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Park grove pays tribute to Jason Vitale
A new feature was added to Milburn Pond Park last week in honor of an involved community member who died last year. It’s called Vitale Grove. A new bench, surrounded by freshly planted …
Baldwin's shoreline stabilization project plans are evolving
Construction to begin soon
A construction project to fortify the shoreline near Baldwin Harbor Town Park is expected to move forward in the coming months. Town of Hempstead Engineering Commissioner Doug Tuman said at a …
Safe Health Educators hosts grand opening in Baldwin
Baldwin welcomed a new business earlier this month: Safe Health Educators. A leading training provider to front-line health care workers, Safe Health Educators hosted a grand opening of their …
Baldwin man arrested for robbery, kidnapping
A Baldwin man was arrested for robbery, kidnapping and other charges on Oct. 15 at around 1:55 a.m. Mohammed Negadi, 29, of Jefferson Place, was in a car with two female acquaintances, 47 and 44, …
Audit finds that Bethany House violated state and federal rules
County Comptroller’s office releases report of Baldwin nonprofit
The Nassau County Comptroller’s office released an audit report of Bethany House, a Baldwin-based nonprofit that provides shelter and services for homeless women and children, some of whom have …
It’s Judy Griffin vs. Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick for Assembly District 21
Former Malverne deputy mayor and village trustee Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick is challenging incumbent New York State Assemblywoman Judy Griffin for a seat representing the 21st Assembly District. …
Where to vote (early) in Nassau County
Election Day is a little less than two weeks away, but thanks to a series of reforms passed by the State Legislature in 2019, Nassau County residents can vote before Nov. 3. Starting Saturday, …
Baldwin revitalization projects list is finalized
Town of Hempstead and state officials joined residents and consultants via Zoom on Oct. 14 to finalize the list of projects to be submitted to the state for approval as part of the Downtown …
Experiencing the first virtual Relay for Life of Baldwin
The coronavirus pandemic wasn’t stopping a group of people set out to make a difference. The Relay for Life of Baldwin took place on Aug. 22, but this time, virtually. The Baldwin community …
Baldwinite runs 40th London Marathon — virtually
Baldwinite Hareesha Boyagodage was supposed to travel to London in April to run in the 40th London Marathon, but the coronavirus pandemic changed his plans. Organizers postponed the marathon to …
Herald Endorsements
Re-elect Judy Griffin in Assembly District 21
The Herald endorses State Assemblywoman Judy Griffin in the race for the seat in the 21st District. In her first term, Griffin has been a forceful advocate for her constituents in Albany, …
Editorial
Say goodbye to ‘Lady’ on our sports pages
Late last month, we at the Herald were jolted when a senior at Kennedy High School, in Bellmore, called on school officials — and the local media — to stop referring to girls’ sports teams at Kennedy as the “Lady Cougars.”
Editorial
Herd immunity, a recipe for further disaster
Consider the number 675,000 for a moment. That’s the number of people in the United States who died during the flu pandemic of 1918-19. Could the U.S. be headed for such widespread death again?
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Open tai chi class-forever tai chi!
Tai Chi Class-all levels! Tai Chi and Qigong (deep breathing) have been proven to improve flexibility, reduce stress, lower blood pressure and increase stamina. Join us every Wednesday and Saturday to learn traditional Tai Chi and …