Hello Nassau! Let’s Talk What’s New & What’s Next
Today we’re following $509,499 in federal funding for Nassau’s emergency-response equipment and staffing. There’s a hometown music milestone in Mineola, a retail plan for Hewlett and a bigger brewery space taking shape in West Hempstead. Plus, a library-card guide and a few local plans for the days ahead.
In today’s edition:
🚒 $509,499 for Nassau fire vehicles, safety and staffing
🎺 Mineola’s London invitation and Hewlett’s next retail chapter
🍺 Somerset’s expansion and a Nassau library resource
🎃 Free family fall fun, Spooky Fest, live music and hockey
— Janine, Mo and Nick
🚒 $509,499 for Nassau’s Emergency Response
Banner: Bellerose Terrace Fire Department. Shows existing apparatus, not new grant-funded purchases.
Four Nassau fire departments have been awarded a combined $509,499 in federal funding for vehicles, operations, safety and volunteer staffing. It is a public investment in the equipment and people behind local emergency response.
Inwood: $220,476 toward new vehicles.
Stewart Manor: $119,500 for volunteer recruitment and retention.
Bellerose Terrace: $96,666 for operations and safety.
Lawrence-Cedarhurst: $72,857 for operations and safety.
The awards come through FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters and SAFER programs. They support future purchases and staffing efforts; they do not mean every upgrade has already been completed.
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In partnership with Empire Medical Wellness
Around Nassau
🎺 Mineola’s Mustangs Are Invited to London
Mineola High School’s marching band has been invited to the 2028 London New Year’s Day Parade. Five parade officials travelled to Mineola to present the invitation in person.
The district’s Wind Ensemble was also selected for a gala concert during the festival week. It is a hometown milestone worth celebrating as students prepare for an international stage.
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🛍️ Hewlett’s Old King Kullen Has a New Tenant
The former King Kullen at 1765 Peninsula Boulevard is set for a different kind of shopping. Savers has leased the 26,895-square-foot supermarket space, plus the former bank building next door.
The plan: Secondhand clothing and household goods.
Opening target: The second quarter of 2027.
Still undecided: What the separate bank building will become.
A familiar Five Towns retail corner now has a next chapter. The opening is planned, so this is one to watch for next year.
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Local Updates & Useful Resources
🍺 Somerset Plans a Bigger West Hempstead Home
Somerset Brewing is preparing a roughly 5,000-square-foot space on Cherry Valley Avenue, more than twice the size of its current home. The plans include a full restaurant, a larger brewhouse and a patio.
The existing taproom at 94C Cherry Valley Avenue continues operating while the move is prepared. Check the brewery’s current updates before assuming the new space is open.
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📚 Your Nassau Library Card Starts Close to Home
For most Nassau residents, a library card comes from the library serving the district or village where you live or own property.
The Nassau Library System’s guide helps you find the right library. Ask that library what identification it needs and which borrowing or digital services your card includes. This is a standing community resource.
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RESTAURANT SPOTLIGHT Copperhill • Williston Park Photo: Copperhill website. Copperhill offers a modern American dinner menu in Williston Park, with shareable snacks, seafood and meat-free choices. It also serves Sunday brunch. A few menu highlights
Find it: 234 Hillside Avenue, Williston Park Menu offerings, prices and hours may change. Check the restaurant’s current menu before booking.
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What’s Happening in Nassau
October 21–25 • Four local picks for the days ahead.
⭐ Featured Event Family Fall & Halloween FestivalSaturday, October 24 | |
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1–4 PM | Marjorie R. Post Community Park, 451 Unqua Road, Massapequa Enjoy a children’s pumpkin patch, Halloween hayride, games, giveaways and inflatables. Free admission; food costs extra. Costumes encouraged; rain or shine.
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Music & Shows
- Story Of A Song — An Unplugged ’90s Experience | Thursday, October 22
8 PM | Mulcahy’s Pub & Concert Hall, Wantagh
Hear acoustic performances and song stories from members of Nine Days, The Verve Pipe, Wheatus and Spin Doctors. Doors 6 PM; ages 18+. Details →
Sports & Fitness
- New York Islanders Vs. Los Angeles Kings | Thursday, October 22
7:30 PM | UBS Arena, Elmont
Head to UBS Arena as the Islanders face the Los Angeles Kings. Details →
Halloween & Fall
- Spooky Fest | October 23–25
6–9 PM | Tanglewood Preserve, 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre
Enjoy an enchanted forest walk, crafts, face painting and Halloween music. Non-scary tickets $22; an upgraded ticket adds scarier attractions. Details →
More plans for October 19–25
Explore the full 516 Update weekly guide for more Nassau festivals, live music, comedy, sports and family outings.
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All times are local. Check organizer pages for tickets, fees, registration and schedule or weather updates.
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