Community Corner

May 6: House Explosion, Awards Ceremony

A rundown on today's big events.

Hello and TGIF Syosset! It's been a long week, but the weekend is so very close and it's almost time to kick back and relax.  

There is much going on today in and around your town so without further ado, here are just "5 Things" to keep in mind for Friday, May 6:

  1. Did you see the big story Thursday? at a Syosset home sent the owner of that home to the hospital with serious burn injuries. The man was identified as Brian Welsh, according to Nassau police. The cause of the explosion is still unknown. Check out video from the scene. 
  2. The are today at the in Woodbury from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Keynote speaker is CBS News National Correspondant Jim Axelrod, and there will be a live performance by American Idol Robert Rosen. Check out the event listing for more info. 
  3. The Syosset softball teams for a 4:15 p.m. game today.
  4. The Syosset boys lacrosse team this evening at 4:30 p.m.
  5. Stay with Patch today for updated stories - we'll have a list of the weekend's open houses, a rundown of Syosset High athletics, and more.

Have a great Friday. 

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