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The Port Washington school district shifted its fall plans for elementary students weeks before the start of school. Many parents are angry.
The Town of North Hempstead refinanced more than $7 million in existing bonds to save hundreds of thousands of dollars for town taxpayers.
Levittown Lanes opened its doors Monday for the first time since shuttering in March due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The grant will support the preservation of the 300-year-old building, now the headquarters for the Oyster Bay Historical Society.
This one is for all those Long Islanders who've ever wanted to try rolled ice cream.
This seventh grader was chosen to participate in a highly competitive program for gifted students.
About 100 residents demonstrated both for and against the plan to turn a former Jericho hotel into a transitional housing facility.
The Town of Oyster Bay plans to seek a preliminary injunction against development of the facility in Nassau County Supreme Court next week.
A new lawsuit says Rallye Motors engaged in a “pervasive deceptive scheme” to bilk vehicle owners. Lawyers say damages could reach millions.
The town passed several resolutions relating to Port Washington at Thursday's board meeting.
Missing Angels Long Island has put out an urgent call for help from additional volunteers to help find this missing dog.
Stephen Lincke, a 40-year member of the Wantagh Fire Department, serves as captain of emergency medical services.
The gazebo, dedicated to a fallen special agent with the ATF, was destroyed by Tropical Storm Isaias. Lawmakers want money to rebuild it.
Meet Diego and Napoleon, two top dogs looking for loving homes. Will they be with you?
Two teenagers nearly drowned in Great South Bay. They were recently reunited with their rescuer, a Town of Oyster Bay highway worker.
The Patriot Award celebrates students who have demonstrated exceptional character, commitment and service to their community.
The massive building supply retailer has been awarded 15 years of tax breaks for a warehouse in Hicksville, according to a report.
The blood donation drive will take place next week in New Hyde Park.
Here's when and where the next regular business meeting will take place for the Port Washington Police Department.
Town of North Hempstead officials reminded residents to conserve water throughout the summer using different tips and habits.
