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Merrick Road was the third deadliest road, with seven fatalities. Above, Merrick Road in Merrick

Once again, L.I. roads make deadliest list

Roughly 200 pedestrians were killed on Long Island streets from 2010 to 2012, according to “The Region’s Most Dangerous Roads for Walking,” a report produced by the Tri-State Transportation Campaign, a non-profit organization committed to decreasing pedestrian fatalities. Eighty-eight died on Nassau County streets. more

By Kimberly Charles | 5/15/14

Potholes still remain four months after this year’s winter and road crews continue to repair holes.

Town, state smooth over rough patches

After braving a merciless winter, which closed out last month with four consecutive snowstorms and a record number of potholes, motorists across Nassau County are still hoping to end a rough commute … more

By Emily Webb | 4/22/14

Construction of a bike path along Merrick Avenue — Eisenhower Park's Western boundary — began in May.

Bike path coming to Merrick Avenue

Bicycling around central Nassau County will soon become a bit more convenient, as work is under way on a bike path along the east side of Merrick Avenue, bordering Eisenhower Park, that will connect two existing paths nearby. more

By David Weingrad | 7/31/13

Donovan Berthoud/Herald A fence is being installed in the median on Hempstead Turnpike in East Meadow, directly in front of the Nassau University Medical Center.

Turnpike fence draws concerns

Workers from the state’s Department of Transportation are building a fence in the center median of Hempstead Turnpike, approximately 1,000 feet long, between Carman and Franklin avenues. more

By David Weingrad | 1/24/13

Crossing guard Patricia Erath stopped traffic as East Meadow High School students crossed Hempstead Turnpike.

Turnpike gets safety upgrades

Many East Meadow High School students must cross Hempstead Turnpike — one of the deadliest roadways in Nassau County — on their way to school. more

By Shannon Koehle and Deirdre Krasula | 9/27/12

Chris Mollish crosses when he sees a break in the traffic.

Dept. of Transportation plans to make Hempstead Tpk. safer for pedestrians

Between January 2008 and December 2011, there were 326 motor vehicle accidents involving pedestrians along Hempstead Turnpike, and 20 of those incidents were fatal. In March, the New York State … more

By Deirdre Krasula | 9/26/12

Taking the bus? First, do some research.

Whether you’re rich or poor, live in the city or suburbs or are young or old, at one time or another you’ll ride on a bus of some kind. more

6/14/12

Crews worked on the Newbridge Road reconfiguration project on Tuesday afternoon, near the intersection of Seventh Street.

Newbridge Road project begins, could be done by Friday

Work has begun on Newbridge Road, and it could be completed before you read this story. more

Mike Caputo | 8/11/10

The state Department of Transportation plans to make changes to Newbridge Road that are aimed at curtailing speeding.

A ‘road diet’ for Newbridge Road in East Meadow

Newbridge Road is set to undergo a facelift in August. On July 23, the state Department of Transportation confirmed its plans to implement “traffic-calming measures” on … more

Mike Caputo | 7/28/10

The state Department of Transportation plans to make changes to Newbridge Road that are aimed at curtailing speeding issues.

A new look for Newbridge Road?

Plans are in the works to reconfigure Newbridge Road in East Meadow, a stretch known for speeding and high accident rates. In 2009, the state Department of Motor Vehicles reported six … more

Mike Caputo | 6/9/10

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