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Thursday, February 19, 2026

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

o help residents looking to obtain new passports, Oyster Bay Town Clerk Richard LaMarca announced that his office will offer a special one-stop Passport Weekend on Saturday, March 7^th and Sunday, March 8^th from 9am to 3pm at both Town Hall North in Oyster Bay and Town Hall South in Massapequa. Residents are required to book appointments in advance. Source: longisland.com

VALLEY STREAM, NY. — The Green Acres Mall is set to get a trio of new tenants this year thanks to a trio of leases signed and approved in January. The Town of Hempstead’s Industrial Development Agency approved the tenancy of Old Navy, Sunglass Hut and RS Vault at its Jan. 27 meeting, clearing the way for the three retailers to set up shop. Source: patch.com

This video presents a local Q&A session with Rav Yosef Efrati, covering various topics related to Jewish law and contemporary issues. The discussion features insights from Rav Asher Weiss Shlit”a and other participating local rabbanim, offering diverse perspectives on complex matters. Source:5townscentral.com

Lawrence, NY (February 18, 2026)

A developing coastal storm tracking up the Eastern Seaboard this weekend could bring a swath of wintry weather to parts of the tri-state region, with forecasters warning that small shifts in the system’s path will make a big difference in who sees snow versus rain.

Meteorologists say the storm is expected to move northeast just off the Mid-Atlantic and New England coasts, drawing moisture inland over New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Communities that may be affected include New York City, Newark, Lakewood, and as far south as the Philadelphia metro area.

The key factor will be how much cold air remains in place as the storm arrives. If temperatures stay low enough, especially away from the immediate coast and during the overnight hours, portions of the region could pick up a meaningful, plowable snowfall. Farther south and along coastal areas, even a slight jog in the storm track could flip the dominant precipitation type to rain or a messy wintry mix, cutting down on accumulations and creating slushy, changeable conditions.

At this stage, forecasters say confidence is moderate in the general setup — a coastal low bringing widespread precipitation — but more limited when it comes to pinpointing exact snowfall totals, rain-snow lines, and the timing of the heaviest bands. Forecast models are still refining the storm’s intensity and precise track, and updates over the next 24 to 48 hours are likely to adjust expectations for specific towns and counties.

Residents across the tri-state area are being advised to monitor updated forecasts closely toward the end of the workweek, particularly those with travel plans. Even in locations that ultimately see more rain than snow, periods of heavy precipitation and gusty winds could still lead to reduced visibility and slower travel. Inland suburbs and higher elevations, meanwhile, should be prepared for the possibility of slick roads if colder air wins out and snow becomes the primary precipitation type.

Agudath Israel’s Albany Advocacy Series continued this week with a focused visit to Long Island and Queens. Local leaders discussed community priorities and legislative goals with state representatives. Source: 5townscentral.com

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NY man arrested for allegedly shooting sister in face with crossbow

(fox8.com) — A serious domestic violence incident in an unincorporated area of Lawrence left a woman injured after she was struck in the face by a crossbow arrow, according to police. A 21-year-old Long Island man has been charged with attempted murder and other offenses, and prosecutors say he had allegedly placed a tracking device on the victim’s car. His next court date is scheduled for March 17.