Port Washington Activist Shares Arrest Story — As ICE Watch Guard Group Details Mission

An activist shared how he came face-to-face with an ICE agent.

Port Washington Voter Guide: Election 2025

Here's what you need to know about voting in Port Washington for the election on Nov. 4.

More Rallies Planned To Support Fernando Mejia Detained By ICE Last Month

Weekly protests will focus on "those who are suffering at the hands of a lawless administration​," the Port Washington Democratic Club said.

Detained LI Bagel Shop Manager Will Not Get Immediately Deported: Report

Fernando ​Mejia has worked at Shmear Bagel and Cafe in Port Washington for several years.

Rally Held For Port Washington Bagel Shop Manager Detained By ICE

"He's the type that once he gets to know you, he already knows your order," said Jeff Siegel, organizer of "Friends of Fernando."

Suozzi Wants Meeting With Trump About LI Bagel Shop Manager Taken Into Custody By ICE

"His arrest has devastated the Port Washington community," Suozzi said in a letter to President Trump.

North Hempstead To Hold Property Tax Exemption Seminars

There will be day and evening presentations between Sept. 5 and Nov. 21 in libraries throughout the town.

Port Washington's Kim Keiserman Announces Candidacy For NYS Senate

The Democratic candidate plans to prioritize public schools, a healthy environment, women’s rights and gun laws, and LI's affordability.

74-Unit Public Housing Redevelopment In Roslyn Heights Complete

Dilapidated public housing was replaced, the state says, with affordable, quality, and energy-efficient apartments.

'[Trump] Likely Freaking Out," Lawyer Pleads Guilty In GA Case: Expert

Sidney Powell, who filed many lawsuits connected to election interference, was set to go to trial on Friday.

'Still Trying To Process:' LI Woman Who Works For Israeli Hospital

Vida Ohebshalom​ told Patch that the hospital near the Gaza border was hit by at least two rocket attacks from Hamas.

Serial Numbers Etched Onto Catalytic Converters In North Hempstead

All serial numbers were entered into a national database with the goal of curbing catalytic converter theft.

Rep. George Santos Criminally Charged By Federal Prosecutors: CNN

The charges are under seal but the embattled New York Republican is expected to be in court as soon as Wednesday, CNN reported.

Rally Set To Urge Lawmakers To Pass Law Named For Slain Manhasset Girl

Kyra's Law, named in honor of Kyra Franchetti, would require judges to prioritize a child’s safety and during child custody court hearings.

DOJ Request Indicates Active Federal Probe Into George Santos: Report

The Justice Department asked the FEC to hold off on investigating the LI Rep.'s campaign finances, a Friday Washington Post report said.

George Santos Dog Veteran Will Get New Pup, Free Care From LI Shelter

"There really are caring people out there," Rich Osthoff said, after he heard North Shore Animal League America's pledge from Beth Stern.

Nassau Town Supervisors To Denounce Hochul's Housing Plan Tuesday

Oyster Bay, N. Hempstead, Hempstead, Glen Cove lawmakers say the governor's new plan to add LI housing stock "threatens LI suburbs."

Friends Say Santos Wore Stolen Scarf To ‘Stolen Election’ Speech

Two former friends of the LI Rep. alleged he was wearing a stolen item while delivering a Jan. 5, 2021 speech about stolen votes in D.C.

Last Chance To Apply For N. Hempstead Town Rental Assistance Program

Residents have until Jan. 20 to apply for the pandemic-era program offering emergency help with rent and utilities.

More George Santos Acquaintances Come Forward With Theft Allegations

Santos left a trail of lies and alleged thefts in Brazil and NY, sources say. Now 10 victims are comparing notes in a group chat.

NY Reps Ask House Ethics Panel To Investigate George Santos Filings

NYC congressmen Richie Torres and Daniel Goldman said Tuesday they hand-delivered the complaint to George Santos in Washington.

Former Roommate 'Confident' George Santos' Mother Not In WTC On 9/11

A Long Island 9/11 victim advocate can't find any victim claims for Santos' family: "The 9/11 community is disgusted by 9/11 being used."

N. Hempstead Limits Private Outings At Town's Harbor Links Golf Course

New agreement with the management company limits how often the course can close to the public for private outings after resident complaints.

Federal Prosecutors Investigating George Santos' Finances: Report

A source told NBC News that the U.S. attorney's Eastern District office has opened a formal investigation into the rep.-elect's campaign.

George Santos' Former NY Coworkers Fill In Murky Biography

Multiple people said they worked with Santos in 2011 and 2012 in a Queens customer service department.

Santos Faces Calls To Resign Amid Questions Over 'Fiction' Resume

"The scale, the moral depravity, the sophistication of this web of lies is...unprecedented," a LI legislator said at a protest.

George Santos' Employment, Education, May Have Been Fabricated: Report

The New York Times says Santos' resume, backstory cannot be verified; Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, Baruch College, more have no record of him.

VIDEO: Scaramucci Talks Bitcoin Crash, Musk's Twitter And Trump

"It's hard to believe that he's not going to get indicted," former Trump communications director Anthony Scaramucci told Patch.

Port Washington Elects Police, Sanitation, Water Commissioners

Challengers JB Meyer and Nadine Delmonte won the police and sanitation commissioner races and incumbent Mindy German for water commissioner.

New LI Congressman Attends Gala With Guests On Watchdog's Hate List

The Young Republican Gala on Saturday had far-right European white nationalist and extremist guests, the Southern Law Poverty Center says.

Port Washington Police Commissioner Vote Tues: Meet The Candidates

JB Meyer is challenging incumbent Frank Scobbo on Dec. 13. Both candidates are longtime first responders and business owners.

Flower Hill's Legal Battle With ExteNet Over Cell Nodes Ends: Source

The wireless infrastructure company's lawsuit against the village for not allowing wireless facilities to be built was dismissed this month.

Robert Zimmerman On Loss In CD3 To George Santos: 'Fight Does Not End'

The Democrat issued a statement after losing Congressional District 3 seat to Republican Santos: "It has been the honor of my life to run."

Kaplan Concedes 7th Senate Seat To Martins: 'Together We Made History'

Sen. Anna Kaplan reacted to Jack Martins' win, alluding to a "next chapter of service;" calls anti-hate, gun legislation major tenure wins.

Nassau Assembly Candidate Jha Apologizes For Anti-Muslim, Sikh Tweets

Vibhuti Jha, running in Assembly District 16, said he was "deeply sorry" for since-deleted comments about Muslims and Sikh immigrants.

Candidate Profile: ​Vibhuti Jha Running For Assembly District 16

Jha is challenging incumbent Gina Sillitti in Nassau County's 16th Assembly District.

NY Assembly District 16: Gina Sillitti Challenged By Vibhuti Jha

A Republican newcomer looks to unseat the Democrat incumbent on November 8 in the 16th Assembly District race.

W. Shore Road Apts: Monday Last Day To Submit Public Comment To Town

Opponents of a proposed 7-story building at 145 West Shore Rd. in Port Washington mobilized on social media on last day of public comment.

'Biggest Proposed Tax Cut In Town Of N. Hempstead History': Supervisor

North Hempstead Town Supervisor DeSena's new budget proposal would slash property taxes by 11 percent, using "bloated" town reserves.

State Sen. Kaplan To Gov. Hochul: Sign 'Anti-Hate' Bills Into Law

The two bills sponsored by State Senator Anna Kaplan seek to address "a sharp uptick in hate crimes in New York in 2022;" protect victims.