Garden City|News|
Nassau Man Faces Murder Charge After 4 Shot In June: Police
Police say four people were shot, and one killed, in a gathering in Hempstead in June.
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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Garden City|News|
Town Approves Bonds For Charter School Expansion
The bi-lingual Evergreen Charter School wants to expand so it can offer classes for all grade levels in Hempstead.
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East Meadow, NY|News|
As Nassau Executive Blasts Bail Reform, Data Shows Few Are Re-Arrested
Data from the NCPD shows that 87 percent of people arrested last quarter were released without bail. But few went on to commit more crimes.
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Garden City|News|
3 Shot On Crowded Nassau Street
Police say three people were shot, but none were severely wounded.
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Massapequa, NY|News|
LI Trump Fan Says Village Blocking Construction Over Politics: Report
An Amityville homeowner filed a $1 million suit, claiming the village is discriminating against him because he is a "loud" Trump supporter.
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Levittown, NY|News|
Levittown Schools Names New Director Of Facilities
Craig Cammarata is bringing a wealth of experience to his new position.
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Massapequa, NY|News|
Massapequa Shoplifters Arrested: Nassau County Police
See what else police say happened in your neighborhood this week.
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Levittown, NY|News|
Levittown Shoplifter Arrested: Nassau County Police
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Garden City|News|
Brooklyn Man Gets 25 To Life For 2019 LI Murder
James Wilson shot Matthew Gilreath in the head twice and then fled. He'll now spend decades in prison.
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Massapequa, NY|News|
LI Town Hosting Little League World Series Watch Party This Friday
Residents can come out to the Massapequa Coast's home field and cheer them on as they compete in the Little League World Series.
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Garden City|News|
Nunley's Carousel To Reopen This Week After 2-Year Closure
The historic carousel shut down due to the pandemic in 2020, and has been closed since.
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East Meadow, NY|News|
LI Chiropractor Pleads Guilty To Health Care Fraud
Officials say Peter Adamczak bilked an insurance company out of nearly $1 million by submitting claims for services that never happened.
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Garden City|News|
Driver Stabbed Man In Garden City Road Rage Incident: Police
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Levittown, NY|News|
Long Island Home Prices Continue To Hit New Highs
Amid low inventory, housing prices climbed to new highs in Suffolk County and stayed at record-setting levels in Nassau.
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Wantagh-Seaford, NY|News|
Multiple NICE Buses Destroyed In Blaze
Reports say nearly 10 buses parked in a lot caught on fire. The cause is under investigation.
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Garden City|News|
Multiple Garden City Residents Had Their Identities Stolen
See what else police say happened in your village this week.
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Garden City|News|
Heat Advisory Issued For Long Island For Thursday And Friday
High temperatures and humidity will make it feel close to 100 degrees in some areas.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Hicksville, NY|News|
India Day Parade Will March In Nassau County This Weekend
The even will celebrate 75 years of Indian independence, and will be headlined by Indian actors and singers.
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Massapequa, NY|News|
Nassau Police Holding National Night Out Events Across County
You can come out to the free events and enjoy parades, giveaways and more with your family.
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Massapequa, NY|News|
Air Quality Advisory Issued For Long Island
High temperatures today mean that ground-level ozone is a concern for some people.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
