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Matthew Zoll has been identified as the body that had been found drowned in an East Shoreham pool. Zoll had been a suspect in the November stabbing of his father. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Matthew Zoll's body identified as body found in pool

'The Gilgo Beach Killer: House of Secrets' premieres June 10 on Peacock. The documentary includes interviews with Asa Ellerup, Rex Heuermann's estranged wife.

Watch the trailer for Peacock's Gilgo documentary

Victoria Heuermann, daughter of accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex A. Heuermann, says her father "most likely" committed the killings in a new Peacock documentary, "Gilgo Beach Killer: House of Secrets."

'Gilgo Beach Killer: House of Secrets'

The former Nassau County executive is currently serving a 12-year prison sentence on corruption charges. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Mangano wants conviction reviewed

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Police said officers responded to the Developmental Disabilities Institute after a report of injuries to "a non-verbal adult resident with Down Syndrome."

Cops: Care facility worker allegedly pushed, injured resident

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The ex-girlfriend began to sour on the experience, defense lawyers suggested, when she found out Combs was romancing other women.

Ex-girlfriend was willing participant in 'freak-offs,' defense tries to show through texts

Prosecutors said the defendant used the proceeds from the scheme to buy multimillion-dollar homes, and luxury vehicles such as Mercedes, Ferrari and BMW.

LI ambulette company owner pleads guilty in $20M fraud scheme, feds say

Suffolk County officials warn against illegal limo services as prom and wedding season approaches, highlighting risks of underinsured drivers and unsafe vehicle modifications.

Suffolk County warns riders about illegal limos, taxis and party buses

The defendant and her husband spent thousands of dollars on expensive meals, luxury shopping, a vacation in Bali and the rent for a penthouse apartment, federal prosecutors said.

Feds: LI founder of public defenders office in NYC indicted on fraud, theft charges

Jaswinder Singh, 54, acknowledged that he was doing 54 mph in a 40 mph zone and failed to stop at a red light before the 19-ton truck hit the 2019 Honda Accord driven by Joseph Kelly, 24, who authorities said died on impact.

Man pleads guilty in garbage truck crash that killed LI resident

Victoria Heuermann makes the startling allegation about her father, Rex Heuermann, in "Gilgo Beach Killer: House of Secrets."

New documentary: Heuermann's daughter says she believes her father is 'most likely' the Gilgo Beach killer

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The original makeshift memorial could not hold up to the elements through the years, but West Islip's Sara Ferro wanted to change that. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'My heart's always been with the families'

Sources say the man who discovered a body in his backyard pool is a member of the police task force that had been searching for homicide suspect Matthew Zoll. 

'One of the portions of the Loop Loc cover was undone'

Suffolk Police Officer George Trimigliozzi, accused of helping operate brothels, was indicted on charges alleging he sexually abused women he met on dating apps. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Islip man accused of helping run brothel

A vault door was removed from alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann's home as the family gets ready to move.

Vault door removed from Heuermann's home

Thomas Mascia launched a police manhunt after authorities say he falsely claimed a Black man shot him in the leg.

  Plea hearing for ex-NYS trooper halted after he told the judge he 'didn't feel well' mentally

A Suffolk police officer was released from the hospital after being slashed while arresting a suspect in Copiague. 

Officer released from hospital after being slashed 

The driver faces charges of unlawful fleeing a police officer and driving without a license.

Cop dragged by car as suspect flees traffic stop near Green Acres Mall, police say

More than two dozen alleged Long Island gang members have been arrested and charged in multiple-count indictments, officials say.

Arrests made in Long Island gangs takedown  

Nassau officials on Wednesday revealed the identity of Gilgo Beach homicide victim Jane Doe No. 3 and the toddler linked to her via DNA analysis. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

'If you knew Tanya please let us know'

Former Long Island Rep. George Santos was sentenced Friday to more than seven years in prison in a federal lockup for scamming his donors and lying to Congress.

Former Rep. George Santos sentenced

Former LI congressman George Santos will be required to enter a federal prison on July 25, 2025. Newsday TV's Andrew Ehinger reports. 

'Polar opposite of what a public servant should be'

Nassau officials on Wednesday revealed the identity of Gilgo Beach homicide victim Jane Doe No. 3 and her toddler daughter. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

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Newsday food writer Erica Marcus tries the 3-foot-long lobster roll at 317 Main in Farmingdale.

This lobster roll is 3 feet long

On their second day of mandatory minicamp, the Jets are pleased with the progression of the team.

Jets minicamp is moving in 'the right direction'

Fifteen sets of twins are getting ready to graduate from Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School.

'Such a unique experience'  

When people bring baby animals into rehab centers, many times the animals don't actually need help. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland visited Sweetbriar Nature Center in Smithtown to learn more.

Find a baby animal in the wild? Here's what you should do

Suspected Gilgo Beach killer's daughter says father 'most likely' committed killings in new documentary

Barkgata in Farmingdale is the latest canine-friendly spot on the Island offering luxury dog services, from boarding to recreation.

New dog hotel Barkgata joins Long Island pet businesses designed to pamper pooches

Games, rides and food: NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits Adventureland in this week's LI Works.

LI Works: Taking a spin at Adventureland

Organizers said the annual event was the biggest one yet, with 135 groups marching and about 20,000 people lining the parade route in Huntington. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Long Island Pride Parade draws thousands to Huntington

Hundreds of youths fighting on Jones Beach were dispersed Thursday by police with the help of a helicopter, according to the authorities.

Jones Beach reopens after police break up crowd of 500

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