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🌱 What finally forced Nassau County to act at Elmont’s dangerous intersection?

Elmont, New York Patch AM: a 4 min read

Coffee in hand, Elmont? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What finally forced Nassau County to act at Elmont’s dangerous intersection?
  • How an Elmont library paint-and-sip launched an award-winning art journey
  • How should Elmont bettors play this weekend’s Belmont Park Late Pick 5?

Also on today's calendar: Jay Day - Fall Family Festival and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: If there are 2 flys in the kitchen, how can you tell which one is the cowboy? 🤔 (Answer below!)

☑️ Important voting information: The Nov. 3 general election is coming up. Official New York election resources: Find your polling place | Register to vote | Check your registration | Absentee, mail and early voting.

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Sunshine and a few clouds, with a high of 62 and low of 48 degrees.
  • Sunday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 63, low: 50.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 68 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Nassau County 'ignored' a dangerous intersection. Now it could be on the hook for tens of millions. (newsday.com) — An Elmont intersection near Elmont Memorial High School has left Nassau County facing a potential payout of about $68 million after a jury found the county partly responsible for a 2018 crash that gravely injured two students. The story details years of ignored safety warnings about Dutch Broadway and Elmont Road, subsequent road changes, and a second damages trial that could bring even more taxpayer costs.
   

• Elmont's self-taught artist named as Artist of the Month in September (liherald.com) — An Elmont neighbor, self-taught artist Jacqueline Carr, was honored as September’s Artist of the Month at the Elmont Memorial Library Gallery, where she displayed 15 nature-inspired works. She shares how library paint-and-sip nights sparked her passion, why her striking piece “Two Face” resonates most, and offers encouraging advice for aspiring local artists about patience, practice, and perseverance.
   

• Let ‘em Run: Belmont Park Late Pick 5 Preview & Breeders' Cup 2026 Countdown (sportstalkflorida.com) — Horseplayers in Elmont can look forward to a fast, firm Belmont Park card this Saturday, with a detailed Late Pick 5 ticket laid out race by race. The preview highlights key New York-bred stakes contenders, a Belmont bonus play, and times to catch the handicapping podcast and special Breeders’ Cup betting shows so locals can plan their wagering strategy.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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  • High school sports roundup: Field hockey playoffs, boys golf, volleyball and soccer (newsday.com)

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  • Holiday Farms to replace Lidl in Westhampton Beach (libn.com)

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  • Valley Stream native JC Mendoza turns family, relationships into comedy career (liherald.com)
  • Valley Stream marching bands showcase music and school spirit at annual festival Ad Ad options Learn more (liherald.com)
  • LIJ Valley Stream Hospital installs free menstrual product dispensers in public restrooms (liherald.com)

Ok Elmont! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "If there are 2 flys in the kitchen, how can you tell which one is the cowboy?" — It's the one on the range. (Thank you Helen H. for sending it in!)
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