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🌊 Hempstead’s $23M apartment makeover and Hicksville’s newest Indian opening

A major renovation plan for a 420-unit Hempstead property, and a new Indian opening that leans into retro style without losing the classics.

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516 Update
February 06, 2026

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🏢 Hempstead Apartments Getting $23M Makeover
New Indian Spot Brings Retro Vibes to Hicksville
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🏢 Hempstead Apartments Getting $23M Makeover

A NYC real estate firm just bought the 420-unit building at 100 Terrace Ave. and plans major renovations. The upgrades will improve living spaces and amenities for residents, giving a nice boost to Hempstead's housing scene.

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🍛 New Indian Spot Brings Retro Vibes to Hicksville

Hicksville just got a fresh dining option with a new Indian restaurant mixing traditional dishes and throwback decor. The menu covers classic Indian cuisine while the atmosphere leans into a fun, nostalgic vibe. If you're looking for something different to try in Nassau County, this place might be worth checking out.

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🌦️ Friday, February 6
High: 36°F | Low: 29°F
💧 52% chance — mixed precipitation with a “make up your mind” forecast

🌦️ Saturday, February 7
High: 36°F | Low: 21°F
💧 52% chance — light snow and cloudy skies, winter staying clingy

🌦️ Sunday, February 8
High: 29°F | Low: 19°F
💧 40% chance — light snow late, mostly cloudy all day

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A new barbershop has opened in Great Neck Plaza. Alek’s Barbershop on Welwyn Road is run by Abraham Kalantarov, a barber with 18 years of experience who says the job is as much about trust and conversation as it is about the cut. After years in tailoring and a career restart in the U.S., he built a loyal client base and recently moved the shop to Great Neck for a shorter commute and a community that fits his Shabbat schedule.

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