GSNC Brings Community Together for the Annual Thin Mint Sprint 5K and Family Fun Walk

Girl Scouts of Nassau County (GSNC) hosted the sweetest event of the season, the Thin Mint Sprint 5K Run and Family Fun Walk at Jones Beach

Dead Body Discovered In LI Parking Lot Identified: Police | Patch PM

Also: Rally to save LI eatery / Will Hurricane Erin impact LI? / Blood donors needed / Camp for kids with cancer feted / 'Jaws' celebration

Meet The Charity: John Theissen Children's Foundation Helps Sick, Underprivileged Kids

Theissen was inspired by the "positive attitude and generous spirit" of a young patient he met when they were both hospitalized in 1988.

Jones Beach To Stay Open Late For Meteor Shower Show

The Perseids Meteor Shower can be viewed on the evenings of Tuesday, August 12 and Wednesday, August 13.

EPIC Long Island Hosts Unforgettable Prom Experience for Over 150 Attendees

Arabian Nights” Theme Brings Joy, Music and Magic to Individuals with Developmental Disabilities

Wildlife Expert Offers Tips For Humans, Pets Amid Nassau Rabies Health Threat

"​People should always remember to keep wildlife wild," said John Di Leonardo, Executive Director of Humane Long Island

Mount Sinai Set To Open New Ambulatory Center In Wantagh

The new Mount Sinai Wantagh represents a $70 million investment by Mount Sinai South Nassau.

Largest Breast Cancer Walk Returns To Jones Beach This Fall

The 32nd annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Long Island walk is on Oct. 19.

Jones Beach Air Show To Join Special 4th July Festivities In 2026

Next year marks the nation's 250th birthday.

Build Sandcastles For Prizes At Jones Beach This Summer

It takes place on June 26, July 24 and August 28.

100s Of Seniors Cut Classes, Get Rowdy, Fight At Jones Beach: Police | Patch PM

Also: Mom finds daughter shot dead in car: PD / ALDI / Gabby Petito / Pride parade / Relay for Life / Brewpub / Terrapin help / Dogs dive

South Shore Guidance Center’s Spring Fling Dog Walk Raises Over $10K

EPIC Family of Human Service Agencies Brings Local Community Together for Annual Dog Walk and Wellness Celebration

Man Shouted 'Terroristic Threats', Obscenities At Schoolkids: PD | PM

Also: Athlete assaulted, hazed: Court docs / Missing man turns 30 / Cheerleaders score national title / Ex stabbed to death: DA / Festival

Local Nonprofits Can Seek Grants From PSEG's Annual Program

Organizations can apply from May 15-June 30.

Fees Waived At Town Of Hempstead Pet Adoption Event

Vaccinations and microchipping are including during May 17 adoptions.

Seaford Cinemas Drops Curtain After 25 Years Of Movies

"It has been an honor serving the community," they said on their website.

Hero Fire Department Capt. From LI 'Always Willing To Jump In To Help'

"She is looked up to and respected for her dedication and loyalty." Meet Alexis Avolio.

Girl Scouts of Nassau County's Cookie Sale Extended by Two Weeks

Get a taste of tomorrow. Get cookies today!

Mulcahy's Hosts Annual Fundraiser For Firefighter Killed On 9/11

The event to benefit the Firefighter Michael J. Cawley Foundation​ takes place on Satuday, April 5.

Wantagh Fire Department Hosts Community Blood Drive

It takes place on Monday, March 3.

Weekend Passport Applications Open For Town Of Hempstead Residents

It takes place, by appointment only, on Saturday, March 8.

LI Spa Day Planned To Help After LA Wildfires

It takes place at Mulcahy's on Feb. 16.

Amid Blood Emergency, Weekend Blood Drive Takes Place In Seaford

It takes on Saturday at the Seaford Middle School.

Mulcahy's Hosts 20th Annual Tribute For LI Man Killed Serving In Iraq

More than 1,000 people are expected for the Feb. 1 fundraiser.

FDA Bans Red Dye No. 3 In Food: How It Could Impact NY Products

It's a move that was more than three decades in the making.

2024 In Review: Best 'Patch Spotlight' Interviews Of The Year

Check out some of our favorite moments from 2024.

'Devastated': LI Woman Struck, Killed By Police Vehicle Mourned: PM

Also: Thanksgiving weather / Man sexually abused his children: DA / Daughter's legacy lives on / Stolen jewels: PD / Beloved LI bear dies

5 Nonprofits Near Wantagh, Seaford To Support This Holiday Season

Check the list of charitable organizations near Wantagh and Seaford.

Meet The Charity: Lola Jayne Foundation Supports Grieving Parents

Through its fundraising efforts, the foundation has topped more than $100,000 in the past two years.

Hundreds Expected For Seaford's Annual Hot Chocolate Run

It takes place on Dec. 7 at Seaford High School.

Scholarship Fundraiser In Honor Of Detective Diller At Mulcahy's

"I was moved by the situation," organizer Larry Weinberger told Patch.

PSEG Long Island Raises Thousands Of Dollars For Breast Cancer

A walk was recently held at Jones Beach to support the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

Town of Hempstead Collects 400lbs. of Pharmaceuticals

Collected drugs to be destroyed at Reworld™, keeping them out of homes and out of our waterways

'A Sense of Hope': Suicide Prevention Walk On LI Raises $500K

"I wish I knew then what I know now." More than 3,000 participated in the 3-mile walk.

Wantagh Resident Who Died Of 9/11 Illness, Honored With Street Naming

NYPD Lieutenant Kenneth Rosello died in 2016.

Hempstead Town, Reworld™ to Host Pharmaceutical Take Back Day

Event Provides Community with Opportunity to Safely Dispose of Unwanted Medications at Two Locations on Saturday, October 26th

New Fundraiser, Scholarship To Honor Killed Detective

Det. Jonathan Diller was killed during a stop in Queens on March 25.

Discover the Orthodox Christian Church (English Language Services)

Invitation to worship (English language services) at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church of East Meadow, especially every Sunday at 9:30 AM.

Finding Cure For Diabetes At Finish Line For Seaford Race

The Walk, Run or Ride event takes place on Saturday at Cedar Creek Park.

Local Wantagh Teens Earn Prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award

Wantagh residents Ashley Divver and Faith Stallone were among those Girl Scouts throughout Nassau County who reached this milestone