Latest Hospital Capacity In East Meadow Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Nassau County.

Curran Aims To Create Committee To Build Afghan/Iraq War Monument

The county executive has named five people to a prospective committee to create the memorial at Eisenhower Park.

NCPD Hosts First Jo-Jo Write Basketball Invitational

The event was held in memory of Uniondale's Jo-Jo Wright, and included a $10,000 scholarship in his name.

Hospital Staffer Inappropriately Touched Patient: Cops | Patch PM

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East Meadow Street Renamed After Firefighter Joseph Hatzelman

The Town of Hempstead dedicated the street to Hatzelman, who died last year from an illness he contracted while working at Ground Zero.

Westbury Girl Among First Vaccine Scholarship Winners

Hannah Lee is one of just 50 students who will win a full-ride scholarship to a state school for getting a coronavirus vaccine.

New Westbury Cultural Arts Center Completed

The building was financed with funds from the state Downtown Revitalization Initiative, which Westbury was the first on LI to receive.

Holy Trinity Orthodox Church invites our neighbors to worship.

Come and see!

Nassau Coliseum Seating Expanded For Islanders Playoff Games

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced a section for fully vaccinated fans, which will allow the Coliseum to hold more people for playoff games.

Propane Tanks Explode In East Meadow House Fire

One home was destroyed and another damaged by the intense heat from the blaze.

Long Island Pride Returns In Scaled-Down Form This Year

Instead of a parade, organizers are putting on a concert this year, with limited tickets. All attendees will have to be vaccinated.

Nassau Legislators Present COVID Service Pins To NUMC Staff

The hospital staff were recognized for their outstanding work during the height of the coronavirus pandemic.

Nassau Creating Memorial For Afghanistan, Iraq War Veterans

The county is seeking donations to fund the planning and construction of the memorial, which will be located at Eisenhower Park.

Drive-Through Girl Scout Cookie Sale Coming To East Meadow

You can purchase your favorite Girl Scout cookies from the comfort of your car this weekend.

Massive Nassau House Fire Damages 4 Homes

More than a dozen fire departments responded to help put out the blaze, which broke out early Monday morning.

Massive Fire Breaks Out At Nassau Commercial Building

The headquarters of Advanced Surface Finishing, Inc. started to burn Wednesday afternoon. Multiple fire departments have responded.

2 Charged In Gang-Related Killing Of LI Teen: Police | Patch PM

Also: Man tries to rob LI bank: PD / Coronavirus memorial / Girls win science award / Employees save man / New sporting goods store opens

7-Year-Old And Hempstead Town Made Her Neighborhood Safer

Isabella Marroquin wrote to the town asking for signs on her block to make it safer for children, and the town delivered in a big way.

Town Of Hempstead Offers Free Weekend Holiday Drive-In Movies

The movies will be shown beginning Friday at Town Park, Point Lookout, and will be available on a first-come-first-served basis.

East Meadow's McVey Elementary Receives 800 Masks From DC 9

The masks were donated as part of a community effort to keep residents safe as coronavirus cases continue to grow around Long Island.

Nassau County Changes Location Of Tonight's 9/11 Memorial

Predicted rain forced the county to move the ceremony indoors, but it will still be at Eisenhower Park.

Nassau County To Stream 9/11 Ceremony Online

To promote social distancing, the county is encouraging people to view the ceremony online instead of coming in person.

'A Huge Heart To Help Others': East Meadow Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.

East Meadow Heroes: Help Recognize Those Making A Difference

The helpers are the people who make life better. Nominate your Local Heroes to give them the recognition they deserve, presented by Ring.

Hundreds Attend Pro-Police Rally In Nassau

People gathered in Eisenhower Park on Saturday to show their support for law enforcement.

Pro-Police Demonstration In Nassau Next Weekend

The "Back the Blue" pro-police rally will be held in East Meadow at Eisenhower Park.

LI Set To Enter Phase 3: What You Need To Know: Patch PM

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3 Arrested At Long Island George Floyd Protest

Video shows an officer stopping short in the middle of a road, causing a protester to bump into him. The protester is then arrested.

Many Nassau County Park Facilities Reopening This Weekend

Playgrounds, dog runs and RV campsites are all returning to county parks this weekend, and food trucks are staying at Eisenhower Park.

East Meadow Heroes: Help Recognize Those Making A Difference

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's give them some of the recognition they deserve.

Nassau Coronavirus Cases By Town

The virus continues to spread in Nassau County, even as the rate of infection slows. See how each community has been affected.

Jovia Buys, Gives Away Gift Cards For Food Delivery

Members of the credit union can win the gift cards, which they can use to support local restaurants during the coronavirus pandemic.

NUMC Workers Get Nearly 2,000 Thank Yous From Nassau Residents

The letter-writing campaign was spearheaded by Legislator John Ferretti, who delivered the notes to hospital staff.

Nassau Coliseum Lights Up Blue To Honor Coronavirus Fighters

The Coliseum will be blue to honor those on the front lines in the fight against the coronavirus.

Long Island Marathon Delayed To October Due To Coronavirus

The full marathon is also being canceled at the event.

Long Island Supermarket To Be Featured On Cheerios Box: Patch PM

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See The Islanders Try To Pronounce Long Island Town Names

"Wyandanch" can be a tongue twister for people not from Long Island. See how some of the Islanders did trying to pronounce town names.

Man High On Drugs Led Officers On Chase: Nassau Police

Police say the man refused to listen to officers when he was eventually stopped, and officers had to use a taser on him.

Nassau Police Locate Missing Teen

It was the second time this week that Christian Guirand has gone missing.

Nassau Police Locate Missing Teen

Christian Guirand, 13, was last seen leaving his home Saturday night. Do you know where he is?

Travel Like A Local: Submit Your Town For Our 2018 Travel Guide

Whether you've got the best brewery around or a music festival that rivals Coachella, tell us why your town should be a destination in 2018.