LIRR Cancels 9 Trains During Thursday Rush Hour

Four of the 11 Long Island Rail Road branches are impacted.

Muslim Teen, Victim of NYC Subway Hate Crime, Is From Long Island

What happened was "just so dehumanizing I can't speak about it without getting emotional," the 18-year-old college student said.

LIRR Third Track Would Improve Commute, Help Environment: Study

A study looked into impacts of the Main Line expansion, which affects 40 percent of all Long Island Rail Road riders.

New Hyde Park's 2016 Local Election Guide

Get to know local candidates looking for a seat in Congress, Senate and state assembly.

Tax Exemption Workshop to Be Held in New Hyde Park

Long Island is expensive. Learn how you can reduce your property tax burden.

NHP Residents Decide Upon Clinton G. Martin Pool Renovations in Survey

Remember that survey about Clinton G. Martin Pool that was mailed to your house? Some people took it.

Voters Approve Sewanhaka School Budget

Sewanhaka residents headed to the polls Tuesday.

Got Potholes? How to Report a Pothole in NHP

Which potholes around town are the worst offenders?

N. Hempstead Recognized for Excellence in Financial Reporting

This is the fifth consecutive year the Town has received this honor.

Tentative 2016 Budget Plan for Town of North Hempstead

See the proposed budget highlights.

LIRR: Extra Trains For Pope Francis' NYC Visit, But Avoid Traveling Into Manhattan if You Can

The LIRR is trying to make sure commuters don’t have to sit on top of each other.

Wow House: Waterfront Compound Overlooking NYC Skyline

The home comes with a 3-car garage and a tennis court.

Singas: Why you Should Vote for Me in Democratic NCDA Primary

Learn why Madeline Singas thinks she’s the best candidate for the job.

Scotto: Why you Should Vote for Me in Democratic NCDA Primary

Learn why Michael Scotto thinks he’s the best candidate for the job.

Town of North Hempstead Welcomes Newest Town Comptroller

Averil Smith was unanimously appointed to the position Tuesday.

Law Protecting Animals Left in Hot Cars Approved by Town of North Hempstead

Violators could face a $250 fine, imprisonment for 15 days or both.

Maragos: Flaws Found in Nassau Entertainment Tax Collection

Officials said the county didn't require missing information to be filed and didn't examine documents for events and entertainment.

Town of North Hempstead to Hold Memorial Service on September 11

The service will honor the 56 individuals from the Town of North Hempstead who lost their lives on this tragic day 14 years ago.

Andrew Cuomo Deemed 5th Most Democratic Governor

A new analysis says the New York leader is one of the more liberal governors in the nation.

How Dependent is New York on the Federal Government?

A new study breaks it down.

5 Airlines Being Investigated For Price-Gouging After Amtrak Crash

The U.S. Transportation Department opened the investigation on Friday.

NY Wage Board Votes to Raise Fast Food Minimum Wage

Long Island fast food workers would get a minimum $15 an hour by 2021 under the plan. There's still a regulatory process to go through.

Confederate Flag Flies Outside Home of Port Washington Cop on Fourth of July

Concerned residents find the flag to be an “odd choice” to display in light of recent events.

Will Same-Sex Marriage be a Boost to the Wedding Business?

Did the Supreme Court save the livelihoods of wedding workers?

Comptroller: NYCB Theatre at Westbury Owes Nassau County Over $500K in Ticket Taxes, Penalties

The Theatre thought it was exempt from an Entertainment Surcharge Tax during “curtain restricted shows,” the Comptroller’s Office says.

Transgender Category Added to Town of North Hempstead Anti-Discrimination Law

The Town of North Hempstead recently broadened its Anti-Discrimination Law to better protect transgendered persons.

Town of North Hempstead Increases Transparency

Residents can now track every dollar of the Town budget online and see where their money is really going.

Bosworth Wins Battle to Protect Long Island's Drinking Water: War is Not Over

NYC recently announced that it will halt its plan to reopen several inactive wells in Jamaica, Queens.

Cuomo Orders Crackdown on Abuse of Nail Salon Workers 'Robbed of Their Most Basic Rights'

Three Long Island salons are mentioned in a New York Times series on the exploitation of salon employees.

Long Island Boss Pays for Firing Employee Who Rejected Sexual Advances

A former manager of a New Hyde Park business even acknowledged the reasons for firing the victim in a text message.

Operation: Clean Sweep in New Hyde Park

The Town of North Hempstead asks that residents refrain from parking vehicles on town roads from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. during the cleaning.

Town Officials Declare 'War on Potholes'

Town of Hempstead reveals plan to combat road issues after another harsh winter.

League of Women Voters Post-election Supper Set for Nov. 18

The event will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Shelter Rock in Manhasset.

How Nassau County Voted in the Governor's Race

Gov. Cuomo was re-elected, but did he win Nassau?

New Hyde Park Votes 2014: Election Results

Stay with Patch for live results as they come in Tuesday night.

New Hyde Park Election Day Voters' Guide

What you need to know before heading to the polls on Tuesday.

Schimel: I Am Running for Re-election for The NYS Assembly

Michelle Schimel shares with readers why she hopes to continue representing them as their legislator.

A New Comptroller for North Hempstead

Inna Reznik brings 20 years of experience to the position.

League of Women Voters Candidate Forum is Tuesday

The event is co-sponsored by Shelter Rock Forum of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Manhasset.

President Obama Rejected by Westchester Golf Courses: News Report

Sources tell NBC New York that club officials weren't willing to bump their members on Labor Day weekend.