🌊Medical Waste Firm Invests $6.7M in Old Bethpage, NetCost Market Opens in Hewlett

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Victorian-era homes on Long Island were built with features ideal for winter: steep roofs to shed snow, thick plaster walls for insulation, and fireplaces or wood stoves in multiple rooms — all standard architectural practices of the late 19th century.

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🏥 Medical Waste Firm Invests $6.7M in Long Island Facility
🛒 New Grocery Store Brings International Flavors to Hewlett
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

🏥 Medical Waste Firm Invests $6.7M in Long Island Facility

Daniels Health bought a 23,159-square-foot industrial building in Old Bethpage for $6.69 million, marking its first Long Island location. The company handles medical waste, sharps, and hazardous materials for health systems like Stony Brook Medicine. The move brings services closer to local healthcare providers and should create new jobs.

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516 Update Community Guide

Explore the types of publicly accessible indoor spaces maintained by Nassau County and towns and discover nearby facilities open to residents.

🛒 New Grocery Store Brings International Flavors to Hewlett

NetCost Market opened its first Long Island location in Hewlett, offering 30,000 square feet of international foods and fresh produce. The store at 1300 Broadway created about 100 local jobs and features competitive prices. The company plans more New York locations as it grows its footprint.

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🌤️ WeatherWatch

☀️ Friday, January 16
High: 39°F | Low: 33°F
💧 5% chance — sunny but chilly, UV moderate

🌥️ Saturday, January 17
High: 37°F | Low: 30°F
💧 52% chance — increasing cloud cover

🌨️➡️🌧️ Sunday, January 18
High: 40°F | Low: 30°F
💧 61% chance — snow changing to rain, overcast

A Taste of Timeless Bombay: Bhaijaan in Hicksville

Step through the doors of Bhaijaan, and you're stepping into 1960s Bombay—where every dish tells a story and every detail whispers nostalgia. With its sultry lighting, thoughtful small plates, and cocktails infused with Indian flair, Bhaijaan is more than a restaurant—it’s a beautifully curated experience. Whether you're savoring Black Garlic Chicken Tikka or sipping something spiced at the bar, it’s a place where the past and present meet in perfect harmony.

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