Mineola, NY|News|
Woman Carjacked At Gunpoint In Williston Park Tuesday, Police Say
Nassau police are looking for a male suspect who pointed a gun at a woman and then drove off in her SUV.
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
- East Islip, NY
Patch editor covering the North Shore of Nassau County: Great Neck, Port Washington, Glen Cove, New Hyde Park, Mineola, Oyster Bay and surrounding towns.
Email me tips, story ideas and feedback at jacqueline.sweet@patch.com
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Great Neck, NY|News|
LI Lawmaker Joins Other Iranian-American Pols Urging Action On Iran
State Senator Kaplan, a former refugee from Iran signed a letter of solidarity, asking the Biden administration to support Iranian women.
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|News|
Candidate Profile: Vibhuti Jha Running For Assembly District 16
Jha is challenging incumbent Gina Sillitti in Nassau County's 16th Assembly District.
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
Mineola, NY|News|
LI Home Heating Costs Hit New High; Up 29 Percent This Winter
Eligible residents can now apply for financial assistance from NY State. National Grid's estimates are based on higher wholesale gas costs.
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
Oyster Bay, NY|News|
$50K Third-Prize Powerball Ticket Sells In Nassau; Jackpot Now $1.5B
The $50,000 winner bought a lottery ticket at Bayville Pharmacy on Tuesday.
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
Oyster Bay, NY|News|
'Do Not Knock': Oyster Bay Town Creates No Soliciting Door Stickers
The stickers are meant to discourage front door solicitation or salespeople: "Residents wish to remain unbothered at home," town says.
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
New Hyde Park, NY|News|
Top TAKE 5 Lottery Ticket Sold In New Hyde Park Tuesday Is Worth $20k
The top-prize ticket for Tuesday's midday drawing was sold at the BP gas station on Jericho Turnpike, the New York Lottery announced.
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|News|
Port Washington Girls Tennis Team Takes Long Island Title
The Vikings bested Harborfields 6-1 and head to the New York State Championships this weekend to compete for the state title.
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
Oyster Bay, NY|News|
Star Student Athlete: Oyster Bay's Erin Cembrale, Inspirational Player
Erin Cembrale, star soccer player and role model, "does not let her deafness define her," her mother says.
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
Oyster Bay, NY|News|
Jill Biden Visits Long Island To Campaign For Local Democrats
The First Lady stopped by Plainview to stump for Robert Zimmerman, the Democratic candidate in Long Island's 3rd Congressional District.
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
Great Neck, NY|News|
Star Student Athlete: Rachel Won't Let Her Team Down In Great Neck
We all know athletes who shine whether they’re competing or not. Let's help share these amazing stories!
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
New Hyde Park, NY|News|
North Hempstead Will Use $9M For Infrastructure Projects: Roads, Parks
The money will go toward renovating sidewalks, a 100-year-old road, a park, a little league field, and adding homes and businesses to sewer.
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|News|
Nassau Resident Sees Coyote Chase Dog In Yard, Snaps A Picture
A "very large" coyote in Manhasse was captured on camera after a resident say it chased her dog in her yard. An expert says he may be a dad.
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
Mineola, NY|News|
Mineola's HS Marching Band Wins New York State Title In Division
The Mineola Mustangs became state champions in the small school category for the first time in the school's history on Sunday in Syracuse.
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
Great Neck, NY|News|
Great Neck Man Charged With Assault After Domestic Incident: Police
The man is also charged with resisting arrest after officers responding to a domestic incident had to subdue him in a struggle, police say.
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|News|
Port Washington Girls Tennis Wins Nassau: 'Incredible Win'
The Port Washington High School girls tennis team plays Tuesday for the Long Island title to advance to play at the National Tennis Center.
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
Oyster Bay, NY|News|
3rd Congressional District: Zimmerman And Santos In Historic Race
Democrat Robert Zimmerman and Republican George Santos are vying for retiring Suozzi's spot in a competitive Congressional race.
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|News|
NY Assembly District 16: Gina Sillitti Challenged By Vibhuti Jha
A Republican newcomer looks to unseat the Democrat incumbent on November 8 in the 16th Assembly District race.
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
Great Neck, NY|News|
Destination Great Neck Wants To Create '1 Vision For The Peninsula'
The community group recently asked residents how greater Great Neck can improve its business district, unify villages, restore its "brand."
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
Glen Cove, NY|News|
Glen Cove Begins Seawall Restoration: 'City's Last Line Of Defense'
Work on the Morgan Memorial Park seawall, battered during Superstorm Sandy, is expected to last four to six weeks, city says.
Jacqueline Sweet, Patch Staff
