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⚽ THIS WEDNESDAY — July 1, 2026

🎆 THIS SATURDAY — July 4, 2026 — America Turns 250!

⚠️ Reminder: Personal fireworks are ILLEGAL throughout Nassau County. Stick to the public shows and stay safe!

Ongoing — Tuesdays & Thursdays

Ongoing — Wednesdays

Ongoing — Rock Hall Museum, Lawrence

A serious and potentially dangerous heat wave is building across the entire Tri-State area heading into the July 4th holiday weekend. Temperatures are expected to climb sharply through the week with heat index values making it feel significantly hotter than the thermometer reads. The most intense heat is forecast for Thursday and Friday, just before the holiday. Five Towns residents — especially seniors, young children, and those without air conditioning — should take precautions: stay indoors during peak hours (11 AM–4 PM), stay hydrated, check on elderly neighbors, and never leave children or pets in parked cars. Nassau County cooling centers are available — call 311 for locations near you. Read more here

Great news for Five Towns commuters: the Metropolitan Transportation Authority has approved new four-year contracts with all Long Island Rail Road unions, officially ending the three-day strike that stranded roughly 300,000 daily commuters in May. The new contracts provide workers with nearly 15 percent in wage increases across the four-year term — the deal Gov. Hochul announced on social media with service resuming the following Tuesday at noon. For Five Towns residents who ride the Far Rockaway Branch daily, full normal service has been restored. Check mta.info for any schedule updates heading into the July 4th holiday weekend. Source: liherald.com

Young Israel of Woodmere (YIW) continues to evaluate its potential acquisition of the historic Woodmere Club property — and the community is watching closely. In its latest update to members, YIW leadership described it as a significant and complex opportunity that requires careful due diligence. No final decision has been made yet, but the shul has retained counsel and is actively working through the process. The 110-acre property at the border of Woodmere, Lawrence, and Woodsburgh has been closed for years and remains one of the most hotly debated pieces of real estate in the Five Towns. Stay tuned — this one could reshape our community for generations. Read more here

Liberty Water is launching an infrastructure improvement project starting the week of June 29, replacing aging water mains in several Five Towns streets. Work will take place on Atlantic Avenue (from Rockaway Avenue to Centre Street), Centre Street (from Oak Avenue to Summit), and surrounding areas. Residents in these zones should expect lane closures, detours, and temporary disruptions to water service. Liberty Water says work will be completed as efficiently as possible. If you experience unexpected water discoloration or low pressure, contact Liberty Water directly. Read more here

With summer in full swing and backyard pools going up across the Five Towns, New York State is reminding homeowners that safety regulations apply to temporary and inflatable pools as well — not just permanent in-ground setups. Any pool capable of holding more than 24 inches of water is subject to state fencing and safety requirements. That includes large quick-set pools and seasonal pop-up setups. The rules require a barrier or fence at least 4 feet high surrounding any pool meeting that threshold. Violations can result in fines — but more importantly, proper fencing saves lives. With small children in our community, this is a rule worth knowing. Read more here

The heartwarming story from Torah Academy for Girls (TAG) in Far Rockaway continues to resonate across the Five Towns and beyond. The entire graduating class made a unified commitment to support a classmate who was diagnosed with a serious illness and told that her recovery would require a specific commitment from those around her — and every single girl stepped up without hesitation. The story has been shared thousands of times across social media. Mi K'amcha Yisrael — the Jewish people are truly remarkable. Read more here

A swastika was discovered etched into a window at the Inwood train station last week, specifically in the portion of the station located within the Village of Lawrence. Lawrence Mayor Samuel Nahmias condemned the act in the strongest terms, calling it "especially despicable" and confirming that Nassau County Police and MTA authorities are jointly investigating the incident. The village recently announced plans to install approximately 160 surveillance cameras throughout the community — directly connected to the Nassau police command center — to help track down and deter perpetrators of exactly this kind of hateful act. This is our community. We do not tolerate this here. Source: longisland.news12.com

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is in full swing right here in our backyard — with matches being played at the New York New Jersey Stadium (MetLife) in East Rutherford, and Team USA already through to the Round of 32 after beating Australia 2-0. Nassau County has been hosting free watch parties at Eisenhower Park drawing thousands of fans, with another big event happening this Wednesday July 1. UBS Arena in Elmont — just minutes from the Five Towns — hosted the USA vs. Australia public screening as well. The Round of 16 is July 5 and the World Cup Final is July 19 at MetLife. This is a once-in-a-generation event happening right in our neighborhood — a great opportunity for the whole family to be part of history. Source: longisland.com

Hindi's Libraries, the extraordinary volunteer-run Hewlett nonprofit founded in memory of Dr. Hindi Krinsky (z"l), has relocated to a larger headquarters in Hewlett as it approaches the incredible milestone of 750,000 children's books distributed worldwide — completely free of charge — since 2018. If you have gently used children's books to donate, this is exactly the right place. Every book makes a difference. Read more here

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman — who has been a visible presence in Five Towns news throughout the year — has been formally named the Republican Party's candidate for New York State Governor, nominated at the GOP State Committee Convention at the Garden City Hotel. Blakeman made national headlines during the LIRR strike, blaming Governor Hochul for the crisis. The race sets up a Blakeman vs. Hochul matchup in the November election — one that Nassau County and the Five Towns will watch very closely. Meanwhile, Town of Hempstead Receiver of Taxes Jeanine Driscoll has been named the GOP's choice to challenge incumbent Democratic Congressman in the 3rd Congressional District, covering parts of our area. Source: liherald.com

A troubling pattern of serious and fatal pedestrian crashes is emerging across Nassau and Suffolk counties, according to LI Herald editors who are calling on local leaders to act with urgency. Recent weeks have seen fatal and serious incidents in Wantagh, Freeport, Rockville Centre, and Lindenhurst. With summer foot traffic increasing across Five Towns streets, sidewalks, and beach areas, this is a timely reminder for all of us — drivers and pedestrians alike — to stay alert, especially near crosswalks and school zones. Source: liherald.com

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📣 Long Island Small Businesses Win $5,000 Grants — Could YOUR Business Apply Next Year?

Optimum Business and the LIA Foundation celebrated 40 Long Island small business grant winners at their 2026 Small Business Summit in Bethpage — 20 from Nassau County and 20 from Suffolk. Each winner received a $5,000 grant through the L.O.C.A.L. Small Business Grant program. Five Towns business owners: watch for next year's application cycle opening. It's a real opportunity for local businesses to get a meaningful boost. Source: patch.com

Why did the soccer player bring string to the World Cup?

Because he wanted to tie the game! ⚽

Question:
Team USA just beat Australia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup — but how many times has the United States Men's National Team ever made it to the World Cup Final?

Answer:
Never! The USA has never appeared in a FIFA World Cup Final. Their best result was third place at the very first World Cup in 1930, held in Uruguay. With the tournament now on home soil in 2026, the pressure — and the excitement — has never been higher for Team USA to finally make a deep run!

Nassau County Police Homicide Squad continues to investigate the discovery of an unidentified body recovered from the marsh area of North Woodmere Park (750 Hungry Harbor Road) on June 16. As of press time, the identity of the deceased has not been released and the investigation remains active and ongoing. If you have any information, please contact Nassau County Police immediately. Source: dailyvoice.com

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