Across New York, NY|News|
Here’s How To Know If You’ve Been ‘Flocked’ In New York
What To Know About Flock License Plate Cameras In New York.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
- Levittown, NY
Tom Gambardella is a New York-based journalist covering Levittown, Long Beach, Massapequa, Merrick, Plainview, Rockville Centre and Wantagh-Seaford. Tom graduated from Northwestern University in 2022 with a Master's of Science in Journalism, served as a Staff Writer for the Rivertowns Enterprise until its closure in 2024, and wrote for the Rivertowns Dispatch from 2024 until joining Patch in 2025. When he's not covering local news on Long Island, there's a good chance Tom is baking, cooking or watching his beloved New York Football Giants. For any inquiries or tips, you can reach Tom by email at Thomas.Gambardella@Patch.com.
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Port Washington, NY|News|
Port Washington Man Facing DWI Charge After Crashing Mercedes Into Manorhaven Building: PD
A Port Washington man is accused of driving while intoxicated during a crash that sent his car through the front of a building, police say.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Syosset, NY|News|
Police Identify Syosset Man Fatally Struck By LIRR Train: MTA
Police have identified the man who died Thursday after being struck by a Long Island Railroad train.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Freeport, NY|News|
Queens Men Sentenced To 20-To-Life After Fatally Shooting Freeport Man In The Back Of The Head: DA
The men convicted of fatally shooting 24-year-old Jabeon Bivins could spend life behind bars after their sentencing, prosecutors say.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Five Towns, NY|News|
Valley Stream Senior Hospitalized After Dog Biting Incident: PD
A 75-year-old woman was hospitalized after being bitten by a dog Wednesday afternoon, police say.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Across New York, NY|News|
New Developments In Cyclospora, Salmonella Outbreaks: What To Know In NY
America's largest food distributor stopped buying iceberg lettuce from Mexico amid concerns of cyclosporiasis and salmonella contaminants.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Farmingdale, NY|News|
Bethpage Woman Avoids Disaster After Finding A Grenade In Her Basement, Police Say
A Bethpage woman was cleaning her basement Wednesday morning when she found a World War II-style grenade, police say.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Great Neck, NY|News|
Two Lanes Blocked On 495: 511
A disabled vehicle is currently blocking two lanes on I-495, per 511 data.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|News|
See Where Long Beach’s First Electric Vehicle Charging Ports Could Be Installed
The City of Long Beach approved the purchasing of EV charging stations at its Tuesday meeting, here’s where they’ll go.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Rockville Centre, NY|News|
Search On For 15-Year-Old Reported Missing In Hempstead, Police Say
Nassau County police have enlisted the public's help in the search for a 15-year-old after he was reported missing from his Hempstead home.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|News|
Long Beach Is Set To Borrow $26 Million For Capital Projects. Here’s What The Money Will Be Spent On.
The City of Long Beach approved a plan to borrow $26 million for capital projects Tuesday night. See what's on the list of expenses here.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Oyster Bay, NY|News|
Bayville Boat Driver Hospitalized After Onboard Medical Emergency: PD
A man was hospitalized Tuesday night after suffering a medical emergency while on a boat off the shores of Bayville, police say.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Merrick, NY|News|
E-Biker Hospitalized With Head Trauma After Crash In Baldwin: PD
A man was hospitalized Tuesday after he got into a crash while riding his e-bike, police say.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|News|
George Santos Paying $35K After Manipulating Betting Markets On His Own State Of The Union Attendance: Feds
George Santos will pay a $35,000 penalty after feds said he manipulated betting markets on his own State of the Union Attendance.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
New Hyde Park, NY|News|
Gillen Announces $250K For Floral Park FD To Purchase Hook-And-Ladder Truck
Congresswoman Laura Gillen announced $250,000 in federal funding had been allocated to Floral Park Fire Department to purchase a new truck.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Rockville Centre, NY|News|
Mount Sinai South Nassau Earns Top Marks In 9 Specialty Areas From U.S. News
Oceanside’s Mount Sinai South Nassau hospital received nine “high performing" accolades from U.S. News & World Report Tuesday.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Merrick, NY|News|
Baldwin Beach Club Property Cleared For Demolition As Neighbors Wonder What Comes Next
Baldwin Harbor residents called for the Town of Hempstead to act on the abandoned Oakwood Beach Club property at Tuesday’s town meeting.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
New Hyde Park, NY|News|
Disney On Ice Returns To UBS Arena, Here’s When You Can Get Tickets
Disney On Ice is returning to UBS Arena with what’s being billed as the biggest cast of characters in the show's history.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|News|
ICE Can Wear Masks, Can't Deputize Local Police, Judge Rules
An Albany judge upheld Kathy Hochul's ban on Section 287(g) agreements Monday, but put an injunction on a masking ban for ICE agents.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Five Towns, NY|News|
Two-Alarm Fire Damages Lawrence Pizzeria: NCFM
A pizzeria in Lawrence was the site of a two-alarm fire early Tuesday morning, with 150 firefighters called to respond, officials say.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
