MTA: LIRR July 4 Schedule

On Friday, July 4th, the LIRR will operate on a Saturday schedule.

Happy Independence Day

The United States celebrates its Independence Day on July 4, a day of patriotic celebration and family events throughout the country.

In the words of Founding Father John Adams, the holiday would be “the great anniversary festival. It ought to be commemorated as the day of deliverance. … It ought to be solemnized with pomp and parade, with shows, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires, and illuminations, from one end of this continent to the other, from this time forward forever more.”

From America.gov

5 Foot Snake found outside Levittown Home

On Tuesday, July 1, police responded to a Levittown home after receiving a call that a 5-foot- long snake was wondering around their yard.

Jones Beach State Park Fireworks Extravaganza

The Annual Jones Beach State Park Fireworks Extravaganza is set to blast-off this Friday, July 4, in Wantagh.

NWS: More Rip Currents, Today & Tomorrow

The National Weather Service has issued a coastal hazard message due to strong rip currents at New York City and Long Island Atlantic Beaches.

County will host 9 Drive-In Movies this Summer

Nassau County Office of Parks, Recreation and Museums has announced that they will host 9 Drive-In movies over the Summer at Old Bethpage Village Restoration.

Rep. McCarthy reacts to Supreme Court Gun Ruling

On Thursday, June 27, Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy (D-NY04) released a statement on the United States Supreme Court’s ruling on Washington D.C. Gun Ban; the decision will have ripple effects all over the nation. In Congress, Rep. McCarthy is one of the strongest advocates for gun control.

Body Parts found in N. Bellmore off SSP

Yesterday, June 27, two workers found the remains of a human in a suitcase near the Southern State Parkway Newbridge Road Exit in North Bellmore.

TOH: Free Concert, Fireworks & Veterans Salute, tomorrow

On Saturday, June 28, the Town of Hempstead presents Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes with Fireworks and a Veterans Salute at Town Park Point Lookout.

Commerce Bank Fireworks & Tribute Show at Eisenhower Park, tomorrow

On Saturday, June 28, Commerce Bank will sponsor “Celebrate America,” an annual holiday fireworks and musical spectacular at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre in Eisenhower Park.

LIPA: 3% Bill Increase starting July 1

Today, June 26, the Long Island Power Authority announced a 3% rate increase for customers effective next month to meet sky-rocketing fuel costs.

NYS Flags at Half-Staff for Area Soldiers, tomorrow

Governor David A. Paterson announced that flags on New York State government buildings will fly at half-staff to honor of three members of the New York Army National Guard who were killed in action.

TOH: Free Child Car Seat Safety Inspections

The Town of Hempstead has announced that they are offering free child car seat safety inspections for residents throughout the town.

57 County DWI Arrests; Levittown, North Bellmore & Seaford residents

Yesterday, June 24, Nassau County released the names, hometowns and mugshots of those arrested for DWI between June 16 to June 23. Some of those arrested are Levittown, North Bellmore and Seaford residents.