Long Beach, NY|News|
The Long Beach City Council Meets Tuesday Night, See What’s On The Agenda
Check out the items that the Long Beach City Council will be voting on at Tuesday’s meeting.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
- Levittown, NY
Tom Gambardella is a New York-based journalist covering Levittown, Long Beach, Massapequa, Merrick, Plainview, Rockville Centre and Wantagh-Seaford. Tom graduated from Northwestern University in 2022 with a Master's of Science in Journalism, served as a Staff Writer for the Rivertowns Enterprise until its closure in 2024, and wrote for the Rivertowns Dispatch from 2024 until joining Patch in 2025. When he's not covering local news on Long Island, there's a good chance Tom is baking, cooking or watching his beloved New York Football Giants. For any inquiries or tips, you can reach Tom by email at Thomas.Gambardella@Patch.com.
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Rockville Centre, NY|News|
This Week In Rockville Centre: Athletic Complex Graffiti, Apartment Door Kicked In, Police Say
The Rockville Centre Police Department released its weekly report Monday, detailing arrests and incidents within the village.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Five Towns, NY|News|
Far Rockaway Man Arrested After Gunpoint E-Bike Stickup: PD
A Far Rockaway man is in police custody after he took an e-bike from a pair of teens at gunpoint, police say.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Rockville Centre, NY|News|
Hempstead Woman Accused Of Wielding Broken Glass Bottle, Spraying Cop With Chemicals: PD
A 27-year-old Hempstead woman was arrested Sunday after she turned violent while resisting arrest and hospitalized two officers, police say.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
New Hyde Park, NY|News|
New Hyde Park Resident Hospitalized After Second-Floor House Fire: NCFM
A New Hyde Park resident was taken from their home in an ambulance after a house fire Sunday morning, officials say.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Merrick, NY|News|
Nassau County Student Athletes Of The Week: Calhoun High School’s Dual Champion Track & Field Teams
The 2025-26 season was a big one for Calhoun High School track & field, a program that brought home titles in boys and girls’ team events.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|News|
Long Beach Police Bust + Raccoon Pulled From Waters + Fatal Motorcycle Crash: Nassau Crime & Safety Roundup
ALSO: Box truck collision hospitalizes 3 / Milleridge Inn Closed After Fire / Fire At Hempstead Auto Body / Back To School Driving Guidance
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|News|
‘Like Godzilla Through Tokyo’: West Broadway Development Faces Local Backlash At Zoning Board Meeting
At Thursday night’s zoning board meeting, Long Beach residents said a proposal to build on West Broadway is too big to fit the neighborhood.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Rockville Centre, NY|News|
Oceanside Häagen Dazs Offers 500 Free Scoops To Celebrate Grand Opening
The owner of the new Häagen Dazs location in Oceanside says the store will be offering free ice cream as part of a grand opening Saturday.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|News|
State Dems File Complaint Over Trump Rally In Move Blakeman Calls A ‘Hail Mary’
New York State Democrats say a Nassau County rally with President Trump amounted to an unconstitutional campaign rally in a new complaint.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|News|
Nassau County Sheriff Yet To Join 287(g) Lawsuit As Briefing Schedule Is Set, Attorney Confirms
An attorney representing 15 sheriffs in a lawsuit over a ban on 287(g) agreements says Nassau County's sheriff has yet to join that suit.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Five Towns, NY|News|
RC Car Catches Fire While Charging In East Rockaway Home: Fire Department
The East Rockaway Fire Department was called to a home Thursday after a remote control car caught fire while charging, fire officials say.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Wantagh-Seaford, NY|News|
Wantagh Men Who Popped Manhole Cover And Entered Sewers Under Investigation: PD
Nassau County police say they’re still investigating the group of men who were seen entering sewers in Wantagh Thursday.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|News|
City Of Long Beach Cancels Beachfront Concert Amid Rain
The City of Long Beach has called off Thursday night’s concert at the Grand Avenue Beach due to inclement weather.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Wantagh-Seaford, NY|News|
Chris Stapleton Pays Tribute To Dolly Parton, Performs ‘I Will Always Love You’ At Jones Beach Concert
Chris Stapleton added a familiar hit to his setlist Wednesday night, performing “I Will Always Love You” at Jones Beach.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Wantagh-Seaford, NY|News|
Wantagh School District Welcomes 13 New Faculty Members
The new faculty in the Wantagh School District have already started their school year, attending new hire orientation this week.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Levittown|News|
Gillen Touts Labor Record After AFL-CIO Endorsement Snub
Congresswoman Laura Gillen's campaign says she’s proud of her record on labor despite not being endorsed by the AFL-CIO.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|News|
Buses, Crossings And E-Bikes Headline AAA Guidance For Safe Back-To-School Driving
AAA says drivers need to be extra careful in the coming weeks, as the back-to-school season brings about a surge of traffic.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Five Towns, NY|News|
Valley Stream Resident In Serious Condition After Being Pulled From Burning Home: NCFM
A Valley Stream resident is in serious condition at NUMC after a house fire Thursday morning, officials say.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Hicksville, NY|News|
Hicksville Man Sentenced To 25 To Life After Predatory Sexual Assault Conviction: DA
A Hicksville man was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison Wednesday after being convicted of predatory sexual assault, prosecutors say.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
