Here are the top five stories for Dec. 7.
- Fire Commission Elections: Patch recently sat down with West Hempstead Commissioner Sue Scognamiglio, who is running for re-election Tuesday against challenger Avi Rosman. See what she had to say about her experience and why she deserves another term later today.
- Ed Burns: Before Billy Crystal arrives in Lynbrook Monday to showcase his new film, actor and filmmaker Ed Burns will be coming to the Malverne Cinema 4 on Sunday to present his new moview. Click here for the story.
- Open Houses: Get a snapshot later today of the homes in Malverne, West Hempstead and Lynbrook that are on the market and on display this weekend.
- Malverne Police: Later today look for the latest crime report from the Malverne Police Department.
- Santa Breakfast and Menorah Lightings: The village of Lynbrook is holding three Breakfast with Santa seatings Saturday morning, Dec. 8. Contact the Recreation Department at 516-599-8000 to see if tickets are still available. Both Malverne and Lynbrook will be holding menorah lightings Saturday night, at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. respectively, to celebrate the first night of Hanukkah.
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