Wantagh, NY News & Events
Check out Wantagh restaurants, events, weather, high school sports and more Nassau County news.
Man acquitted in mother's death but defense seeks dismissal of other charges
Michael Rainford McDougall was acquitted of manslaughter in the death of 85-year-old mother, Carmel McDougall, but was convicted of endangering the welfare of an elderly person.
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AG: Video footage disproves woman's claim about bar exam heart attack response
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What's it like to be an NFL practice squad player? These LIers can tell you
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Teddy Fitzgerald, Brandon Curtis help lift South Side
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Kellenberg boys soccer strikes early in Firebird Invitational win
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Upcoming Events
Bright Night in the Park
Dec13
Tree lighting, ornament hanging, music and refreshments, ornaments in memory of pets passed will be available for purchase (arrive 15 minutes early for pick up and personalization)
Floral Park defeats SJB at Firebird Invitational to stay undefeated
New 9/11 memorial keeps tribute going to fallen Nassau firefighters
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9 people displaced by Hempstead fire
'We could do this': A look back at when LI women played pro baseball in a league of their own
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Popular drive-thru coffee spot opens 2nd LI location
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Waterside burger bar opens on LI
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16 hidden restaurants worth seeking out on LI
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Photos: Nassau Conference II football — Bellmore JFK at Long Beach
Long Beach football cruises past Bellmore JFK with help of Brody Riedel, Brody Juan
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Robbery in South Hempstead leaves person in critical condition
Bicyclist critically injured in crash with drug-impaired driver in Inwood, police say
DOT: Sunrise Highway overnight closures for 4 weeks
'These stories need to be told'
Popular vintage shop opens outpost in hair salon
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50-spot! Jack Ryan, Tyler Marquart lead Carle Place football past Lawrence
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Photos: Nassau Conference IV football — Lawrence at Carle Place
Jason Vorfi strikes twice for Port Washington boys soccer to beat Freeport
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Photos: Nassau boys soccer — Port Washington at Freeport
How much do things cost at the new Belmont Park?
Buried treasures: 12 hidden LI shops worth visiting
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Ross Dress for Less opening 2 more LI stores
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Ex-owner of mob-linked restaurant wins $6 million in police abuse case
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2 hurt when fire damages Nassau home
'Traitors' Joe: LI's Joe Vanella has eye on the prize
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Over 500 teams battle in beach volleyball to raise money for children with cancer, special needs
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High voltage color: A look at the iconic neon signs of LI
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3 LI school districts targeted by new 'Cat in the Hat' hoax
Must-see concerts with Ringo Starr, more this fall
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Luke Martini does it all in Wantagh's comeback victory over Plainedge
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Photos: Wantagh at Plainedge — Nassau Conference III football
Top 100 Long Island boys soccer players for 2026
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Top 10 LI field hockey teams to begin the 2026 season
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They left LI. Here's what they gained — and gave up.
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LI teen pleads guilty to beating neighbor to death
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From under-the-radar to kid-friendly, hike these LI nature trails this fall
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Keeping the summer vibes alive after Labor Day
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An explosion of deer threatens Nassau's North Shore. Should hunting laws change?
Once confined to eastern Suffolk, the deer are moving farther west into Nassau and prompting calls to loosen hunting laws.
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Fall Fun Book: Festivals, farms and 20+ more ways to celebrate the season
'We could do this': A look back at when LI women played pro baseball in a league of their own
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When will NYS utility rebate checks start going out?
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