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🌱 Patch AM: How much more could Massapequa families pay for water each month?

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🌱 Patch AM: How did Massapequa athletes become top-ranked in New York and beyond?

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🌱 Patch AM: Could you be the living kidney donor a Massapequa neighbor needs?

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🌱 Patch AM: Meet the 55 new teachers joining Massapequa classrooms this fall

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🌱 Patch AM: Massapequa Welcomes New Class Of Teachers

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Massapequa Welcomes New Class Of Teachers

The Massapequa School District held its new teacher orientation last week, introducing the newest members of its staff to the district.

🌱 Patch AM: See how Massapequa briefly appeared in 1907’s busy summer news.

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Police Seek Public's Help After Burglary At All-American Hamburger Drive-In In Massapequa

The man was wearing camouflage cargo shorts, a black shirt, black sneakers, and a red face covering, police say.

Massapequa Students Keep Skills Sharp At Summer STEM Camp

Massapequa School District hosted “Camp Invention” this August, giving students a chance to keep their minds active over the summer.

County Health Department Advises Against Bathing At Massapequa Beaches

The Nassau County Department of Health has issued an advisory against bathing at three south shore beaches, including two in Massapequa.

North Massapequa Man Charged With Rape And Murder In Connection With Sister-In-Law's Death: DA

North Massapequa's Joseph Horner was arraigned Wednesday on rape and murder charges in connection with Victoria Castle's death, the DA says.

Dump Truck On Its Side Closes Lanes In Both Directions On Southern State Parkway: PD

Lanes are closed in both directions on the Southern State Parkway after a dump truck ended up on its side, police say.

Local Massapequa Park Teens Earn Prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award

Girl Scouts of Nassau County recently celebrated Massapequa Park residents Madeline O., Madelyn R., earned the Girl Scout Gold Award.

Nassau County Athletes Of The Week: Massapequa International Softball

Massapequa International softball won a New York State Little League title this season, making them Nassau County's athletes of the week.

New Hot Pilates Studio Brings ‘Pilates Girlie Nation’ To Massapequa Park

That's Hot Pilates opened a new location in Massapequa Park this July, expanding a footprint that includes two studios in Rockville Centre.

Vape Tests Expected In Murder Trial Of Woman Accused Of Killing 28-Year-Old In His Parents' Basement

The attorney for a Massapequa woman accused of murder said he expects to receive vape tests, medicals and bodycam footage by Aug. 25.

Massapequa Students Keep Arts Skills Sharp In Summer Programs

With school out of session, over 450 students are continuing their education into the summer in Massapequa’s fine arts program.

Massapequa International Rally Falls Short In LLWS Elimination Loss To Toms River

Massapequa International Little League Softball is out of Little League World Series contention after a Wednesday loss to Toms River, NJ.

Massapequa International Rallies From 4 Down To Stay Alive In LLWS Regionals

Massapequa International's softball team rallied from a four-run deficit Tuesday to keep their Little League World Series hopes alive.

‘A Lot Of Value In What We Do’: Massapequa Barnes & Noble Union Organizer Tells The Story Of A Union Vote

Seaford resident Sam Migliore detailed the conditions at Massapequa’s Barnes & Noble that preceded its landmark unionization vote.

'I Am In A Race Against Time:' Massapequa Park Father Seeks Living Kidney Donor

The father of 4 is battling stage 5 kidney disease and says a living donor is his best chance to watch his children grow up.

Massapequa Barnes & Noble Workers Vote To Unionize, Prepare For Bargaining With Bookseller

Massapequa Barnes & Noble voted to unionize Friday, aligning with the RWDSU local 1102.

Father Accused Of Giving Teen Vodka Before Fatal Massapequa DWI Crash: DA

"Both father and son will be heading to jail," the NCDA says. Both father, son pleaded guilty after son did shots before crash, DA says.

Fireworks Near Me: July 4th Events Around Massapequa For 2026

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Massapequa.

Friends, Community Remember Stony Brook Student With Funeral Services Set: 'She Would Bring Light'

Funeral services for 25-year-old Stony Brook University Ph.D. student Victoria Castle, who died tragically Monday night.

Oceanside Teacher Accused Of Strangling Student Placed On Administrative Leave, District Says

The Oceanside School District announced that a staff member who had been accused of murder had been placed on administrative leave Tuesday.

LI Music Teacher Charged With Strangling Student To Death Faces Murder Charge: PD | Patch PM

Also: Deadly heat on way / Police ID pedestrian killed / 2 hurt in recycling center explosion: PD / Alive After 5 / Nurses' strike? / Pride

Massapequa Fifth Grade Teacher Wins Nassau Technology Award

Massapequa fifth-grade teacher Christopher Kiernan was named a Nassau BOCES NASTAR this month.

LI Music Teacher Accused Of Fatally Strangling Student Faces Murder Charge: PD

A 27-year-old Massapequa man is facing a murder charge after a 25-year-old woman was pronounced dead Monday morning, police say.

Nassau County Student Athlete Of The Week: Massapequa Pitcher Jack Scannapieco

This summer, Patch is looking back at the athletes who defined the 2025-26 sports seasons. Leading off is Massapequa's Jack Scannapieco.

Massapequa Man Arrested After Police Find Illegal Gun In Home: PD

A Massapequa man was arrested Thursday night after police found an illegal firearm in a home where a verbal dispute took place, police say.

Massapequa Fifth Graders Move Up In Droves

Over 500 students in the Massapequa school district celebrated their moving up this week.

Driver In NYPD Detective Jonathan Diller Shooting Pleads Guilty To Gun Charge: DA

The man driving the car involved in the death of NYPD Detective Jonathan Diller pleaded guilty to weapons charge Wednesday, DA says.

LI Woman Pleads Not Guilty To Murder, Claims Man Who Died In Father’s Arms Assaulted Her: Attorney | Patch PM

Also: Bloody bodycam video of Mother's Day stabbing: AG / "Justice for Jor'Dynn / Eatery reopens / Veterans honored / Trafficking, rape: DA

2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Massapequa

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Massapequa.

Massapequa Woman Pleads Not Guilty To Murder, Claims Man Who Died In Father’s Arms Assaulted Her: Attorney

A Massapequa woman pleaded not guilty to murder Wednesday after accusations that she fatally stabbed a man in the neck while he slept.

Father And Son Charged With Assault After Grant Street Brawl, PD Says

A father and son are facing assault charges Wednesday for their roles in a Tuesday afternoon altercation, police say.

Trio Arrested For Sunrise Mall Burglary Incident, Police Say

Three men were arrested in Massapequa Friday after they were found at Sunrise Mall after hours with a gun and burglary tools, police say.