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🌱 New York's $1B Green Future Plan Set to Transform Nassau County

New York is taking a big step toward fighting climate change. Governor Kathy Hochul just announced a $1 billion program that will bring new jobs and better living to Nassau County and beyond. The money will go into making homes more energy-smart and building new clean energy projects. Nassau County residents can look forward to better public transport, more parks, and cheaper energy bills. These changes will make the air cleaner and create thousands of good jobs.

Local leaders are happy about the plan. They see it as a way to make Nassau County an even better place to live, especially for families and older folks. The program fits right in with other work being done to fix up and modernize the area.

Do red cars cost more to insure?

You may have heard the myth that red cars cost more to insure, often with varying reasons why. The truth is, the color of your car has nothing to do with your premium. Insurance companies are more interested in your vehicle’s make, model, age, safety features, and your driving history. What’s not a myth, though — is that people really can save a ton of money by switching insurers. Check out Money’s car insurance tool to see if you could, too.

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🏥 NY Adds 13 Mental Health Clinics

Governor Hochul is boosting mental health care in New York with 13 new community clinics. These centers will offer crisis help, outpatient care, and addiction support. The move triples the number of clinics statewide, making mental health care easier to get for New Yorkers.

💼 Islip Company Gets $17M to Keep Jobs Local

Broadridge Financial Solutions scored $17 million in tax breaks to keep 1,500 jobs in Islip Town. The deal spans 12 years and helps keep well-paying jobs local - workers there make about $111,000 yearly.

🍳 Local Diner Back Better Than Ever

The Greenvale Townhouse Diner has opened its doors again after a $2 million makeover following a March fire. The spot now sports a new kitchen, fresh floors, and even a water fountain, while keeping its beloved menu intact.

Interactive Map of Long Island NY with ZIP Codes

Explore our interactive map of Long Island NY with ZIP codes. Instantly find any ZIP in Nassau and Suffolk counties with our detailed, searchable guide.

🌤️ WeatherWatch

⛅ Wednesday, October 15
High: 64°F | Low: 54°F
🌤️ 50% chance — broken clouds with mild breezes

☁️ Thursday, October 16
High: 70°F | Low: 55°F
💧 57% chance — early sprinkles, then cloudy

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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 👇

🎡Fair Days & Fun Ways

What’s Happening This Weekend in Nassau County

Saturday, October 18th

🧸 Kid-Friendly  
 Oyster Festival
📍 Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park
12:00 PM | Oyster Bay, NY
Saturday, October 18th, 2025 – Sunday, October 19th, 2025

🧸 Kid-Friendly  
Halloween on Plandome: Trick or Treat 
📍 Plandome Road (Kick-off at Mary Jane Davies Green)
1:00 PM | Manhasset, NY

Sunday, October 19th

38th Annual Fall Festival 
📍 Hicksville
11:00 AM | Hicksville, NY

Eyes of Learning 38th Annual Fall Festival Fundraiser
📍 Levittown Hall
11:00 AM | Hicksville, NY

📣 Civic & Social Happenings

Wednesday, October 15th

🧸 Kid-Friendly
Pet Parade & Costume Competition
📍 Hicks Nurseries
4:00 PM | Westbury, NY

🧸 Kid-Friendly
Coastal Pumpkin Decorating Paint Night – Bring the Beach to Your Front Door
📍 JJ Coopers
7:00 PM | Long Beach, NY

Thursday, October 16th

Outstanding Businessperson Celebration honoring Anthony Giallanzo
📍 Nutty Irishman
5:30 PM | Farmingdale, NY

Ruta Al Éxito – Networking Event w/ LIELACC
📍 Ruta Oaxaca Mexican Cuisine
6:00 PM | Woodbury, NY

Saturday, October 18th

🧸 Kid-Friendly
Children’s Costume Drop & Shop 
📍 Great Neck Library
10:00 AM | Great Neck

Pumpkin Patch Bingo – Fundraiser for Lupus Research
📍 Knights of Columbus
10:00 AM | Lynbrook

Sunday, October 19th

🧸Kid-Friendly
Walk & Wag 2025: National Fundraising Challenge to Save Homeless Animals
📍 Garvies Point Restaurant & Brewery
9:00 AM | Glen Cove, NY

🧸Kid-Friendly  
Princess & Villains Day at the Castle 
📍 Sands Point Preserve Conservancy
12:00 PM | Port Washington, NY

🏈 Sports Events 

Thursday, October 16th

🗽 Home Game!
New York Islanders vs. Edmonton Oilers
📍 UBS Arena
7:00 PM | Elmont, NY

Friday, October 17th

🗽 Home Game!
NBA Preseason: New York Knicks vs. Charlotte Hornets
📍 Madison Square Garden
7:30 PM | New York, NY

Saturday, October 18th

🗽 Home Game!
Columbia Lions vs. Pennsylvania Quakers
📍 Kraft Field at Wien Stadium
1:30 PM | New York, NY

Sunday, October 19th

🗽 Home Game!
PPL: Pro Padel League City’s Cup Finals
📍 Hammerstein Ballroom
12:00 PM | New York, NY

🎸 Live Music

Wednesday, October 15th

Billy Joel Wednesdays 
📍 Borrelli’s Taproom
5:00 PM | Long Beach, NY

Friday, October 17th

Warped Tour Band – Emo Pop Punk Tribute Night 
📍 Mulcahy's Pub and Concert Hall
8:00 PM | Wantagh, NY

Saturday, October 18th

Streetlight Manifesto – The Place Behind the Stars Tour 
📍 Mulcahy’s Pub and Concert Hall
8:00 PM | Wantagh, NY

Ana Gabriel “Claro de Luna” Tour 
📍 UBS Arena
8:00 PM | Elmont, NY

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