Here are the top 5 stories in Long Island Press this week.
Port Washington native turns brain cancer battle into mission to give back

While many families were preparing Thanksgiving dinner in 2024, Johnny Nahas was being wheeled into an operating room for emergency brain surgery. Today, roughly a year later, Nahas is cancer-free and channeling his experience into an effort to help others facing similar battles.
Two cadets sue Merchant Marine Academy claiming unfair punishment

Two cadets at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point have sued the academy and federal officials, alleging procedural errors and due-process violations.
Village awaits $4.5M grant decision

The Village of Floral Park is seeking a state grant for urban center revitalization in an application that includes the contested Stella-Cerrone apartment development.
Odor issues persist at Bombay Kitchen as Port Washington North nears decision

Odor complaints tied to operations at Bombay Kitchen remain unresolved despite multiple filtration upgrades, building inspector Robert Barbach told the Port Washington North Board of Trustees, warning that the village may be nearing a decision point after more than a year of extensions.
Floral Park native killed in Pennsylvania crash

A 19-year-old college student from Floral Park was killed in a single-vehicle crash in Pennsylvania, state police said, according to published reports.































