🌱 Mangano Denied New Trial + Snow Storm Drops 7.7 In. In Merrick

Happy Saturday, neighbors! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 30 Low: 23.

Here are the top stories in Merrick today:

1. Ed Mangano, the former County Executive for Nassau County, has been denied a new trial for his corruption conviction and is set to be sentenced in March. Mangano was charged with fraud and bribery alongside his wife, Linda Mangano, who was also denied a second trial. She was found guilty of lying to the FBI and obstruction of justice. The couple faces up to 20 years behind bars. (News 12 Connecticut)
2. Friday saw snow intensify in the morning, but it didn't linger throughout the day. Merrick received a total of 7.7 inches of snow from the morning storm. Other areas in the region received as much as 9.3 inches of snow and as little as 7.5 inches. (Merrick Patch)

Today in Merrick:

• All-County Division 1 East Concert At Tilles Center (4:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Merrick Library was closed yesterday and will continue to be closed through Sunday, January 9 due to the library not being able to safely staff the building. (Facebook)
• Merrick Bellmore Little League has announced their second turf field will be completed this spring. (Facebook)
• The North Merrick Public Library had a delayed opening on Friday due to inclement weather. The library was able to open its doors by 12:00 p.m. (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.