Halloween House Long Island, a unique haunted house experience designed for all ages, is set to open its doors on September 27th. Offering a magical and enchanting atmosphere, the attraction focuses on fun and entertainment rather than jump scares, making it an ideal destination for families.
Long Island, New York, is officially embracing its status as a year-round destination with the rebranding of ‘Tumbleweed Tuesday’ to ‘Tourism Tuesday.’ This shift reflects the region’s remarkable growth in tourism, as evidenced by record visitor spending and a surge in tourism-related jobs. Discover Long Island’s strategic marketing efforts are playing a key role in attracting visitors during traditionally quieter months, ensuring a steady flow of tourists throughout the year.
Escape the hustle and bustle of New York City for a day of rejuvenation with these incredible day trips just beyond the city limits. From picturesque hiking trails to charming antique shops, tranquil boat rides, and renowned wineries, there’s something for every taste and interest.
State and local law enforcement have commenced a new search in a wooded area of Long Island as part of the ongoing investigation into the infamous Gilgo Beach murders. The exact details of the search site and the specific focus of the investigators remain undisclosed. The investigation revolves around the Gilgo Four, a group of four women whose bodies were discovered near the beach over a decade ago. Manhattan architect Rex Heuermann has been charged with their murders and is awaiting trial. Additionally, the area where the current search is taking place was previously linked to the discovery of two other young women’s remains over 20 years ago.
A Long Island woman, 21-year-old Brianna Lodice, was driving a Kia and struck a Nissan Altima in Massapequa on Tuesday night, killing the 64-year-old female driver of the Nissan. A 46-year-old female passenger in the Nissan suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Lodice fled the scene after the crash but was arrested a short time later. She has been charged with second-degree vehicular manslaughter, third-degree grand larceny, leaving the scene of an accident, and driving while intoxicated.
Former Representative George Santos has dropped out of his independent bid for a seat in the House of Representatives, citing a desire to avoid splitting the Republican vote and handing the seat to the Democrats. Santos, who was previously expelled from Congress, is facing multiple federal criminal charges.
