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1. Massapequa Man Injured Officer In Traffic Stop: Police (patch.com) — Massapequa residents are learning more about a Monday night traffic stop where police say a local man injured an officer while allegedly driving intoxicated near North Broadway and North Idaho Avenue. The 29-year-old Massapequa driver faces assault, DWI, and other charges, and both he and the injured officer were taken to area hospitals for evaluation and treatment.
2. Scouting America Long Island names first CEO (libn.com) — Massapequa's Doucette Scout Leadership Center is now home base for Scouting America Long Island's first CEO, Chris Coscia, who will oversee programs serving more than 10,000 scouts and 5,000 volunteers. From his Massapequa headquarters, he'll guide council operations, camps, fundraising, and outreach, aiming to expand youth leadership and outdoor opportunities for families across Long Island.
3. Mixed results for Massapequa (liherald.com) — Massapequa girls' soccer has hit midseason with a 3-3-3 record, exploding early on offense before struggling to score and then tightening up defensively. With key players returning from injury and a converted defender now leading the attack, the Chiefs are focusing on finishing chances as they push for a stronger second half of the regular season.
4. Where are houses with more bedrooms for less money than the median on Long Island? (newsday.com) — Massapequa stands out as one of Nassau County's top communities where buyers are finding four-bedroom homes for less than the county's median price. A Newsday analysis shows Massapequa and nearby towns offering relatively more space for the money, giving local families and move-up buyers a clearer picture of where their housing dollars can stretch further on Long Island.
5. DEC Announces Graduation of 17 New York State Forest Rangers (ny.gov) — A Massapequa resident, Jack Caulfield, is among 17 new Forest Rangers graduating from New York State's intensive six‑month training program. He'll join a statewide force that handles search and rescue, wildfire response, and environmental protection across millions of acres, reflecting local pride in Massapequa's contribution to public safety and conservation.
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