News Nearby: Lemonade Stand for a Good Cause, Anti-Bullying Musical

While you've been busy checking out the top news on Farmingdale Patch, a lot has been going on in nearby communities that's worth mentioning. 

Here's a look:

Lemonade Stand Profits to Help Build Rain Garden at Parkway School

East Meadow Girl Scout Troop 1169 will hold a lemonade stand Aug. 31 to raise funds to build a rain garden at Parkway School. The stand will be set up at A Taste of Home Bakery in N. Bellmore between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Click here for more.

Former Seaford Football Star Ready for Next Chapter

The Seaford High School Football team’s first game will be Sept. 12, but they will be going to battle without star Nick Fischetti, who is now a freshman at SUNY Maritime in the Bronx. Click here for more.

Merrick Woman Creates Anti-Bullying Musical

Lyle Cogen of Merrick will be touring her one-woman musical, "Sticks & Stones," this fall to help children identify, respond to and prevent bullying behaviors. Click here for more.

Police Warn Residents of Phone Scam

Nassau County Police have issued a phone scam warning after receiving an increase in calls from residents who have been victimized. Click here for more. 

North Bellmore Boy Receives State Senate Liberty Medal

David Collins, an 11-year-old North Bellmore resident who rescued a boy from drowning  at a graduation party in June, was presented the New York State Senate Liberty Medal. Click here for more.

Village Residents Weigh in on Emergency Care Facility

The issue that dominated Monday's Massapequa Park Village Board meeting wasn't even on the agenda. Click here for more.