🌊Plainview-Old Bethpage’s $205.8M Budget and a New Jericho Bagel Counter

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📚 Plainview-Old Bethpage School District Eyes $205.8M Budget
🥯 Goody's Bagels Opens New Jericho Location
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

Congrats to Aaliyah P. in Hempstead on the new job. You earned it, and I hope the first week feels exciting, not exhausting.
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Happy birthday to Brian S. in Port Washington. You’re the person people rely on more than they say out loud. Hope you get an easy, happy day.
From: Chris

📚 Plainview-Old Bethpage School District Eyes $205.8M Budget

The district is proposing a $205.8 million budget for 2026-2027, up 4.25% from this year's $197.4 million. The $8.4 million increase will support educational programs and services. The proposal was presented at a February 9 Board of Education meeting.

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516 Update Community Guide

Explore Nassau County High School football: top 8 programs for 2026 with insights, schedules, and season watch tips.

🥯 Goody's Bagels Opens New Jericho Location

Goody's Bagels & Spreads just opened in Jericho Commons, taking over the old Beyond Bagels spot. Owner Peter Goodman continues to expand after his successful Greenvale opening in 2022. Locals now have another quality bagel option in the area.

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🌤️ WeatherWatch

🌨️ Tuesday, March 3
High: 38°F | Low: 17°F
💧 89% chance — rain or snow mix, messy conditions likely

🌤️ Wednesday, March 4
High: 46°F | Low: 35°F
💧 24% chance — partly cloudy, mainly dry

Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC)

Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) in Glen Cove is a museum and education center that still feels distinct even if you've lived here for years. A powerful, well-run museum experience that's worth the emotional weight, especially for locals who've never gone. A good season for indoor ‘wow' days without weather stress. Go when you want something meaningful, not just entertaining. Best with older kids/teens and thoughtful adults. The vibe is quiet, serious, reflective. Plan to take your time. Read the program schedule if you want a guided experience. Expect this to be emotionally heavy. Combine it with a calming walk at Welwyn Preserve after.

Phone: (516) 571-8040
Address: 100 Crescent Beach Rd, Glen Cove, NY 11542.

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