🌱3 Teens Missing From Syosset + Spring LI Restaurant Week

Welcome back, Merrick! Here's everything you need to know to get this day started.

First, today's weather:

Sunshine. High: 58 Low: 45.

Here are the top five stories today in Merrick:

1. Nassau County police say they're searching for three teens missing from the Mercy First Facility in Syosset. All three went missing on April 18. Tap over to the Daily Voice to see photos of the missing teens, read descriptions and learn how to report possible sightings.
2. Garden City's water system is set for some improvements. The village received $16.6 million in grants from the state for upgrades to remove contaminants and enhance drinkability. (Patch)
3. A Massapequa music program has earned recognition as a Best Community for Music Education. The school district's efforts earned the honor for the 14th year in a row from the National Association for Music Merchants Foundation. (Patch)
4. Next week is Spring Long Island Restaurant Week. Find a guide to participating South Nassau eateries at Patch.
5. Long Island officials are reporting a new increase in positive COVID-19 cases. View a breakdown by community at the Daily Voice.

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Today in Merrick:

• Storytime @ Manhasset Barnes & Noble! - Grab a coffee and herd your littles over for literacy fun. (11 a.m.)
• Brockenzo Pizza @ Barrier Brewing Company - Head to Oceanside for good eats and good beer! (4 p.m - 9 p.m)
• Wonderous Stories @ KJ Farrell's - Hear live music from the rock voices of contemporary Broadway every Wednesday! $10 per person. (6:30 p.m.)

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Events:

• Earth Day Celebration! (April 23)
• Curbside Food Drive (April 23)
• Orthodox Easter Midnight Vigil (April 23)
• Orthodox Easter Morning Service & Egg Hunt (April 24)
• Labyrinth Walk for Earth Day (April 24)
• For The Love Of Dine-LI: Small Business Market Fundraiser (April 30)
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Announcements:

• Legacy Wood FloorsLLC (Details)
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For sale:

• BOAT SLIP FOR RENT SEAFORD NY 20”- under (Details)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday. I'll see you around!

— Ash DeMello