Nassau County police investigating crimes at Oceanside, Island Park Dunkin' Donuts establishments
NCPD looks into an attempted and successful robbery
Nassau County police are investigating a robbery at Dunkin’ Donuts in Island Park, and an attempted robbery at a Dunkin’ in Oceanside.
Nassau County police searching for unidentified man who robbed Oceanside bank
Nassau County police are searching for an unidentified man who stole money from the People’s United Bank in Oceanside.
Island Park residents confront LIPA, county officials on proposed Barrett settlement
Three minutes each wasn’t nearly enough time for Island Park residents to express their frustrations with the recently proposed settlement between the Long Island Power Authority and Nassau County regarding the E.F. Barrett Generation Station.
Oceanside Library officials present plans for ‘Vision 2020’ initiative
$33.5M bond would fund projects, upgrades
The roofs and windows at the Oceanside Library leak regularly, the restrooms have not been redone in 22 years, and many rooms need to be modernized. Those are just a few of the reasons that the library board voted 7-0 on Jan. 15 to approve putting a $33.5 million bond to a vote to fund repairs.
Construction commences on Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital's new central utility plant
Fences surround one-third of the parking lot north of the main entrance to Mount Sinai South Nassau hospital, signaling the start of construction of a $90 million central utility plant, which will advance the capabilities of the hospital’s electrical system.
Communities support Limb Kind Foundation at Show Your Shine adaptive runway show
Oceanside and Rockville Centre community members rallied behind 25 people with limb loss and limb differences on Jan. 11 for the Limb Kind Foundation’s inaugural “Show Your Shine” adaptive runway event.
Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital in Oceanside honors staff member at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration
Mount Sinai South Nassau and local elected officials honored the life and legacy of slain civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with musical tributes and poetry readings during the hospital’s 12th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration on Monday.
Oceanside clings to playoff hopes
The season plan seemed sensible. Oceanside’s young boys’ basketball squad would feature a two-man nucleus handling most of the scoring load, while a constellation of role players lent support and learned on the job.
Oceanside Chamber of Commerce set for annual cocktail reception
There will be music, a photo booth, hors d’oeuvres, an open bar and many raffle prizes at the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce’s annual cocktail reception on Jan. 30.
NAMI support group launches in Oceanside
A mental health support group co-sponsored by the National Alliance on Mental Illness is coming to the Oceanside Library. It will welcome parents and adult family members of children ages 15 and younger experiencing symptoms of mental health conditions.
Guest column
Weathering the winter months by staying healthy
With the colder Long Island months upon us, it’s important to remember that as the weather cools, so does body metabolism.
The Week Ahead
Nearby things to do this week in Oceanside, Island Park
The Knights of Columbus hosts a basketball free throw championship on Jan. 25 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Oceanside School No. 6.
Holocaust Remembrance Day at Friedberg JCC in Oceanside
To commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Friedberg JCC will host speaker Felice Katz, a second-generation Holocaust survivor, on Jan. 30 at 1 p.m.
Super Bowl fun at Temple Avodah in Oceanside
Temple Avodah hosts Super Bowl Family Shabbat on Jan. 31 at 6:30 p.m.
Letter to the Oceanside/Island Park Editor
A letter regarding the proposed projects for the Oceanside Jewish Center site.