Feb. 24: Burglary Arrests, Ocean Avenue Crash, Vacant Store and More

There's good news to report this week regarding the recent string of burglaries in Nassau County. Plus, we continue our vacant store series, look at a film shooting in Malverne-West Hempstead and more.

Read our top headlines for Feb. 24 to learn about these stories and others.

1. Burglary Arrests: Nassau County Police announced Thursday that they have arrested 77 individuals in the past eight weeks that they say are responsible for burglaries in the area, including three that occurred in West Hempstead. for the story. 
2. Ocean Avenue Crash: Two drivers were injured in an accident on Ocean Avenue Friday morning near the Malverne-Lynbrook border. for the story.
3. Vacant Store: Our series, "Empty in Malverne-West Hempstead," continues you today as we take a look at another vacant commercial property in the neighborhood and ask readers what they would like to see open there. Look for the story this afternoon.
4. Feature Film: Filmmakers Steve Strangio and Dan Marquardt are back, and they are leaving the short film genre behind to embark on their first full-length independent movie. They'll be shooting the project in Malverne and West Hempstead and giving their audience a chance to get involved in the process. to learn more.
5. Best Wings: We've extended the voting period for our best wings in Malverne-West Hempstead contest. to show your support for your favorite wing-slinging deli or restaurant.