🌊 $109.6M Boost for Nassau Medical Center

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🏥 Nassau Medical Center Gets $109.6M Boost
New Upscale Indian Spot Opens in Hicksville
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🏥 Nassau Medical Center Gets $109.6M Boost

Nassau University Medical Center is receiving $109.6 million in state funding to help cover its deficit. This money will support hospital operations and keep essential healthcare services running for Nassau County residents. The financial help comes at a critical time for the struggling medical center.

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516 Update Community Guide

Discover budgeting tips, grants, and a step-by-step path for a first-time home buyer on Long Island to navigate Nassau and Suffolk markets with confidence.

🍛 New Upscale Indian Spot Opens in Hicksville

Bhaijaan Indian restaurant just opened in Hicksville, completely transforming the old Trullo D'Oro location into a sleek, stylish dining space. It's part of a wave of high-end Indian restaurants popping up across Long Island. Expect rich flavors and a fresh atmosphere.

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🌤️ WeatherWatch

🌦️ Wednesday, February 11
High: 41°F | Low: 31°F
💧 52% chance — light snow early, then morning clouds take over

🌦️ Thursday, February 12
High: 37°F | Low: 25°F
💧 5% chance — afternoon clouds, but the day stays mostly dry

Lost 4 Toys has been a collector-run pop culture shop in Garden City South, NY since 2001. If you’re hunting for a new release or a hard-to-find gem, it’s the kind of store where the staff actually knows the hobby and treats collectors well. The shop stocks a wide mix of fandom collectibles, and they’re regularly out at comic shows across the East Coast, too. Visit them at 267 Nassau Blvd (Tue to Sun, closed Mondays, with late hours on Thursdays) or browse upcoming events at lost4toys.com

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