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π HALLOWEEN WEEK IN NASSAU
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Adelphiβs rooftop solar array is producing power in Garden City, with the university projecting about $600,000 in savings over 20 years. We also cover freight upgrades, Mercyβs sensory room and Cheesecake Factoryβs planned December 15 opening at Green Acres.
In todayβs edition:
π° Adelphi projects about $600K in solar savings over 20 years
π A sensory room supports Mercyβs Garden City recovery program
$10.9M for cleaner freight locomotives on a network serving Nassau
Cheesecake Factory sets December 15 for Green Acres
π Costume photos, Oyster Bayβs Ghost Walk and weekend science
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β Adelphi Projects $600K in Solar Savings Over 20 Years
Photo: Adelphi University. Solar panels on the Center for Recreation and Sports.
Adelphi Universityβs new rooftop solar array is now producing power in Garden City. The university projects approximately $600,000 in savings over its 20-year agreement with Greenskies Clean Energy.
The 546-panel, 295-kilowatt system sits on the Center for Recreation and Sports. Greenskies owns and operates the array, and Adelphi buys its electricity at a discounted rate compared with standard utility pricing.
The project grew out of a required roof replacement. The solar infrastructure itself required no upfront capital investment from the university. The $600,000 figure is a long-term savings projection; the roof replacement was a separate capital expense.
Source: Adelphi University.
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The Popcorn Brand Turning Heads and Raising Capital
What does it look like when a consumer brand starts to break out?
Popsmith generated $5.8M in revenue in 2025 and is projecting $9M in 2026, with more than 100,000 customers and $20M+ in lifetime sales.
The brand has already earned national recognition through Oprahβs Favorite Things and partnerships with Costco, Sur La Table, and Williams Sonoma, where Popsmith is rolling out nationwide this holiday season.
Now Popsmith is raising capital to accelerate its next stage of growth, and individual investors have the opportunity to become shareholders.
Around Nassau
π₯ Mercy Adds a Sensory Room for PROS Participants
Photo: Catholic Health. Ribbon cutting for Mercyβs PROS sensory room.
Mercy Hospitalβs Personalized Recovery Oriented Services program in Garden City has opened a sensory room funded by the New York State Office of Mental Health. The new space gives program participants a place to practice grounding and relaxation as part of their recovery work.
Soft lighting, calming sounds, tactile materials and gentle movement support the programβs existing treatment, rehabilitation and independence-building activities. Participants can explore which sensory experiences help them feel grounded and practice coping skills they can use in daily life. Access is through the PROS program. For information about the program and participation, call 516-632-7980.
Source: Catholic Health.
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Local Updates & Useful Resources
$10.9M for Cleaner Freight on a Network Serving Nassau
New York & Atlantic Railway is upgrading four freight locomotives with $10.9 million in funding for cleaner Tier 4 diesel technology. The railway runs freight on Long Island Rail Road-owned tracks, and its network includes a public loading facility at 497 John Street in Hicksville. The investment supports cleaner engines on a freight network serving Nassau businesses. A completion date for all four upgrades remains unconfirmed.
Sources: Anacostia Rail Holdings (company summary); Long Island Business News (original report).
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π€οΈ WeatherWatchNassau County, NY
Sun through high clouds, with a high of 62Β°F and an overnight low of 52Β°F. Source: Current Nassau County weather forecast, checked October 27, 2026.
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FEATURED RESTAURANT β’ COMING SOON Coming December 15: Cheesecake Factory at Green Acres | |
 Company-supplied food photo, courtesy of The Cheesecake Factory. The Green Acres restaurant is scheduled to open December 15. | |
The Cheesecake Factory is scheduled to open its Green Acres restaurant on Tuesday, December 15, at 2034 Green Acres Road in Valley Stream. The restaurant is recruiting more than 285 people, including servers, bartenders, cooks and bakery staff. The menu will have more than 250 selections and over 30 cheesecake varieties. Job applications are already open ahead of the planned opening. Original reporting: Greater Long Island. Official opening details: The Cheesecake Factory (location page).
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Whatβs Happening in Nassau
October 28βNovember 1 β’ Halloween week: three local picks for the days ahead.
FEATURED HALLOWEEN EVENT West End Family Costume PartyThursday, October 29 | |
6β8 PM | Long Beach Library, West End Branch, 903 West Beech Street Children can wear costumes for a Polaroid photo and decorate a magnetic frame to take it home. Register for headcount; drop-ins are welcome.
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More Local Outings
- Oyster Bay Ghost Walk & Dance Party | Friday, October 30
6β8:30 PM | Starts at Oyster Bay High School, 150 East Main Street, Oyster Bay
Wear costumes and bring lanterns for a parade ending with music and dancing at the Derby-Hall bandstand in Townsend Park. Pets are welcome; food and drinks are sold. Check the Ghost Walk route β - STEM-X Festival | SaturdayβSunday, October 31βNovember 1
10 AMβ3 PM | Cradle of Aviation Museum, Garden City
Hands-on science and demonstrations. Free admission; advance registration required through the organizer. Tickets are not issued through the museum. Check festival registration details β
More plans for October 26βNovember 1
Explore the full 516 Update weekly guide for more Nassau festivals, live music, comedy, sports and family outings.
| See the full weekly events guide β |
All times are Eastern. Check organizer pages for ticket availability, fees, registration and schedule or weather updates.
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