Massapequa, NY|News|
Massapequa Schools Welcome New Teachers
The teachers were welcomed to the district with a four-day orientation before the new school year began.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
- Garden City, NY
Alex is an award-winning journalist who has spent more than a decade covering Long Island, and Nassau County in particular. He loves the nitty-gritty of local politics, his dog and tea. You can reach him at alex.costello@patch.com.
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Hicksville, NY|News|
Kitten Rescued From LI Storm Drain During Henri Gets Happy Ending
The kitten nearly drowned as storm water started filling the pipe it was in. But now one of the NCPD officers involved wants to adopt her.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Hicksville, NY|News|
Man Tried To Steal Mail, Attacked Postal Inspector: Nassau Police
Police say two men were using a stolen USPS key to break into mailboxes and steal mail. One fought back when he was caught, police say.
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Garden City|News|
LI's Anastasia Pagonis Earns Second Medal In Tokyo Paralympics
The 17-year-old took bronze in the women's 200m individual medley in Tokyo, bringing her medal count up to two.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|News|
Flash Flood Watch Issued For Long Island As Ida Moves In
The remnants of the storm will make it to Long Island Wednesday, and could bring a lot of rain to the area.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Levittown, NY|News|
Registration Opening For Oyster Bay Ice Hockey Program
All children ages 3 to 14 can register to play this fall and winter. Registration opens on Sept. 8.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Garden City|News|
FCC Mandating 10-Digit Dialing For Some New York Area Codes
Some places will have to use area codes to make local calls starting in October. Find out if you're in one of them.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|News|
MASSAPEQUA DAILY: Everything Going On Today (Mon, Aug 30)
The quickest way to get caught up on all things happening today in Massapequa.
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Levittown, NY|News|
LEVITTOWN DAILY: Everything Going On Today (Mon, Aug 30)
Here's a five-minute guide to what's going on today in Levittown.
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Garden City|News|
GARDEN CITY DAILY: What's Happening Today (Mon, Aug 30)
The latest from Garden City, delivered right to your inbox.
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Hicksville, NY|News|
Man Was Driving Drunk, Crashed With 4-Year-Old In Car: NC Police
Police say the man and his wife were injured in the crash, but the child was fine.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Garden City|News|
Man Stalked Woman, Put GPS On Her Car: Garden City Police
See what else police say happened in your village this week.
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Levittown, NY|News|
Pills Stolen From Unlocked Car: Nassau County Police
See what else police say happened in Levittown this week.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|News|
LI Teen Takes Gold In Paralympic Games: Patch Week In Review
ALSO: Henri just grazes Island | Over 100 firefighters battle blaze | Woman mourns husband lost to COVID | Dentist traded drugs for sex: DA
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|News|
Massapequa Zombie House Torn Down By Town
The dilapidated home sat vacant for years, and became an eyesore and a safety hazard.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Syosset, NY|News|
Oyster Bay Holding Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For Pets
Bring your cat, dog or ferret to the animal shelter to get a free rabies vaccine, or a microchip ID.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
East Meadow, NY|News|
Nassau's Water Parks Are Going To The Dogs
The county will open its splash parks up to dogs on Sept. 12 for the free "Water Bark" event.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|News|
Long Island Air Quality Advisory Extended To Friday
There will be elevated levels of ozone at ground level, which can be unhealthy for some people.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Garden City|News|
Man Caused Car Crash, Tried To Hijack FedEx Truck To Flee: NCPD
Police say the man caused a four-car crash, and then tried to hijack the truck to flee. A gun was found in his car, according to police.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Levittown, NY|News|
Levittown Chiropractor Pays $290,000 To Settle Fraud Claims
Officials say he billed the federal government's Workers' Compensation program for services he didn't provide.
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