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Lynbrook Police Chief Brian Paladino said the village was preparing for a new evidence law that he described as “too much too soon.”

Lynbrook Police Department preps for new evidence law

In response to a new state law set to take effect in January that will require police departments to turn over all evidence in criminal cases to the Nassau County district attorney’s office, Lynbrook Police Chief Brian Paladino said the department has been working hard to prepare for the change. more

By Nadya Nataly and Mike Smollins | 12/12/19

The auto storage lot on the corner of Sunrise Highway and Grand Avenue has been crowded with dozens of vehicles for 10 years.

‘Nothing but complaints’

As efforts to redevelop Baldwin’s downtown progress, residents and Baldwin Civic Association members are calling on the Town of Hempstead’s Zoning Board of Appeals to revoke a variance allowing … more

By Bridget Downes | 12/12/19

Santa and Mrs. Claus greeted the crowd as they arrived at the Baldwin Chamber of Commerce Christmas tree lighting celebration on a Baldwin Fire Department truck last Sunday.

Ringing in the holiday season

Dozens of people rang in the holiday season last Sunday at the Baldwin Chamber of Commerce Christmas Tree Lighting celebration. Children enjoyed pony rides, snacks and visits with Santa Claus … more

12/12/19

Officers from the Nassau County Police Department’s 1st Precinct fielded Baldwinites’ questions at a Dec. 3 forum.

NCPD officers answer the public’s questions

Nassau County 1st Precinct police officers fielded questions from the public and offered holiday safety tips at a community forum at the Baldwin Public Library on Dec. 3. Inspector Mark Vitelli, … more

By Bridget Downes | 12/12/19

Cops: Man tried to lure child in Franklin Square

Nassau County police are looking for a man who allegedly attempted to lure a teenager into his car on Dec. 11 at 7:20 a.m. in Franklin Square. According to detectives, a 14-year-old female was … more

By Melissa Koenig | 12/12/19

Marvel, at 258 Lido Blvd., was awarded a contract on Dec. 3 to take over the boardwalk concession at National Boulevard.

Marvel coming to the Long Beach boardwalk

Marvel, the iconic ice cream shop in Lido Beach, will take over the National Boulevard concession stand on the boardwalk after the City Council voted unanimously to approve a contract with the … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 12/12/19

L.B. sanitation worker arrested for allegedly stabbing co-worker

Joseph Coleman, a City of Long Beach sanitation employee, was arrested on Dec. 10 for allegedly stabbing his co-worker with a hunting knife, according to Long Beach Police. Coleman, 25, arrived at work at 7 … more

By Darwin Yanes | 12/12/19

Pastor Arthur Mackey, Jr., at lectern, addressed protesters on Dec. 6, along with Akbar Rogers, the Freeport man who was arrested on Dec. 3.

Freeport protesters: ‘No justice, no peace!’

More than 100 community activists turned out for a Dec. 6 protest at Refuge Apostolic Church in Freeport to decry the arrest of Freeporter Akbar Rogers, 44, after a viral video of the incident showed Freeport police officers pulling him to the ground and piling on top of him, and at least two officers throwing punches at him and one kicking him while he was lying face down. more

By Nadya Nataly | 12/11/19

The state audit identified nearly $750,000 in questionable leave payments to 18 employees that were inconsistent with city code or contracts, as well as payments for unused leave accruals for employees who remained employed by the city.

Audit: $750K in questionable Long Beach payouts

In a scathing final audit report, State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli’s office blasted Long Beach officials for their mismanagement of the city’s finances, which led to a fiscal crisis and a payout … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 12/11/19

MS-13 leader pleads guilty to murdering former Freeport High student

The leader of MS-13’s Hollywood Clique, David Sosa-Guevara, 28, from Wyandanch, also known by his street name “Risky,” pleaded guilty on Dec. 10 to the murder of Angel Soler and to conspiracy for planning to kill another person, according to Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas. more

By Nadya Nataly | 12/10/19

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