NEIGHBORS IN THE NEWS

Manhasset Al Fresco

Manhasset Al Fresco is back for its last event on North Plandome this Sunday, Sept. 10 from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. with outdoor dining and a movie night. Events in North Plandome take place from Webster Ave/ Colonial Pkwy to Maple Pl/ Hillside Ave. Street parking is available and additional free parking is available at the Town Hall parking lot on Andrew Street.

North Hempstead NY’s website provides a description of Manhasset Al Fresco:

“This is part of the Town’s “Lift Up Local” initiative, which was designed by North Hempstead’s internal Business Recovery Response Workgroup. The group’s goal is to find ways to help businesses that have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Workgroup, which includes members of the Town Board, have helped establish dining in local parks, expanded outdoor dining

North Shore University Hospital Receives Top Marks

Seven Northwell Health hospitals have received four-star or better ratings from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) – led by three five-star hospitals on Long Island – as part of its 2023 Five-Star Quality Rating System, which were announced today.

the American Nurses Credentialing Center, which spotlights excellence in nursing. CMS gave North Shore high ratings for mortality and safety of care.

programs, created a “parklet” sidewalk dining extension program as well as facilitated street closures to help attract customers.”

For more information and rain date information, please call 311.

—Information compiled by Olivia Rainson

Upcoming Live At Five

The Science Museum of Long Island is hosting its third annual Live at Five outdoor concert series on Sept.7 from 5 to 9 p.m. Featuring live music, food trucks, science activities, and local vendors, the concert tickets are $15.

A statement from the Science Museum website describes the event:

“The joy in the air is palpable as guests of all ages come together on the Great Lawn of the Leeds Pond Preserve to enjoy live music, tasty food and drinks, explore our walking trails, connect with nature, and engage in experiential science activities with SMLI’s friendly and energetic staff who bring science to life for hundreds of children each day. All while partaking in some good old-fashioned fun while watching the sun set over Manhasset Bay.”

The schedule is as follows:

5 p.m.: Doors open

5:30-6:30 p.m.: Opening entertainment and activities

5-8 p.m.: Food court is open

8 p.m.: Doors close

7-9 p.m.: Headliner act performs

The lead performer is the Allmost Brothers. Online ticket sales close at 4:30 on the day of the event, but tickets can be purchased for an additional $5 at the door.

—Information compiled from the Science Museum of Long Island (smli.org)

“Northwell Health analyzes the results of each hospital’s CMS report each year, internalizes them, course corrects where needed and strives to reach higher,” said Michael Dowling, Northwell’s president and CEO. “I’m proud to say this was our best showing yet as a health system. Three CMS five-star hospitals on Long Island alone proves our commitment to quality care and excellent outcomes, from the environmental service workers and cooks to our nurses and clinicians.”

North Shore University Hospital, celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2023, is a Level I trauma center and teaching hospital that treats more than 90,000 patients each year. It is home to the Sandra Atlas Bass Heart Hospital, the Katz Women’s Hospital, neurosurgery, multi-organ transplant services and one of the busiest emergency departments in the New York Metropolitan area. It is a Magnet-recognized hospital by

Overall, four Northwell hospitals improved their CMS rating: Mather and North Shore moved up while Staten Island University Hospital jumped from three to four stars and Plainview improved to three stars.

“Quality remains job No. 1 for all Northwell Health team members, so it’s gratifying to see seven hospitals perform so strongly across the board,” said Peter Silver, MD, senior vice president and chief quality officer at Northwell Health. “We take patient care outcomes and safety, efficient processes and patient experience seriously. The latest CMS star ratings bear that out, but it’s a never-ending journey toward excellence.”

The health system’s initiatives to improve quality at its hospitals include a focus on infection prevention, efforts to improve recognition and treatment of sepsis, growing the flu vaccination rate among employees as well as transforming dining services and environmental enhancements.

—Submitted by Northwell Health

Speed Limit Change In Munsey Park

The Village of Munsey Park has recently changed the speed limit in the neighborhood to 25 miles per hour instead of 30 miles per hour. Amending the 188-4 Village Code of the Incorporated Village of Munsey Park, the limit has been changed in a new law filing.

The law was put into effect on June 12, 2023, but many citizens are still concerned about the speed of traffic moving through their neighborhood. However, many have reported police using an unmarked car on Manhasset Woods Road and neighboring streets in attempts to enforce this law.

—Information compiled by Olivia Rainson