Bellmore, NY|News|
Local South Shore Eatery To Close This Weekend, Serving Brunch All Day Sunday
After 5 years, this brunch spot is serving its last frittata and spritz.
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.
Melanie's coverage with Patch:
- Plainview
- Syosset
- Oyster Bay
- Farmingdale
- Port Washington
- Garden City
- Bellmore
- Great Neck
- Glen Cove
- Jericho
- Roslyn
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Garden City, NY|News|
This Week Crime In Garden City: $85 Stolen In Modelo Beer, Swimming In Pond, Burnt English Muffin
The Village of Garden City details its weekly crime report.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Bellmore, NY|News|
Family Of 6, Including Children, Forced From Home After Bellmore Fire Thursday Morning: FD
1 police officer was evaluated for smoke inhalation, fire marshals said.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Plainview, NY|News|
2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Plainview
Your guide to fireworks, parades, and other July 4 celebrations of America's 250th anniversary in and around Plainview.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Plainview, NY|News|
3 Lanes Will Be Closed Overnight On LIE: 511NY
511NY reported overnight closures due to milling, repaving, and survey work.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Oyster Bay, NY|News|
2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Oyster Bay
Your guide to fireworks, parades, and other July 4 celebrations of America's 250th anniversary in and around Garden City.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Farmingdale, NY|News|
2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Farmingdale
Your guide to fireworks, parades, and other July 4 celebrations of America's 250th anniversary in and around Farmingdale.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Garden City, NY|News|
2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Garden City
Your guide to fireworks, parades, and other July 4 celebrations of America's 250th anniversary in and around Garden City.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
East Meadow, NY|News|
2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For East Meadow
Your guide to fireworks, parades, and other July 4 celebrations of America's 250th anniversary in and around East Meadow.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Glen Cove, NY|News|
2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Glen Cove
Your guide to fireworks, parades, and other July 4 celebrations of America's 250th anniversary in and around Glen Cove.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Farmingdale, NY|News|
All Lanes Closed On NY 24 Eastbound: 511NY
511NY reported lane closures due to gas main repairs, repaving, and utility work.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|News|
Primary Election 2026: LiPetri Wins 3rd Congressional District Republican Party Race
LiPetri has won by a large margin.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|News|
Primary Election 2026: Tom Suozzi Wins 3rd Congressional District Democratic Party Race
Suozzi has won by a large margin and shares a statement with the public.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Oyster Bay, NY|News|
Locust Valley Students Hit The Beach – And Leave It Cleaner Than They Found It
Students collected 25 pounds of trash at Stehli Beach while conducting hands-on water quality and ecology research.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Glen Cove, NY|News|
Primary Day 2026: Tom Suozzi Wages Democratic Primary For NY's 3rd Congressional District
"I think America’s system of democracy is the greatest in the world. I believe in the American Dream."
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Great Neck, NY|News|
Great Neck Man Sentenced After 'Offensively Touching' Passenger On Overnight Delta Flight: Court Records
"No one should have to carry this," the woman's victim impact statement states.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|News|
Neighbor Describes 'Incredibly Emotional' Manorhaven House Fire As Crews Battle Blaze From Exterior
Heavy fire conditions forced firefighters to evacuate the home and fight the third-alarm blaze from the exterior, officials said.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|News|
Woman Finds 2 Intruders In East Hills Kitchen During Overnight Burglary: Police
She screamed for help and the men fled, police say.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Farmingdale, NY|News|
'The Kids All Helped Each Other:' Mom Speaks Out After Her Children Were Rescued From Adventureland Ride
A Ronkonkoma mother recounts the night her daughter and son were stuck on the Wave Twister, and a park representative releases a statement.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Plainview, NY|News|
Dom's Famous Chicken Fingers Arrives In Plainview With Soft Opening
Family-owned favorite expands from New Hyde Park, bringing its crispy chicken fingers and fast-casual atmosphere to Old Country Road.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
