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🌊 East Meadow Schools Face $71.5M Bond Vote
More dining options arrive as the plaza reaches full buildout.
516 Update
February 19, 2026
Hello Nassau! Let’s Talk What’s New & What’s Next
As the weekend starts to come into focus, new updates continue to roll in across Nassau County. Today’s issue highlights what’s unfolding locally and what you may want to plan around, whether you’re looking ahead a few days or just staying informed.
Fun Fact Spotlight:
Denton Homestead in East Rockaway entered the National Register of Historic Places on November 12, 2014.
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Today’s Edition:
🗳️ East Meadow Schools Face $71.5M Bond Vote
☕ Hicksville's Food Plaza Opens with New Cafe
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!
Happy birthday, Isa, hope your day is simple, fun, and stress-free.
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🗳️ East Meadow Schools Face $71.5M Bond Vote
On March 5, East Meadow voters will decide on a $71.5 million bond to upgrade school facilities district-wide. The funds would go toward security enhancements, athletic facilities, and performing arts spaces across all buildings. If approved, homeowners would see their annual tax bill increase by about $31.86.
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☕ Hicksville's Food Plaza Opens with New Cafe
Cross Street Cafe has opened its doors, completing Hicksville's all-food plaza at 83 Woodbury Road. The new spot adds more dining choices for locals and visitors. It's part of a push to bring fresh energy to Hicksville's commercial area.
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Border Exception Pick: Georgio’s Coffee Roasters
Georgio’s is a true roaster storefront, not a “cute cafe that also sells beans.” Start with a cortado or cappuccino to test the espresso, then grab a single origin drip to taste the roast style clean. If you’re buying beans, ask what was roasted most recently and start there. It’s a great stop when you want freshness and variety more than seating and vibes.
1965 New Hwy, Farmingdale.
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🌤️ WeatherWatch
☁️ Thursday, February 19
High: 38°F | Low: 33°F
💧 5% chance — cloudy, essentially dry
🌧️ Friday, February 20
High: 39°F | Low: 33°F
💧 82% chance — rain likely, wet conditions most of the day
🎉 WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK IN
NASSAU COUNTY
🌦 Rain or shine, Nassau is full of things to do!
From local fairs to live music and community events, there’s always something happening across the county. Grab your calendar — and maybe an umbrella — and see what’s coming up this week 👇
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