🌱 Bruce Blakeman's Orders On Mask Mandates + Package Thieves

Happy Friday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know going on in Merrick today.

First, today's weather:

Windy; morning snow, 3-6". High: 36 Low: 23.

Here are the top 3 stories today in Merrick:

1. On Thursday morning, County Executive Bruce Blakeman announced the signing of several executive orders on mask mandates throughout the county. The first order will give parents and local school boards the option of whether or not to require schoolchildren to wear masks. Blakeman emphasized the county will not be enforcing the state mandate by Gov. Kathy Hochul. (News 12 Brooklyn)
2. A man and a woman have been arrested allegedly stealing numerous packages throughout Long Island. On Tuesday, the suspects, Tyree Stewart and Jacqueline White, were arrested by Nassau County Police. They are originally from Queens. (Daily Voice)
3. Looking for things to do in the Merrick area this weekend? The Merrick Patch community calendar is a great way to see what's happening near you and discover local events that fit your interests. Check out the link to see the events taking place in town this weekend. (Merrick Patch)

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Today in Merrick:

• Fitness Class At Barre6 (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Just 10 days left to register for Merrick Bellmore Little League softball and baseball. Register your player here. (Facebook)
• Get moving at Saturday Yoga for Adults! The final class of this all-levels yoga session will be held in the Merrick Library's Community Room on Jan. 8 at 10:30 a.m. (Merrick Library)
• On Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 4:30 p.m., Lisa Finn, "The Feelings Teacher," will be presenting a Growing Independence program at the Merrick Library to help children strengthen self-esteem and build independence to help them manage their daily tasks. Register at merricklibrary.org. (Facebook)

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— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.