<p>Dominick Critelli, a decorated World War II veteran,&nbsp;will be knighted and awarded the French Legion of Honor for his courage and devotion in liberating France during World War II next month. NewsdayTV&rsquo;s Virginia Huie reports.&nbsp;</p>


Long Island

Nassau

LIDDAY240518_video

WWII veteran to be knighted for courage and devotion 

Floral Park

onecms:b2920a94-165e-4d44-8de9-a8df792702ba

Newsday

'I think about the people I left behind'

onecms_807b47c3-a25c-424b-a6a0-0bf655ebe218_f5f31b87-08f5-4375-8bf6-a3335fe8ea0b.jpg

Most Popular

Latest videos

Nassau video slot

Nassau County officials Wednesday assured the public that there will be a secure police presence at all T20 World Cup cricket matches at Eisenhower Park. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

'One of the tightest securities Nassau County has ever seen'

Dominick Critelli, a decorated World War II veteran, will be knighted and awarded the French Legion of Honor for his courage and devotion in liberating France during World War II next month. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

Gov. Kathy Hochul said the Jones Beach east bathhouse is to get a $100 million renovation with a focus on teaching kids to swim. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Hochul: Bathhouse to be renovated, focus on teaching kids to swim

The Navy's Blue Angels squadron arrived on Long Island ahead of the 2024 Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

'We want to put on a good show'

Sign up for the Nassau news this week newsletter

Nassau Newsletter Widget

Nassau police are looking at the 1981 disappearance of Audrey Chin, who recently was added to the database known as NamUs, the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System.

LI cold case gets renewed scrutiny from police

Nassau Article Bottom Module

Saturday's match between India and Bangladesh was the soft open of the Men's T20 World Cup at Eisenhower Park. But for some fans, it was more. "I feel the connection, to sport, to country. ... It's a portal," one said.

For cricket fans, a passion reignited at T20 World Cup warmup

Eisenhower Park's temporary stadium, set to host the 2024 Cricket World Cup, is game-ready, officials said. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

'It's baseball with a lot more fun'

The Cohen Children's Hospital Cohen Strong Mental Health Advocacy Program acknowledged efforts to start conversations about mental health and spread awareness of resources available to students. 

Students recognized for spreading awareness of mental health resources

The International Cricket Council Men's T20 World Cup features hours of competition over eight matches, and runs until June 12.

Photos: Cricket T20 World Cup at Eisenhower Park

Educators cite more affordable tuition and an emphasis on research as attractions of the system.

By the numbers: Nearly 70,000 Long Islanders attend SUNY schools

Lopez was set to play UBS Arena in August.

J.Lo cancels tour: 'I am completely heartsick'

Nassau Video Playlist

The families of Sam Cullen and Suzie Kedar remember the couple, who were about to be engaged. "They had their whole life ahead of them," said Shari Cullen, Sam Cullen's mother.

'We really lost two beautiful souls'

Hofstra students and faculty held pro-Palestinian protests on campus Monday, chanting "free Palestine." NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.  

'Free Palestine'

Nancy and William Peter of Merrick, remember their son Matthew, a Long Islander who is being honored for his impact in Albany. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

'He was always into some kind of service'

A Nassau judge said she was considering additional penalties against the owners of Cold Spring Hills nursing home after the facility ignored a contempt order for failing to make a $2.65 million payment.

On the hook for at least $2.6M

According to Port Washington's fire chief, two teens on a boat came across three men in Manhasset Bay after they capsized. The teens pulled them from the frigid waters to safety.

3 men rescued from Manhasset Bay

Chemical drums buried at Bethpage Community Park are being removed. The DEC said the drums do not present any health threats to the public. 

Cleanup at the park

The Carle Place Fire Dept. on Sunday held an open training session to entice new volunteer recruits. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

'I think public service is everybody's responsibility'

A mini school bus caught fire on Stewart Avenue in Westbury. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

What started a Westbury mini school bus fire?

Drew Hassenbein and Ethan Falkowitz were honored by the Jewish Sports Heritage Association during a ceremony in Lawrence. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

Roslyn teens killed in car crash posthumously honored at ceremony

A federal judge denied Bruce Blakeman's request for a temporary restraining order preventing NYS Attorney General Letitia James from blocking his executive order barring transgender females from participating in girls and women's sports at county parks and facilities.

Blakeman's request denied by federal judge

At least six 55-gallon drums were discovered buried in Oyster Bay, raising concerns about the extent of toxic pollution at the one-time Grumman Aerospace dumping grounds. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Graveyard for contamination'

Capt. Hugh Stephens, of Glen Cove, served as a Merchant Marine in World War II and later taught at SUNY Maritime before retiring at age 97. On Tuesday, a surprise celebration was held at the Glen Cove Senior Center to celebrate his 100th birthday. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

'He keeps getting younger as he gets older' 

Homepage Trending

Complete coverage: Trump trial

Rangers' playoffs coverage

Cricket T20 World Cup on LI

Read Newsday's summer Fun Book

<a href="https://www.newsday.com/video/newsdaytv-top-stories">Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories</a>

Newsday TV

NewsdayTV Top Item

NewsdayTV meteorologists Bill Korbel and Rich Von Ohlen tell you what to expect this season.

Prepare yourself for the 2024 hurricane season

Nassau - megaslot

Keep up to date with news and happenings in Nassau County, including crime, politics, entertainment and more.