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Michael Corleone, owner of Kayo Boxing, in West Hempstead, said he looks forward to reopening his gym on Aug. 24.

Malverne, West Hempstead gyms reopen at limited capacity

Gyms throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties, along with the rest of the state, can reopen as soon as Aug. 24, following inspection by local authorities, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on Aug. 17. … more

By Nakeem Grant and Karen Bloom | 8/20/20

With the Covid-19 infection rate continuing to drop, Gov. Andrew Cuomo is allowing gyms across Nassau and Suffolk counties to reopen.

At last — Cuomo lets gyms reopen at one-third capacity

Gyms throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties, along with the rest of the state, can reopen as soon as Aug. 24, following inspection by local authorities, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced today. Facilities … more

By Karen Bloom | 8/17/20

Baruch Shemtov, above, center, hosted a virtual town hall meeting about the Belmont Park arena project with NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, UBS Executive Vice Chairman Brian Hull, Oak View Group CEO Tim Leiweke, Islanders co-owner Jon Ledecky and The Azoff Company Chairman Irving Azoff.

Isles’ future home named UBS Arena

As the New York Islanders gear up for the National Hockey League playoffs starting Aug. 1, the name of their future home at Belmont Park was made official Wednesday, when UBS announced its exclusive … more

By Tony Bellissimo and Melissa Koenig | 7/22/20

Long Island entered the fourth phase of reopening on July 8. Above, Malverne’s downtown business district.

Malverne, West Hempstead community leaders discuss Phase Four reopening

Long Island began Phase Four reopening of the economy on July 8, which includes low-risk arts and entertainment, film and music production and professional sports without fans. Malverne Chamber of … more

By Nakeem Grant and Scott Brinton | 7/10/20

Our Town Grille’s outdoor diner was filled with customers in Malverne on June 19.

Restaurants are up and running in Malverne, West Hempstead

Residents in Malverne and West Hempstead were out and about during the weeks since restaurants reopened last month. Residents were allowed to dine outdoors at restaurants since Long Island entered … more

By Nakeem Grant | 7/2/20

Tiz The Law crossed the finish line first at the Belmont Stakes on June 20, becoming the first New York-bred horse to win since 1882.

Belmont Stakes go on — despite pandemic

The Belmont Stakes looked a little different to fans and the larger horseracing community this year, as industry officials had to alter their operations due to the ongoing novel coronavirus … more

By Visvajit Sriramrajan | 7/1/20

Long Island Breakfast Club members Gregg Cajuste and Valentina Janek met at the club’s new home, G’s Dance and Night Club, in West Hempstead, on June 4.

Long Island Breakfast Club returns to West Hempstead

Having held meetings at different venues throughout Nassau County, the Long Island Breakfast Club has longed for a home to run their meetings. Founded in West Hempstead, the group will return home as … more

By Nakeem Grant | 6/10/20

Assemblyman Ed Ra, at the lectern, proposed legislation allowing business owners to get marketing grants from the state. He spoke about it at a news conference on June 3.

Businesses to get marketing grants under proposed bill

A bill in the New York State Legislature would help small business owners better market themselves and promote their businesses, as Long Island’s economy begins to reopen. Under the … more

By Melissa Koenig | 6/9/20

Deirdre Bell, owner of Hair By Deirdre, in Malverne, said she looked forward to seeing her clients again.

Malverne, West Hempstead businesses ready for Phase Two

After nearly three months of being closed as part of a statewide lockdown, businesses in Malverne and West Hempstead are itching to get back to work. West Hempstead Chamber of Commerce President … more

By Nakeem Grant and Scott Brinton | 6/9/20

Malverne is among the communities on Long Island to begin Phase One reopening.

Malverne Chamber welcomes Phase One reopening of the economy

As projected, Long Island began the Phase One reopening of its battered economy on Wednesday, paving the way for construction and wholesale trade companies to restart operations, along with retailers … more

By Nakeem Grant and Scott Brinton | 5/27/20