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Happy Thursday, Nassau County!
The weekend is coming into view, but there’s still plenty happening around the county before we get there.
Take a quick breather, settle in, and let’s get into today’s local updates.
In Today’s 516 Update:
🌊 Molloy University Cracks TIME’s National Top 100
🌊 Nassau Police Welcome Bethpage Students Back to School
🌊 Hempstead Continues Free Narcan Training
— Janine, Mo and Nick
Molloy University Lands in TIME's Top 100 Colleges Nationwide
Rockville Centre's Molloy University has earned a spot among the country's top 100 colleges in a new national ranking.
Molloy ranked No. 85 on TIME's America's Best Colleges 2026-2027 list, making it one of only 14 New York institutions in the Top 100. According to the university, it is the only Long Island college or university to make the list's Top 100.
The ranking evaluates colleges using student outcomes, the learning environment and attractiveness to students. Student outcomes account for 75 percent of the overall score and include factors such as graduation rates, graduate earnings and economic value added.
Molloy received an overall score of 79.93.
The recognition gives a Nassau County university national visibility for measures tied heavily to what happens to students after they enroll and graduate.
Original source: Molloy University. Published September 2, 2026. Greater Long Island also reported the ranking September 3.
Nassau Police Welcome Bethpage Students Back to School
Students at JFK Middle School in Bethpage got a special welcome as Nassau County police visited during the first week of the new school year.
Officers came to the school Wednesday as part of the department's effort to connect with students, parents and school communities as classes resume.
Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder said the department makes student and parent engagement an annual part of its back-to-school work.
The focus goes beyond a first-day greeting. Officials said maintaining relationships between students and law enforcement helps build trust and supports public-safety efforts throughout the year.
Original source: ABC7 New York. Published September 2, 2026.
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Free Narcan Training Continues Across Hempstead Town
Town of Hempstead residents have several more opportunities this month to receive free training in how to respond to an opioid overdose.
The town's Narcan program teaches participants how to recognize an overdose, administer Narcan and contact emergency personnel. Participants can also receive a Narcan certification and kit.
Sessions were held September 1 and September 3, but the program continues with additional classes scheduled during September, including September 10 at Hempstead Town Hall, September 14 at Salisbury Park Drive Ballfields, September 17 at East Rockaway Public Library and September 29 at Merrick Golf Course.
Registration is required.
The continuing schedule gives residents multiple local opportunities to learn an emergency-response skill that can be used before professional help arrives.
Original source: Town of Hempstead.
🌤️ WeatherWatch
Thursday, September 10
High: 83°F | Low: 71°F
🌥️ Warm with increasing clouds and a late shower possible
Friday, September 11
High: 77°F | Low: 65°F
☀️ Mostly sunny and cooler
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Nassau Events Today & Tomorrow
From live music and a western-themed gathering to Friday’s community commemoration, here’s what’s happening across Nassau County.
An Evening with Celtic Thunder
Thu, September 10 | 8:00 PM
Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair, Westbury
Celtic Thunder performs fan favorites as part of its 2026 concert program.
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This Ain’t Our First Rodeo
6:00 PM | Cosentino Center Long Island, Hicksville
A free western-themed community gathering with music, activities, and entertainment through 9:00 PM.
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An Evening with Celtic Thunder
8:00 PM | Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair, Westbury
Celtic Thunder performs fan favorites as part of its 2026 concert program.
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Groovin at Palmer’s American Grille
6:30 PM | Palmer’s American Grille, Farmingdale
Enjoy an evening of live music at the Farmingdale restaurant.
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25th Anniversary of September 11 Lighthouse Commemoration
7:00 PM | Bayview Circle, Freeport
The community gathers at Freeport’s September 11 memorial lighthouse for a 25th-anniversary remembrance.
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Wisdom of Wild Places: A Yoga Journey
7:00 PM | 9 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay
A one-hour guided yoga experience inspired by the earth, nature, and the outdoors.
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Songs From the Heart: Gio and Braedyn
7:00 PM | Governor’s at The Brokerage, Bellmore
Gio and Braedyn present an intimate evening of live music.
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Jason Aldean: Songs About Us Tour
7:30 PM | Northwell at Jones Beach Theater, Wantagh
Jason Aldean headlines an outdoor country concert with Chase Matthew, Mackenzie Carpenter, and Dee Jay Silver.
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Electric Dudes at Charlotte’s Speakeasy
7:30 PM | Charlotte’s Speakeasy, Farmingdale
The Electric Dudes return for a live jazz and popular-music set through 10:30 PM.
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Obey Your Master and Disciple of the Garden
8:00 PM | Mulcahy’s Pub and Concert Hall, Wantagh
A Metallica tribute shares the bill with a tribute to Chris Cornell, Soundgarden, and Audioslave.
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