Year History](https://scifisland.com/what-you-didnt-know-about-kings-park-psychiatric-centers-111-year-history/) - Did you know the hamlet of Kings Park owes its name to a psychiatric hospital? Kings Park Psychiatric Center, originally known as the Kings County Asylum, was established in 1885 on Long Island’s picturesque shores. It began as a farm colony, where patients tended crops and livestock as part of their therapy—an innovative treatment method
- [Legends, Lakes, and Long Island Lore: The Story of Lake Ronkonkoma](https://scifisland.com/legends-lakes-and-long-island-lore-the-story-of-lake-ronkonkoma/) - The Enigmatic History of Lake Ronkonkoma! Lake Ronkonkoma is more than just Long Island’s largest freshwater lake—it’s a place steeped in history, mystery, and intrigue. From its geological origins to its legendary tales, this fascinating lake has been a source of wonder for centuries. Here are some incredible and quirky facts about this geographic marvel:
- [Uncovering the Chilling History of the Amityville Horror House](https://scifisland.com/uncovering-the-chilling-history-of-the-amityville-horror-house/) - It’s not just a house—it’s a legend. Nestled in the peaceful suburban streets of Amityville, this home has a history that blends true crime with pop culture and paranormal intrigue. Here are some fascinating, and downright spooky, facts about one of Long Island’s most notorious addresses. Built in 1927, this stately colonial gained infamy after
- [A Blast from the Past: Discover Three of Long Island’s Storied Windmills](https://scifisland.com/a-blast-from-the-past-discover-three-of-long-islands-storied-windmills/) - Centuries ago, windmills weren’t just picturesque structures—they were essential machines driving the local economy. On Long Island, the constant bay and ocean breezes powered these wooden giants to grind grain for the farms that dotted the landscape. Remarkably, Long Island is home to more historic windmills than anywhere else in the United States, a claim
- [Why Fire Island Lighthouse Stands Above the Rest—Literally And More Crazy Facts!](https://scifisland.com/why-fire-island-lighthouse-stands-above-the-rest-literally-and-more-crazy-facts/) - Long Island’s lighthouses are more than just navigational aids—they’re monuments to history, resilience, and coastal charm. Among them, the Fire Island Lighthouse stands tall, quite literally, as a towering centerpiece of the island’s maritime legacy. From its unique beginnings to its modern-day status as a beloved landmark, this lighthouse has a story as captivating as
- [WPIX Yule Log Is Back for 2024: The Crazy History Behind This Holiday Tradition](https://scifisland.com/wpix-yule-log-is-back-for-2024-the-crazy-history-behind-this-holiday-tradition/) - The WPIX Yule Log is back for the 2024 holiday season, ready to warm your hearts and homes once again!
- [Looks Fake (100% Real): BNL's Joanna Fowler with Radioisotope Synthesis Aparatus in 1979](https://scifisland.com/looks-fake-100-real-bnls-joanna-fowler-with-radioisotope-synthesis-aparatus-in-1979/) - In our series of historical pics that look like they were taken on a movie set but are 100% real life is a picture of a researcher showing off a piece of radioisotope equipment from 1979. According to Brookhaven National Laboratory, chemists there have been world leaders in the synthesis of short-lived radioisotopes for nuclear
- [Isaac Asimov’s Brother Stanley Was a Journalist at Newsday](https://scifisland.com/isaac-asimovs-brother-stanley-was-a-journalist-at-newsday/) - Isaac Asimov is a writer who needs no introduction. But his brother Stanley might. Born in Brooklyn to Russian immigrant parents, Stanley Asimov was also a writer although not involved in the fantastical kind of literature that his brother dabbled in. Asimov, who lived in Roslyn Heights, was a journalist writing about politics for Newsday
- [Looks Fake (100% Real): High Flux Beam Reactor at BNL in 1964](https://scifisland.com/looks-fake-100-real-high-flux-beam-reactor-at-bnl-in-1964/) - In our series of historical pics that look like they were taken on a movie set but are 100% real life is the experimental floor of the High Flux Beam Reactor (HFBR) at Brookhaven National Lab circa 1964, prior to the installation of research equipment. According to BNL, the mission of the HFBR was to
- [Lady of the Lake’s Transformation: Lake Ronkonkoma’s Beloved Carving Now the Venus de Milo of Long Island](https://scifisland.com/lady-of-the-lakes-transformation-lake-ronkonkomas-beloved-carving-now-the-venus-de-milo-of-long-island/) - For years, the towering 32-foot statue of Tuskawanta, the Lady of the Lake, has stood watch over the waters of Lake Ronkonkoma. A work of art and passion, this wood carving by sculptor Todd Arnett captured the imagination of passersby with its intricate details and connection to the haunting legend of the lake. But today,
- [The 2024 Long Island Holiday Lights Map Is Here – And You Can Add Your House!](https://scifisland.com/holiday-cheer-shines-bright-the-2024-long-island-lights-map-is-here-and-you-can-add-your-house/) - The holidays are aglow on Long Island, and this year’s LI Lights Map is ready to guide you to the best and brightest displays across the island.
- [From Timey-Wimey Adventures to Zombie Apocalypse: Catching Up With Doctor Who Companion Peri Brown Actress Nicola Bryant](https://scifisland.com/from-timey-wimey-adventures-to-zombie-apocalypse-catching-up-with-doctor-who-companion-peri-brown-actress-nicola-bryant/) - We sat down for an interview with Nicola Bryant, famous for her turn as Doctor Who companion Peri, a part she played for three years, with the Fifth and Sixth Doctors, Peter Davison and Colin Baker respectively. Our topics ranged from action figures (she is one) to zombies (she is certainly not one) and of
- [T'Lyn Actor, Gabrielle Ruiz, Talks About Vulcan Attitudes, the Final Season of Star Trek: Lower Decks, And Her First Terrestrial Con Appearance Ever at Trek Long Island](https://scifisland.com/tlyn-actor-gabrielle-ruiz-talks-about-vulcan-attitudes-the-final-season-of-star-trek-lower-decks-and-her-first-terrestrial-con-appearance-ever-at-trek-long-island/) - When Gabrielle Ruiz was ready for her interview with SciFiSland.com she texted: “Call when you’re ready or should I say ENGAGE!” The actor - best known around these parts for voicing the Vulcan T'Lyn on Star Trek: Lower Decks - gets it. “I feel like her star is rising,” Ruiz said about T'Lyn. “It’s been
- [Critical Hit! The Twenty-Sided Tavern Levels Up D&D In An Audience-Powered Off-Broadway Adventure](https://scifisland.com/critical-hit-the-twenty-sided-tavern-levels-up-dd-in-an-audience-powered-off-broadway-adventure/) - David Carpenter, co-creator and executive producer of Off-Broadway production, The Twenty-Sided Tavern, has taken a long journey to bring Dungeons & Dragons to the stage in a way that is not only entertaining but also fully interactive. His vision to create a live-action, gamified experience puts the audience in control, a concept that has captivated
- [New Collectable Shop, Lost Toys & Comics, Opens in Miller Place](https://scifisland.com/new-collectable-shop-lost-toys-comics-opens-in-miller-place/) - Rob Maurus has always been a collector. “It’s always been a thing with me,” he said at his new comics and collectable shop in Miller Place. “I always had a room dedicated to this.” As he spoke, Maurus pointed to the toys, old comics, games, and other collectables inside Lost Toys & Comics during its
- [Guide to Free Comic Book Day on Long Island, Saturday, May 4th](https://scifisland.com/your-guide-to-free-comic-book-day-on-long-island-saturday-may-4th/) - Free Comic Book Day draws big crowds bringing people to shops who might not normally come in or bringing people together all at once on one big day for free comics, incredible discounts & deals, special events, and comic book industry guests to Long Island outlets. John at Grasshopper’s Comics says the crowds on Free
- [Why Aren’t Mortgage Rates Going Down?](https://scifisland.com/why-arent-mortgage-rates-going-down/) - I thought rates were going down? What’s going on with mortgage rates? Economics is science so we are going to lightly delve into how the science of economics works as it applies to your home financing rate. Yes, the Federal Reserve voted once again to lower lending rates by a quarter point. But, that only
- [Long Island Stores To Find Everything You Need For Your TCG Hobby](https://scifisland.com/long-island-stores-to-find-everything-you-need-for-your-tcg-hobby/) - Whether you’re into Pokemon, Magic: The Gathering, One Piece, Disney Lorcana, One Piece, or any trading card games we have the place to go. Do you want to collect more or find a place for tournaments and games? Well, we collected some of the top spots on Long Island. Enjoy the list and happy hunting!
- [LI TCG Show Levels Up: First Two-Day Convention Is a Smash Hit](https://scifisland.com/li-tcg-show-levels-up-first-two-day-convention-is-a-smash-hit/) - On Saturday and Sunday, November 16th and 17th, the LI TCG Show held its first two-day show, one that gathered together the largest attendance in the show’s history with over 3,000 people coming to enjoy tournaments, vendors, panels, celebrity meet-and-greets, and of course, an almost unlimited number of ways to celebrate their love of trading
- [Rocket Lab's Electron Rocket Launch May Be Visible from Long Island](https://scifisland.com/rocket-labs-electron-rocket-launch-may-be-visible-from-long-island/) - Long Islanders might catch a glimpse of a Rocket Lab Electron rocket soaring into the night sky during its scheduled launch on November 19, 2024. The launch, taking place at 7:45 PM EST from NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia, marks another milestone for Rocket Lab as it deploys its Hypersonic Accelerator Suborbital Test Electron
- [Long Island TCG Show Announces 2025 Venue at Nassau Coliseum](https://scifisland.com/long-island-tcg-show-announces-2025-venue-at-nassau-coliseum/) - The Long Island TCG Show has confirmed that its 2025 convention will take place at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York. Set for May 3-4, the event promises a substantial upgrade in space and activities, accommodating up to 400 vendor tables and a packed lineup of trading card game (TCG) tournaments, panels,
- [Will the Headless Comet Appear Over Long Island? Or Disappear Like a Ghost?](https://scifisland.com/will-the-headless-comet-appear-over-long-island-or-disappear-like-a-ghost/) - The Headless Comet formerly known as the “Halloween Comet” has gotten a new name and a new fate as it gallops towards the sun, according to astronomers. Long Islanders hoping for a spooky spectacle in the night sky this Halloween might be in for a trick, not a treat. The so-called “Headless Comet,” officially named
- [Six Observatories You Can Go To See the Universe Through a Telescope on Long Island](https://scifisland.com/six-observatories-you-can-go-to-see-the-universe-through-a-telescope-on-long-island/) - If the recent astronomical events have you curious about our universe and what you can see from Long Island then we've got a treat for you. Long Island is home to some incredible observatories where you can get a firsthand look at the wonders of the night sky. Whether you’re a stargazing pro or just
- [‘Halloween Comet’ Set to Dazzle—or Disappear—Over Long Island Skies](https://scifisland.com/halloween-comet-set-to-dazzle-or-disappear-over-long-island-skies/) - A newly discovered comet is approaching, and it could be one of the brightest celestial events of the year, dubbed the "Halloween Comet."
- [Take a Journey From LI to the Shire: Five Hobbit Houses for a Magical Vacation That You Can Drive To!](https://scifisland.com/take-a-journey-from-li-to-the-shire-five-hobbit-houses-for-a-magical-vacation-that-you-can-drive-to/) - Pack your Baggins and your cloak—these whimsical Hobbit house stays are a Tolkien fan’s dream and perfect for a weekend getaway.
- [Look Up, Long Island! Catch Closest Supermoon of the Year - The Hunter Moon -Tonight](https://scifisland.com/look-up-long-island-catch-closest-supermoon-of-the-year-the-hunter-moon-tonight/) - Long Islanders, get ready for an incredible celestial show tonight! The Hunter Supermoon, the largest and brightest full moon of 2024, is set to rise, and you won't want to miss it. Not only is this moon special because it’s the closest supermoon of the year, but it also carries a rich history and tradition.
- [Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS to Light Up Long Island Skies Starting This Weekend](https://scifisland.com/comet-tsuchinshan-atlas-to-light-up-long-island-skies-starting-this-weekend/) - Long Island stargazers, get ready! A rare celestial event is upon us as Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS (C/2023 A3) makes its closest approach to Earth this weekend. Discovered in 2023 by observers at China’s Purple Mountain Observatory and an ATLAS telescope in South Africa, this ancient traveler from the Oort Cloud won’t pass by again for another
- [Beam Me Up, Brew-ski: How Trek Long Island Inspired Riverhead Brewery übergeek’s Red Shirt Ale](https://scifisland.com/beam-me-up-brew-ski-how-trek-long-island-inspired-riverhead-brewery-ubergeeks-red-shirt-ale/) - Riverhead brewing company, übergeek, was given a mission to brew a special Star Trek-themed beer for the Trek Long Island con this year.

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- [Long Island TCG Show Marketplace](https://scifisland.com/events/long-island-tcg-show-marketplace/) - Pokémon fans and collectors, clear your schedules. The Long Island TCG Show Marketplace is back with more than 100 vendor tables offering cards, Funkos, plushies, custom art, and rare finds. The Hyatt Regency Long Island opens early bird access at 10 a.m., with tickets available now.
- [Festival of Games](https://scifisland.com/events/festival-of-games-2/) - On December 13–14, Festival of Games transforms the Cradle of Aviation into a hands-on wonderland featuring Lite Brite zones, tabletop marathons, ornament crafting, cookie decorating, and one of the largest holiday gaming markets ever assembled. Details and tickets are at FestivalOfGamesNY.com.
- [Festival of Games](https://scifisland.com/events/festival-of-games/) - On December 13–14, Festival of Games transforms the Cradle of Aviation into a hands-on wonderland featuring Lite Brite zones, tabletop marathons, ornament crafting, cookie decorating, and one of the largest holiday gaming markets ever assembled. Details and tickets are at FestivalOfGamesNY.com.
- [Scared For Your Liife](https://scifisland.com/events/scared-for-your-liife/) - Long Island's ONE AND ONLY Horror film festival! Featuring a frightening evening of horror films from around the world, killer vendors, sponsors to die for, monster meet and greet, costume contest, and live entertainment! More info here.
- [Night Market](https://scifisland.com/events/night-market/) - Mini-market setup in the cafe for all your gifting / treating yourself needs. Cinema Arts Centre in Huntington. Market starts at 6 PM Films start at 7 PM MARKET ONLY - free admission & all ages welcome - please check with the cinema for film festival pricing and age restrictions
- [Troopercon](https://scifisland.com/events/troopercon/) - Troopercon, the free, fan-powered Star Wars event will take over Levittown Hall in Hicksville on December 6 at 10 a.m.
- [Sugar Plum Ball & Galactic Gala](https://scifisland.com/events/sugar-plum-ball-galactic-gala/) - On Sunday, December 7, 2025, from noon to 4 p.m., the Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County (CP Nassau) will host its annual Sugar Plum Ball and Galactic Gala.
- [14th Annual Port Jeff Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Morning](https://scifisland.com/events/14th-annual-port-jeff-turkey-trot-on-thanksgiving-morning/) - Start your Thanksgiving with a fun run and good vibes before the feast! Join us for the 14th Annual Turkey Trot at Port Jeff Brewing Company this Thanksgiving.
- [A Very Merry Misfit-mas at Great South Bay Brewery](https://scifisland.com/events/a-very-merry-misfit-mas-at-great-south-bay-brewery/) - A Very Merry Misfit-mas returns to Great South Bay Brewery with a full indoor holiday market.
- [Long Island Brick Convention](https://scifisland.com/events/long-island-brick-convention-2/) - The ultimate LEGO® fan event, built by LEGO fans, for LEGO fans. Some of North America's best LEGO® builders will gather to display their incredible LEGO creations in the Fan Display Zone. Professional LEGO artists from around the world will be onsite showing off their works and available for meet-and-greets. There are THOUSANDS of LEGO®
- [Long Island Brick Convention](https://scifisland.com/events/long-island-brick-convention/) - The ultimate LEGO® fan event, built by LEGO fans, for LEGO fans. Some of North America's best LEGO® builders will gather to display their incredible LEGO creations in the Fan Display Zone. Professional LEGO artists from around the world will be onsite showing off their works and available for meet-and-greets. There are THOUSANDS of LEGO®
- [LI TCG Show | 2-Day Event](https://scifisland.com/events/li-tcg-show-2-day-event-2/) - LI TCG Show | Nov 16&17 Get ready for the FIRST EVER 2-DAY Long Island TCG Show, promising an even grander experience! Dive into the heart of the trading card game universe with over 150 vendor tables, offering a treasure trove of rare finds and collectibles. Immerse yourself in the thrill of our special guests from
- [LI TCG Show | 2-Day Event](https://scifisland.com/events/li-tcg-show-2-day-event/) - LI TCG Show | Nov 16&17 Get ready for the FIRST EVER 2-DAY Long Island TCG Show, promising an even grander experience! Dive into the heart of the trading card game universe with over 150 vendor tables, offering a treasure trove of rare finds and collectibles. Immerse yourself in the thrill of our special guests from
- [Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert](https://scifisland.com/events/star-wars-the-empire-strikes-back-in-concert-4/) - Enter the Star Wars universe with the New York Philharmonic. Watch the iconic film on a giant screen as the Orchestra performs John Williams’s Oscar-winning score live. Get your tickets to this highly anticipated event before they sell out. June 11–14, 2025. Click here.
- [Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert](https://scifisland.com/events/star-wars-the-empire-strikes-back-in-concert-3/) - Enter the Star Wars universe with the New York Philharmonic. Watch the iconic film on a giant screen as the Orchestra performs John Williams’s Oscar-winning score live. Get your tickets to this highly anticipated event before they sell out. June 11–14, 2025. Click here.
- [Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert](https://scifisland.com/events/star-wars-the-empire-strikes-back-in-concert-2/) - Enter the Star Wars universe with the New York Philharmonic. Watch the iconic film on a giant screen as the Orchestra performs John Williams’s Oscar-winning score live. Get your tickets to this highly anticipated event before they sell out. June 11–14, 2025. Click here.
- [Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert](https://scifisland.com/events/star-wars-the-empire-strikes-back-in-concert/) - Enter the Star Wars universe with the New York Philharmonic. Watch the iconic film on a giant screen as the Orchestra performs John Williams’s Oscar-winning score live. Get your tickets to this highly anticipated event before they sell out. June 11–14, 2025. Click here.
- [Girls in STEM Rocket Day Saturday: Defying Gravity](https://scifisland.com/events/girls-in-stem-rocket-day-saturday-defying-gravity/) - Girls in STEM Rocket Day, where all girls will learn about the mechanics of rocket design and launch their rockets at The Cradle of Aviation Museum. The day is divided into sessions tailored to different age groups. Cradle of Aviation Rocket Patch included! All Kids ages 6+, 10am-3pm, with optional Space Lab Planetarium show at
- [Mandy Patinkin & "The Princess Bride" Screening](https://scifisland.com/events/mandy-patinkin-the-princess-bride-screening/) - A screening of The Princess Bride, followed by a moderated Q&A with legendary actor, Mandy Patinkin, who portrayed Inigo Montoya in the classic film. A fun evening for all! Tickets start at $35, including facility fee per ticket. Prices subject to change with demand. Click for tickets. About Mandy Patinkin - Mandy Patinkin has been fortunate
- [LI Retro Gaming Expo](https://scifisland.com/events/li-retro-gaming-expo/) - Experience over 50 years of video game history across three exciting days at the LI Retro Gaming Expo. All attendees are welcome to dress up as the character or concept of their choice. Where: Cradle of Aviation Museum, Charles Lindbergh Blvd, Garden City. When: August 9-11, 2024.
- [3nd Annual Sci-Fi Mini Con](https://scifisland.com/events/3nd-annual-sci-fi-mini-con/) - The Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County is hosting its 3nd Annual Sci-Fi Mini Con. Free Admission. Get details.
- [Science on Screen Ant-Man (2015) and the Science of Nanomaterials](https://scifisland.com/events/science-on-screen-ant-man-2015-and-the-science-of-nanomaterials/) - June 12, 2024, 7 p.m. at the Cinema Arts Centre, Huntington, NY General admission: $16. Cinema Arts Centre Members: $10. Young Film Fans Members: Free. Join scientist Dr. Sara E. Mason from Brookhaven National Laboratory for an entertaining and exciting evening focusing on the superpowers of some very, very, very small things with a screening of the Marvel film, Ant-Man.
- [Baldur's Gate Draft](https://scifisland.com/events/baldurs-gate-draft/) - Come down Friday May 24th at 7PM and draft a special MtG event! For D&D 's 50th anniversary we will hold a Baldur's Gate draft with a special new dungeon! $35 for 3 regular packs and a collector's pack to draft, promos and prizes as well! See you then! #mtg #magicthegathering #dungeonsanddragons
- [Dungeons and Dragons One-Shot Campaign](https://scifisland.com/events/dungeons-and-dragons-one-shot-campaign/) - Join experienced DM Jimmy for a 3 hour one-shot Dungeons and Dragons campaign. Create a new character together and explore a fantasy world brought to life. Every one-shot is unique so feel free to join us for a single session or attend both, space is limited! Click here to register! Saturday, May 25 1:30 -
- [Dungeons and Dragons One-Shot Campaign](https://scifisland.com/events/dungeons-and-dragons-one-shot-campaign-2/) - Join experienced DM Jimmy for a 3 hour one-shot Dungeons and Dragons campaign. Create a new character together and explore a fantasy world brought to life. Every one-shot is unique so feel free to join us for a single session or attend both, space is limited! Click here to register! Tuesday, June 25 5:30 -
- [New Lorcana Set Draft at Cosmic Comics and Games](https://scifisland.com/events/new-lorcana-set-draft-at-cosmic-comics-and-games/) - The new Lorcana set is here this Friday! Come down to Cosmic Comics and Games and have a draft with us Friday at 7PM and Saturday at 1PM. We will also have plenty of boxes and starter decks, all at MSRP! See you this weekend!
- [Maker Faire Long Island 2024](https://scifisland.com/events/maker-faire-long-island-2024/) - Maker Faire is a gathering of fascinating, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what they can do. From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire is a venue for these "makers" to show hobbies, experiments, projects. Called the Greatest Show (& Tell) on Earth - a family-friendly showcase of invention,
- [HurriCon 2024](https://scifisland.com/events/hurricon-2024-2/) - What will you find at the HurriCon 2024? Comic books of course, but also comic book writers and artists, toys, food, raffles for unique items, collectibles, cosplay, fellowship and much more. Past HurriCon guests have been comic book professionals Keith Williams and Franco, Star Trek novelist Micheal Jan Friedman, and Sean Jackson (the creator of
- [HurriCon 2024](https://scifisland.com/events/hurricon-2024/) - What will you find at the HurriCon 2024? Comic books of course, but also comic book writers and artists, toys, food, raffles for unique items, collectibles, cosplay, fellowship and much more. Past HurriCon guests have been comic book professionals Keith Williams and Franco, Star Trek novelist Micheal Jan Friedman, and Sean Jackson (the creator of
- [LI TropicCon 2024](https://scifisland.com/events/li-tropiccon-2024/) - LI TropicCon – New York’s Pop Culture Paradise – comics and cosplay. Registration for Tropic Con’s Cosplay Championship 2024 is now open! This event is open to Cosplayers of all skill levels and all you gotta do is head to their website and fill out the sign-up sheet! Come show off your skills for a chance at glory
- [Cradle-Con 2024](https://scifisland.com/events/cradle-con-2024/) - Cradle-Con happens this year at the Cradle of Aviation Museum on May 18-19, 2024. Cradle-Con is an awesome local comic convention coming on Long Island, put together by the fans, for the fans!
- [Spring Galaxies Far, Far Away... At Custer Institute and Observatory](https://scifisland.com/events/spring-galaxies-far-far-away-at-custer-institute-and-observatory/) - Spring is the season of renewal, rejuvenation, growth and galaxies...lots and lots of galaxies! What better way to celebrate May the Fourth than at Custer Observatory's first night sky tour of 2024! Join stargazing lecturer Randall DiGiuseppe of the Custer Institute & Observatory as he guides you through a multitude of galaxies far, far away
- [Play Dungeons & Dragons](https://scifisland.com/events/play-dungeons-dragons/) - Play D&D at Cosmic Comics & Games on Wednesday at 7pm. Click for more info.
- [Lorcana Constructed](https://scifisland.com/events/lorcana-constructed/) - Join Cosmic Comics and Games for Lorcana Constructed on Saturdays at 1pm. Click for more info.
- [Lorcana Open League Play](https://scifisland.com/events/lorcana-open-league-play/) - Join Cosmic Comics & Game for Lorcana open league play on Friday at 7pm. Click for more info.
- [Magic Commander](https://scifisland.com/events/magic-commander/) - Join Cosmic Comics & Games for Magic commander on Friday at 6pm. Click for more info.
- [Star Wars Unlimited](https://scifisland.com/events/star-wars-unlimited-2/) - Join Cosmic Comics & Game for Star Wars Unlimited every Saturdays at 2pm. Come down and enjoy constructed, draft, or sealed on a rotating basis! Click for more info.
- [Star Wars Unlimited](https://scifisland.com/events/star-wars-unlimited/) - Join Cosmic Comics & Game for Star Wars Unlimited every Saturdays at 2pm. Come down and enjoy constructed, draft, or sealed on a rotating basis! Click for more info.
- [Friday Night Magic Drafts at Cosmic Comics and Games](https://scifisland.com/events/friday-night-magic-drafts-at-cosmic-comics-and-games/) - Cosmic Comics and Games is bringing back Friday Night Magic drafts! Come by at 7PM and draft the new Outlaws of Thunder Junction set! For more information head over to their Facebook page! #magicthegathering #tcg #longisland #fridayfun
- [“A Disturbance in the Force" Documentary Screening](https://scifisland.com/events/a-disturbance-in-the-force-documentary-screening/) - Screening at JFK MIddle School, 200 Jayne Blvd., Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776 with guest speaker: Director Jeremy Coon and Q&A moderated by Tom Needham, Host of The Sounds of Film at WUSB radio. Get tickets. A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away…In 1978 George Lucas was talked in to cashing in
- [EMcon East Meadow Public Library Anime Fest](https://scifisland.com/events/emcon-east-meadow-public-library-anime-fest-2/) - A Weekend of Drawing, Cosplay, Martial Arts, Talks, Workshops Contests, and Networking. Meet Others with the Same Interests! Click here for more info.
- [EMcon East Meadow Public Library Anime Fest](https://scifisland.com/events/emcon-east-meadow-public-library-anime-fest/) - A Weekend of Drawing, Cosplay, Martial Arts, Talks, Workshops Contests, and Networking. Meet Others with the Same Interests! Click here for more info.
- [Turning a Love of Comics Into a Lifetime of Work](https://scifisland.com/events/turning-a-love-of-comics-into-a-lifetime-of-work/) - Join Glenn Greenberg for a discussion of the history of the comic-book industry and the evolution of comics. Learn how over the years the industry almost disappeared, how it survived and is now fueling some of Hollywood's biggest blockbusters. Glenn will discuss how he started out as a fan and eventually landed a job at
- [Star Wars Unlimited Tournament](https://scifisland.com/events/star-wars-unlimited-tournament-3/) - Star Wars Unlimited Tournament at Rip N Ship Gaming | $10.00 Entry | Swiss Tournament Full Credit Prize Pool Organized Play Kits available! Distribution will depend on number of attendees and announced before the beginning of the tournament. Please create a profile on www.Starwarsunlimited.com
- [Star Wars Unlimited Tournament](https://scifisland.com/events/star-wars-unlimited-tournament-2/) - Star Wars Unlimited Tournament at Rip N Ship Gaming | $10.00 Entry | Swiss Tournament Full Credit Prize Pool Organized Play Kits available! Distribution will depend on number of attendees and announced before the beginning of the tournament. Please create a profile on www.Starwarsunlimited.com
- [Star Wars Unlimited Tournament](https://scifisland.com/events/star-wars-unlimited-tournament/) - Star Wars Unlimited Tournament at Rip N Ship Gaming | $10.00 Entry | Swiss Tournament Full Credit Prize Pool Organized Play Kits available! Distribution will depend on number of attendees and announced before the beginning of the tournament. Please create a profile on www.Starwarsunlimited.com
- [Star Wars Unlimited Casual Play Night](https://scifisland.com/events/star-wars-unlimited-casual-play-night-3/) - Star Wars Unlimited Casual Play Night! | Mondays at 7pm! | $10 entry Organized by Brothers Grim Games. This is a casual play night to get familiar with the game! Get ahead-of-the-curve in learning the game and mastering it's strategies! Fantasy Flight is providing promos for Organized Play support! They'll be distributed to random participants!
- [Star Wars Unlimited Casual Play Night](https://scifisland.com/events/star-wars-unlimited-casual-play-night-2/) - Star Wars Unlimited Casual Play Night! | Mondays at 7pm! | $10 entry Organized by Brothers Grim Games. This is a casual play night to get familiar with the game! Get ahead-of-the-curve in learning the game and mastering it's strategies! Fantasy Flight is providing promos for Organized Play support! They'll be distributed to random participants!
- [Star Wars Unlimited Casual Play Night](https://scifisland.com/events/star-wars-unlimited-casual-play-night/) - Star Wars Unlimited Casual Play Night! | Mondays at 7pm! | $10 entry Organized by Brothers Grim Games. This is a casual play night to get familiar with the game! Get ahead-of-the-curve in learning the game and mastering it's strategies! Fantasy Flight is providing promos for Organized Play support! They'll be distributed to random participants!
- [Cradle-Con: A Comic, Collectible and Pop Culture Con](https://scifisland.com/events/cradle-con-a-comic-collectible-and-pop-culture-con/) - Cradle-Con is Long Island’s non-profit, comic, collectible, and pop culture convention, built by fans, for fans. Click here for Cradle-Con full details and ticketing! Hours: Saturday, May 18 & Sunday, May 19th, 10 am - 5 pm. Special guests, cosplay, vendors, more! The Cradle of Aviation is proud to present an event that is a pure
- [Trek Long Island 2024](https://scifisland.com/events/trek-long-island-2024/) - Going Kindly where no one has gone before, until now! Trek Long Island is a new Science Fiction convention hosted by the Library for the Kind . The Library for the Kind promotes books and resources that celebrate diversity, inclusion, gender equality, LGBTQ+ and kindness. The organization is run by, you guessed it, librarians! Click
- [The Long Island Artificial Intelligence Conference](https://scifisland.com/events/the-long-island-artificial-intelligence-conference/) - Join LIA & HIA-LI for an in-person Artificial Intelligence Conference on April 3, 2024, to explore the fascinating world of AI!
- [2024 Long Island Doctor Who Convention](https://scifisland.com/events/2024-long-island-doctor-who-convention/) - Meet guests, attend panels, and shop the vendor floor at the Doctor Who Convention. August 23-25, 2024.

## Locations

- [Port Jeff Brewing Company](https://scifisland.com/locations/port-jeff-brewing-company/) - Start your Thanksgiving with a fun run and good vibes before the feast! Join us for the 14th Annual Turkey Trot at Port Jeff Brewing Company this Thanksgiving.
- [Great South Bay Brewery](https://scifisland.com/locations/great-south-bay-brewery/) - A Very Merry Misfit-mas returns to Great South Bay Brewery with a full indoor holiday market.
- [Suffolk Credit Union Arena](https://scifisland.com/locations/suffolk-credit-union-arena/)
- [Hilton - Long Island](https://scifisland.com/locations/hilton-long-island/)
- [Cinema Arts Centre](https://scifisland.com/locations/cinema-arts-centre/)
- [Port Jefferson Library](https://scifisland.com/locations/port-jefferson-library/)
- [Long Island Explorium](https://scifisland.com/locations/long-island-explorium/)
- [Bethany Congregational Church](https://scifisland.com/locations/bethany-congregational-church/)
- [Levittown Hall](https://scifisland.com/locations/levittown-hall/) - The Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County is hosting its 3nd Annual Sci-Fi Mini Con. Free Admission. Get details.
- [Custer Institute and Observatory](https://scifisland.com/locations/custer-institute-and-observatory/)
- [Cosmic Comics and Games](https://scifisland.com/locations/cosmic-comics-and-games/)
- [East Meadow Public Library](https://scifisland.com/locations/east-meadow-public-library/)
- [Smithtown Library - Commack](https://scifisland.com/locations/smithtown-library-commack/)
- [Smithtown Library - Smithtown](https://scifisland.com/locations/smithtown-library-smithtown/)
- [Rip N Ship Gaming](https://scifisland.com/locations/rip-n-ship-gaming/)
- [Brothers Grim Games](https://scifisland.com/locations/brothers-grim-games/)
- [Cradle of Aviation Museum](https://scifisland.com/locations/cradle-of-aviation-museum/)
- [Hyatt Regency Long Island](https://scifisland.com/locations/hyatt-regency-long-island/)
- [Tilles Center](https://scifisland.com/locations/tilles-center/) - Join LIA & HIA-LI for an in-person Artificial Intelligence Conference on April 3, 2024, to explore the fascinating world of AI!
- [JFK MIddle School](https://scifisland.com/locations/jfk-middle-school/)
- [Holiday Inn Long Island](https://scifisland.com/locations/holiday-inn-long-island/)

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