Feb. 25: Bank Robbed Again, Mules Win Big, Kids' Weekend Planner and More!

Friday is finally here, Malverne and West Hempstead residents, but before you unplug for the weekend, check out the top stories and events happening today.

We've got a repeat robbery at a West Hempstead bank, the Mules' dominant win in the Conference finals, fun activities for your kids that are close by and more.

Here's the top five things to know for Feb. 25.

1. Repeat Robbery: They say lightning doesn't strike the same place twice, but apparently bank robberies do. The Capital One branch located on Hempstead Turnpike in West Hempstead was robbed for the second time in the same week on Thursday. for the full story.
2. Conference Champs: The Malverne Mules became the Class B Conference Champions yesterday, pulling off a dominant win over Wheatley. The varsity boys basketball team will now advance to the Long Island Championship. Patch will have the game story, photos and video at 11 a.m. today.
3. Kids' Activities: It isn't always easy finding fun and local activities for your kids, but Patch is here to help. At 12:30 p.m., get our Grab & Go Kids Agenda for a comprehensive list of weekend attractions in the neighborhood that your children will enjoy.
4. Lots of Pots: The brutal winter has wreaked havoc on our roads, creating an exceptional amount of pot holes that the Malverne DPW and the Town of Hempstead have had to address. Get Patch's report on their progress so far and find out what streets still need to be repaired at 4 p.m. today.
5. Local Deals: Patch has hunted down savings for you at local stores. Check out our Frugal Family column today to learn about some of the best deals in the neighborhood this week.

Have a great weekend and don't forget to visit Patch on Saturday and Sunday to find out about the top government news this week in Nassau County and the Town of Hempstead, learn how you can adopt a shelter animal in need of a home and see what homes in the neighborhood recently sold.