Long Island, NY|News|
LIRR Union Workers On Strike As Contract Negotiations Collapse, Leaving 300K Without Service
Picket lines will begin on Sunday morning, officials say
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
- East Norwich, NY
Melanie is a former on-air reporter for WBNG and writer/editor for Newsday, including its Faces of Long Island department. She can be reached at Melanie.gulbas@patch.com.
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Garden City, NY|News|
Woman Pleads Not Guilty After Attemping To Steal Opioid Prescriptions From Assisted Living Facility: NCDA
Prosecutors said the investigation began after reports that residents' medications were being mishandled at the Hempstead facility.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|News|
11-Year-Old Boy Airlifted + Hamptons Road Rage + Massive Sinkhole On LIE – LI Crime And Safety Roundup
Plus: Attempted Coercion Of A Minor / 4 Police Officers Hospitalized / 10 Kilograms Of Cocaine / More Than $400K Stolen / Tractor-Trailer
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Hicksville, NY|News|
Brick By Brick, Nature Comes Alive: Massive LEGO Sculptures Bloom At Old Westbury Gardens
From towering hummingbirds to colorful monarchs, a vibrant exhibit transforms Old Westbury Gardens into a larger-than-life LEGO wonderland.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Garden City, NY|News|
This Week Crime In Garden City: Rikers Island, Identity Theft, LIRR Rubbish Fire
The Village of Garden City details its weekly crime report.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Syosset, NY|News|
Queens Man In U.S. Illegally Is Arrested After $210K Syosset Burglary, Police Say
The man has an arrest warrant out of NYC for grand larceny, NCPD says.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|News|
LIRR Riders Face Morning Commute Disruptions After Penn Station Meltdown
Commuters may face delays and cancellations ahead of a possible strike.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Bellmore, NY|News|
North Bellmore Students Meet K-9 Unit, Try Gear During Eye-Opening Police Visit
Officers and K-9 partners visited Saw Mill Road Elementary School.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Glen Cove, NY|News|
Long-Shuttered LI Beach Reopens Friday After 17-Year Closure Over Bacterial Contamination
Officials say years of environmental cleanup have cleared the way for swimming at Crescent Beach once again.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Plainview, NY|News|
School Bus Carrying 6 Kids Involved In Head-On Collision In Plainview: Report
The crash happened on Wednesday afternoon, News12 reported.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|News|
Juvenile Facing Attempted Murder Charges After Accused Of Causing Multiple Crashes: Port Washington Police
NCPD says the juvenile was placed into custody in Port Washington on Wednesday afternoon.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Syosset, NY|News|
All Lanes Closed Overnight On Northern State Parkway: 511NY
511NY reported lane closures due to roadwork.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|News|
'No Reason Why A Deal Can't Be Reached': MTA, Unions Walk Away From Wednesday Negotiations With No Deal
Negotiations continue as a LIRR strike looms, possibly putting hundreds of thousands of commuters out of transportation this weekend.
Melanie Gulbas and Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Plainview, NY|News|
STEM Standout: Bethpage Senior Wins Top State Science Award
The student secured a first-place award and scholarship from the statewide science organization.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Garden City, NY|News|
Adelphi University Names Long Island Native, Alumnus As 11th President
Former Adelphi Panther and board chair will officially take office on June 1.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|News|
North Hempstead To Honor Local Service Members With 'Hometown Heroes' Banner Unveiling
Ceremony in Manhasset will recognize military heroes ahead of Armed Forces Day.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Bellmore, NY|News|
2 Lanes Closed On Wantagh State Parkway: 511NY
511NY reported a lane closure through Wednesday afternoon.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
East Meadow, NY|News|
Police Searching For Man Accused Of Stealing Donations From Local Church: PD
NCPD says a man forcibly opened the donation boxes.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Bellmore, NY|News|
Bellmore-Merrick Students Rock Out For Mental Health, Raise $6K For Teen Facility
Students took the stage to support teen mental health services at South Oaks Hospital through a night of music and community.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Oyster Bay, NY|News|
Oyster Bay School Budget Preview, Candidates On Ballot For 2026-2027
See what's on the ballot, including the school budget and school board candidates, before you head to the polls on Tuesday.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
