Port Washington News

12/04/2025

Arthur J. “A.J.” Smith, a Long Island trial lawyer known for blending courtroom experience with a commitment to mentoring young attorneys, has been named the recipient of IrishCentral’s 2025 Mentorship Award.

Arthur J. “A.J.” Smith, a Long Island trial lawyer known for blending courtroom experience with a commitment to mentoring young attorneys, has been named the

12/03/2025

For about 20 years, dozens of North Hempstead homeowners have been battling noncompliance with the town code due to previous corruption in the Building Department. Now under a new law change, these homeowners can be awarded the necessary permits even if they owe outstanding fees.

For about 20 years, dozens of North Hempstead homeowners have been battling noncompliance with the town code due to previous corruption in the Building

12/03/2025

The Sands Point Board of Trustees voted to eliminate permit requirements for a wide range of routine home maintenance projects, a move Mayor Peter Forman said is aimed at reducing expenses and streamlining the process for village homeowners.

The Sands Point Board of Trustees voted Monday night, Dec.1, to eliminate permit requirements for a wide range of routine home maintenance projects, a move

12/02/2025

Residents voiced concerns over the pace and oversight of the village moratorium and comprehensive plan during the Wed., Nov. 26, Manorhaven Board of Trustees meeting, emphasizing the need for stronger community input, infrastructure improvements, and extended timelines for planning projects.

Residents voiced concerns over the pace and oversight of the village moratorium and comprehensive plan during the Wed., Nov. 26, Manorhaven Board of Trustees

11/25/2025

If walls could talk, the top floor of the Port Washington Public Library would have plenty to say about more than five decades of local activism.
Residents Forward, a longtime civic organization, unveiled its exhibit “Caring for Port Washington Since 1968,” highlighting its work in environmental advocacy, community beautification, and youth engagement. The exhibit is on view through the end of November.

Residents Forward, a longtime civic organization, unveiled its exhibit “Caring for Port Washington Since 1968,” highlighting its work in environmental

11/24/2025

Guggenheim Elementary School welcomed alumni, former staff, families and community members for the long-awaited opening of its Year 2000 time capsule, sealed inside the school library for 25 years.

Guggenheim Elementary School welcomed alumni, former staff, families and community members for the long-awaited opening of its Year 2000 time capsule, sealed

11/20/2025

Bobby Anastasia, a lifelong Manhasset resident and fixture in the local running community, is preparing to mark a remarkable milestone: his 50th consecutive Port Washington Thanksgiving Day Run.

Since the race’s inception in 1975, Anastasia has participated in every single event, building a legacy that reflects both his passion for running and deep ties to the area.

Bobby Anastasia, a lifelong Manhasset resident and fixture in the local running community, is preparing to mark a remarkable milestone: his 50th consecutive

11/19/2025

The Port Washington Chamber of Commerce and Port Washington Police Detective Anthony Guzzello are once again partnering to spread holiday cheer through the 25th annual “Make a Child Smile” Toy, Food and Diaper Drive, which runs from Monday, Nov. 24, through Monday, Dec. 15.

The Port Washington Chamber of Commerce and Port Washington Police Detective Anthony Guzzello are once again partnering to spread holiday cheer through the

11/18/2025

The Port Washington North Board of Trustees extended its review of odor complaints involving a food manufacturing facility on Channel Drive, Bombay Kitchen.

11/18/2025

A Port Washington family is urgently seeking a living kidney donor for a longtime resident, local business owner and grandfather whose health has sharply declined after years of living with end-stage renal disease.

A Port Washington family is urgently seeking a living kidney donor for a longtime resident, local business owner and grandfather whose health has sharply

11/14/2025

A piece of the past is about to be unearthed at Guggenheim Elementary School.

On Tuesday, Nov. 18, the school will open its Year 2000 Time Capsule, which has been sealed inside the Guggenheim Library for the past 25 years.

On Tuesday, Nov. 18, the school will open its Year 2000 Time Capsule, which has been sealed inside the Guggenheim Library for the past 25 years. The event

11/12/2025

Despite snow and biting winter winds, the annual Port Washington Veterans Day Parade went on Tuesday, Nov. 11, with veterans and residents braving the cold to honor those who served.

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Despite snow and biting winter winds, the annual Port Washington Veterans Day Parade went on Tuesday, Nov. 11, with veterans and residents braving the cold to