Listen to this article A former aide to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and her husband were arrested in their Manhasset home Tuesday, federal officials said. Linda Sun has been charged in federal court in Brooklyn in connection with violating and conspiring to violate the Foreign Agents Registration Act, visa fraud, alien smuggling and money…
Listen to this article The American Heart Association’s Long Island Heart and Stroke Ball is set for Oct. 24 at the Garden City Hotel. The event, which has the support from leaders in the region’s business community, is designed to fight and raise awareness about heart disease and stroke on Long Island. “The Heart and…
Listen to this article The New York Department of State announced the completion of the Newbridge Road Park water access point project in Bellmore, part of its South Shore Blueway Trail Plan. The Bellmore project adds a year-round, ADA-accessible access point that connects to a waterfront access point at Seamans Neck Park in Seaford and…
Listen to this article The recently opened marketplace at ELIJA Farm in South Huntington has launched an initiative to raise money for autism services and the homeless on Long Island. ELIJA, which stands for Empowering Long Island’s Journey through Autism, announced the effort called Woof Wednesday, where each Wednesday its farm’s market will be stocked…
Listen to this article In a significant move that will undoubtedly shake up universal digital marketing and social media practices, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a final rule banning fake followers, reviews, and testimonials. This new regulation, outlined in 16 CFR Part 465, directly targets unfair and deceptive practices involving consumer reviews and…
Listen to this article Online reviews and testimonials are a key way that small businesses can attract new customers and boost sales of products. But fake reviews and testimonials have been a persistent problem for small businesses, many of whom rely on recommendations for business. Fake reviews can make it harder for people to trust…
Listen to this article The Safe Center, a Bethpage-based nonprofit victim service organization, has released its 2023 Impact Report. The report highlights the organization’s work on behalf of victims and survivors of domestic violence, child abuse, human trafficking, rape, sexual assault and other interpersonal violence. In 2023, its 10th year of serving Long Island, The…
Listen to this article A disaster emergency for Suffolk County has been declared by New York Gov. Kathy Hochul following the record rainfall on Aug. 18-19. Multiple rescues were required during the storm, especially in the Town of Brookhaven, during the early morning hours of Aug. 19. The Mill Pond dam failed completely, causing six…
Listen to this article A Melville-based law firm recently held a teambuilding event at a Long Island destination, highlighting what the region has to offer. Cona Elder Law hosted the event for its 35 team members at the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHoF) in Stony Brook. The event, a murder mystery…
Listen to this article A former congressional candidate has been charged in federal court in Manhattan with violating campaign finance laws, officials said. Michelle Bond, who lost a primary election to Rep. Nick LaLota, (R-Amityville) in 2022 has been charged with conspiring to “cause and causing unlawful campaign contributions in connection with her unsuccessful run…