Bar Patron Shot Security Guard, Paralyzing Him In Freeport, Jury Finds
A Hempstead man has been convicted of attempted murder for a 2023 shooting at a Freeport bar that left a security guard paralyzed and another man seriously injured.
A jury found Tiray Clemmons, 34, guilty on all counts Tuesday, Sept. 16, following a trial in Nassau County Court.
The shooting happened on July 15, 2023, outside Agua on the Mile after Clemmons was denied re-entry to the bar following an argument with management.
“Tiray Clemmons was furious that he had been thrown out of a Nautical Mile bar, and he wanted payback,” said Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly.
He retu…
Man Threatens To Shoot Up Bloomingdale Bar, Police Say
A Pompton Lakes man was arrested after police say he threatened to shoot multiple patrons inside a Bloomingdale bar.
On the night of Saturday, Aug. 23, Bloomingdale officers were dispatched to a local bar for a report of an unruly male who had allegedly threatened to open fire, Bloomingdale Police said in a news release. The man fled before officers arrived.
Through an investigation and interviews with victims, police identified the suspect as William Stonesifer, 53, of Pompton Lakes, authorities said.
Officers from the Bloomingdale Police Department, with help from Pompton Lakes Police, w…
21-Year-Old Repeatedly Ran Over Man, Killing Him, Outside Brentwood Bar: DA
A 21-year-old man is facing murder charges after intentionally running over another man multiple times with his BMW outside a Brentwood bar, prosecutors said.
Alex Reyes, of Brentwood, was indicted for second-degree murder in connection with the violent death of 46-year-old Alexander Velasquez, also of Brentwood, in Suffolk County Court on Thursday, July 3.
The deadly encounter unfolded around 4 a.m. on Saturday, June 22, in a parking lot on Clarke Street near Miguelino’s Bar, as Daily Voice reported.
Velasquez was standing in the lot when Reyes and a group of unidentified men attacked hi…
Restaurant Announces Closure After 8 'Unforgettable Years' In New City, Reveals 'Farewell Tour'
After close to a decade of memories, music, and late-night laughs, a popular bar and community hangout in Rockland County will soon close its doors for good.
The Place, located in New City at 191 South Main St., announced on Saturday, June 14 that it would soon be closing its doors in a heartfelt message to patrons on social media.
"This has been one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever had to make," wrote the owner, Jenna, who continued, "The Place has been so much more than just a bar — it’s been a second home & a hub for our community."
Known for its welcoming vibe, pa…
Drink With Your Pup: Dog Park, Bar To Open In Nanuet
A one-of-a-kind hangout spot is about to open in Rockland County, and it's designed for both dogs and their humans.
Bark ‘n Brews, Rockland County’s first dog park and bar, will hold its grand opening on Friday, May 30, at 35 Smith St. in Nanuet, offering a tail-wagging mix of local drinks, fresh food, and off-leash fun.
The concept is the creation of the team behind Paw Pals, a longtime local pet care business. Owner Brittanie, who dreamed up the idea back in 2019, says it started as a community event and has now grown into a full-time weekend destination.
"In 2019 I tho…
Public House 46 To Close After Nearly 20 Years, Owner Explains Why
Public House 46 in Clifton will be closing for good after service on Sunday, April 6, owner Robby Corujo confirmed to Daily Voice.
The longtime Route 46 hotspot, located at 1081 US-46, has been a go-to for locals looking to catch a game, hear live music, or enjoy a classic burger and beer. But Corujo says it’s time for a new chapter.
“The reason why I’m closing is due to limited parking,” said Corujo, who also owns the Wayne Ale House, known for its massive pizzas. “I’m unable to run the bar/restaurant the way I would like.”
Corujo took over ownership in 2006. Prior to that, the place was …
Southington Restaurant, Bowling Alley Announces Immediate Closure
After almost a decade, an indoor bowling alley and entertainment center in Connecticut that doubled as a bar and restaurant has announced its closure.
Crystal Bees, located in the Hartford County town of Southington at 240 Spring St., announced its immediate closure on Tuesday, Nov. 5 in a post on social media and its website.
In its announcement, the business, which consisted of a bowling alley, arcade, music venue, bistro, and bar, attributed its end to "the current economic landscape," which made it hard for it to "continue as a restaurant and entertainment venue."
"Fro…
Resort-Like French Normandy-Style Home In Armonk Now Listed For $9.3M
If you want to feel like you're constantly on a luxurious French vacation, you may be interested in a lavish Northern Westchester estate now listed for sale.
The 14,066-square-foot French Normandy-style chateau, located in Armonk within the Conyers Farm neighborhood at 4 Cowdray Park Dr., is now listed for $9.3 million by Christie's International Real Estate Group.
The seven-bedroom and seven-bath home, built in 2002, boasts impressive architecture and features large entertainment spaces, a spacious kitchen, a family room, a paneled library, and a primary suite with dual ba…
New Owners Of The Cottage Bar Have Message For Longtime Customers
It took months for Anabella Sol Cavagliato and Jorge Mora to gain the trust of patrons after opening In The Drink.
It was 2017 and the bar and restaurant at Preakness Valley Golf Course in Wayne had long been owned and operated by someone else.
The customers were skeptical of change. They didn't like it, at first. They didn't want it, said Cavagliato, 41, and Mora, 47, of Bogota.
But over time, the customers warmed up to the new atmosphere, fare, and drinks. These days, In The Drink is thriving.
And so are its owners, who will be taking over The Cottage Bar — the Irish pub two d…
Hudson Valley Eatery With New Location Cited For Tasty Burgers, Sandwiches
Looking for a laid-back, groovy kind of place to hang out this summer, grab a drink and a burger and some fries?
Then, a new Hudson Valley restaurant—Meyer's Olde Dutch or MOD in Dutchess County in Poughkeepsie—is just the place, according to online reviewers and foodies.
Local residents already have the pleasure of eating at Meyer's Old Dutch, which has a location in Beacon.
The new Arlington location, which opened in May, has a large shaded patio for outdoor dining and a superb bar, reviews say.
The menu features something for everyone, even vegetarians and people with food …
Tommy's Tavern + Tap Announces Edgewater Opening Date
A popular bar and restaurant with nine locations in New Jersey is opening another later this month.
Tommy's Tavern + Tap announced on Instagram that its Edgewater location will open at City Place on Wednesday, June 26.
The expansive Tommy's menu includes pizza, burgers, salads, small plates, sushi, beer, cocktails, wine, happy hour specials, and more.
Tommy's has locations in Sea Bright, Freehold, Clifton, Bridgewater, Edison, Princeton, Morris Plains, Mount Laurel, Cherry Hill, and now Edgewater.
Tommy's Tavern + Tap, 11 The Promenade at City Place, Edgewater.
Bar Security Guard Who Pepper Sprayed, Hit, Killed Soccer Coach Charged With Murder
Police have arrested a murder suspect after gathering enough evidence for a warrant after he was accused of violently killing a man who through a brick toward him last month, authorities say.
Keith Luckey, 39, was arrested on Tuesday, Dec. 6 after he fatally shot Kevin Abel Torres Guerrero, 35, on Monday, Nov. 7, according to Baltimore Police.
This arrest came after detectives consulted with the States Attorney's Office and determined that the facts of this case warranted an arrest.
Luckey reportedly shot Guerrero while working as a security guard at a bar in the 4000 block of East L…
This Popular Spot Named Long Island's Best Bar By Voters
Say cheers! A celebrated brewery was voted the best bar on Long Island for the second year in a row, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island.
Po'Boy Brewery in Suffolk County was voted the best bar by Long Islanders in 2022, the website announced.
Located at 200 Wilson St. in Port Jefferson Station, the brewery offers a wide selection of drinks from the "Lavender Fields of Dreams" sour IPA fermented with blueberry, lemonade, and lavender, to "The Amazing Ciderman," a hard cider fermented with peach and mango.
"This spot was wonderful," Stephanie K., of Babylon, wrote in a Yelp review. "T…
