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Overcast Lynbrook Police Department preps for new evidence law
Police chief: new edict will be 'a hole in the budget'
In response to a new state law set to take effect in January that will require police departments to turn over all evidence in criminal cases to the Nassau County district attorney’s office, Lynbrook Police Chief Brian Paladino said the department has been working hard to prepare for the change.
Bay Park sewage project moves ahead
Officials eye 10th anniversary of Sandy for completion
Officials are eyeing Oct. 29, 2022 — the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Sandy — as a completion date for the Bay Park Conveyance Project, now that they have sent out a request for qualifications to interested design-and-build teams.
Apartment complex at Lynbrook motel site gets IDA’s preliminary approval
Developer eyes spring for construction
The developer of a $23.9 million, 80-unit luxury apartment complex at the site of the Lynbrook Motor Inn is looking to start building next spring, after the Nassau County Industrial Development Agency granted preliminary approval for a payment-in-lieu-of- taxes agreement.
East Rockaway mansion dating back to 1800s to be razed
Standing in a large, vacant bedroom inside one of East Rockaway’s oldest mansions, at 82 Centre Ave., local craftsman Daniel Warren beamed as he retold the home’s history. His demeanor changed, however, when he spoke about how the building would soon be razed and replaced by three new homes.
New York American Water to be sold to Liberty Utilities for $608M
Sale follows surcharge criticism, calls for public takeover
American Water Works Co. announced in a release Wednesday that it would sell its New York operation to Liberty Utilities for $608 million cash. The deal follows years-long criticism from Nassau County ratepayers, lawmakers and watchdog groups that have questioned the private company’s rate structure, water service and infrastructure management.
Herald Neighbors
Lynbrook, East Rockaway ring in the holidays with festive celebrations
Spirits were bright and the holiday spirit was in the air as East Rockaway and Lynbrook each hosted holiday celebrations last week.
Woman saved from burning car in Lynbrook
A firefighter and another bystander saved a woman who was trapped in a burning vehicle after she crashed into a truck on Sunrise Highway in Lynbrook on Nov. 27.
Lynbrook firefighters bring holidays to wounded warriors
Members and chiefs of the Lynbrook Fire Department recently traveled to Maryland, Virginia and North Carolina to spread Christmas cheer to wounded warriors.
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Daikin Comfort Design Center receives warm welcome in Lynbrook
Standing at a lectern while surrounded by dozens of community members at a ribbon cutting celebration for the new Daikin Comfort Design Center in Lynbrook on Nov. 21, President Taka Inoue expressed his gratitude and eagerness for the next chapter in the company’s storied history.
County approves ban on most flavored vape products
The Nassau County Legislature unanimously approved legislation on Nov. 25 to restrict the sale of most flavored vape products countywide. The law’s passage follows a recent uptick in vaping-related …
The Week Ahead
Nearby things to do this week in Lynbrook, East Rockaway
Hearing screenings are happening at the Lynbrook Public Library on Dec. 12 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Holiday festivities in Lynbrook
Lynbrook is getting into the holiday spirit with a plethora of activities and events on Dec. 14.
Messy monsters in East Rockaway
Enjoy an afternoon of art featuring projects that are just right for little hands at the East Rockaway Public Library on Dec. 16 from 1:30 to 2:15 p.m.
Crime watch: Lynbrook, East Rockaway
Here is the latest crime and arrest report courtesy the Lynbrook Police Department.