Garden City|News|
Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2021 Near Garden City
Many local Christmas tree farms are taking COVID-19 precautions to make sure you and your family have a happy holiday.
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|
Fundraiser Started For Nassau Woman Killed In Hit-And-Run
Friends have created the fundraiser to help the family of 43-year-old Nayi Harsida, who was killed in a hit-and-run last week.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Syosset, NY|News|
2 Officers Injured During Incident At MercyFirst: Police
Police say three teens were arrested after they tried to stop the officers from arrest a fourth, who had attacked them.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Hicksville, NY|News|
Town Condemns Hicksville Lot; First Step To Purchasing It
The town wants to purchase the lot near the train station to make sure it remains commuter parking into the future.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Garden City|News|
Blakeman Names His Transition Team
The team will help the county executive-elect's administration take over when he is sworn in next month.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|News|
Nassau Victim Of November Hit-And-Run Dies
Police say the 72-year-old died in the hospital from injuries she received after being hit by a truck on Nov. 15.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
East Meadow, NY|News|
Shoplifters Arrested At East Meadow Walmart: Nassau Police
See what else police say happened in your neighborhood this week.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Hicksville, NY|News|
Northern State Lanes To Be Closed Overnight For Months
Work crews will be repairing storm drains on the roadway for about three months, so try to use a different route if possible.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Garden City|News|
Man Was Breaking Car, Store Windows With Shovel: Nassau Police
Police say the man was smashing windshields and store windows before he was arrested.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|News|
Planet Fitness Opening New Location In Massapequa
The nation-wide chain is opening a new location on Carmans Road, at the site of a former fitness center.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Levittown, NY|News|
2021 Patch Holiday Food Drive In Nassau: Give To Feeding America
The Patch Holiday Food Drive is raising money for Feeding America and the food banks, pantries and meal programs in Nassau.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Garden City|News|
Santa Will Tour Garden City Starting Next Week
Santa Claus, with the help of the fire department, will be visiting every street in the village next week. Find out when he's coming to you.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|News|
Oyster Bay Opens Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks For Winter
The rinks in Massapequa and Syosset are now open to the public on the weekends.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|News|
Nassau Police Searching For Missing Massapequa Teen
Police say that Oluwadimelare Okanlawon was last seen in April, but was only recently reported missing. Have you seen him?
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|News|
MS-13 Gang Member Pleads Guilty To Roles In 4 Murders
Raul Ponce murdered two people and helped kill two more, prosecutors say. He's expected to spend decades in prison.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Garden City|News|
Man Hit, Killed By NICE Bus: Nassau Police
Police say the man was out for a run at night when he was hit by the bus.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Garden City|News|
NCDA Changes Policy That Mainly Targeted Black, Latino People
Nassau police were arresting drivers -- mainly Black and Latino residents -- who would have only received tickets in any other part of NY.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Levittown, NY|News|
First Snowfall May Hit Long Island This Week
Winter isn't officially here yet, but the weather seems to be getting a head start on the season.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Garden City|News|
Nassau Man Assaulted Woman, Police Officers: NCPD
Police say he started to fight officers when they questioned him about assaulting a woman.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
Hicksville, NY|News|
Woman Left Dead In Road After Nassau Hit-And-Run
Police are asking anyone with information about her killing to come forward.
Alex Costello, Patch Staff
