Nassau County Team Of The Week: Signing Day In Levittown, Steeplefest In Long Beach, Girls' Lax Title Games

Nassau County sports action didn't stop this week, with teams in action on fields and tracks across the county. Read on to see who won big!

City Of Long Beach Moves To Crack Down On Electric Scooters, E-Bikes

A proposed ordinance in Long Beach would limit where e-bikes and scooters could travel in the city and bring harsher fines for violators.

30,000 Gallons Of Sewage Sludge Leaked Toward Reynolds Channel Off Long Beach, City Says

An operator error led to 30,000 gallons of partially treated sewage flowing into the Reynolds Channel this week, city officials say.

Long Beach School Budget Passes By 715-To-231 Margin

The Long Beach School District has released the results of its school budget and board of education election that took place Tuesday.

Backyard Pool Chemical Explosion Sends Oceanside Man To The Hospital, Fire Marshal Says

The Nassau County Fire Marshal said a man suffered chemical burns on his face after pool chemicals exploded in his back yard.

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This Week In Long Beach: Meth Possession, Weapons Charges, Larcenies, Police Say

The Long Beach Police Department released its weekly report Wednesday detailing arrests made within city limits.

Luncheon Marks Volunteer Day At Mount Sinai South Nassau

Mount Sinai South Nassau hospital held its annual Volunteer Day lunch in April as a way to thank volunteers at the facility.

Long Beach High Inducts World Language Honors Students

24 students were inducted into the Long Beach High School World Language Honor Society, the district says.

4 Police Officers Hospitalized After Exposure To Unidentified Substance During Assault Arrest, PD Says

Five people were hospitalized Saturday after an unidentified substance was found in a pill bottle at the scene of a fist fight, police say.

Long Beach School Budget Preview, Candidates On The Ballot For 2026-27

Voters will head to the polls to approve or reject the 2026-27 budget for Long Beach public Schools on May 19.

Long Beach Fire Department Swears In Chiefs, Honors Ex-Leaders

The Long Beach Fire Department held its swearing in ceremony this past weekend and honored a pair of four-decade vets, officials say.

‘My Sister’s Keeper’: Long Beach Middle And High Schoolers Join State STEM Initiative

19 Long Beach middle and high schoolers took part in a STEM event at SUNY Old Westbury May 4.

Police Identify Women Killed In Island Park, Valley Stream Homicides

Police released new information about a pair of homicides that took place in Nassau County Tuesday afternoon.

Police Called To Disabled Boat Off Island Park, Police Say

A 30-foot boat lost power off the coast of Island Park this weekend, with marine units locating it and responding, police say.

Man Charged With Stabbing, Murdering 2 Women In Nassau Friday: Police

He has been accused of fatally stabbing 2 women Friday, police say.

Long Beach Ax Attacker Sentenced To 22 Years In Prison After Pleading Guilty To Attempted Murder, DA Says

A Long Beach man was sentenced to 22 years in prison Friday after pleading guilty to his role in an ax-wielding attack, prosecutors say.

Suspect In Custody After Island Park, Valley Stream Incidents, NCPD Homicide Squad Says

The NCPD homicide squad reported suspect was in custody Friday amid the investigation of two incidents in Island Park and Valley Stream.

Fine Art Expo Returns To Long Beach This Weekend

The Long Beach Fine Arts Expo returns this weekend, giving barrier island residents the chance to find the perfect art piece for their home.

Humankind's Struggle, Humankind's Love

Sometimes the most powerful messages are wordless. I heard one from across my Long Beach road.

Long Beach Middle Schoolers Recognized For Innovative “SeroScanner” Project

Four Long Beach middle schoolers were recognized in the Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision competition.

'We All Have Value': Red Carpet Event Highlights Adults With Disabilities At Friedberg JCC

Annual Oceanside event featured performances and advocacy efforts supporting adults with disabilities, organizers say.

Two People Hospitalized After Overturned Car Crash In Long Beach, Fire Department Says

A car flipped over after crashing into another vehicle in Long Beach Monday morning, officials say.

Kiwanis Clubs, M.A.D.D Partner For Car Safety Fair At Long Beach High School

The car safety day sought to teach students about the dangers of driving distracted or impaired, officials say.

This Week In Long Beach: Kidnapping, Assault And Identity Theft, Police Say

The Long Beach Police Department realeased its weekly crime log Wedensday, detailing events between Apr. 2 and Apr. 10

Long Beach School Board Adopts $162M Budget Proposal

Long Beach Public Schools cleared another budget hurdle Tuesday, adopting a budget proposal to send before voters in May.

Long Beach’s Own Billy Crystal Returning To Broadway This Fall, Theater Organization Announces

The “When Harry Met Sally,” “Monsters Inc.” and “Howl’s Moving Castle” actor will star in a one-man show in Manhattan later this year.

Long Beach Author Releases New Crime Thriller “Ice Blue Murder”

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Alcohol Sales On Long Beach Boardwalk? Proposed Local Law Change Could Clear The Way

A proposed change to Long Beach code would permit alcohol sales on the boardwalk and remove a ban on new liquor licenses from city code.

This Week In Long Beach: Petit Larceny, Menacing And Unlicensed Driving, Police Say

The Long Beach police Department released its crime log for the week ending Apr. 1 Wednesday, detailing 10 arrests made since Mar. 18.

Police Identify Cyclist Who Died In Atlantic Beach Hit And Run, Police Say

Police said a man died after a hit and run accident in Atlantic Beach Tuesday. Thursday, police announced they had identified the man.

NTSB Releases Preliminary Report On Plane That Took Off From LI, Crashed Into Icy Hudson River

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Bicyclist Killed In Atlantic Beach Crash, Police Say

The crash took place at 7:46 a.m. on Beech Street, police say.

Atlantic Beach Street Closed As Police Investigate Accident, Police Say

Police announced the road closure just after 9 a.m. Tuesday.

‘Shrek the Musical’ Comes To Long Beach High School

Over 100 students teamed up to perform the stage take on an animated classic this month, staging "Shrek the Musical" at Long Beach High.

This Week In Long Beach: Improper Turn Signal, Open Bench Warrants, Police Say

The Long Beach Police Department released its weekly report for the week ending Mar. 18 Wednesday.

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This Week In Long Beach: Criminal Tampering, DWI, Unlicensed Driving, Police Say

The Long Beach Police Department released its weekly crime log Wednesday.

Long Beach Woman Accused Of DWI, Assault After ‘Combative’ Arrest, Police Say

Two police officers were injured while attempting to arrest the woman, police say.