Unemployment Rate Improves In Merrick Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Nassau County decreased recently.

Nassau County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Merrick area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

McDonough: 'Unthinkable' For Children To Wear Masks

The Merrick assemblyman sponsored a bill that would eliminate a mask mandate for children in schools and camps.

Merrick Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

Nassau County's unemployment rate is lower than the New York average.

'Illogical' Forcing Young Children To Wear Mask: McDonough

The Merrick-based assemblyman said the governor needs to end "this unnecessary mandate."

The Digital Divide: How Merrick Area Compares In Internet Usage

U.S. shows great variance in access and use of high-speed internet.

State Senate Passes Bill To Municipalize New York American Water

The bill creates the Nassau County Water Authority, which would be in charge of municipalizing the utility.

Nassau County District Attorney: Minority Leader Kevan Abrahams, Fidelis Care Conclude ‘Virtual Conversations And Reflections'

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - To celebrate Women's History Month, Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) partne ...

Federal Taxes: How Do Your Payments And Refunds Compare?

Compare your federal tax payments and refunds to state and national averages.

State Finds Public Takeover Of NYAW Would Lower Rates

A report released today called the public takeover of the utility feasible, and also proposed measures to negate an upcoming spike in rates.

Nassau County District Attorney: Legislative District 14 Update 3/26/21

See the latest announcement from the Nassau County Government.

Nassau County District Attorney: Curran And District Attorney Singas Announce Nassau Courthouse Designated As Historic Landmark

See the latest announcement from the Nassau County Government.

Nassau County District Attorney: DeRiggiWhitton Commemorates Transfer Of Glen Cove Volunteer FD Ladder 5211 Truck To Dublin, Ireland

(GLEN COVE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) proudly joined leaders of the Glen Cove Volunteer Fir ...

Nassau County District Attorney: Mulé Honors Retiring Freeport Memorial Library Director Ken Bellafiore

See the latest announcement from the Nassau County Government.

New York American Water Study Will Have Virtual Public Forums

Residents will weigh in on the state Public Service Department’s study examining a possible public takeover of American Water.

Hempstead Officials Call For New York American Water Takeover

“Now is the opportunity; the stars are aligned,” said Town Supervisor Donald Clavin. But at least one state official does not feel the same.

Cuomo Orders Study On Public Takeover Of New York American Water

The study will look at the feasibility of a public takeover of the utility, which has faced criticism for its large rate increases.

Hempstead Town Awards $26,000 In Grants To Five Towns Fire Depts

The town has awarded more than $300,000 in grants to local fire departments with its federal CARES Act money.

Merrick Fire Department Gets Grant From Town Of Hempstead

The town has awarded more than $300,000 in grants to local fire departments with its federal CARES Act money.

Problems At The Polls In Merrick? Let Patch Know.

Polls in New York are open through 9 p.m. Did you have any trouble voting today?

Merrick Election 2020: What You Need To Know

Here's everything you need to know to vote in the election on Tuesday.

Election 2020: Merrick Voter Guide

Everything you need to know about early voting, mail-in voting and in-person voting in Merrick for the election Nov. 3.

Meet The Candidates: David McDonough For Assembly

With Election Day around the corner, Patch is reaching out to the candidates to find out why they are running this November.

Nassau Enacts New Protest Protocols

Marchers will now have to submit their planned routes to police at least a day ahead of protests.

Hempstead Town To Resume Recycling Collection On May 4

Recycling collection had been stopped for a month due to staffing issues caused by the coronavirus.

Coronavirus Forces Hempstead Town To Cancel Recycling Pickup

Staffing shortages caused by the virus are forcing the township to temporarily suspend recycling pickup. Garbage pickup is unaffected.

Merrick 2019 Local Elections: Candidates, Polling Places, Hours

Here's everything you need to know to be ready for Election Day.

Nassau Legislature Candidates: Meet Jill Levine

Jill Levine is running on the Democratic ticket to unseat Republican incumbent Steve Rhoads in the District 19.

Merrick Dry Cleaner Labeled Superfund Site By State

The state said it found dry cleaning chemicals in the soil and water under the site, and it's spreading through the water.

Businesses and Queens BP provided lunch to TSA employees

Federal employees at the Bulova Corporate Center who were impacted by Government shutdown provided lunch during the government shutdown

Feds To investigate New York American Water Rates: Schumer

The company is facing federal scrutiny after massive, unannounced rate hikes this summer angered customers.

John Brooks Fends Off Challenge For 8th Senate District

BREAKING: See who won in the race between incumbent Democrat John Brooks and Republican Jeffrey Pravato.

State Takes Legal Action Against New York American Water

The action will force the company to reduce rates, hire oversight and give customers refunds.

State Investigating Water Company After Bill Spikes

Many customers reported their water bills increased, sometimes doubling, after new meters were installed.

Town Announces Plans To Address Merrick Flooding

Next spring, the town will begin construction on basins to help store water from floods and heavy rains along the Meadowbrook Corridor.

Gang Member Gets Decades In Prison For Murder, Weapon Charges

Rudy Montour pleaded guilty to the charges last year, and will serve time in addition to what he's already in prison for.

Hempstead Town Bans New Hookah Bars Near Homes, Schools

The law was passed in the hopes of stopping teens from smoking hookah.

Sen. Brooks Holding Mental Health Forum

The forum will help those living with mental illness learn how to find help.

Town Councilwoman Blasts Supervisor For Delaying Playground Vote

Santino says the community isn't in agreement about the playground, but King Sweeney says he's playing politics.

Sen. Brooks Holding Town Hall Meeting On July 27

Residents will have a chance to hear directly from their representative, and ask him questions.