Jerry Barmash

New York

Host, AM and Long Island Editor at Patch

LI editor at Patch. Veteran journalist, broadcaster, author of new book "Here Now the News" on Amazon and signed copies: https://t.co/7FgqpUPn0M

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Hicksville Residents Will Decide On Library Budget

1 week ago | patch.com | Jerry Barmash

HICKSVILLE, NY — Hicksville residents will head to the ballot box on Tuesday, May 20. The proposed $5.2 million Hicksville Public Library 2025-2026 budget will be decided. It's an increase of $140,000 from the previous year's budget. The 2.75% tax increase is under the tax cap and adds less than $1 per month for the average household, according to the library's newsletter. Voting takes place from 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. at the polling location.
Emergency Department Expansion Includes 54 Private Exam Rooms

1 week ago | patch.com | Jerry Barmash

OCEANSIDE, NY — Mount Sinai South Nassau is renovating and expanding the emergency department. It's a $50 million overhaul for the Oceanside facility. The first phase of project includes 54 private exam rooms in the Fennessy Family Emergency Department. The ED will be able to see approximately 75,000 patients annually and features centralized nursing stations for direct oversight of patient rooms and a state-of-the art trauma unit with an adjoining radiology bay.
State's Real ID Deadline Wednesday; Needed For Domestic Flights

1 week ago | patch.com | Jerry Barmash

LONG ISLAND, NY — The deadline is Wednesday for New Yorkers to get the Real ID drivers license. The main takeaway for the upgraded identification is needing it for any domestic travel. However, in lieu of the Real ID option, travelers can show a passport book or card, according to the TSA website. The Department of Motor Vehicles has extended office hours at the Garden City location and in Medford through June to streamline the process as much as possible.
Fees Waived At Town Of Hempstead Pet Adoption Event

1 week ago | patch.com | Jerry Barmash

WANTAGH, NY — If you are looking to adopt a pet, check out the Town of Hempstead's Paws & Petals event. On Saturday, May 17, all pet adoption fees will be waived. It's the perfect time to add a new pet as spaying and neutering is also free, along with vaccinations and microchipping. You can peruse the cats and dogs available for adoption. The Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter on Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh hosts the pet adoption opportunity from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Memorial Day Fireworks Show To Honor Those Who Made Greatest Sacrifice

1 week ago | patch.com | Jerry Barmash

PORT WASHINGTON, NY — The Town of North Hempstead will commemorate Memorial Day with a Fireworks Extravaganza. The Saturday, May 24 event begins with a color guard presented by the United States Marine Corps League of Port Washington and the Nassau County Police Emerald Society Pipe Band. A live musical performance by Shot Down Music, a modern country experience will follow, and the evening will culminate with a fireworks display over Hempstead Harbor.
Mother's Desperate Plea: 'Please Help Me Bring My Boy Home'

1 week ago | patch.com | Jerry Barmash

BALDWIN, NY — After 12 long days without a sign of her son, a desperate Long Island mother is pleading for help to bring her boy home. "While we did not find any evidence of Petros, we covered the entire island on foot including offshore in East Rockaway & Jones Inlets with drones," CERT wrote.
2 People Slashed In Westbury From Online Purchase Fight: Police

1 week ago | patch.com | Jerry Barmash

WESTBURY, NY — Three people got into a verbal argument that escalated into violence in Westbury on Sunday night, police said. Officers responded for a disturbance in the vicinity of Jefferson Street and Cambridge Avenue. Two male victims (ages 17 and 21) got into an argument with a 17-year-old boy over a Facebook Marketplace purchase, police said. The 17-year-old slashed both victims in their hands, police said. The victims were taken to an area hospital for treatment.
Fire Spreads At Mercy First's Syosset Location Over The Weekend: PD

1 week ago | patch.com | Jerry Barmash

SYOSSET, NY β There was a fire at Mercy First, a residential foster care facility in Syosset, on Sunday afternoon, police said. Flames were seen coming from a classroom on the second floor of the Convent Road building, police said. The Syosset Fire Department along with the assistance from the Hicksville Fire Department, and other departments, extinguished the blaze. The Nassau County Fire Marshal and Arson Bomb Squad were also at the fire. It was not deemed suspicious said.
2 Nassau Teachers Singled Out By Students In Winning Essay Contest

1 week ago | patch.com | Jerry Barmash

LEVITTOWN, NY — A pair of Nassau County teachers have been recognized in a big way by their students. The 9th Annual 'Bee'yond Teacher Essay Contest gets a $500 check for the winning teachers written by their students. Money is to enhance their classrooms for this school year. Rachel Pulowitz of Island Trees High School, and Laurette Roddin, of the Westside Elementary School in Syosset.
Rockville Centre To Host Annual Memorial Day Parade

1 week ago | patch.com | Jerry Barmash

ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY — The Village of Rockville Centre will host its annual Memorial Day Parade. The rain-or-shine parade steps up at 10 a.m. on May 27. Marchers will begin at Field #2 at North Village Avenue and North Centre Avenue. When the parade wraps up, a ceremony will take place at Veterans Park at the John A. Anderson Recreation Center. The Memorial Day parade is hosted by the Rockville Centre American Legion Post 303.