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🏥 Long Island Healthcare Excellence: 13 Hospitals Score Perfect Safety Grades

Local hospitals just got their report cards, and the news is great! 13 hospitals across Long Island received "A" grades from the Leapfrog Group, showing they're doing an amazing job keeping patients safe.

Seven Northwell Health locations, including Glen Cove and Huntington Hospital, made the list. Catholic Health had three winners with St. Francis Hospital leading the pack. NYU Langone and Stony Brook University hospitals also got top marks.

These grades come from looking at 30 different safety measures. It's like a super-detailed check-up for hospitals, making sure they're doing everything right to keep patients healthy and safe.

Dr. Jill Kalman from Northwell Health says it best: "Patient quality and safety is our top priority." And she's right - these grades mean Long Islanders can feel good about their local healthcare choices.

🌟 Celebrity Night at Viscardi: Stars Unite for Disability Support

The Viscardi Center in Albertson, NY turned into a star-studded venue on April 30, 2025. Big names from TV, sports, and Broadway came together to help raise money for people with disabilities. The night was filled with fun performances and lots of good energy.

The guests could see bright banners everywhere and feel the buzz of excitement in the air. Everyone was there for one reason - to support the great work the Viscardi Center does. Local celebrities showed up in full force, making the night extra special for everyone there.

What made this event really special was how it brought Nassau County together. When local stars use their fame to support good causes, it helps spread the word about helping others. The money raised will help the Viscardi Center keep doing their amazing work.

"It's incredible to see so many people come together for such an important cause," said the Viscardi Center Executive Director. The night showed that when people work together, they can make real changes in their community.

🏢 Amazon's Next Big Move: Mall Makeover in Massapequa

Amazon has its sights set on a new home at Sunrise Mall in Massapequa. They're looking to buy 26.7 acres of the mostly empty shopping center to build a distribution hub. The mall's been pretty quiet lately, with Dick's Sporting Goods as its last standing store.

The Nassau County Planning Commission just gave the thumbs up to split the property into four parts.

Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino seems happy about it. "We're getting jobs and tax money without putting extra stress on our schools and roads," he says. This could be good news for local job hunters.

The locals have mixed feelings though. Some are excited about the jobs, while others worry about trucks and noise in their neighborhood. The mall's been around since 1973, and now it's getting ready for its next chapter.

The project is still in its early stages, with more approvals needed before any construction starts. The community's keeping a close eye on how things develop.

NEWSBites

Blue Ribbons Show Support for Police 👮

Oyster Bay's new "Back the Blue" campaign kicks off to thank local police officers. The town invites everyone to join in showing appreciation for those who protect our community. Watch for upcoming events to show your support!

Community Walks for Autism Awareness 💙

Baldwin Harbor Park came alive as One Happy Place held its fifth annual Autism Awareness Walk on April 27. The event brought neighbors together to support families and celebrate our community's diversity.

🌤️ WeatherWatch

🌧️ May 8th
High: 72°F | Low: 54°F 💧 49% chance — showers late, overcast skies

🌧️ May 9th
High: 55°F | Low: 48°F 💧 97% chance — showery and overcast all day

🌦️ May 10th
High: 61°F | Low: 48°F 💧 52% chance — light sprinkles with cloudy skies

⛅ May 11
High: 79°F | Low: 54°F ☁️ 0% chance — overcast skies all day

🎉 WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK IN
NASSAU COUNTY

Looking for something fun, affordable, and local? From live music to family-friendly festivals, here’s what’s popping up around town this week👇

Make sure to click here for a full list of events for the week!

💐 Celebrate Mom, Nassau-Style!
From brunches to flower shows, here’s where to make Mother’s Day unforgettable.

Friday, May 9th

❤️ Mother’s Day Celebration!
12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Estetiquette – Love & Heal Your Skin by Alexandra, Garden City
Open house with self-care, wellness gifts, refreshments, and a chance to win spa treatments.

Saturday, May 10th

❤️ Mother’s Day High Tea Party
12:00 PM
The Garden City Hotel, Garden City
Enjoy exquisite teas and treats in a refined setting. Celebrate Mother’s Day with elegance, live music, and vintage-inspired style.

Sunday, May 11th

❤️ Mother’s Day brunch @ Sonny’s Canal House
12 PM
Sonny’s Canal House, Baldwin Harbor

❤️ Mother’s Day Brunch
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
AG Steakhouse, Carle Place

For full list of events for the week and weekend, scroll up to click on the link taking you to our events page for the week!

🛍️ Eisenhower Park Mother's Day Vendor Fair
Saturday & Sunday, May 10th–11th, 2025
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Eisenhower Park, Field 8, East Meadow

🛍️ Broadway Commons Mall Mother's Day Vendor Fair
Friday–Sunday, May 9th–11th, 2025
Friday & Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Broadway Commons Mall, Hicksville

🎉 The Chocolate Expo, Long Island
Sunday, May 11^th 10:00 AM
Hofstra University David S. Mack Sports Complex, Uniondale

For full list of events for the week and weekend, scroll up to click on the link taking you to our events page for the week!

Thursday, May 8th

Tap Into Giving Fundraiser
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tap Room, Massapequa Park

🎭 Elana Arian Concert & Cocktails
6:30 PM
Temple Beth-El of Great Neck, Great Neck

Friday, May 9th

🎭 Gold Coast Forum: An Evening with Rachel Maddow
7:00 PM
Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, Brookville

For full list of events for the week and weekend, scroll up to click on the link taking you to our events page for the week!

Saturday, May 10th

🏆 NSRF Comic Run 5K Long Island
9:00 AM
Eisenhower Park Field #2, East Meadow

🏆 May ACO Regional
1:30 PM – 8:00 PM
MaX Effort Baseball, East Farmingdale

Sunday, May 11th

🏆 NSRF Yo Mama's So Fast 5K & Half Marathon
9:00 AM
North Woodmere Park, Woodmere

🏆 Chen Tai Chi Seminar with Sifu Kwong Cheuk
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
ORTIZ Chinese Boxing Association, Great Neck

For full list of events for the week and weekend, scroll up to click on the link taking you to our events page for the week!

Thursday, May 8th

🎸 Troy Ramey - Live in Port Washington
7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Landmark on Main Street, Port Washington

Friday, May 9th

🎸 Acoustic Duo back at Salute of Plainview
⏰6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Salute at Plainview, Plainview

Saturday, May 10th

🎸 Westlake @ Bright Eye Beer Company 
⏰8:00 PM
📍 Bright Eye Beer Company, Long Beach

Catch Westlake live with a full-length show—dancing shoes recommended for this energetic night!

For full list of events for the week and weekend, scroll up to click on the link taking you to our events page for the week!

Ruff House Rescue
🐾 We Go Big, So They Go Home 🏡 

At Ruff House Rescue, going BIG means showing up with heart.
We’re Long Island’s largest 501(c)(3) animal rescue—saving lives through fosters, volunteers, and unstoppable love.
💛 Foster 💪 Volunteer 🏠 Adopt.

Join the Ruff House family and help us make second chances possible.
👉 https://ruffhouserescue.org/adoptablepets/