Community Corner

Jan. 9: Van Follows Student, Inmate Killed

Some things to keep an eye on in the local community.

  1. A student from Newbridge Road School was allegedly followed home from school by a person in a white van Friday evening. According to police, around 5 p.m., a 12-year-old male was walking home from school when he noticed a white van was following him. The child made it home unharmed and told his parents, who then called police. For the full story, click here.
  2. An inmate at the Nassau County Correctional Center was killed Saturday morning after getting into a fight with another prisoner, according to Nassau Police. For the full story, click here.
  3. Did you miss the top stories in Merrick this week? Click here for a full roundup of the week's happenings in the local area.
  4. The Giants won! Former punter Sean Landeta hosted a viewing party at RC Dugans in East Meadow and Patch was there! Check back at 9 a.m. for the full story via video!
  5. Head on down to the North Bellmore Civic Association Meeting at 7 p.m. at the North Bellmore Public Library to find out the latest in civic developments.


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