Wheatley Heights, NY News & Events

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Only in NewsdaySoaring NY car insurance rates drive some to shop for deals, others to drop coverage

Many Long Island residents are navigating car insurance rates even higher than the state average, with premiums in areas like Inwood reaching $4,464 in 2024—52% higher than the year before.

2 LI districts considering closing schools 2m read

Familiar face appointed to fill vacancy on Babylon Village Board 1m read

Webb's buzzer-beating three lifts Wyandanch boys hoops over Amityville1m read

Photos: Amityville-Wyandanch boys hoops

Upcoming Events

Thursday, January 16

Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration: Day of Service

Jan20

The Mothers Club of Wheatley Heights and Concerned Fathers Association will present poetry, music and songs honoring Martin Luther King, Jr., register starting Dec. 17

Where

Half Hollow Hills Community Library - Dix Hills Branch

55 Vanderbilt Pkwy.

Dix Hills, NY

Phone

631-421-4530

Price

free

Website

Black History Month Celebration

Feb16

The Mothers Club of Wheatley Heights and Concerned Fathers Association will celebrate African American Heritage, learn about the rich contributions of past pioneers, present leaders and their impact on our country, register starting Jan. 28

Where

Half Hollow Hills Community Library - Dix Hills Branch

55 Vanderbilt Pkwy.

Dix Hills, NY

Phone

631-421-4530

Price

free

Website

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Thursday, January 16

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