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Longtime Firefighter, Marine, Navy Veteran From Westchester Dies: 'An Icon'
A beloved firefighter and veteran from Westchester is being remembered for his lifetime of service to others and his legendary clam-shucking skills. Rye Brook resident Raymond Nethercott, the most senior member of the Port Chester Fire Department's Washington Engine & Hose Co. #4, die…
Town of Oyster Bay Completes Major Sports Field Upgrade at Haypath Park in Plainview
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Councilman Lou Imbroto, Town Clerk Richard LaMarca and Tax Receiver Jeffrey Pravato announce the competition of baseball field improvements at Haypath Park in Plainview. The Town of Oyster Bay upgraded the natural surface infield to a synthetic turf playing area. “These important upgrades enhance...
Northwell At Jones Beach Theater Opens For The 2024 Summer Concert Season With New Additions
Northwell at Jones Beach Theater ceremoniously cut the ribbon Thursday, opening the theater for the 2024 summer concert season after undergoing a massive renovation to modernize the venue and prepare it for the season. The five-year multi-million dollar project, in partnership between New York State Parks and Live Nation, was...
Did Your Connecticut Town Make the Top 9 Places to Live List?
Travel & Leisure recently released their list of the 9 Best Places to Live in Connecticut. Unlike many similar rankings based mainly on Google analytics, Travel & Leisure took a different approach by consulting Connecticut real estate agents to compile their Top 9 cities and towns. Let's dive into their...
New York project will renew 60 miles of pavement
The New York Department of Transportation recently began a two-year, $18.3 million project to renew 60 lane miles of pavement in Nassau and Suffolk counties. The project will enhance public safety by improving driving conditions. Work includes replacing the existing road surfaces with two inches of new asphalt, and applying lane markings and crosswalks with […] The post New York project will renew 60 miles of pavement appeared first on Transportation Today.
Legislator Solages Celebrates Groundbreaking of Inwood Apartments for Veterans and First Responders
Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D – Valley Stream) joined with the Inwood community on Wednesday, June 26 to celebrate the groundbreaking of a new residential building geared toward veterans and first responders. Situated near the Long Island Rail Road station at the intersection of Bayview Avenue and...
Nassau County Chief Of Patrol Dies Of 9/11-Related Cancer
Nassau County Chief of Patrol Kevin G. Canavan, age 64, died on Sunday, June 30, according to his colleagues with the department. Canavan died of complications from the 9/11-related cancer. The Scarsdale, Westchester County native and longtime Bayport resident spend 39 years with the Nassau County Police Department. He started...
Downtown Sounds Returns This Summer
Downtown Sounds (DTS) returns to Glen Cove’s Village Square this summer. The free concert series has been a town staple for the past 27 years. This year’s lineup includes familiar fan-favorite bands, as well as new performers. The concerts take place at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Square...
Ensuring Clean Drinking Water For Hicksville Households
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the State of New York recently broke ground on a pivotal drinking water infrastructure project in Hicksville, N.Y. System operators will install a system to safeguard the community’s drinking water from PFAS chemicals, also known as ‘forever chemicals.’ The project received water infrastructure investments under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the New York State Water Infrastructure Improvement grant program.
Controversial Decision in Nassau County Sparks Outrage
In a divisive move, the Nassau County Legislature in New York has passed a controversial law preventing transgender female athletes from participating in girls' and women's sports teams at county-owned facilities. This decision follows a failed attempt earlier this year by Republican County Executive Bruce Blakeman to implement a similar ban through an executive order, which was swiftly challenged in court.
Port Washington Calendar for July 10 to July 17
9:30 a.m. (Blumenfeld Park) Join your favorite librarians at the park across the street from the Library for story time! No registration required. 12:00 p.m. (Port Washington Public Library, Lapham Room) Explore NY pirates with Professor Ron Brown, delving into New York’s seafaring history, including the legend of Captain Kidd and the buried treasures on Long Island. Sponsor: Nautical Advisory Council. Register at pwpl.org.
Hicksville Resident Named Woman Of Distinction By NY Senate
New York State Senator Steve Rhoads recognized Hicksville’s Patricia Harrs as his New York State Senate 2024 Woman of Distinction in Albany. Patricia Harrs is a truly remarkable woman who is an inspiration to all and a shining example of what it means to live a life dedicated to serving others. She has spent her entire life living in Levittown and Hicksville passionately focused on public safety, volunteerism, and her family. Patricia Harrs has dedicated her life to serving her community, starting as a lifeguard, and progressing through roles as a Nassau County Police Department crossing guard and a Nassau County Corrections Officer, where she retired as Captain of the Police Academy after 32 years. Despite facing personal tragedy, she persevered and raised her four children while working and training countless officers. Now in retirement after recovering from cancer, she remains a pillar of strength for her family and continues to be recognized for her dedication and loving heart.
Westbury Fire Department Recognizes Four Members For 50 Years Of Service
In late May, the Westbury Fire Department honored four of its members for 50 years of service to the community. Ex-captain Michael Rice, Ex-Chief Robert Borra, Ex-Chief Robert Price and firefighter Ian Rodgers were honored by current Chief LaShaun L. Carr and the Westbury Fire Department at the Memorial Day Inspection/Parade.
Half Hollow Hills School Leaders Slam Melville Apartment Rezone
The leaders of the Half Hollow Hills (HHH) School District slammed the Huntington Town Board's proposed Melville 3,000 apartments rezone, for providing false enrollment and tax estimates, and cutting corners on required environmental, traffic and economic impact studies. In March, 2024, Huntington Supervisor Ed Smyth and Councilman Sal Ferro filed...
Historic Oyster Bay Walking Tours Now Available
Oyster Bay Town Clerk Richard LaMarca announces that residents interested in local history are invited to embark on a journey through time with a guided walking tour of historic Oyster Bay, where echoes of the past meet footsteps in the present. Raynham Hall Museum, located at 30 West Main Street in the hamlet of Oyster Bay, offers a two-hour, historic walk through Oyster Bay, spanning 1.5 miles.
Alleghany Avenue Elementary School unveils book vending machine
Alleghany Avenue Elementary School in Lindenhurst, New York is fostering a love for reading and good character with a unique approach: a book vending machine, according to a Patch report. Students can earn access to the machine, stocked with free books, by demonstrating positive behaviors aligned with the school's PAWS program (Practice Respect, Accept Responsibility, Work Hard, Safety Matters).
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