🚨 THIS WEEK IN WEST HEMPSTEAD – 2/19/25 🚨
Here’s what’s happening in our community this week! ⬇️
💧 Water Main Break – A break near the Southern State Parkway left many Liberty Water customers with low or no water pressure this morning. If your water looks brown, run your tap for a few minutes to clear it.
🏢 New Owners for Former Blockbuster Property – The retail space at 444 Hempstead Turnpike has been sold for $1.558 million to Enjoyabowl Holdings LLC. The space remains fully leased by a liquor store and a State Farm office.
⚖️ Nassau County Lawsuit Over Executive Power – A new legal battle is unfolding as Nassau Democrats sue County Executive Bruce Blakeman over his armed citizen deputy program, calling it government overreach. Lawyers say this is part of a growing national trend—we’ll keep you updated!
🐔 Live Poultry Markets Reopen – After a bird flu outbreak led to temporary closures, live poultry markets on Long Island are back in business following state-mandated cleaning and disinfection efforts.
🏀 PLAYOFF ALERT! – West Hempstead Rams vs. Lynbrook Owls 🏆 This Thursday at noon! Let’s pack the house and bring that #RamPride as our boys fight for playoff glory!
🏅 Scholar Athlete Spotlight – Sophia Ciminera – All-County soccer goalie, bowling MVP, drama club star, National Honor Society president, and 97 GPA! 👏 Congratulations, Sophia!
🏀 Coach Lopez Hits 350 Wins! – Malverne’s Coach Lopez just secured his 350th career win! His father, Hector López, was a two-time World Series champion and the first Black Triple-A manager, with a street named after him right here in West Hempstead!
🦅 Congrats to New Eagle Scout Noam Traeger! – Noam completed his Eagle Project, building and painting bookshelves for local VA centers. Amazing work!
📚 Upcoming Library Events
🎉 Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration – March 2nd
💃 Learn to Dance: Salsa – Tuesdays in March! Register at whplibrary.org
🍰 Riesterer’s Specials This Week! – Stop by for some delicious seasonal treats!
🎶 Live Music This Saturday! – Josh Blitstein’s band, Gilboa, plays at Creative Corner at 8 PM!
