Security measures in place, blue line painted ahead of TCS NYC Marathon
Maria Gomez
Maria Gomez
Bureau Chief · Garden City, NY
Maria Gomez has over 15 years of experience in local journalism, having previously served as the editor for the Hempstead Herald and a contributor to Newsday. She graduated from Long Island University with a degree in Journalism and has a passion for engaging with the diverse voices of Garden City. Maria believes that community journalism plays a crucial role in shaping local identity.
More from Maria →Bureau Chief · Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 3:09 PM · 1 min read
Final preparations are underway for Sunday's TCS New York City Marathon, with crews painting the iconic blue line along the 26.2-mile course and setting up the finish line in Central Park.