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After nearly 30 years of serving the Merrick community, the Outback Steakhouse in the Merrick Mall abruptly closed its doors just one day after a bustling Fall Festival weekend, leaving employees to relocate and residents shocked by the sudden loss of a longtime neighborhood staple.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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11/7/25
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A 14-year-old boy riding an e-bike was struck and killed by an SUV Thursday morning at the intersection of Alice Avenue and Bellmore Avenue in North Bellmore, police said, adding that the driver remained at the scene and the investigation is ongoing.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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11/6/25
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Republicans maintained control in Nassau County on Election Night, with County Executive Bruce Blakeman, Town of Hempstead Supervisor John Ferretti, District Attorney Anne Donnelly, Comptroller Elaine Phillips, Clerk Maureen O’Connell, and Legislator Michael Giangregorio all winning re-election on platforms emphasizing public safety, fiscal discipline and suburban quality of life.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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11/5/25
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A newly renovated turf field at Seamans Neck Park in Seaford was dedicated to the late Hempstead Town Councilman Chris Carini on Oct. 19, honoring his decades of public service, community leadership, and lasting commitment to improving local parks and youth sports.
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By Charles Shaw
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10/31/25
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Temple Beth Am — founded in 1950 and now marking its 75th anniversary — continues to thrive as a Reform Jewish congregation in Merrick and Bellmore by fostering enduring leadership, community unity, and a welcoming spirit that bridges tradition with modern Jewish life.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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10/31/25
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Downtown Merrick came alive with autumn excitement Oct. 24–26 as thousands attended the Chamber of Commerce’s annual fall festival and street fair, featuring vendors, live music, carnival rides, and community fun supporting local programs and traditions.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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10/31/25
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Bellmore-Merrick residents safely disposed of more than 400 pounds of unused and expired medications during the annual “Shed the Meds” collection event at Brookside School on Oct. 25, part of a decade-long community effort to prevent drug misuse and protect the environment.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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10/31/25
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Calhoun High School’s On Tour Company opened its 2025-26 season with a modern take on Shakespeare’s “As You Like It,” reimagining the classic comedy in early 20th-century New England through an intimate, student-driven production.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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10/31/25
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The Paddy Power Pub in Merrick was packed with music, laughter, and generosity on Oct. 17, as a Beatles-themed fundraiser raised $2,700 for Hewlett House, supporting cancer patients and families through the leadership of advocate Geri Barish.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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10/31/25
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Merrick’s neighborhoods came alive this Halloween season with dazzling, themed home displays — from glowing inflatables and haunted lawns to creative charity tie-ins — showcasing the community’s blend of imagination, fun, and festive spirit.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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10/24/25
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