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Thursday, November 27, 2025 ~ Volume 71 ~ Issue Number 6 ~ $1.00
Tierney Nabs Elaborate ‘Porch Pirate’ Ring By Matt Meduri In the age of modern technology, conveniences can be right at a doorstop and just the click of a button away. But on the other hand, it opens the door for fraud, abuse, and a series of events with unpredictable dangers. On Tuesday, Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney announced the indictment of fourteen conspirators for allegedly operating a criminal organization that stole FedEx packages containing cell phones and electronic devices throughout Suffolk County. From Huntington to Montauk, this “porch pirate” ring is alleged to have operated in broad daylight and without alerting hardly any residents.
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Man Arrested for Riley Fibbers Fire By Madison Warren As East Islip and Islip communities continue to mourn the devastating fire that claimed a Main Street restaurant, Harp & Hound, just two weeks ago, another beloved staple on Carleton Avenue, Riley Fibbers, has now become the latest victim of an unfortunate blaze. Riley Fibbers, a longtime hot spot gathering place for the East Islip community, a household name among residents, and a place known for good food and great drinks, found itself in the same unfortunate situation as Harp & Hound, destroyed by an awful fire. On Thursday night, at approximately 7:30p.m., flames broke out in the back of the restaurant after a patron was allegedly asked to leave and later returned, intentionally starting the fire through the rear door. Riley Fibbers in East Islip after the fire (Credit - Matt Meduri)
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