MTA: LIRR July 4 Schedule

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

TOH: Free Concert in Seaford, tomorrow

Tomorrow, July 3, the Town of Hempstead is hosting a free concert in Seaford at Seaman’s Neck Park.

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.

McDonough asks for “Women of Distinction” Nominations

Assemblyman Dave McDonough  is hosting a “Women of Distinction” Event in August to honor the accomplishments of exemplary women in our neighborhoods.

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.

Massapequa Teen found Dead in Seaford Home

On Saturday, June 21, parents of a Plainedge senior were searching frantically for their daughter who failed to come home. 

Republican Minority Leader & Legislators propose New Property Tax Plan

Nassau County Legislative Minority Leader Peter J . Schmitt  joined with other Republican Legislators announced their new plan to help County residents from out-of-control property tax increases.

Levittown School District & Residents Angry over NYS Exam Q&A

The Levittown School District Superintendent, Dr. Herman A. Sirois,  and Board of Education President, Gina Interdonato,  joined with the Levittown Historical Society and local politicians are protesting a  derogatory bias in the New York State Grade Eight Social Studies Exam.

NWS: Heat Wave, Poor Air Quality & Rip Currents

The National Weather Service has issued 3 weather alerts for Nassau County.

$25 Million for NY Waterfront Revitalization; South Shore Bikeway Study

Today, June 6, Governor David A Paterson has announced that almost $25 million will be spent on Local Waterfront Revitalization across New York State.

NWS: Coastal Flood Advisory

 The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory for low areas along the shores of Long Island.

Local Memorial Day Parade Information

Bellmore - North Bellmore Parade: 10 AM, Bedford Ave.

Levittown Parade: 10 AM, Hempstead Turnpike.

Merrick - North Merrick Parade: 9:30 AM, Merrick Ave.

Seaford Parade: 10 AM, Washington Ave.

Wantagh Parade: 10 AM, Wantagh Ave & Park Ave.

Levittown School District Budget Passes; 3 New Board Members

The Levittown Union Free School District approves the proposed 2008/2009 budget. Although, at 3 the Election Districts, the number of “NO” voters outnumbered those voting “Yes”. The transportation proposal (#2) passed by 13 votes. 

GET OUT AND VOTE

Today, May 20, is School Budget Vote Day for all Long Island School Districts. Island-wide, proposed school budgets are at the lowest increase in over a decade. Some districts will vote on new propositions and school board members.

As of 8 AM, the following polling locations are open; Bellmore, Merrick, Seaford and Wantagh School Districts. The other districts will open by mid-day; most will close by 9 or 10 PM.