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Mikulin Proud to Support Aid for Nassau University Medical Center

By Nassau Standard | Mar 21, 2024

Assemblyman John Mikulin (R,C-Bethpage) expressed his support for Nassau University Medical Center (NUMC) during a recent press conference in Albany, highlighting the importance of the medical facility in providing healthcare to the community. Mikulin, along with other lawmakers and healthcare professionals, emphasized the need for financial aid to ensure the continuity of critical services at NUMC."Many Nassau County residents rely on NUMC," stated Mikulin, underscoring the significant role the medical center plays in serving the local population. He further highlighted...

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On Wednesday, March 20, former George W. Hewlett High School Riley Weiss collegiate team lost in the NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament

By Nassau Standard | Mar 21, 2024

The game took place in Blacksburg, Virginia.

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Hochul, religious groups push for housing plans that could bypass local zoning laws

By Nassau Standard | Mar 20, 2024

Gov. Kathy Hochul and religious leaders are advocating for new housing projects that could circumvent local zoning laws in an effort to address the housing crisis in New York State. Hochul's original housing proposal was met with resistance from local government officials and legislators, who argued that it would override local zoning and disrupt communities.Hochul's revised plan focuses on building 15,000 new housing units statewide on state land, particularly in high-cost areas like Long Island, New York City, and Westchester County. The proposed legislation includes...

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Nassau County in week ending Mar. 16

By Nassau Standard | Mar 19, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Nassau County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Nassau County in week ending Mar. 16?

By Nassau Standard | Mar 18, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Nassau County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Nassau County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Mar. 16

By Nassau Standard | Mar 17, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Nassau County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Nassau Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18?

By Nassau Standard | Mar 17, 2024

These former Nassau Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18.

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Nassau Standard area weekly mass times

By Nassau Standard | Mar 16, 2024

The following parishes in the Nassau Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Nassau County in week ending Mar. 9?

By Nassau Standard | Mar 15, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Nassau County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Assemblyman Brian Curran Reads to Students at Freeport New Visions School

By Nassau Standard | Mar 15, 2024

Assemblyman Brian Curran (Lynbrook- 21st A.D.) recently visited the Freeport New Visions School to read to first and second-grade students in Mrs. Stanton's class. Curran engaged with the students by reading to them and taking the time to answer any questions they had."It was the highlight of my day to read to these students. They were amazing and if this is what the future looks like, then we will be in good hands. I also want to thank Mrs. Stanton and the entire staff of Freeport New Visions School for having me, I had a blast,” said Curran.The assemblyman expressed...

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Townhouse Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing: 4-star nursing home in Nassau County

By Nassau Standard | Mar 14, 2024

Townhouse Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing was one of the 32 for-profit facility nursing homes in Nassau County, New York in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of four.

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Mikulin: One-House Budget is Not in the Best Interest of New York Families

By Nassau Standard | Mar 14, 2024

New York Assembly member Mikulin has voiced concerns about the current budget proposal, stating that it may not be in the best interest of New York families. Mikulin's remarks come as the Assembly discusses the allocation of funds for the upcoming fiscal year."I support the restoration of funds to our educational system proposed in the Assembly One-House Budget," Mikulin stated. "However, the one-house budget is still not in the overall best interest of New Yorkers. Overspending and proposing more than $3.5 billion in new taxes will inevitably push us closer to the edge...

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The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at South Poin, a for-profit facility, had a rating of 4 in Q4 2023

By Nassau Standard | Mar 13, 2024

The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at South Poin was one of the 32 for-profit facility nursing homes in Nassau County, New York in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of four.

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Local Heroes Commended for Swift Response in Safeguarding Community

By Nassau Standard | Mar 13, 2024

Assemblyman Ari Brown of Cedarhurst commended the heroic actions of Auxiliary Police Inspector Danny Gluck, Fourth Precinct Inspector Vincent Boden, and County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder for their swift response during an incident on March 12, 2024. Brown highlighted that the incident involved a group of Palestinian agitators harassing the Jewish community in Cedarhurst during an event at the Young Israel of Lawrence-Cedarhurst, aimed at educating individuals on moving to Israel.Brown specifically praised Inspector Gluck for his role in ensuring the safety of...

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Who owned The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Great Neck in Q4 2023?

By Nassau Standard | Mar 12, 2024

The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Great Neck was one of the 32 for-profit facility nursing homes in Nassau County, New York in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of two.

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Curran Co-Sponsoring Proposal to Protect Sexual Assault Survivors

By Nassau Standard | Mar 12, 2024

Assemblyman Brian Curran (Lynbrook- 21st A.D) has announced his co-sponsorship of a proposal aimed at protecting sexual assault survivors. The proposal, known as A.1065, seeks to eliminate the voluntary incapacitation loophole in sexual assault cases, preventing the use of intoxication of the victim as a defense for sex crimes.Under the current law, individuals incapacitated as a result of their own actions are not protected under the rape statute. Curran argues that this loophole must be addressed to bring justice to victims who might otherwise be denied it. He stated,...

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Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick Advocates for Tightening Bail Laws in Wake of Gruesome Case

By Nassau Standard | Mar 12, 2024

Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick has voiced her concerns regarding flaws in New York's bail laws following a disturbing case in Babylon. The suspects involved were released under existing bail laws after being charged with the concealment of a human corpse. They were ordered to remain in Suffolk County with GPS ankle monitors.In response to this, Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, along with colleagues, has introduced new legislation aimed at addressing these issues. The proposed bills would make the crime of body dismemberment/concealment of a human corpse a bail eligible class...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Nassau County in week ending Mar. 9?

By Nassau Standard | Mar 12, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Nassau County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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A look at The Grand Pavilion for RHB and Nursing at Rockville Center, a nursing home in Rockville Centre, New York

By Nassau Standard | Mar 11, 2024

Owned by nine stakeholders since Sep. 1, 2012, The Grand Pavilion for RHB and Nursing at Rockville Center boasted an overall rating of four in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Blumencranz Calls for Increased Child Care Access at Press Conference

By Nassau Standard | Mar 11, 2024

Assemblyman Jake Blumencranz (R,C-Oyster Bay) attended a press conference earlier today in support of increasing funding for child care services across New York. Blumencranz was joined by his fellow members of the Minority conference as they called for historic investments for these vital programs. They specifically called for increasing the Empire State child credit, raising the state Earned Income Tax Credit amount from 30% to 45%, and expanding collaboration between school districts and child care agencies. These initiatives are focused on increasing the affordability...