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🌊Great Neck Housing: $50M Renovation Planned

đź’° Health Foundation Grants $16M to LI Nonprofits

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516 Update
February 20, 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:
The Town of Hempstead lists Birdsall House as a designated landmark.

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Today’s Edition: 
🏢 Great Neck Housing Gets $50M Makeover
đź’° Health Foundation Grants $16M to LI Nonprofits
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

Happy wedding anniversary, Michael D. and Erin M., hope you take the night off and celebrate the life you’ve built without distractions. - Sandeep P.

Happy birthday, Amir H., I hope you get time to breathe and a year with fewer headaches. - Saoirse N.

Happy anniversary, Raj S. and Anjali G., hope the next year brings more ease and fewer stressful weeks. - Elena K.

🏢 Great Neck Housing Gets $50M Makeover

A Glen Cove developer is investing nearly $50 million to renovate the aging senior housing at Bridgman Hall in Great Neck. This project marks the property's first major update in almost 50 years, ensuring modern standards for long-time residents.

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516 Update Community Guide

Explore summer camp cost in Nassau County with quick insights on typical prices, fees, and smart budget tips for Garden City and Merrick.

đź’° Health Foundation Grants $16M to LI Nonprofits

The Mother Cabrini Health Foundation awarded $16 million to 32 Long Island nonprofits, including organizations in Nassau County. The funding will expand healthcare access, mental health services, and workforce support programs. This money helps address basic needs and strengthens community support systems across the region.

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🌤️ WeatherWatch

🌧️❄️ Friday, Feb 20
High: 38° | Low: 33°
đź’§ 72% chance - Rain or snow. Messy mix potential (watch for slush).

🌧️❄️ Saturday, Feb 21
High: 41° | Low: 34°
đź’§ 43% chance - Rain or snow lingering. Roads could be gross early.

🌧️❄️ Sunday, Feb 22
High: 38° | Low: 31°
đź’§ 33% chance - Still in the rain/snow zone. Keep plans flexible.

New in Jericho: Waxing the City at Jericho Commons

Waxing the City has opened a new studio in Jericho Commons, offering facial and body waxing plus brow, lash, and skincare services. The shop opened in mid-January and marked the launch with a chamber ribbon cutting on January 30, 2026. It’s an option for people who want a more polished, spa-like setup instead of a bare-bones wax spot.

Address: 515 N Broadway, Jericho. Phone: (516) 822-0980.

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🎉 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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From live music to local sports, fairs to fundraisers—if it’s happening in Nassau, we want to share it with our readers!
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