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Brand-New College Grad Opens The Whisk, Smithtown Bakery Where You'll Need To Take A Number Brand-New College Grad Opens The Whisk, Smithtown Bakery Where You'll Need To Take A Number
Brand-New College Grad Opens The Whisk, Smithtown Bakery Where You'll Need To Take A Number There was a line out the door Father's Day weekend when specialty cakes, pastries, donuts, cookies, and cannolis sold out at The Whisk Bakery owned by 21-year-old Smithtown native Amanda Vigliarolo. She opened the bakery in her hometown June 8. Both weekends Vigliarolo, a brand, new graduate of Johnson & Wales University in Rhode Island where she triple-majored in culinary, pastry and business- was forced to close early, said her mother Silvia Vigliarolo who helps out at the bakery. "She sold everything. We're always busy and especially both weekends," Silvia Vigliarolo said. "The cakes…
New Red Lobster Will Take Over Joe’s Crab Shack Space At Tanger Outlets In Deer Park New Red Lobster Will Take Over Joe’s Crab Shack Space At Tanger Outlets In Deer Park
New Red Lobster Will Take Over Joe’s Crab Shack Space At Tanger Outlets In Deer Park A Red Lobster restaurant is coming to Tanger Outlets in Deer Park, taking over a building that was formerly occupied by Joe's Crab Shack. Joe's closed in 2017 and the new restaurant at 1700 Arches Circle will open in September, said Nancy Larson, Tanger Outlets general manager. The freestanding eatery will be the seventh Red Lobster on Long Island. Other locations are Copiague, Elmont, Hicksville, Ronkonkoma, Stony Brook, and Valley Stream.  The large restaurant chain is famously known for its Cheddar Bay Biscuits and reasonably priced food combinations with seasonal special…
Here Are Five Places You'll Scream For Ice Cream In Fairfield County Here Are Five Places You'll Scream For Ice Cream In Fairfield County
Here Are Five Places You'll Scream For Ice Cream In Fairfield County An ice cream treat is a great way to spend a summer night with family and can brighten even the dreariest of rainy days, making everyone smile. Fairfield County is bursting with places you'll scream for ice cream. Here are five to try. Gelatissimo Artisan Gelato, 26 Forest St., New Canaan: "I've been in business for 14 years," said friendly owner Nuccia Mazzonetto who "grew up in Milano, Italy, and had a dream to open a gelateria," she told Daily Voice in a phone interview. The gelato is made from scratch, based on imported Italian gelato paste, says the store's website. Every day there a…
Man Charged After Argument Turns Violent In Canal Park, Westport Police Say Man Charged After Argument Turns Violent In Canal Park, Westport Police Say
Man Charged After Argument Turns Violent In Canal Park, Westport Police Say An argument turned violent at Canal Park in Westport around midday, police said. At 12:15 p.m. Sunday, June 16, officers were called to the apartment complex for a reported assault, said Westport Police. When they arrived, officers learned the victim was allegedly struck in the head by William Lyons after an argument over whose turn it was to visit a mutual friend living in the complex, according to police. Lyons left the scene prior to police arrival but was located in his apartment where he was taken into custody, said the report. Lyons was taken to the Wilton Police Department and char…
Man Cutting Grass At 7-Eleven Stabbed By Fellow Landscaper, Suffolk Police Say Man Cutting Grass At 7-Eleven Stabbed By Fellow Landscaper, Suffolk Police Say
Man Cutting Grass At 7-Eleven Stabbed By Fellow Landscaper, Suffolk Police Say A man cutting grass at a  7-Eleven in Holtsville allegedly stabbed a fellow landscaper. A landscaper was cutting grass at the 7-Eleven located at 984 Waverly Ave. Thursday afternoon, June 20, when Jorge Sandoval, another landscaper with an alleged past grudge against the man, got out of his vehicle and reportedly stabbed him, said Suffolk County Police. The victim reportedly used his weed trimmer to fend off the 31-year-old Sandoval and cut Sandoval’s arm in the process, according to the report. Sandoval allegedly returned to his vehicle and he and the driver attempted to flee, said p…
Sgt. Clifton Weed, 50-Year Stamford PD Member, Ancestor Of City Settler Jonas Weed, Dies Sgt. Clifton Weed, 50-Year Stamford PD Member, Ancestor Of City Settler Jonas Weed, Dies
Sgt. Clifton Weed, 50-Year Stamford PD Member, Ancestor Of City Settler Jonas Weed, Dies A retired sergeant who served 50 years with the Stamford Police and whose ancestor settled Stamford, has died. Clifton Eugene (Skip) Weed, a lifelong Stamford resident, died Monday, June 17 at age 80. Weed was the husband of Mary Ann Weed. He was the eldest son of Lester A. and Mary Ann Weed. He was a 12th generation descendant of Jonas Weed, an original settler of Stamford. A graduate of St. Basil Preparatory High School in 1956, he then attended Niagara University for two years. He later married Mary Ann on June 1, 1963.  Weed joined the Stamford Police Department and wa…
Sneak Peek: Two New Tropical Restaurants Debut At TOBAY Beach Sneak Peek: Two New Tropical Restaurants Debut At TOBAY Beach
Sneak Peek: Two New Tropical Restaurants Debut At Tobay Beach Two new tropical restaurants are making their debuts at TOBAY Beach. The Boat Yard and the Surf Shack, which both launched Friday, June 21, offer affordable food and drinks throughout the summer season.  The restaurants are part of the Island Time Hospitality Group, said Town of Oyster Bay Public Information Officer Brian Devine.  The tiki bar is a full-service restaurant that is open daily for lunch and dinner, depending on the weather. It is situated near the north beach on the ocean side of Tobay Beach, he explained. The Boat Yard is located on the bay side of the beach. It i…
Alert Issued For Missing Southampton Man Alert Issued For Missing Southampton Man
Alert Issued For Missing Southampton Man Suffolk County Police have issued a Silver Alert for a missing Southampton man who may be in need of medical attention. Robert Clinton, 59, was last seen at State Operated Community Residence house, located at 1272 Montauk Highway in Watermill on Monday, June 17 at approximately 3 p.m., said police. Clinton is described as being 5-foot-9, 260 pounds with gray hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a T-shirt and blue jeans. Detectives are asking anyone with information on Clinton’s location to call the Southampton Town Police at 631-728-5000 or 911. As a reminder, Silver Alert is a …
Cleanup In Aisle 3: Stop & Shop Begins Robot Rollout Cleanup In Aisle 3: Stop & Shop Begins Robot Rollout
Cleanup In Aisle 3: Stop & Shop Begins Robot Rollout Robots are rolling in the aisles at Stop & Shop stores across the region.  The supermarket chain's parent company, Ahold Delhaize USA, announced in January plans to place robots in Stop & Shop stores to support efficiency and safety in the stores. The robots are named Marty and their job is to call attention to hazards like when liquid, powder and large foodstuffs spill, then report when action to fix the problem is necessary. The new technology is designed to alert store employees of spills and safety hazards in the stores, said Jennifer Brogan, Stop & Shop's director of …
Two Charged With Prostitution In Huntington Massage Parlor Raid Two Charged With Prostitution In Huntington Massage Parlor Raid
Two Charged With Prostitution In Huntington Massage Parlor Raid Two women were charged with prostitution after a raid of a Huntington massage parlor, according to Suffolk County Police.  The raid on Thursday, June 20 at 5:35 p.m. was at the Four Seasons Spa, located at 367 West Jericho Turnpike, police said. In response to community complaints, Suffolk County Police Second Precinct Crime Section officers, assisted by the Town of Huntington Public Safety, Criminal Intelligence detectives, and Second Squad detectives conducted an investigation into alleged illegal activity at the spa, according to police. Jing Mei Zou, 50, and Qiong Zhou, 55, b…
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