July 9: Local Crime, Summer School, Track Work and More

Here are the top five headlines for July 9.

1. Crimes Nearby: A stabbing, drug charges and a robbery that began with a social media encounter are among the major crimes committed in communities neighboring Malverne, West Hempstead and Lynbrook. for this week's "Crimes Nearby."
2. Summer School: Lynbrook Summer Middle School starts today. (If you did not pick up your schedule, you may obtain it at North Middle today at 8 a.m.) 
3. LIRR Schedule Changes: Work associated with the MTA Long Island Rail Road’s East Side Access Project will affect some eastbound evening trains Monday. Learn more later this morning.
4. Best Frozen Treats: When the mercury rises, where do you go when you need a treat that will cool you down? Nominate the best place to buy frozen treats in Malverne, West Hempstead, Lynbrook and Rockville Centre . 
5. School Boards: The Malverne and West Hempstead school boards will be holding their first meetings of the 2012-2013 school year Tuesday night. Look for the agendas later today.