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Taylor Parides, a graduate of Baldwin High School’s class of 2020, will deliver the commencement speech for her graduation from Rochester Institute of Technology in sign language on May 10.

Taylor Parides of Baldwin to give commencement speech in sign language

Taylor Parides, ignited by her encounter with her first deaf teacher during her sophomore year at Baldwin High School in 2017, unearthed a profound passion for American Sign Language. This discovery became the cornerstone of her journey into the world of communication and inclusivity. more

By Hernesto Galdamez | 5/10/24

Assemblyman Brian Curran honored four students in the Baldwin school district for their contributions to the community. From left, Curran, Jovani Fernandez-Garcia, Keeyan Weekes, Samiah Banjo and Maekyla Massey

Brian Curran honors four from Baldwin school district

Assemblyman Brian Curran honored four students— Jovani Fernandez Garcia, Keeyan Weekes, Maekyla Massey, and Samisah Banjo—from the Baldwin school district for their contributions to the community last month. more

By Hernesto Galdamez | 5/10/24

Franklin Williams, Elijah Dawson, Kingston Patterson, Jadon Geevarghese, Kyleigh Sookdeo and Gabriel Sookdeo of the Baldwin School district came out to the cleanup and planting event.

PHOTOS: Baldwin Lions Club clean-up LIRR station

Members of the Baldwin Lions Club, along with volunteers, converged at the Baldwin Long Island Rail Road Station for a collaborative clean-up and flower planting initiative on May 5. more

5/10/24

Water quality was on the table at a meeting last month with the League of Women Voters of East Nassau.

Addressing Long Island drinking water issues, concerns

A packed house attended a meeting on April 17 with the League of Women Voters of East Nassau to learn about the pressing issues of water quality and consumption on Long Island. more

By Rachel Bamgbose | 5/10/24

Carol Urban, librarian at Baldwin Public Library, organizes the books for patrons.

PHOTOS: Book giveaway at Baldwin public library

The Spring Book Giveaway event at Baldwin Public Library on May 4th was eagerly anticipated as community members joined in the Library’s Community Room for another installment of this tradition. more

5/10/24

For a century and a half, the Calvary Protestant Church in Baldwin has been a cornerstone, providing solace, guidance and support to generations of area residents. This month it celebrates 150 years.

Celebrating 150 years of Calvary Protestant Church in Baldwin

Discover the heart of Baldwin at Calvary Protestant Church, a cherished haven for spiritual renewal and community solace. more

By Hernesto Galdamez | 5/3/24

A two-time survivor of the World Trade Center attacks, Baldwin native Clifton Palm served oversees in Germany with the military police. In his free time, he coached the Baldwin Little League team.

Baldwin native, World Trade Center survivor, Clifton Palm, 81

Baldwin native and alum Clifton S. Palm made an impact on his community through his steadfast acts of service and a unique talent for distinguishing authenticity. more

4/25/24

Gianna Grullon of Baldwin recently helped spread joy to sick children by writing handcrafted letters.

Baldwin native Gianna Grullon writes letters for sick children

Baldwin native and Alvernia University student Gianna Grullon is spreading joy to sick children through handcrafted letters. more

4/25/24

Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages joins lawmakers and supporters like Assemblyman David Weprin, at left, and state Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal, at right, last month to call on her colleagues to support the Local Journalism Sustainability Act. A version of this measure was included in the finalized state budget that was approved this weekend by Gov. Kathy Hochul and state lawmakers.

State budget includes $90 million local media tax credit

New York unveils groundbreaking payroll tax credit for local news outlets, boosting journalism sustainability and democracy. more

STAFF REPORT | 4/20/24

Baldwin native Michael White’s work can be seen throughout the community he once called home. Though he now lives in New Jersey, he receives inquiries from people looking for art that depicts their childhood homes.

From Baldwin to Red Bank: Michael White Keeps Long Island memories alive through his artwork

Though he now lives in Red Bank, New Jersey, Baldwin native Michael White, 54, maintains a strong connection to his Long Island roots from 70 miles away — through his art. more

By Hernesto Galdamez | 4/19/24

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