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An aerial view of the Sunrise Mall in Massapequa on Wednesday
Amazon plans to buy 26.7 acres of the long-struggling Sunrise Mall property in Massapequa
where the e-commerce giant wants to open an operations facility
Sunrise Mall site in the Town of Oyster Bay with the intent of opening an operations facility in the future
This process is in the early planning stages and additional steps remain," the Seattle-based company said in a statement Thursday afternoon
which is a location where Amazon conducts logistics and fulfillment activities
Amazon spokeswoman Smitha Rao told Newsday in an email
A last-mile site is used to deliver purchases the remaining distance to customers' homes or jobs
Amazon's plan advanced Thursday morning after the Nassau County Planning Commission approved an application from the mall's owner
to subdivide about 67 acres of the 77-acre mall site into four parcels
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Officials representing Sunrise Mall Holdings said during the planning commission's work session and public hearing Thursday that Amazon was under contract to buy the land
executive vice president and chief operating officer at Urban Edge Properties
a real estate investment trust that is the managing member of Sunrise Mall Holdings
The subdivision "is merely allowing us to start the clock for a development," said Jeffrey S
a Manhattan-based real estate investment trust that is the managing member of Sunrise Mall Holdings
A boom in online shopping during the COVID-19 pandemic, which started in early 2020, fueled the growth of Amazon's warehouse numbers
On Long Island, Amazon has eight warehouses, six of which opened in the last five years, and one planned for Route 110 in Melville
At each of the facilities are dozens of delivery workers who are employed by independent small businesses that own the delivery vans
Between 100 and 150 Amazon employees work as package handlers at each warehouse
The mall is currently made up of 22 tax lots
following the planning commission's vote Thursday
a planner in the Nassau County Department of Public Works
Sunrise Mall Holdings plans to retain the largest piece
but no decision has been made yet about how it will be used
No development is planned for the remaining two parcels
which are water well sites that will continue to be owned and operated by Liberty Utilities
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino said Thursday that an Amazon facility in Massapequa would benefit the town
“We welcome Amazon’s investment in Massapequa
This project means economic growth without the strain of a greater population on schools
and services — a real win for our community," he said in a statement
Several residents who spoke during the public hearing
said they opposed an Amazon facility because of potential noise and traffic impacts to nearby neighborhoods
with some saying more study was needed before the planning commission approved the subdivision
addresses the Nassau County Planning Commission hearing on the subdivision application for the Sunrise Mall property on Thursday
"I'm sure when you buy a parcel of land five years ago for $25 million
you should have some scenarios of what that parcel will be used for
just spend more time publicizing their potential plans," said Gary DiBiase
Planning Commissioner Reid Sakowich echoed that sentiment
He said he understood that a subdivision approval wouldn't grant an approval to build
"I think it's hard for residents of that community to understand that you spent $25 million and you have no idea what you're doing" for the redevelopment
which drew applause from about two dozen residents in the audience
The Town of Oyster Bay is responsible for approval of redevelopment projects in the jurisdiction
Sunrise Mall Holdings plans to demolish the nearly vacant mall
including the free-standing former Sears Auto Center
according to a letter the partnership's attorney
Judy Lynn Simoncic of Uniondale law firm Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP
sent to the Town of Oyster Bay Planning and Development Department
the letter requested that the department send a zoning compliance letter to the county planning commission as part of the requirements to get the subdivision approved
The Nassau County Planning Commission holds a hearing on the subdivision application for the Sunrise Mall property on Thursday Credit: Newsday/Howard Schnapp
At the planning commission meetings in Mineola on Thursday
Simoncic said it could be years before a demolition of the mall occurs
Sunrise Mall is in Oyster Bay's light industrial district
but the mall exists under a special-use permit granted by the town board in the 1970s
town spokesman Brian Nevin said in an email
"Future retail space will require a special use permit from the town board
Or they could modify their existing approvals," he said
the 1.2 million-square-foot mall used to be a bustling property
it has lost stores over the last decade due to a growing number of online retailers
The pandemic exacerbated the challenges faced by shopping malls
Sunrise Mall Holdings bought the long-struggling mall from Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield, a Paris-based company, in 2020 for $29.7 million, a steep discount from the $143 million — not adjusted for inflation — that the property sold for in 2005
When the mall’s 2020 sale was announced, the buyer said it would redevelop the property
no development has taken place and the only tenant left is Dick’s Sporting Goods
Sunrise Mall Holdings stopped renewing tenant leases in 2022
One of the last two anchors, Macy’s, recently closed
did not respond to Newsday's request for comment about its plans for its Sunrise Mall store
The retailer has more than 10 years left on its lease
who has said that Macy's exit allowed for more flexibility in redeveloping the mall
by virtue of being the largest tenant at the mall
had the most control over what other things could happen on the property
we have some more flexibility,” he told Newsday in January
Urban Edge’s partners in Sunrise Mall Holdings are Sagamore Hill Partners
a Manhattan-based real estate investment firm affiliated with Woodbury-based Ripco Real Estate
New Jersey-based company that is an "established developer of industrial assets."
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Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Massapequa Park Village Mayor Danny Pearl announced that the Town and Village are partnering with Drug Free Long Island
Thomas’ Hope Foundation and Long Island United for Recovery to help bring attention to the disease of addiction and host a walk and rally on Saturday
September 28th to further advocate for the cause
“We invite all residents to join us at this event
which will honor those who have lost their battle
encourage advocacy and awareness to create change
and celebrate those in recovery,” said Supervisor Saladino
“We thank Long Island United for Recovery for all of their efforts to bring resources together to support those in need.”
Participants in the walk will be supporting those struggling with the disease of addiction
and celebrating those in recovery and their family members
“We thank Long Island United for Recovery and Drug Free Long Island for their partnership in bringing such important programs like this to our Village
helping to raise awareness and provide support for those who need it most,” said Mayor Pearl
For more information, visit www.facebook.com/uniteforrecovery or email info@drugfreeli.org
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Massapequa Park is now home to a new destination for Cuban cuisine
cocktails and culture — and in plenty of time to serve up $4 house margaritas at its big Cinco de Mayo celebration scheduled for next month
Willy’s Azúcar Cuban Restaurant & Bar held its official grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday. The festive event marked the fourth Long Island location for “The Cuban” restaurant group, which also operates in Garden City, Queens, and on Main Street in Patchogue.
The new location inside the Southgate Shopping Center actually began serving guests in late February.
“Congrats to Willy’s Azúcar Cuban Restaurant & Bar on their Grand Opening in Massapequa Park!” Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, who participated in the grand opening event, wrote in a Facebook post. “A new addition to Nassau County bringing culture, flavor, and azúcar to the community. Wishing you success.”
Willy’s Azúcar is owned and operated by William Martinez, a native of Cuba and the CEO of the growing restaurant chain. The experience promises “a land of vacation, music, beauty, and elegance,” according to the company’s website, with a menu featuring traditional and contemporary Cuban dishes, exotic drinks, and live entertainment.
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Among the restaurant’s signature offerings are its weekend “Brunch Party” events every Friday and Saturday. Guests can enjoy food, drinks, and a live DJ from noon to 3:30 p.m. on Saturdays.
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A police officer suffered a severe hand laceration when a 16-year-old armed with a switchblade resisted arrest in Massapequa Park
A Nassau County Police Highway Patrol vehicle
Officers responded to Lake Shore Drive around 12:00 a.m
for reports of a suspicious male pulling on car door handles
The Bureau of Special Operations assisted in canvassing the area and spotted a suspect matching the description fleeing on foot
and a concealed black switchblade severely injured an officer’s hand
The injured officer was taken to a nearby hospital and is in stable condition
The 16-year-old is charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon 4th Degree
He was scheduled for arraignment at the Youth Section of First District Court in Hempstead later that day
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2025 at 11:59 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Massapequa Soccer Shop will close after more than half-century in business
NY — A popular sporting goods store on the South Shore is closing
The owners of the Massapequa Soccer Shop announced on Facebook that they are retiring
The Bodenstein family open the shop in 1973
"We want to express our sincere thanks for your support over the years
which has made this 50+ year journey so rewarding," the Facebook post said
A sign points out they are having a "retirement sale."
Massapequa Soccer Shop is located at 1004 Park Blvd
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Roman-style pan pizza ("pizza al taglio") at Taglio in Massapequa Park
Rob Cervoni’s second Taglio pizzeria has opened in Massapequa Park and
based on the crowds that descended on Day One
it looks like it will be easier the second time around
employees were having a tough time keeping the display cases stocked with the shop’s two styles of pizza
Roman-style "pizza al taglio" — baked in rectangular pans and cut with scissors into square slices ("taglio" means "cut") — and round New York pies sold whole or by the slice
Both types of pies come in more than 20 variations
with toppings ranging from classic (tomato and mozzarella
$6.25 / $39) to Only On Long Island (sausage
opened the original Taglio in Mineola in 2018
the odds were stacked against them: The little pizzeria around the corner from the LIRR was obscured by the Mineola Boulevard overpass and it’s hard to say whether there was less foot traffic or less parking
this is where the two joined the movement that was challenging Long Island pizza conventions
introducing "pizza al taglio" and upgrading the classic
high-hydration doughs that they fussed over as if they were newborns
The chic decor combines Ninja Turtles with Ancient Rome and there’s a free municipal lot out back
the ground floor is a bit bigger than in Mineola
but there are another 1,700 square feet of basement where Cervoni set up a prep kitchen and a temperature-controlled dough room with filtered water
a state-of-the art mixer (that promptly broke in time for the opening) and an automated dough baller
This is also where Cervoni stores his Caputo flour
contains neither bleach nor potassium bromate
which strengthens the dough and enhances rising but has been banned in the EU
The Massapequa Park location serves the same pizzas
But there’s also a small dessert menu of tiramisu and maritozzi (cream-stuffed brioches)
More significant are the new beverage options
You can have a freshly pulled Caffe Kimbo espresso or a "Kimbo Crema," (think creamy coffee slushy) or
a bottle of Veuve Clicquot ($150) or Dom Pérignon ($350)
everyone told me I was going to fail," he said
"My whole pizza journey is reflected here
I wanted to show everyone what a slice shop could be."
Taglio, 113 Front St., Massapequa Park, 516-765-2000, taglioromanpizza.com
2025 at 10:42 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Massapequa is set to host its first St
Patrick Day Parade is ready to step off along Broadway
anyone planning to attend Saturday's parade should be aware of some street closures
Broadway will shut starting at Jerusalem Avenue and moving south to Veterans Boulevard
All side streets beginning at Hamilton Avenue will also be blocked off to traffic
with Co-Grand Marshals: Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder and Gary Slavin
past president of the Massapequa Chamber of Commerce
2025 at 10:03 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The route has been adjusted for Massapequa's St
NY — Several changes have been made ahead of the inaugural Massapequa Chamber of Commerce St
Under advisement from Nassau County police
but will proceed south on Broadway from Jerusalem Avenue to Veterans Boulevard
as the Nassau County police advised parade officials
is that the best arrival time is at 10 a.m
Organizers ask that you arrive no later than 10:30 a.m
The Showmobile will be located at Pennsylvania Ave
If you are planning on marching in the parade, click here to register
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Rex Heuermann's home is located about 30 minutes from where multiple sets of remains were found along Ocean Parkway in Long Island
is facing charges for the killings of seven women in Long Island from 1993 to 2010
He was arrested in 2023 in relation to remains found in 2010 near Gilgo Beach
The murders are the subject of a Netflix documentary series released on Monday entitled Gone Girls: The Long Island Serial Killer
Heuermann's home is located on 1st Avenue in Massapequa Park
according to the Netflix documentary series
"That house has not changed in 60 years," John Parisi
A police dog located the remains of Melissa Barthelemy while searching for missing woman Shannan Gilbert in December 2010
Officials then found the remains of Maureen Brainard-Barnes
The victims have been called the "Gilgo Four."
while Waterman and Costello went missing the following year
Heuermann was charged with the murders of Jessica Taylor and Sandra Costilla in June of last year
were found near Gilgo Beach and in Manorville
Heuermann was charged with the murder of Valerie Mack in December
Additional remains were found by officials near Gilgo Beach
Heuermann has not been charged in relation to those victims
Officials are also investigating whether Heuermann is linked to killings in other jurisdictions
Brainard-Barnes was bound by a belt stamped with the initials "HM" or "WH."
The belt was first announced as a potential clue in 2020
It was one of three used to tie Brainard-Barnes' feet
Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney told Newsday in 2023: "Yes
Heuermann is scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday
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A Massapequa man is accused of impersonating a police officer and orchestrating multiple shootings in public parks
including reckless endangerment and criminal impersonation
following a year-long investigation into shootings in Massapequa
after outfitting his vehicle with unauthorized sirens and emergency lights
attempted to stop a car on Lakeshore Drive in Massapequa while pretending to be a police officer in November 2022
The driver became suspicious and refused to pull over
weaving through traffic at dangerous speeds
who already has a pending case for allegedly carrying an NYPD shield
and a loaded .45-caliber handgun in his Chevrolet Impala
A search of his home and vehicle turned up illegal rifles
Investigators also determined that between October 2022 and September 2023
Denton and several co-defendants allegedly fired illegal weapons in several public places
were also charged in connection to the gun crimes
is accused of illegally selling Denton a firearm after his own gun permit was revoked
The additional co-defendants were identified as:
he faces up to 15 years in prison for each of his most serious charges
Prosecutors are asking anyone who may have been approached by Denton posing as a police officer to contact the Nassau County DA’s Office at 516-571-3707
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino
Tax Receiver Jeffrey Pravato and Massapequa Shores Civic Association President Tony Manougian officially opened new pickleball courts for play at Anchor Park in Massapequa
the Town constructed new pickleball courts for local residents
“Pickleball is a fun sport for all ages that combines elements of tennis
It’s become incredibly popular in our Town
with seniors and families playing daily at our existing courts,” said Supervisor Saladino
I’m proud to announce that the Town of Oyster Bay constructed new pickleball courts for all residents to enjoy.”
social and healthy activity for the whole family and these new courts will be a welcome addition to the community
and get ready to play one of the world’s fastest growing sports at the new courts in in Oyster Bay this summer!” added Tax Receiver Pravato
Classic orecchiette with broccoli rabe and crumbled Italian sausage at Mangia E Bevi in Massapequa Park
The sprawling Italian spot Mangia E Bevi on Merrick Road is looking fresh as new nearly a year after the previous eatery, Il Vizio Park, was closed by the health department
New owners Michael and Stacy Lessne took over the lease in February and said they spent seven months working on the interior of the building and installing a 400-bottle wine cellar
They're aiming for an upscale experience similar to restaurants they frequent in Miami
Fancy touches include golden silverware on the tables and a Bentley convertible parked at the entrance
On weekends the music gets louder and the lounge area has more of a nightclub vibe
an upscale Italian restaurant in Massapequa Park
Mangia E Bevi is the couple's first restaurant and it's a family affair
Michael Lessne owns the luxury used car dealership Alpine Motors in Wantagh
Stacy has a background in high-end retail and helped design the modern Italian menu
"It keeps the family tight and gives everybody a little job," Michael said
The highlight of the menu so far is the pizza-style flatbreads
which are finished in a rotating stone gas oven in the dining room by a chef brought over from Sicily
The pepperoni and hot honey flatbread ($26) is worth traveling for — its rectangular crust is puffy and light
The pepperoni and hot honey flatbread at Mangia E Bevi in Massapequa Park
Larger groups can order several appetizers to pass around
The tuna crudo ($29) is a generous portion of raw tuna sashimi with ripe avocados
Even the bread basket is better than average
The menu includes imported fresh pastas and meat dishes
including a $65 bone-in veal chop Valdostana smothered in melty mozzarella and brown sauce
Service is warm and friendly throughout the meal
an early sign this could pan out to be a real special-occasion spot
Mangia E Bevi, 4857 Merrick Rd., Massapequa Park, 516-804-2400, mangiabeviny.com
2025 at 10:04 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}A 16-year-old boy was arrested on Saturday for assaulting a police officer
NY — A 16-year-old boy was arrested for assaulting a police officer in Massapequa Park midnight on Saturday
Officers were dispatched to Lake Shore Drive for a suspicious person who was pulling on car door handles
As officers attempted to place him under arrest
One officer sustained a severe laceration to his hand from a switchblade
The injured officer was taken to a nearby hospital and was in stable condition
The 16-year-old is charged with fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon
aggravated assault on a police officer and second-degree assault
He was expected to be arraigned on Saturday at the Youth Section of First District Court in Hempstea
2025 at 3:15 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce will host its first St
NY — The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce is celebrating St
March 15 on Broadway near North Elm and Veterans Boulevard at 11 a.m
Community organizations and Chamber of Commerce businesses are invited to march
Registration and sponsor details are forthcoming
You can keep up with the parade preparations on the chamber's website
Due to heavy rain forecasted for the region
Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board today announced that the Town of Oyster Bay will postpone the region’s largest National Night Out celebration with a special tribute to fallen New York Police Department (NYPD) Detective Jonathan Diller and free concert performed by the world-acclaimed Southern rock band
with a ceremony at 7:45pm and live concert at 8pm
“National Night Out offers us an opportunity to strengthen the bonds between our community and law enforcement while developing community camaraderie to help combat neighborhood issues
we will dedicate the evening in memory of fallen New York Police Department Detective Jonathan Diller and unveil plans for a permanent memorial in memory of this Massapequa Park hero
I thank The Marshall Tucker Band for their never-ending support of law enforcement.”
In partnership with co-founders of the Towers of Freedom 9/11 Military Monument
officials will announce plans to install a memorial in tribute to fallen NYPD Detective Jonathan Diller
The tribute will sit alongside a memorial in memory of fallen NYPD Officer Brian Moore
who was murdered in the line of duty in 2015
The Marshall Tucker Band is a legendary rock band from Spartanburg
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Top hits include: “Heard It in a Love Song,” “Can’t You See,” “Fire on the Mountain,” “Ramblin” and “Long Hard Ride?”
2024 at 3:29 pm ETNumerous options for slices are displayed at Parisi's Pizza and Pasta
(Jerry Barmash/Patch)Parisi's Pizza and Pasta opened its second location this year in Massapequa Park
(Jerry Barmash/Patch)A sampling of the slices for purchase at Parisi's Pizza and Pasta in Massapequa Park
NY — Paul Parisi is living out his childhood dream as a pizzeria owner
The Massapequa Park resident opened his second pizzeria this summer in his hometown
as he worked at the Carmans Road location for eight years when it was Marino's
starting in the business as a busboy when he was 15
"This is where I learned everything," he said
which further planted the seed for his future
Parisi parlayed that experience when he launched the first Parisi's Pizza and Pasta in Amityville three years ago
"I wanted to come back where it all started and try to give the same product and the same service that we're giving in Amityville," Parisi said
"I see so many people that I saw when I was here."
customers will find at least two dozen different types of slices on display
"As much as the counter space will allow us."
You'll see some traditional favorites like Buffalo Chicken
such as: Shrimp Pesto and Chicken Parm with Mozzarella Sticks
it would be a new addition to the counter."
The twentysomething businessman gravitated to all aspects of running a pizzeria
Parisi hopes to expand his pizzeria brand with a third location down the road
The Cuban sandwich at Willy's Azúcar Cuban Restaurant & Bar in Massapequa Park
who popularized the word "azúcar" in her music
The word directly translates to "sugar," but she made it mean more than that — a mentality of joy and love of life
is trying to bring the same energy to Long Island with his newest Massapequa Park restaurant
"I feel happy to bring a different concept
Willy's Azúcar Cuban Restaurant & Bar opened in the former Don Juan in Massapequa Park
This restaurant differentiates with a menu focused more on the cuisine from the eastern part of the country such as Santiago de Cuba
the spices are a little different," Martinez said
Starters include tableside guacamole ($15) served with pork and twice-fried plantains or tostones
A Cuban sandwich made with roasted pernil or pork
pickles and mustard sauce is savory (and hearty) at lunch or dinner served with a side of fried yucca and mojo dipping sauce
Vegetarian options include paella la bronca with saffron rice
Salmon en melao is pan-seared Atlantic salmon with honey lemon glaze
grilled figs and minted quinoa served with mixed salad greens ($29)
Willy’s has seating for more than 90 guests
The decor is colorful and lively with replica models of classic cars perched from the ceiling as well as decorative wall of Cuban hats
The elegant bar is lit up and the ceiling of the 4,500 square foot space is dripping with colorful faux foliage
Fridays and Saturdays runs from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m
Martinez is expanding this concept beyond Long Island with an outpost of Willy’s Azúcar Cuban Restaurant & Bar opening in El Salvador later this year
Azúcar "is not just sugar," Martinez said
so everybody knows what azúcar is — it’s a Cuban feeling
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A Long Island pizzeria that boasts glowing reviews from visitors and national critics is expanding
Taglio Pizza at 85 Mineola Boulevard in Mineola
Taglio Pizza
will open a second location in Massapequa Park later this year
Related: These Long Island Pizzerias Named Best For Regional Styles
Owner Rob Cervoni said the new location at 115 Front St
is being renovated to convert it from a former sushi restaurant to an artisanal Roman pizzeria
He hopes to open the new location in early December
Taglio Pizza has a 4.3 out of 5 rating on Yelp with reviews calling the slices "delicious," "mind-blowing," and "best I've ever eaten."
It's not just fans singing his glories. Cervoni was crowned a champion on the cooking show "Chopped" in 2022, and Taglio Pizza was named the third-best pizza in the county and the top 100 in the world by Top 50 Pizza
a common refrain in the restaurant's reviews is the difficulty of getting to the pizzeria
The new location should address those complaints
Taglio Pizza Massapequa Park restaurant is across the street from the Massapequa Train Station
Click here for more information on Taglio Pizza
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Massapequa Park has officially reopened after being closed for a month following an electrical fire
causing both panic and extensive damage throughout the store
I saw that the outlet was on fire,” said Lauren Prestia
“It was really scary,” said assistant manager Sophia Cavasinni
The two employees quickly jumped into action
using one and a half fire extinguishers to try to contain the flames
helping to turn off the store’s electricity before the fire department arrived and evacuated the building
Firefighters also had to break through a wall to make sure the flames were fully contained
the fire caused extensive damage to the building
“We had to replace our entire ceiling grid due to the smoke and soot from the fire,” said Dylan Perlman
25 and is celebrating with a grand reopening party on Saturday
to 4 p.m. Scroll down for photos from the fire and renovation
Photos courtesy of the Tropical Smoothie Cafe Massapequa Park team
Top: Tropical Smoothie staff Matt Diana and Sophia Cavasinni
Two decades into running Yours To Treasure in Massapequa Park
Kimberly Tritto continues to refine and respond to what customers want most at her small business
I redid the store and focused on being an all-in-one clothing and accessories boutique for women
well-organized 750-square-foot retail space features 75% clothes and 25% gifts for the home
A lifelong Long Islander married with two adult children ages 26 and 29
Tritto says she is essentially "a one-woman band" at her entrepreneurial venture
"You can’t do everything yourself all the time," she says
handles the Instagram account that expands the shop’s reach beyond the brick-and-mortar walls
Tritto currently doesn’t maintain a website
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was the realization of "a dream of mine." For the previous stay-at-home mom who’d also worked for an engineering firm
taking the entrepreneurial plunge in 2005 was a big challenge
"It’s a lot of work — always," she says
Tritto offers a thoughtfully curated selection of clothes
all priced to be affordable to encourage repeat customers
Along with poring through catalogs for fresh finds
Las Vegas and Nashville and keeps the shelves stocked with items that are distinct and different
"I love buying for the boutique," she says
Trittos says she’s learned and grown as the years have passed
"Running your own business is just great," she says
You have to put in a lot of time and effort
That’s a constant." With 20 years of experience and counting
Yours To Treasure, 1030-B Park Blvd., Massapequa Park, 516-541-2900, Instagram: @shopyourstotreasure
2024 at 12:26 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}A Virginia man was arrested in Massapequa Park for drunken driving with his children in the vehicle
NY — A man was arrested early Tuesday in Massapequa Park on a charge of Leandra's Law
was spotted just after midnight in a 2017 Ford Focus
abruptly changing lanes west on Sunrise Highway near Block Boulevard
An investigation that Olaleke was intoxicated and was arrested without incident
They were released to a family member who was also a passenger of the vehicle
Olaleke is charged with four counts of aggravated driving while intoxicated (child under 16)
four counts of endangering the welfare of a child and DWI first offense
He was scheduled to be arraigned on Tuesday at First District Court in Hempstead
2024 at 1:28 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}A fundraiser event will take in Massapequa on Oct
27 to bring awareness and support for breast cancer survivors
NY — Residents can join a charity walk to support breast cancer awareness
In commemoration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
the memorial walk to take place at Marjorie Post Community Park
a past president of the Massapequa Chamber of Commerce
Participants are asked to bring a non-perishable item for a food drive
with proceeds going to Mondays Cancer Care and Hewlett House