Bridget Murphy

Storyteller. Journalist. Proud Irish-American. Black Lab fan. Chelsea Football Club supporter. Swim-bike-run repeat.

[Bridget Murphy @ByBridgetMurphy]

It's my last day @Newsday after more than 11 years. Thanks to everyone on Long Island and in the newsroom for the adventure, for the memories and for trusting me with your stories. It's been a privilege. Catch me soon @GlobalPress.

[John Asbury @JohnAsbury]

The cause of four Suffolk wildfires in the Pine Barrens was accidentally started by a family attempting to make s’mores and igniting cardboard in their backyard before embers spread, according to police.

[Bridget Murphy @ByBridgetMurphy]

Feeling anxious before that flight? You're not alone on Long Island - Newsday https://t.co/H7PuOVbh0L

[Mike Balsamo @MikeBalsamo1]

Honored to celebrate my inauguration as the 118th president of the @PressClubDC with my amazing @AP colleagues. Their support and friendship mean everything. Looking forward to a year of championing press freedom and independent, fact-based journalism! #JournalismMatters

[Robert Brodsky @BrodskyRobert]

Exclusive: Woodbury nursing home headed for closure after proposed buyer, union can't reach deal. Cold Spring Hills Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation to shutter; 40-50 employees to get termination notices Friday as labor negotiations fail https://t.co/HvgxcFJbMG

[Bridget Murphy @ByBridgetMurphy]

Date-night tragedy: Lawyer for Bryan and Chelsea Zamzam, of E. Northport, says police chase sparked wrong-way crash. Newsday exclusive from ⁦@BrodskyRobert⁩ and ⁦⁦⁦@lorenamongelli⁩ https://t.co/NqlFHhhTHp

[David Olson @DavidOlson11]

For years, doctors told cancer patients & survivors to rest. Now many are recommending exercise as research shows it improves survival & helps prevent cancer recurrence: "The data is so profound on how beneficial exercise is. It works like a medicine." https://t.co/xfH1pBXwqR

[Robert Brodsky @BrodskyRobert]

A ⁦@Newsday⁩ exclusive
In the 2 years since the US Supreme Court declared NYS’ concealed carry laws unconstitutional, more than 17,000 Long Islanders have obtained permits to carry concealed weapons while less than 3% of all applicants are rejected https://t.co/VY5iFeFoCl

[Harper Books @harperbooks]

We are thrilled to see FIFTEEN CENTS ON THE DOLLAR by @louisestory @EbonyReed on the @SABEW shortlist!

[Robert Levin @Rlevin85]

Long Island emergency room visits now take nearly 4 hours — 75 minutes more than national average. Compelling report ⁦@Newsday⁩ via ⁦@BrodskyRobert⁩ ⁦@anastasiajourno⁩ and Lorena Mongelli https://t.co/2wK1HxT8Uj

[Bridget Murphy @ByBridgetMurphy]

Hagerman Landing Road in Rocky Point had some of the worst damage in Suffolk County after a storm dropped more than 9 inches of rain. Here are the stories of the people who live there. https://t.co/t471tnbJqx

[Paul LaRocco @paullarocco]

DOH initially told me it “did not have plans” to conduct a new cancer study. But lawmakers and residents, as we reported this month, called that position shortsighted, and today the state announces:
https://t.co/N5j3pT84DF

[Alfonso Castillo @AlfonsoReports]

I’m really happy with how this story, chronicling the “decline of civility” on the LIRR, turned out. It was a true @Newsday team effort. A special thanks to the tremendously talented Neville Harvey for the brilliant illustrations.
Full story here: https://t.co/yxx5PdAsjl...

[Robert Brodsky @BrodskyRobert]

Late firefighter's kidney given to retired cop in need of transplant
Volunteer firefighter Mark Staunton was on life support after a heart attack at 50, before his wife donated his organs to save others — including another first responder. My latest https://t.co/8FlXiaz9id

[Wendell Pierce @WendellPierce]

One of the highlights of my acting career, that has become one of the highlights of my life. I share this moment with one of my dear friends, knowing we created a scene together that will be a part of our legacy. This is a tribute to his memory and a reminder of how talented he was. Miss you, brother.

[Newsday @Newsday]

The towns recently joined a lawsuit challenging a new state law that will move most local elections to even-numbered years. https://t.co/etdfmIaVDu

[Robert Brodsky @BrodskyRobert]

A nearly yearlong ⁦@Newsday⁩ investigation with ⁦@anastasiajourno⁩
6% of eligible LI school cafeterias inspected twice a year as required by federal law, among fewest in NY. Roaches, mice dropping, unrefrigerated food found during inspections https://t.co/dS0pTUOu9C

[Joe Werkmeister @joewerk]

Very excited to share this story! An amazing family I got to meet.

[UN News @UN_News_Centre]

Edith Lederer is an award-winning reporter for @AP with more than a half century of experience. She offers insight into why journalism matters for the public and explains the significance of World Press Freedom Day

[Ebony Reed @EbonyReed]

FYI: @BNBuzz has a two-day sale on FIFTEEN CENTS ON THE DOLLAR. Offer ends 4/19.
Fifteen Cents on the Dollar chronicles seven Black families and their experiences in America with data and historical context about the Black-white wealth gap. @louisestory and I cowrote this book.
https://t.co/ebN1pPRsBN