🏥 Medical Board Changes Coming to Nassau Health Center

New York State has just approved a big $254 billion budget, and with it comes some key changes for healthcare in Nassau County. The Nassau Health Care Corporation, which runs Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow, is getting a board makeover.

These updates aim to make things better for local patients and give more oversight to how the medical center runs. It's a big deal for anyone who lives nearby and uses these medical services. Many locals have been talking about this at community meetings, pushing for better care and more openness about how things are run. While we don't know all the details yet, these changes should mean better healthcare for everyone in Nassau County.

State leaders say this is all about making sure everyone gets good medical care. With the new budget and board changes, the goal is to keep Nassau University Medical Center working well for all the people who need it.

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🏥 Mount Sinai Hospital Gets a $50M Emergency Room Makeover

Mount Sinai South Nassau has just opened its newly updated Fennessy Family Emergency Department. The $50 million project took five years to finish and brings much-needed improvements to the Oceanside campus.

The new space comes with better technology and more room to treat patients. This means shorter wait times and better care for everyone who comes through the doors. The staff now has the tools they need to handle more emergencies at once.

🚑 New Life-Saving Training Center Opens in Malverne

A new chapter in public safety has started in Malverne, New York. PulsePoint just opened its new headquarters, bringing better emergency response to our area. The opening got lots of local folks and community leaders excited about what's coming. The building will be the main spot for training our emergency teams and making sure help gets to people faster. It's right in the heart of Malverne, which makes it perfect for helping nearby towns too.

For Nassau County residents, this means better emergency services and more ways to get involved in community safety. The center offers training for first responders and safety programs for everyone who lives here. It's all about keeping our neighborhoods safe and ready for anything.

NEWSBites

🇬🇷 Greek Flavors Take Over Island Park

The Panaghia Greek Spring Festival brought the community together for four days of Mediterranean magic. Hundreds gathered under the big tent from May 1-4 to enjoy tasty food, dancing, and music, making it a standout event for Island Park locals.

🌾 Farm Fresh Fun Kicks Off

Crossroads Farm at Grossman's welcomed the new season with a festive opening weekend. The ribbon-cutting event drew crowds who enjoyed local produce, music, and family activities, showing just how much the community values its agricultural roots.

🏥 New Health School Opens Doors

West Hempstead welcomed the Global School of Health on March 19 with local officials joining the celebration. The school plans to train future healthcare professionals, adding an exciting new option for education in the area.

🌤️ WeatherWatch

⛅ May 19th
High: 68°F | Low: 52°F
🌤️ Scattered clouds, breezy

⛅ May 20th
High: 75°F | Low: 54°F
🌥️ Afternoon clouds, mild winds

🌧️ May 21st
High: 66°F | Low: 54°F
💧 77% chance — showers late, cloudy skies

🌦️ May 22nd
High: 77°F | Low: 59°F
💧 55% chance — sprinkles early, broken clouds

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🎉 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👇

 Levittown Carnival
Thursday, May 22nd at 5:00 PM – Monday, May 26th at 10:00 PM
📍 P.C. Richard & Son, Levittown

 Arts in the Plaza – Opening Day
Saturday, May 24th | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Kennedy Plaza, Long Beach

Four Leaf Air Show at Jones Beach
Saturday & Sunday, May 24th–25th | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Jones Beach State Park, Wantagh

 Bellmore Sunday Flea Market Sunday, May 25th | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Bellmore Train Station Parking Lot (B-2), Bellmore

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📅 Tuesday, May 20th

 Long Island AGAPE Family Fun Day 
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Jones Beach Field 4, Wantagh

📅 Thursday, May 22nd

Root to Rise: Meditation and Sound Bath 
7:00 PM
Long Beach Hotel, Long Beach

📅 Friday, May 23rd

 Practice Air Show / Beach Day 
9:00 AM
Jones Beach State Park, Wantagh

 Singles TGIF Brews, Band & Buffet 
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Lost Farmer Brewing Co, Mineola

📅 Saturday, May 24th

 Long Island Speed Dating (Men 48–61, Women 45–58)
6:30 PM – 6:45 PM
3490 Cocktail Bar and Lounge, Seaford

 The Dinner Detective Comedy Mystery Dinner Show 
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Mansion at Glen Cove, Glen Cove

📅 Sunday, May 25th

 Murder Mystery 
5:00 PM
Sergio’s Italian Restaurant, East Massapequa

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📅 Wednesday, May 21st 

 Berner Athletic Spring Fundraiser Games 
4:45 PM
Berner Middle School, East Massapequa

📅 Thursday, May 22nd 

 All In For a Cure
11:00 AM
Glen Head Country Club, Roslyn

 Friday, May 23rd

Memorial Day Clash 
Friday, May 23 at 6:00 PM – Sunday, May 26 at 12:00 AM
Plainedge Park, North Massapequa

📅 Saturday, May 24th

 EMSC Memorial Day Tournament 
8:00 AM – 7:30 PM
East Meadow Soccer Club, North Bellmore

Rally for Rebecca 5K Walk, Run & Roll + Fun Run 
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Plainview-Old Bethpage Middle School, Plainview

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📅 Wednesday, May 21st

 Ed Ryan: All Original Songs & Stories Dinner Show 
6:00 PM (Show starts at 7:15 PM)
Bar Grazie, East Massapequa

📅 Thursday, May 22nd

Vinyl Revival @ DOX
7:00 PM
DOX, Island Park

 Emmett Hughes Band 
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
My Father’s Place, Roslyn

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