Kids & Family

Oct. 25: Merrick Crash, Dangerous Pole, Islanders Moving

  1. Two motorists were injured when their vehicles crashed near the intersection of Merrick Road and Wynsum Avenue at around 10 p.m. Wednesday. To find out more on this, click here.
  2. There is a broken Verizon telephone pole 125 Merrick Ave, directly across the street from the Chatterton Elementary School. One resident is very concerned and has voiced his concerns with the community. Click here to read more.
  3. Charles Wang was true to his word: The New York Islanders are leaving Long Island. The team owner announced Wednesday that the team would relocate to the Barclays Center in Brooklyn following the 2014-15 season. Click here for more details.
  4. La Pink is hosting a coat drive with the River Fund of Long Island. So come bring in any men's, women's or children's coat and receive 30 percent off any one regular priced item. This event expires on Oct. 31. Click here for more.
  5. Lincoln Station is having it's grand opening in Bellmore Thursday at 8 p.m. Click here for all the details.
About this column: If nothing else, take with you this daily guide to what's happening, and what's news in Bellmore and Merrick.

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