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Top 5 stories in Long Island Press this week: Covid fraud, massive fire and more

The top 5 stories in Long Island Press this week includes a fire in Old Westbury that required 100 responding firefighters.
The top 5 stories in Long Island Press this week includes a fire in Old Westbury that required 100 responding firefighters.
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Here are the top 5 stories in Long Island Press this week.

Massapequa man sentenced to 18 months for COVID-19 financial scheme

Sandeep Grover, owner of a Seaford business located at 1975 Washington Ave., was sentenced to 18 months in prison.

A man from Massapequa was sentenced to up to 18 months in prison at a federal courthouse in Manhattan on Monday, Aug. 25, for stealing nearly $11.9 million in COVID-19 pandemic business-relief loans and then using the funds for his personal use.

Next stop, Hicksville! Ambitious downtown development leaves station

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After decades of talk of promise and potential, it looks like when it comes to developing a downtown, Hicksville’s train may finally be pulling into the station.

Nassau County Executive candidate Seth Koslow, Democrat: Election 2025 Guide

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Here’s everything you need to know about Seth Koslow, candidate for Nassau County executive in the 2025 elections.

Old Westbury blaze draws 100 firefighters, but no serious injuries

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More than 100 firefighters responded to a three-story house fire in Old Westbury on Sunday night, bringing the blaze under control in nearly two hours.

New Hyde Park resident debates North Hempstead Town code about food vendors

A New Hyde Park resident asked the town board to look at its town code regarding food vendors during public comment.

One New Hyde Park resident says the enforcement of North Hempstead Town’s code relating to food vendors is in a “gray area.”