Habitual Flag Thief Nabbed After Targeting Several Long Island Businesses, Police Say Habitual Flag Thief Nabbed After Targeting Several Long Island Businesses, Police Say Habitual Flag Thief Nabbed After Targeting Several Long Island Businesses, Police Say
Habitual Flag Thief Nabbed After Targeting Several Long Island Businesses, Police Say Police have arrested a man accused of stealing several American flags from businesses on Long Island. The alleged crime spree came to an end Thursday, June 1, when an employee at the Laundry Palace in Riverhead called 911 saying a man had just cut the rope and removed the flags from outside the business. When officers arrived, they found a man matching the suspect description not far from the scene. He was later identified as 37-year-old Nelson Priester, who is homeless. Priester was reportedly uncooperative and initially refused to identify himself. Investigators were able to tie him to…
New Long Island Restaurant 'Hits Almost All The Elements,' Diner Says New Long Island Restaurant 'Hits Almost All The Elements,' Diner Says New Long Island Restaurant 'Hits Almost All The Elements,' Diner Says
New Long Island Restaurant 'Hits Almost All The Elements,' Diner Says A new Japanese restaurant on Long Island appears to be a hit with diners in the months since opening. Ikedo Ramen, located in Carle Place at 19 Old Country Road, held its grand opening in late February 2023. It marked the second Long Island location for the eatery, which touts its authentic Japanese dishes, according to its website. Donning the menu are several appetizers, each accompanied by a homemade sauce. Among them is the Takoyaki, consisting of fried octopus balls topped with Japanese mayo, aonori, and bonito flakes. Diners can also choose from several salads, stir fry, and curry …
What's In A Name? Pizza Guru Samples 'Portnoy Slice' At Popular Garden City Eatery What's In A Name? Pizza Guru Samples 'Portnoy Slice' At Popular Garden City Eatery What's In A Name? Pizza Guru Samples 'Portnoy Slice' At Popular Garden City Eatery
What's In A Name? Pizza Guru Samples 'Portnoy Slice' At Popular Garden City Eatery You'd be hard-pressed to name a popular pizzeria either near or far that Dave Portnoy hasn't visited. But a Long Island eatery turned the tables on the social media star by naming one of its pies after the guru of Barstool's One Bite pizza reviews. While in Garden City, Portnoy said he got a "random direct message" telling him about a pizzeria nearby serving up the "Portnoy Slice." So Portnoy stopped by Pizzeria G on 7th Street in Garden City, and sure enough, one of the options on the menu was a pie bearing his name. And of course, he gave it a try. He also sampled the restauran…
Getting Hot In Here: New Long Island Eatery Brings The Heat Getting Hot In Here: New Long Island Eatery Brings The Heat Getting Hot In Here: New Long Island Eatery Brings The Heat
Getting Hot In Here: New Long Island Eatery Brings The Heat A new wood-fired grill on Long Island has opened to a blaze of good reviews. Stonestreet Wood Fired Grill, located at 630 Stewart Avenue in Garden City, opened its doors to the public in February 2023. Owned by Long Island native chef and restauranteur Art Gustafson – one may recognize his other local eateries, such as Salsa Mexicana and Chadwick's American Chop House & Bar – the swanky new spot has made a name for itself not only because of its Instagram-able atmosphere but its menu as well. The space features industrial modern decor such as a retractable garage door, large circula…
Cooking Oil Thefts: Duo Accused After Incidents At 9 Nassau County Restaurants Cooking Oil Thefts: Duo Accused After Incidents At 9 Nassau County Restaurants Cooking Oil Thefts: Duo Accused After Incidents At 9 Nassau County Restaurants
Cooking Oil Thefts: Duo Accused After Incidents At 9 Nassau County Restaurants Two men have been accused of stealing cooking oil from nine different Long Island restaurants. Nassau County Police officers responded to a report of a larceny of used cooking oil in progress on Friday, April 7.  Prior to arrival, officers observed a 2006 Isuzu white Box Truck matching the description.   Officers activated their emergency lights and conducted a vehicle and traffic law stop.  Two suspects were then placed under arrest: Melvin Howell, age 55, of Brooklyn; Rodney Lofton, age 49, of Queens. It was determined from an investigation by Nassau Coun…
This Long Island Eatery Is Best Place For Taco Tuesday, Voters Say This Long Island Eatery Is Best Place For Taco Tuesday, Voters Say This Long Island Eatery Is Best Place For Taco Tuesday, Voters Say
This Long Island Eatery Is Best Place For Taco Tuesday, Voters Say Those looking for a new place to celebrate Taco Tuesday are in luck. Smōk-Haus, located in Garden City at 7 12th Street, has been officially voted as having the best taco on Long Island, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island’s new 2023 rankings. Founder and Pitmaster Manny Voumvourakis opened the Garden City restaurant in 2017 due to his passion for “low and slow” cooked American barbecue. His website states he was “indoctrinated” into the practice by his mentor – the one and only Myron Mixon (Mixon is a five-time world barbecue champion). The former derivatives trader aims to “fus…
Bank Robbery Spree: Suspect Nabbed After String Of Incidents In Nassau County Bank Robbery Spree: Suspect Nabbed After String Of Incidents In Nassau County Bank Robbery Spree: Suspect Nabbed After String Of Incidents In Nassau County
Bank Robbery Spree: Suspect Nabbed After String Of Incidents In Nassau County A suspect has been apprehended after a string of bank robberies and attempted robberies on Long Island that started in early January. At about 1:15 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10, the suspect, identified as Willian Andrade Jordan, age 31, entered the Bank of America in Baldwin, at 2300 Grand Ave., approached a teller, passed a note threatening a gun and a knife and demanded three thousand dollars, Nassau County Police said. The 29-year-old female victim walked away from her station and Jordan fled the scene on foot without receiving any proceeds, according to police. No injuries were reported. …
5 Nabbed With 144 Checks, 20 Money Orders, Credit/Debit Cards In Various Names: Cliffside PD 5 Nabbed With 144 Checks, 20 Money Orders, Credit/Debit Cards In Various Names: Cliffside PD 5 Nabbed With 144 Checks, 20 Money Orders, Credit/Debit Cards In Various Names: Cliffside PD
5 Nabbed With 144 Checks, 20 Money Orders, Credit/Debit Cards In Various Names: Cliffside PD Five men stopped by a Cliffside Park police officer had more than 160 checks and money orders made out to dozens of different people, along with various credit, debit and Social Security cards in other people's names, authorities said. Officer Julio Perez found the driver and passengers "evasive and not truthful" during last week's noontime stop in the 500 block of Anderson Avenue, Deputy Police Chief Vincent Capano said on Monday, Jan. 30. One of them, Leroy Chance Williams, 27, of Hackensack, is known to police, having been arrested dozens of times in North Jersey for drug-related crimes …
Contractor Steals $80K Worth Of Designer Watches From Long Island Homes, Police Say Contractor Steals $80K Worth Of Designer Watches From Long Island Homes, Police Say Contractor Steals $80K Worth Of Designer Watches From Long Island Homes, Police Say
Contractor Steals $80K Worth Of Designer Watches From Long Island Homes, Police Say A Long Island contractor is facing charges after allegedly stealing tens of thousands of dollars worth of designer watches from customers’ homes. Javier Velez-Gomes, age 43, of Massapequa, was arrested Friday, Jan. 13, following an investigation by Nassau County Police. Investigators said he was hired to install wallpaper at three homes in Garden City and one in Old Westbury between April and December 2022. While inside the homes, he allegedly stole numerous designer watches totaling approximately $80,000, police said. Valez-Gomes is charged with four counts of third-degree grand larceny…
Sweetgreen Set To Open Location In Huntington Station Later This Year Sweetgreen Set To Open Location In Huntington Station Later This Year Sweetgreen Set To Open Location In Huntington Station Later This Year
Sweetgreen Set To Open Location In Huntington Station Later This Year A popular fast-casual restaurant chain is set to open a new location on Long Island. Sweetgreen will open at the Walt Whitman Shops in Huntington Station later this year. Representatives for the shopping center said an exact opening date has not been confirmed yet. Sweetgreen currently operates other locations in the area, including restaurants in Woodbury and Garden City.  Earlier report - Popular Restaurant Chain To Open First Long Island Location In Garden City Several other businesses are also slated to open at the Walt Whitman Shops this year, including Levi's and Bro…
Teller Refuses LI Bank Robber's Demands; Suspect Sought In Second Heist Minutes Later Teller Refuses LI Bank Robber's Demands; Suspect Sought In Second Heist Minutes Later Teller Refuses LI Bank Robber's Demands; Suspect Sought In Second Heist Minutes Later
Teller Refuses LI Bank Robber's Demands; Suspect Sought In Second Heist Minutes Later Police are investigating two separate bank robberies on Long Island that occurred a half-hour apart, one successful and the other not so much. Nassau County Police officers were first called at around 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3, with reports of a robbery at a Chase Bank in Rockville Centre, located on North Village Avenue. Employees told police that a man wearing a black ski mask and gloves had approached the teller and presented a note demanding money. The suspect threatened to use a weapon, but did not actually display one. Instead of complying with the robber’s demands, however, the tel…
'Can't Wait To Go Back': Modern Italian Restaurant Makes Splash With New Garden City Location 'Can't Wait To Go Back': Modern Italian Restaurant Makes Splash With New Garden City Location 'Can't Wait To Go Back': Modern Italian Restaurant Makes Splash With New Garden City Location
'Can't Wait To Go Back': Modern Italian Restaurant Makes Splash With New Garden City Location The owners of a modern Italian restaurant have opened their second location on Long Island. ITA Kitchen began the soft opening of its Garden City location on Thursday, Dec. 8. The eatery, located at 9 Nassau Boulevard, features signature dishes, such as pesto risotto balls, homemade burrata ravioli, and "ITA Spicy Rigatoni." Owners Salvatore and Christina Sorrentino opened the first location in Bay Shore in September 2019. Some customers have already shared rave reviews of the new restaurant. "Me and my husband took my family out here for an early Christmas present on Friday night," Brit…