Lynbrook/East Rockaway Herald

18/07/2025

According to Anie Philip, Senior Director of Planning for Power Systems Management at PSEG Long Island, the key to reliable power, even on the hottest days, is years of careful preparation. From major infrastructure investments to smart thermostat programs, here are five things to know about how PSEG Long Island plans for peak electricity demand and how customers can stay cool while saving money.

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According to Anie Philip, Senior Director of Planning for Power Systems Management at PSEG Long Island, the key to reliable power, even on the hottest days, is years of careful preparation. From major infrastructure investments to smart thermostat programs, here are five things to know about how PSE...

18/07/2025

Ruffino Ristorante, a staple in the Lynbrook community for over five decades, reopened its doors on June 30 following a six-month closure due to a fire that occurred just days before Christmas.

Located at 139 Lakeview Ave, the family-owned Italian restaurant hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the occasion, attended by Mayor Alan Beach and other local government officials.

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Ruffino Ristorante, a staple in the Lynbrook community for over five decades, reopened its doors on June 30 following a six-month closure due to a fire that occurred just days before Christmas.

17/07/2025

After more than a decade in the classroom, Jessica Anastasio has traded lesson plans for yoga mats and opened Little Lotus, a children’s yoga and open play studio, at 137 Lakeview Ave.

“I just saw the magic of what movement can do for kids, and how it can help them learn and how it could help them grow,” Anastasio said.

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After more than a decade in the classroom, Jessica Anastasio has traded lesson plans for yoga mats and opened Little Lotus, a children’s yoga and open play studio, at 137 Lakeview Ave.

16/07/2025

The Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce will host its annual summer car show series every Thursday evening from July 10 through Aug. 28, transforming Atlantic Avenue into a community block party filled with classic cars, live entertainment and family-friendly activities.

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The Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce will host its annual summer car show series every Thursday evening from July 10 through Aug. 28, transforming Atlantic Avenue into a community block party filled with classic cars, live entertainment and family-friendly activities.

16/07/2025

The Lynbrook Community Chest Mayor’s Golf Outing returns Aug. 11 for a day of golf and charitable giving across two Long Island courses, with organizers anticipating another near-capacity turnout.

The event, co-sponsored by the Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce and the village, will take place at Inwood Country Club and Seawane Club, in Hewlett Harbor.

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The Lynbrook Community Chest Mayor’s Golf Outing returns Aug. 11 for a day of golf and charitable giving across two Long Island courses, with organizers anticipating another near-capacity turnout.

14/07/2025

Solidifying plans to implement the state’s from arrival to dismissal school cell phone ban, Gov. Kathy Hochul met with school leaders from Nassau and Rockland counties and New York City on Long Island last week.

The new distraction-free policy that was part of the latest state budget goes into effect on Aug. 1. The law restricts cell phones on K- 12 schools across New York.

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With New York's statewide K-12 cell phone ban set to begin Aug. 1, Gov. Kathy Hochul is working closely with school officials in Nassau, Rockland, and NYC to finalize plans, promoting what she calls a necessary shift toward distraction-free classrooms.

11/07/2025

Lynbrook and East Rockaway high schools honored the Class of 2025 with graduation ceremonies on June 27, marking the culmination of the seniors’ academic journeys and their transition to alumni.

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Lynbrook and East Rockaway high schools honored their Class of 2025 on June 27 with emotional graduation ceremonies featuring student speeches, music, and the traditional cap toss, marking the end of one chapter and the beginning of the next.

11/07/2025

A proposal to lease a long-vacant building on Main Street, in East Rockaway, to Starbucks has sparked both support and concern among residents, with traffic and other potential impacts on the community at the center of the discussion.

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A proposal to lease a long-vacant Main Street building in East Rockaway to Starbucks has drawn mixed reactions from residents, with some welcoming the economic boost and others voicing strong concerns over increased traffic and changes to the neighborhood’s character.

26/06/2025

"If you’ve been holding onto old jewelry, coin collections, or luxury watches, there’s never been a better time to cash in. Gold prices have hit record highs—recently soaring past $3,400 an ounce—prompting a surge of smart sellers looking to turn forgotten valuables into financial opportunities."
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If you’ve been holding onto old jewelry, coin collections, or luxury watches, there’s never been a better time to cash in. Gold prices have hit record highs—recently soaring past $3,400 an ounce—prompting a surge of smart sellers looking to turn forgotten valuables into financial opportuniti...

25/06/2025

Any thoughts about a potential Starbucks opening on 115 Main Street? We’re working on the story. DM us!

23/06/2025

For Erick Diaz, Kate Santoli, and Kevin Langbart, the journey to medicine began in the same hallways—those of Lynbrook High School.

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Three Lynbrook High School standouts—alumnus Kevin Langbart and graduating seniors Kate Santoli and Erick Diaz—are taking bold steps toward careers in medicine, each inspired by personal experiences and a shared foundation in the school’s rigorous science programs.

20/06/2025

Classic cars, custom bikes, live music and a mission for service will all come together on June 29, as the St. Mary’s/Maris Stella Knights of Columbus hosts a Car and Motorcycle Show at 78 Hempstead Ave in Lynbrook.

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Classic cars, custom bikes, live music, and a heartfelt mission will come together on June 29 in Lynbrook, as the Knights of Columbus and NYFAC team up for a Car and Motorcycle Show supporting individuals and families affected by autism.