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The 10-member committee will explore ways to recruit more people of color into the Nassau police department, which is overwhelmingly white.
Ian Kazer stabbed his mother 47 times, killing her over an argument they had earlier in the day. He also attacked and stabbed his father.
Hannah Lee is one of just 50 students who will win a full-ride scholarship to a state school for getting a coronavirus vaccine.
Town officials recognized three teams from the school for their outstanding achievements and victories.
Police say Thomas Massenburg shot three people last July 4, killing one of them.
The county celebrated the milestone as 75 percent of adults have now received at least one dose of a coronavirus vaccine.
Justin Martin is kind and compassionate, and also excels on the school's fencing team.
Nassau's parks will be filled with fun this summer as free movies and concerts under the stars return this year.
You can donate blood to help save lives. Find out how to schedule your appointment.
The district is seeking three parents with experience with gifted learners to serve on a special committee.
Police say the man tried to steal the sneakers and pulled the knife when the person he stole them from gave chase and confronted him.
Samantha Snevily's video titled "Better Together" won the senior $1,000.
Dozens of students were welcomed into the organization at the school's 68th induction ceremony.
The Firefighter William N. Tolley Memorial Park features new equipment, lighting, courts and more for the community to enjoy.
These students completed their high school education under extraordinary circumstances, and they deserve to be celebrated.
Police responded to two different incidents over the weekend. A 29-year-old man was killed, and many more people were injured.
Police say the girl and an adult man were both injured when the drunken driver hit them, but they both survived.
Robin Mahabir is always kind and gracious, and is a star on the track.
Freshman Armaan Singh volunteers much of his free time with charities that help students in need and children battling cancer.
See what else Garden City police say happened in your village this week.
