Friday, January 17, 2025
About a dozen employees of the Lynbrook Starbucks, members of Starbucks Workers United, returned to work on Dec. 29 after taking part in a national five-day strike — but many members of the employee-led union say their appetite for negotiating higher pay and more stable work environments at the coffee company remain strong.
Shake A Paw, a pet store chain with locations in Lynbrook and Hicksville, will close after clearing out its products, following the enactment of New York’s new Puppy Mill Pipeline Law Act.
New York City’s congestion pricing system, which officially went into effect Jan. 5, could affect commuters from Lynbrook and East Rockaway, Long Island, as they navigate the newly implemented tolls when traveling into Manhattan.
An analysis by the Herald of the legislation passed by the New York State Senate in 2024 shows a significant focus on taxation, with 38 bills related to various forms of taxes, local tax exemptions, and revenue generation. In contrast, social welfare, public assistance and welfare policy saw minimal legislative activity, with five bills passed in these areas.
Each year, Maple Family Centers, of Rockville Centre, replaces all the pins at its five bowling centers with new ones. This year, the company found a creative way to involve the community in its annual upcycling project.
A man fell from the roof of a Lynbrook home on Nov. 30 and died.
At the Lynbrook Public Schools Board of Education meeting on Nov. 13, several student achievements were recognized, followed by a preview of the upcoming production of Grease at Lynbrook High School.
Firefighters from the Lynbrook Fire Department participated in a demonstration at the Lynbrook Fire Department Training Center on Nov. 10, showcasing the F500 Encapsulator Agent.
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