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Five Towns Insider Events
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
HWBA/HLSC Community Ice Skating Night - Time: 6:30 PM - Location:
Grant Park Skating Rink, Sheridan Ave, Hewlett, NY
Tuesday March 3
HS 11th Gr. Choices & Consequences
Lawrence UFSD Lawrence, NY 11559
9:30 am
Steve Israel: When Long Island changed history
Long Island is well known for its beaches, the Hamptons, our pizza places and diners. But we harbor certain secrets — places where generally unknown events shaped history in big ways.
I stumbled on one several years ago, and it triggered the writing of my newest novel, “The Einstein Conspiracy.” It’s a historic thriller based on actual events that occurred on Long Island just as the world was descending into World War II. Read more here
Old Navy, Sunglass Hut, RS Vault Coming To Green Acres Mall
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
NY-21 Republican candidates clash at St. Lawrence County endorsement meeting
CANTON, New York (WWNY) - State Assemblyman Robert Smullen received the endorsement of the St. Lawrence County Republican Committee after a confrontation with fellow Republican candidate Anthony Constantino ended with Constantino being led out of the meeting. Read More here
Long Beach native Charlie McAvoy wins gold at 2026 Winter Olympics
Long Beach pride is shining as bright as gold thanks to hometown hero Charlie McAvoy and Team USA. The national men’s hockey team captured the gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics with a nail-biting overtime win to beat Team Canada 2 to 1.Read More here
Agudath Israel’s Albany Advocacy Series Continues with Queens and Long Island Visit
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
Jokes
What do you call a fake noodle? An impasta!
Lawrence Trivia
Question:
In the late 19th century, Lawrence was famous as a summer resort for wealthy New Yorkers. Which major road in the village shares its name with a famous Brooklyn parkway because it was originally intended to connect the two?
Rockaway Parkway (it once extended through the village to the shore).
Community Safety News
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.