The top 5 stories in the Long Island Press this week are listed below.
Cop, Teacher Accused of Running Suffolk Sex Trafficking Ring
After a three-year long undercover investigation by the Suffolk County DA, a police officer and an Islip teacher were indicted for allegedly managing a sex trafficking ring.
It’s Fall Ya’ll! Long Island Fall Festivals and Fairs for 2024
Get ready to turn up the volume, Long Island! Nassau County is celebrating its 125th anniversary this month with an epic, free party in Eisenhower Park, honoring over a century of history, culture and community.
Gilgo Beach Serial Killer Suspect Rex Heuermann’s Defense Questions Admissibility of DNA Evidence
Rex Heuermann, the Gilgo Beach serial killer suspect charged with murdering six women over the past three decades, appeared in court Wednesday, where it was announced a hearing will be held to determine the admissibility of some DNA evidence in court.
Enough Fentanyl To Kill Everyone On Long Island Seized In Suffolk County, DA Says
It takes around two mg of fentanyl — around the weight of two grains of sand — to kill an average-sized adult. And about 15 pounds of it were reportedly seized in a single Suffolk County home.
Harry Potter Pop-Up Restaurant ‘Wizardry’ Coming To Long Beach
Harry Potter fans, grab your brooms — there’s a new restaurant that’s right up your Diagon Alley.
