Bergen County Dad Living In $1M Home Who Smuggled Tech, Ammo For Russia Sentenced: DOJ
Two suburban husbands — one from New Jersey, the other from New Hampshire — lived comfortable family lives while secretly helping Russia obtain U.S.-made technology and sniper ammunition, federal prosecutors announced on Tuesday, Aug. 19.
Vadim Yermolenko, 43, of Upper Saddle River, NJ, a dual U.S. and Russian citizen, was sentenced to 30 months in prison for his role in the illicit network, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York. His co-defendant, Alexey Brayman, 38, of Merrimack, NH, an Israeli citizen born in Ukraine, pleaded guilty and is awaiting se…
Criminal Network Targets Kids At Home, FBI Says: What To Know About 764
Federal authorities are intensifying efforts against a disturbing online network known as "764," which they describe as a violent extremist group that targets and exploits children through social media and gaming platforms.
Two men have been charged for allegedly leading the enterprise: Leonidas Varagiannis, age 21, a US citizen living in Thessaloniki, Greece, and Prasan Nepal, age 20, of North Carolina.
Varagiannis was arrested on Monday, May 6, in Greece. Nepal was arrested Monday, April 22, in North Carolina and has since made a court appearance. Both are expected to appear in cour…
Best New Restaurant And Best Cocktails In Fairfield County In 2024: Esh Modern Mediterranean
We are thrilled to announce that Esh Modern Mediterranean has been named Best New Restaurant and Best Cocktails in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards!
According to Esh's website, Esh is a contemporary culinary experience that draws inspiration from the rich and diverse Middle Eastern culture, encompassing countries such as Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, Greece, Morocco, and the Aegean region.
Esh offers craft cocktails such as the Esh Margarita, Caramel Apple Cider Mule, and Lavender Martini 3.0, per its online menu.
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Monroe Mourns Death Of Popular Middle School Basketball Coach
Family, friends, and students of a Fairfield County teacher and popular middle school basketball coach are mourning his sudden death.
Panagiotis "Pete" Simoulidis, age 44, of Monroe, a Jockey Hollow Middle School basketball coach, died on Wednesday, July 12, according to his obituary.
The cause and manner of his death are still under review by the state Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. No foul play is suspected.
Born in Greece and raised in Norwalk, Simoulidis, who leaves behind a wife and two sons, coached 6th through 8th-grade teams and was known for caring about their academics as…
Wilmington Man Heading Overseas Because Of $1 Million Mass Lottery Prize
One local man will head overseas after winning it big in the Massachusetts State Lottery.
Michael Paquette, of Wilmington, won a $1 million prize in the lottery's “$10,000,000 Cash King” instant ticket game, lottery officials announced on Tuesday, Jan. 10.
Paquette, who plans on putting some of the money towards his dream 35th anniversary trip to Greece, opted in for a one-time payment $650,000 (before taxes), officials said. The Wilmington resident bought the winning ticket at E T D Food Mart, located at 365 Main Street in Tewksbury.
As Paquette and his sig…
'Needs A 6th Star!': New Bellmore Restaurant's Entrées Cited For Flavor, Large Portions
A family-run Greek restaurant that opened on Long Island in late spring is making a big impression on customers.
Souvlaki Street officially opened in North Bellmore on Sunday, June 5, owner Alexandros Katehis said.
Katehis, a resident of Bethpage, said he has worked in the restaurant industry for 35 years, previously operating restaurants in Greece and Brooklyn.
"All my life I've worked in restaurants," he said.
The new restaurant is located at 1904 Newbridge Road.
The menu is simple, emulating a gyro restaurant in Greece. In addition to gyros, it features Souvlaki, burgers, salads, an…
Popular Restaurant Opens New Location In Westchester
A popular restaurant has opened a new location in the region.
Greca Mediterranean Kitchen + Bar, which operates a Connecticut location in Litchfield County, now has a New York restaurant in Westchester County, located in White Plains.
The new restaurant's menu offers guests a wide selection of dinner dishes, including gyros, Faroe Island salmon, lamb chops, skirt steak, and more.
The drink menu includes a variety of cocktails, such as the "Greca Mule," and wines from around the world, including some from Greece.
"I have to start with saying it's about time White Plains has a superst…
Family Arrives From Greece To Visit Fotis Dulos In Hospital After Police Conduct Search Of Home
Click here for an updated story: Fotis Dulos, Suspect In Murder Of Missing Mother Of Five, Declared Dead
State police report a search of the Farmington mansion belonging to Fotis Dulos, the estranged husband and alleged killer of missing Fairfield County mom Jennifer Farber Dulos, was performed following his attempted suicide.
The search, conducted on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at the Jefferson Drive home, was related to the on-going murder investigation of Jennifer Farber Dulos of New Canaan, state police said.
Citing a gag order by the courts, the department said the warrant would be seale…
Man Confesses To Murder Of Former Northern Westchester Resident In Greece, Report Says
A 27-year-old man has reportedly admitted to the murder of a former Westchester resident on the island of Crete in Greece.
Law enforcement officials said the man was interviewed over the weekend in the death of 59-year-old Suzanne Eaton, the renowned scientist who graduated from Byram Hills High School in Armonk, allegedly confessed to the crime, reported CBS News.
Eaton, a molecular biologist went missing Tuesday, July 2, while attending a conference at the Orthodox Academy in Crete, Greece, when she disappeared.
Crete police are expected to released additional details on Tuesday, July 1…
