Sen. Chuck Schumer proposes Virginia’s Law to eliminate statute of limitations on sex abuse, trafficking
By Carolyn Gusoff February 18, 2026 / 5:27 PM EST / CBS New York Sen. Chuck Schumer wants the federal government to do away with the statute of limitations on sex abuse and trafficking victims’ right to sue. Wednesday, he stood with Long Island victims and advocates to call for the change. Virginia’s Law named for Epstein […]
Schumer proposes federal bill to eliminate statute‑of‑limitations barriers for abuse survivors
By Eyewitness News Wednesday, February 18, 2026 11:22PM HAUPPAUGE, New York (WABC) — Domestic violence cases have risen sharply on Long Island in recent years, and Sen. Chuck Schumer says the system needs to change. Standing with survivors and advocates in Hauppauge on Wednesday, Schumer announced Virginia’s Law, a bill that would eliminate federal statute of limitations […]
Sen. Chuck Schumer unveils bill that would eliminate statute of limitations on sex trafficking lawsuits
By Michael O’KeeffeNewsdayUpdated February 18, 2026 8:19 pm Flanked by Long Island sex trafficking victims and advocates, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer unveiled a bill on Wednesday that would eliminate statutes of limitations on sex trafficking claims, which he said would prevent sexual predators from escaping accountability by running out the clock on lawsuits. “Virginia’s Law” would […]
Love Shouldn’t Hurt: The Retreat Educates Adults on Digital Abuse During Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Michelle Trauring | Press News Group Feb 17, 2026 On a recent Wednesday afternoon, 70 percent of attendees of a Zoom lecture hosted by The Retreat said they were concerned. About 15 percent were curious. Another 15 percent said they were trying to keep up. Eleven percent felt overwhelmed. Statistically speaking, they had every reason […]
‘Real Love Respects’: The Retreat Helps Pass Along a Message for Teen Relationships
By Michelle Trauring / East Hampton Press Feb 3, 2026 February marks Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, a nationwide effort to raise awareness about teen dating abuse and promote healthy, respectful relationships among young people. And this year’s theme, “Real Love Respects,” highlights the power of mutual respect as the foundation of safe and healthy […]
The Retreat: The East End Lifeline for Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking Survivors
by Angela LaGreca | Spark Hamptons The local nonprofit provides shelter, advocacy, and hope across Long Island—at a time when the need has never been greater. In the quiet corners of eastern Long Island, a safe haven exists for families fleeing danger. The Retreat, an East End nonprofit, provides emergency shelter, counseling, and legal advocacy for […]
Shining A Light On Human Trafficking On Long Island: Experts
EAC Network’s Hauppauge conference on human trafficking discussed how to approach an Island-wide issue. By Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff | Jan 16, 2026 5:34 pm EST HAUPPAUGE, NY — Beneath crystal chandeliers inside The Experience on Commerce Drive in Hauppauge, educators and service providers sat at round tables as panels and presentations moved through a difficult […]
Pitch Your Peers The Hamptons: A Collaborative Local Philanthropy Initiative
By James Lane Post The Hamptons chapter of Pitch Your Peers, a pioneering philanthropy initiative, held its third annual Pitch Day on October 25 at Scoville Hall in Amagansett. Since its launch in April 2023, PYP The Hamptons has united philanthropic women from the community to collaboratively identify and champion local non-profits that qualify for […]
On East End, The Retreat urges year-end giving to help domestic abuse survivors
Adina Genn / Long Island Business News New charitable giving rules for 2026 may present challenges for non-profits, including those serving vulnerable populations. The Retreat, an East Hampton-based 24/7 domestic violence service provider, said it is facing a dual challenge. In addition to seeing unprecedented demand for its services, The Retreat is also coping with tax changes it […]
Elder abuse on Long Island: How it happens and what to do about it
By Liza N. Burby | NEWSDAY Updated November 5, 2025 11:32 am If your adult child was abusing you financially, emotionally or physically, what would you do? In New York State, for every one reported case of elder abuse, about 23 typically go unreported, according to the “Under the Radar: New York State Elder Abuse Prevalence Study,” […]