Freeport, NY|News|
7 Teens Arrested After Stolen BMW Crashes Into NICE Bus: PD
Police say a 14-year-old was driving the vehicle when it struck a NICE Bus in Roosevelt.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
- Oyster Bay, NY
Melanie covers Nassau County with a special interest in feature stories and spotlighting local businesses. She can be reached at Melanie.gulbas@patch.com.
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Long Island, NY|News|
Meet The Candidate: Joe Scianablo For Town Of Hempstead Supervisor
"I served as a Marine in combat, protected New Yorkers as an NYPD officer, and pursued justice as a prosecutor."
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Garden City, NY|News|
Former DMV Supervisor Sentenced In Garden City Exam Cheating Scheme: DA
Her sister posed in disguises as permit applicants and took commercial driver's license exams for them, prosecutors say.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|News|
Meet The Candidate: Steve Rhoads For State Senate
"As a small-business owner, I understand the pressure of meeting payroll and keeping the doors open."
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Plainview, NY|News|
Plainview Father Accused Of Using Taser On Autistic Son, 14: Police
Police say the 52-year-old used a taser on the teenager "in an attempt to control him during an emotional outburst."
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
East Meadow, NY|News|
Car Fire, East Meadow Roadway Closed: Police
Nassau County police say a roadway is closed in both directions due to a car fire.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Rockville Centre, NY|News|
'Drinking And Driving Ruins Lives:' Woodmere Man Pleads Guilty After Fatal Crash Killed Cousin: NCDA
A 23-year-old pleaded guilty to charges related to a fatal Rockville Centre crash that killed one passenger and injured another, NCDA says.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Farmingdale, NY|News|
Haunted Hangar Halloween Party Returns To Farmingdale With Trick-Or-Treating
Families can explore haunted warbirds, navigate a Maze of Terror, and collect candy at the American Airpower Museum this weekend.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|News|
'Sweetest Lovebug' Peaches Overlooked, Awaits Forever Home On Long Island
"We believe Peaches may be overlooked due to the stigma that unfortunately still surrounds pit bull-type dogs and black-coated dogs."
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Oyster Bay|News|
Oyster Fest Draws Thousands To Oyster Bay For Shucking, Seafood, And Shopping
From oyster plates and lobster rolls to local vendors, live music, and carnival rides, the annual festival offered something for everyone.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
New Hyde Park, NY|News|
3 Franklin Square Residents Displaced After House Fire: NCFM
About 70 firefighters brought the Barbara Boulevard blaze under control within 30 minutes, fire marshals say.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
New Hyde Park, NY|News|
Pedestrian Hospitalized, Struck By Car While Crossing Elmont Road: Police
Police say the woman was crossing near Linden Boulevard when a car struck her.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Garden City, NY|News|
Motorcyclist In Critical Condition After Hempstead Collision: Police
A 23-year-old man was hospitalized Friday night, police say.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|News|
North Shore Pharmacy Featured In Commercial + Burgerology Returns To Patchogue: LI Biz & Charity Roundup
Oyster Fest is back this weekend / New York Sports Club returns to Huntington / Long Island Children's Museum raises more than $800K
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|News|
Car Crashes Into Home At Night + Police Increase School Patrol Presence: Nassau Crime & Safety Roundup
E-bike crashes / person found on stoop unconscious after Hicksville house fire / woman charged with DWI had child in car
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Port Jefferson, NY|News|
Former Suffolk PTA Treasurer Pleads Guilty To $50K Grand Larceny: SCDA
The Centereach woman has paid back some of the money, but still owes more than $32K in restitution, prosecutors say.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
East Meadow, NY|News|
3 Hospitalized After Early-Morning East Meadow House Fire: NCFM
2 adults and 1 child were taken to Nassau University Medical Center following a fire, officials say.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Oyster Bay|News|
LI Pharmacy Featured In Ad With 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' Star Chris Briney
'TSITP' actor isn't the only star in a recent Verizon commercial — a North Shore town shines, too.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|News|
Nassau County Police Increase School Patrols After Oregon Shooting: PD
The department says there are no known threats to local schools, but the added patrols are a precaution.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Garden City, NY|News|
Uniondale Man Ejected Over E-Bike Handlebars In Crash: PD
The man sustained a head injury after hitting a curb, police say.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
