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A Few Clouds 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.
E.F. Barrett Generation Station in Island Park to follow new DEC guidelines
The Department of Environmental Conservation recently passed a measure that will reduce air pollution by regulating emissions from peak-use power plants, including the E.F. Barrett Generation Station in Island Park.
Nassau police seeking man who attempted to rob ATM, stole cash from Oceanside market
The Nassau County Police Department is investigating a burglary that occurred in Oceanside on Jan. 12 at 12:36 a.m.
Boy, 14, struck and killed by car while riding bicycle in Oceanside
A 14-year-old boy was fatally struck by a car while riding his bike in Oceanside on Sunday afternoon.
Oceanside rabbis react to statewide anti-Semitic attacks
In the wake of several anti-Semitic bias incidents across the state last month, local rabbis are making efforts to ensure the safety of their congregants and to create dialogue within their communities to foster a safe environment.
Herald Neighbors
Island Park Chamber of Commerce installs 2020 officers
The Island Park Chamber of Commerce installed in slate of 2020 officers during its monthly meeting on Jan. 9 at Poncho’s Cantina.
Oceanside aims for better results
Nearing the midway mark of the Conference AA-1 girls’ basketball schedule, Oceanside will need to make a complete turnaround to get into the Nassau Class AA playoff conversation.
ProHEALTH Dental expands to Oceanside
Lake Success-based ProHEALTH Dental has expanded its medical and dental integration model into Nassau and Suffolk counties with two state-of-the-art offices in Oceanside and Bay Shore.
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.
Oceanside lays claim to first Eagle Scout (Part Two)
Since Arthur R. Eldred was conferred as America’s first Eagle Scout, representatives from Rockville Centre have aggressively laid claim to the village being his home.
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
Teens from the Oceanside community will perform a musical review at the Oceanside Library on Jan. 17 at 7 p.m.
Honor Martin Luther King at the Friedberg JCC in Oceanside
Friedberg JCC hosts a day of service learning for all ages on Jan. 20 from 10 a.m. to noon.
Baby care class at Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital in Oceanside
Mount Sinai South Nassau hosts a two-hour class for those interested in learning about newborns on Jan. 21 at 7 p.m.