Plainview, NY|News|
Dom's Famous Chicken Fingers To Open In Plainview This Spring
"Seeing a smile on their face after they come here makes it all worth it."
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
- East Norwich, NY
Melanie is a former on-air reporter for WBNG and writer/editor for Newsday, including its Faces of Long Island department. She can be reached at Melanie.gulbas@patch.com.
Melanie's coverage with Patch:
- Plainview
- Syosset
- Oyster Bay
- Farmingdale
- Port Washington
- Garden City
- Bellmore
- Great Neck
- Glen Cove
- Jericho
- Roslyn
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Bellmore, NY|News|
Lane Closed On Southern State Parkway Westbound: NCTM
NCTM says the crash occurred Monday morning.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Bellmore, NY|News|
Queens Man Arrested in Year-Old North Bellmore Counterfeit Cash Case: Police
NCPD says the man was arraigned on Monday.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Farmingdale, NY|News|
'Dropping Of The Roses' Pearl Harbor Memorial Ceremony This Sunday
A warbird will take off from the American Airpower Museum; free admission to the public.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Garden City, NY|News|
Garden City Turkey Trot Saw Thousands Of People, Raised Money For Organizations
The Thanksgiving Day races brought people together from across the nation.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Farmingdale, NY|News|
Honor Flight Reunion At AAM On Saturday For Veterans
The public is invited to attend for free until noon on Saturday.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Plainview, NY|News|
Son Identified As Parents' Killer In Brutal Long Island Deli Stabbing: Police
The son stabbed his parents in the throat and was found with bloodied hands and clothing in the parking lot, police say.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Glen Cove, NY|News|
Lanes Closed In Glen Cove And Oyster Bay
Roadwork will keep lanes closed in surrounding towns, according to 511.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Plainview, NY|News|
Man And Woman Dead After Double Stabbing At Bethpage Deli, Suspect In Custody: Police
The man and woman were found unresponsive in the Bethpage deli Thursday, police say.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Plainview, NY|News|
Business Owners React After 2 Found Fatally Injured Inside Bethpage Deli
A man and woman were found inside a Bethpage deli on Thursday morning, police say.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Glen Cove, NY|News|
Assemblymember Charles Lavine Speaks Out After Anti-Israel Demonstration
The demonstration outside of a synagogue in Manhattan prompted Lavine's statement.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Plainview, NY|News|
2 Found Fatally Injured In Bethpage Deli: Police
NCPD said a man and woman were found with fatal injuries at the deli.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|News|
Trump Commutes 7-Year Prison Sentence Of Former Private Equity CEO From LI
Former CEO will no longer have to pay $15.5 million in restitution, White House officials say.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Great Neck, NY|News|
A North Hills Street Will Be Closed Until Friday
It will be closed in all directions, NCTM said.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Syosset, NY|News|
Locust Valley Schools To Reverse Transgender Bathroom Policy
The school district sent a letter to parents outlining the details, officials say.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Bellmore, NY|News|
"No Donation Is Too Small:" GoFundMe Set For Family Of North Bellmore House Fire
The family lost their home and their beloved dogs, Peaches and Bruiser.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Hicksville, NY|News|
Winter Sports Are Back, Athletic Center To Host Programs
The Town of Oyster Bay's Athletic Programs will begin registration next week.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Mineola, NY|News|
Eastbound Lanes Of Long Island Expressway In Westbury Blocked: Police
It's advised to use an alternate route, police say.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Plainview, NY|News|
22 High School Seniors Named Commended Students
More than a dozen seniors at POBJFK High School were recognized in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Mineola, NY|News|
New Greek Restaurant Opens Its Doors In Williston Park
The co-owners shared their delight with the community's response.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
