New Hyde Park, NY|News|
Nassau Woman Stole $750,000 From 91-Year-Old Client: DA
Officials say the woman wrote huge checks to herself and used the victim's credit cards for personal purchases.
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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Glen Cove, NY|News|
Police Searching For Missing Glen Cove Teen
Gabriela Calderon was last seen at her home in the early morning on April 5. Do you know where she is?
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East Meadow, NY|News|
East Meadow Firefighter Honored By Levittown American Legion
Kasey Cheswick, a second-generation firefighter, received the post's Americanism Award for her commitment to her community.
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Syosset, NY|News|
$200,000 Worth Of Handbags Stolen From Nassau Store
Police say three men broke a window and made off more than two dozen valuable designer handbags.
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Massapequa, NY|News|
Town Of Oyster Bay Seeks Nominations To Honor Local Veterans
Residents can submit nominations of people who make a difference in the lives of veterans.
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East Meadow, NY|News|
Man Helped Attack, Rob Nassau Resident: Police
Police say two men forced their way into the home. One strangled the resident while the other robbed him, according to police.
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Plainview, NY|News|
Plainview Diver Who Won County Title Honored By Town
Plainview-Old Bethpage senior Greg Meder won the county diving title, and is heading to the national competition.
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Levittown, NY|News|
LI Weekly Weather: Lots Of Rain Ahead, Especially During Commutes
Drives to and from work could be tough this week, as heavy rain and thunderstorms are in the forecast at the most inconvenient times.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Hicksville, NY|News|
Hicksville Middle School Actors Perform Disney’s “Descendants” Live
The students put on the school's first live performance since 2020.
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Garden City|News|
Killer Rifled Through Man's Pockets As He Lay Dying: Nassau DA
Officials say he killed a man during a string of armed robberies that occurred across Nassau County.
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Massapequa, NY|News|
Town Demolishes Massapequa Zombie Home
The dilapidated, abandoned home had become an eyesore for the community.
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Garden City|News|
Garden City Annual Race For A Cure Set For Saturday
You can register now for the annual 5K race, which raises money to help fund cancer research.
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Garden City|News|
Trio Had Multiple Handguns In Their Car: Nassau Police
Police say a call for a possible shooting led to the arrest of the three men, who had three handguns in their car.
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Levittown, NY|News|
Multiple Cars Broken Into: Levittown Crime Report
See what else police say happened in your neighborhood this week.
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Garden City|News|
Driver Arrested After Fiery Crash: Garden City Police
See what else police say happened in your village this week.
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Massapequa, NY|News|
Hospital Worker Murdered In Parking Garage: LI Patch Week In Review
Also: 7-year-old girl shot | Man pleads guilty to stabbing woman | 42-year-old cold case solved | Pedestrian hit by school bus after crash.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Wantagh-Seaford, NY|News|
Long Island Teacher Of The Week: Kimberly Vargas-Curatola
The Wantagh High School French instructor was chosen as the latest Teacher of the Week.
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Levittown, NY|News|
Division Avenue Cheer Coach Named Coach Of The Year
Cristen Ronzo, who has led the team for seven years, was recognized by the Section 8 Coaches Association.
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Massapequa, NY|News|
LI's Largest Car Show Returns To TOBAY Beach April 30
The TOBAY Beach Spring Classic will feature hundreds of cars, a concert, vendors and much more.
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Massapequa, NY|News|
Massapequa Musicians Learn From A Master
World-renowned cellist Zlatomir Fung talked to students, and gave some personalized critiques.
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