Man, 86, and his dog rescued hundreds of miles off California coast after going silent for 2 months
Maria Gomez
Maria Gomez
Bureau Chief ¡ Garden City, NY
Maria Gomez has over 15 years of experience in local journalism, having previously served as the editor for the Hempstead Herald and a contributor to Newsday. She graduated from Long Island University with a degree in Journalism and has a passion for engaging with the diverse voices of Garden City. Maria believes that community journalism plays a crucial role in shaping local identity.
More from Maria âBureau Chief ¡ Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 5:22 PM ¡ 1 min read
A Coast Guard aircrew spotted the sailboat 460 miles off San Diego after an emergency beacon alert launched a dramatic search and rescue mission.