WEEKLY RECAP: New Superintendent, Diner Renovations, Jackknifed Fuel Truck

Busy week? No worries. Patch highlighted the top stories of the week so you can catch up on all of the local news. This week, the top stories are:

3. Jackknifed Fuel Truck Snarls Traffic on Sunrise Highway: A three-car accident, including a jackknifed fuel truck sprawled across Sunrise Highway near Hewlett Avenue, caused serious delays in Merrick on Monday afternoon.

2. Merrick Schools Announce Pick for Superintendent: The Merrick School Board has announced its pick for the new superintendent of schools. The board has appointed Dr. Dominick Palma as the new superintendent of schools, effective July 1.

1. Merrick Avenue Diner Renovation Going Full-Steam Ahead: The Merrick Avenue Diner, closed since February, is undergoing a large-scale renovation; it’s first since it opened to Merrick residents. Owner Jim Demos is hoping for a May 1 grand re-opening.