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Phil Rosenthal, creator of the hit show “Everybody Loves Raymond,” held a question-and-answer session for Merrick residents at Temple Beth Am, and then signed autographs.

‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ creator stops by Temple Beth Am

Phil Rosenthal, creator of the hit CBS sitcom “Everybody Loves Raymond,” stopped by Temple Beth Am of Merrick-Bellmore on May 6 for a special fundraiser. His show, starring comedian Ray Romano, ran for nearly a decade, from 1996 to 2005. Though the show was primarily filmed in a studio in California, it was set in Lynbrook. more

By David Weingrad | 5/9/12

Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano recently announced his intent to pursue a public-private partnership to operate and maintain the county’s three sewage treatment plants.

County weighs leasing the sewer system

Facing a $3 billion debt, Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano recently announced his intent to pursue a public-private partnership to operate and maintain the county’s three sewage treatment plants. At a news conference in Mineola on Thursday, Mangano, a Republican from Bethpage, said the transaction would earn the county $750 million, alleviating 25 percent of Nassau’s debt –– the highest of any county in New York. more

By David Weingrad | 5/5/12

North Merrick gets aid increase, saving jobs

The North Merrick School District was able to save staff positions originally intended to be cut or reduced after receiving additional state aid, according to Superintendent David Feller. more

By David Weingrad | 5/4/12

Brian Schneider, deputy commissioner of the county’s Department of Public Works, chatted with south Merrick residents at Cammans Pond during the walkthrough.

South Merrick residents speak out during walkthrough

Members of the South Merrick Community Civic Association recently strolled along Merrick Road on a sunny Wednesday afternoon as part of the association’s Merrick Road Improvement Committee walkthrough. The walk’s purpose was to pinpoint streets and sidewalks that might require improvement. more

By David Weingrad | 5/4/12

Herald file photo County Attorney John Ciampoli is accusing the Democratic caucus, led by Kevan Abrahams, above, of criminal misconduct. Democrats say the charge is a “desperate attempt” to deflect attention from County Executive Ed Mangano’s borrowing practices.

County attorney charges misconduct by lawmakers

Nassau County Attorney John Ciampoli is alleging criminal misconduct by the nine members of the County Legislature’s Democratic caucus, and has asked District Attorney Kathleen Rice to look into the matter. Democrats, meanwhile, say Ciampoli is playing a dangerous game of partisan politics to cover up county borrowing to fill multi-million-dollar budget gaps. more

By David Weingrad | 5/3/12

The intersection of Merrick Avenue and Old Mill Road, where a crossing guard was struck by a vehicle on Wednesday morning.

Crossing guard in serious but stable condition after struck on Merrick Ave.

A female crossing guard was struck by a vehicle while she was on duty at the corner of Merrick Avenue and Old Mill Road at 8:17 a.m. on May 2, according to Nassau County police. Officials at Nassau University Medical Center say she is in serious but stable condition after undergoing surgery on Wednesday to repair a broken leg. more

By David Weingrad | 5/2/12

Merrick Chamber of Commerce Vice President Ira Reiter, bottom left, President Randy Shotland, bottom right, and Co-Vice President Susan Helsinger, top row, second from left, with actors from the Merrick Theatre at the 13th annual Kid Fest, sponsored by the chamber.

Smiles all around at Merrick Chamber's Kid Fest

The 13th annual Merrick Kid Fest filled downtown Merrick with smiles and laughter as hundreds of children came for two days of games, rides and fair food this past weekend. more

By David Weingrad | 5/2/12

Amy Bennett took first place in the women’s 5K in a time of 20 minutes, 10 seconds.

Robbie's Run brings people together

The seventh annual Robbie’s Run was the biggest ever, attracting 1,700 runners between its three races. That’s 200 more participants than ever before, said Jill Levine, founder of Forever Nine–The Robbie Levine Foundation, which sponsors the event. more

By David Weingrad | 5/2/12

There have been reports of employers asking people for their Facebook login information. Facebook advises users not to comply with those requests.

Elected officials seek to protect online privacy

Be careful what you put on Facebook, because any information you list may be fair game for a company to review when it interviews you for a job. more

By David Weingrad | 4/27/12

The Athletics were among the hundreds of children who took part in the North Bellmore-North Merrick Little League’s parade to kick off the 2012 season in style.

North Bellmore-North Merrick Little League celebrates opening day

Local streets were full of young athletes, coaches and parents as they joined together to kick off the North Bellmore-North Merrick Little League’s 2012 season last Saturday. more

By David Weingrad, dweingrad@liherald.com | 4/26/12

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