Former Hempstead Official Sentenced For Theft + County Fees Cut

Hey, Merrick! Let's get you all caught up to start this day off on an informed note. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in town today.

A former Hempstead Town official has been sentenced for stealing $59K from a political committee. Nassau County has voted to reduce the fee burden on residents. And a brand new preschool has opened in North Merrick.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and delightful. High: 75 Low: 62.

Here are the top stories today in Merrick:

1. Jeff Bessen has the story of John Novello, former deputy commissioner for the Town of Hempstead Buildings Department, being sentenced this week to five years probation for stealing more than $59,000 from the Cedarhurst Republican Committee. He also has to pay restitution. (LI Herald)
2. Nassau County legislature approved $106 million in cuts of real estate and parking fees. The Republican-sponsored bill wanted to reduce the budget burden on residents' fees. (Subscription: Newsday)
3. Long Island Business News tells us that Nassau's first Goddard School location has opened in North Bellmore. The early education franchise has one other LI location. (Subscription: Long Island Business News)
4. The Daily Voice explains how a former CEO from Jericho was sentenced for a bribery scheme. Alan Kaufman, age 62, CEO of the now-defunct Melrose Credit Union, was sentenced to 46 months in prison for his role in a scheme with Tony Georgiton. (Daily Voice)

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Today in Merrick:

• Fall Festival, St. John's Lutheran Church, Merrick, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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• Kiwanis Club of Merrick is looking for new members who want to help out in their community. (Facebook)
• Merrick Library opened registration for October events for toddlers and children. (Facebook)

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