Nassau County News
Local government, schools, public safety, transportation, business, lifestyle, and real estate updates from communities across Nassau County — with a dedicated Five Towns spotlight.
Education
Massapequa School District Hosts Leadership Workshop at Berner Middle School
Twenty-three seventh graders at Berner Middle School participated in a two-day '7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens' workshop held in the school library on August 10-11. The FranklinCovey Institute program focused on…
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Community
Five Towns Community Updates: Preparing for the Elul Season
Rabbi Simcha Bunim Cohen recently addressed the community regarding preparations for the month of Elul. The discussion was hosted by Irgun Shiurei Torah as part of their ongoing local programming.
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Community
Great Neck Home Fire: Essential Insurance and Safety Reminders for Nassau Homeowners
Approximately 50 firefighters responded to a residential fire in Great Neck caused by a barbecue grill, resulting in the displacement of two residents. Local fire officials confirmed the blaze was contained after…
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Community
Syosset-Woodbury Community Park Events and Local Property Appeal
The Syosset-Woodbury Community Park hosted a Barbra Streisand tribute concert featuring performer Jill Gioia on Wednesday, August 12. The event was part of the Town of Oyster Bay's ongoing series of public musical…
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Hempstead Residential Incident: Property Impact and Safety Resources
Nassau County Police are investigating a double-fatal shooting that occurred inside a Hempstead residence on Wednesday morning. Authorities have not yet released the identities of the victims as the investigation…
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Public Safety
Garden City Property Updates: Manhole Infrastructure and Local Ordinance Reminders
The Village of Garden City weekly report highlights a manhole explosion, unauthorized after-hours pool access, and the arrest of an unlicensed solicitor. All individuals mentioned in the report are presumed innocent…
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Lifestyle
Five Towns Nine Days Restaurant Guide Published
Five Towns Central published its Nine Days restaurant guide, a roundup of local meat restaurants and whether they will be open or closed during the observance.
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Government
Roslyn School District Updates 2026-27 Safety Plan and Budgetary Measures
The Roslyn Board of Education officially adopted its districtwide safety plan for the 2026-27 school year during an August 13 meeting. The board also finalized several personnel and financial approvals to prepare for…
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Government
Nassau County Networking: How High-Profile Events Influence Local Real Estate Trends
A recent series of high-profile gatherings across Long Island, including events featuring Governor Kathy Hochul and County Executive Bruce Blakeman, highlighted the region's active professional and philanthropic…
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Transportation
Jones Beach Concert Traffic: Nassau County Homeowner Guide
Tim McGraw and 49 Winchester are performing at the Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater this weekend. The event is part of McGraw’s Pawn Shop Guitar Tour at the Jones Beach State Park venue. 💡 Five Town Homes & Living — Homeowners in Wantagh and surrounding areas should anticipate significant congestion on the Meadowbrook State […]
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Five Towns Community Updates: Preparing for the Elul Season
Rabbi Simcha Bunim Cohen recently addressed the community regarding preparations for the month of Elul. The discussion was hosted by Irgun Shiurei Torah as part of their ongoing local programming.
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Community
Cedarhurst Parking Field #10 Expansion Nears Completion on Washington Avenue
The Village of Cedarhurst expects the expansion of Parking Field #10 on Washington Avenue to be completed within the next two to three weeks. This project aims to increase parking capacity for visitors and shoppers in…
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Community
Lawrence Infrastructure: $150,000 State Grant Targets Route 878 Enhancements
Village of Lawrence officials and Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick announced a $150,000 state grant to offset costs for recent infrastructure projects along Route 878. These improvements are part of an ongoing…
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