David J. Criblez

David J. Criblez

ExploreLI Reporterdavid.criblez@newsday.com

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Education: Villanova University

David J. Criblez is a features and entertainment reporter, covering everything from festivals and events to local music and stand-up comedy. Before his 11 years at Newsday, David was the editor-in-chief of the Oyster Bay Guardian weekly local newspaper. He was also a senior reporter at the Island Ear and Good Times magazine.

Honors and Awards: First Place, Long Island Press Club, Narrative Entertainment, 2013; Second Place, Long Island Press Club, Narrative Entertainment, 2016; First Place, Long Island Press Club, Narrative Entertainment, 2021

David J. Criblez's Work

KISS' Gene Simmons now flying solo
David J. CriblezApril 30, 2025 5:00 am
Pokémon, Dragon Ball Z and more: Nassau Coliseum hosts massive trading card event
David J. CriblezApril 29, 2025 5:00 am
Barry Williams shares secrets about 'The Brady Bunch'
David J. CriblezApril 22, 2025 5:00 am
Women car clubs rev up LI car scene
David J. CriblezApril 22, 2025 5:00 am
Jimmy Fallon dines and duets at Bayville restaurant
David J. CriblezApril 15, 2025 1:55 pm
Viral Dubai chocolate bar and more: Here's what to expect at The Chocolate Expo
David J. CriblezApril 10, 2025 5:00 am
1:50
Only in NewsdayLI raceway unveils new go-kart track, massive upgrades
David J. CriblezApril 8, 2025 5:00 am
Yes' Wakeman, Anderson continue prog rockers' LI legacy
David J. CriblezApril 5, 2025 5:00 am
'Alice in Wonderland'-inspired pop-up returns with festive cocktails, costumed characters
David J. CriblezApril 4, 2025 2:18 pm
Stray Cats' Slim Jim Phantom cancels LI show, citing medical issue
David J. CriblezApril 4, 2025 1:27 pm
Q-and-A: Melissa Etheridge opens up ahead of her LI show
David J. CriblezApril 2, 2025 5:00 am
Break out the board games: An expo dedicated to tabletop gaming comes to LI
David J. CriblezMarch 31, 2025 10:00 am
1:14
Spring preview: Six concerts not to miss
David J. CriblezMarch 28, 2025 5:00 am
Hank Azaria now leads Bruce Springsteen tribute band
David J. CriblezMarch 25, 2025 5:00 am
Only in NewsdayLI comic to appear on PBS show
David J. CriblezMarch 21, 2025 9:31 am
First in NewsdayNew wave, yacht rock showcased on Great South Bay Fest's final day
David J. CriblezMarch 20, 2025 1:00 pm
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Spring preview: 23 great concerts coming to LI
David J. CriblezMarch 20, 2025 5:00 am
Relive the summer of 1963 at 'Dirty Dancing' concert
David J. CriblezMarch 11, 2025 5:00 am
Only in NewsdayA new tiki boat will set sail from port behind LI brewery this summer
David J. CriblezMarch 10, 2025 3:30 pm
First in NewsdayGreat South Bay Music Fest sets rock-reggae lineup
David J. CriblezMarch 10, 2025 1:00 pm

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