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A year ago, Long Island legislators dismissed Albany as the home of a government not of the people, but of “three men in a room.” And that wasn’t the first time that criticism was leveled; it’s been a perennial complaint. But now we’re lucky if we can get that many in a room, and even luckier if we know which three they are. more

4/8/10

Several community meetings are scheduled for tonight. Discussions will focus on the Coes Neck property cleanup, top left; the 1st Precinct lease, top right; and the Grand Avenue revitalization project.

Busy Tuesday in Baldwin

Four of Baldwin's most important issues will be discussed at community meetings tonight. At a meeting of the Baldwin Chamber of Commerce, Hempstead Senior Councilman Anthony Santino will discuss … more

Mike Russo | 3/16/10

Jackie Bell, president of the Baldwin Oaks Civic Association, was one of a dozen residents expressing opposition to a "sweetheart deal" they say Nassau County is giving a local landlord through a proposed lease for the new Nassau County 1st Police Precinct.

1st Precinct deal not done yet

By MIKE RUSSO There was no vote, but a dozen Baldwin residents still made their opposition known to the Nassau County Legislature, which was originally scheduled to vote Monday on a 60-year lease … more

Mike Russo | 11/18/09

Amara Woods proved that dragons don’t always have to be scary.

Halloween at Coes Neck

The Baldwin Oaks Civic Association hosted its annual Halloween Party in the Coes Neck Park Community Room on Oct. 31. The children of the community dressed in costumes, enjoyed treats and did … more

11/12/09

Legislator Kevan Abrahams told residents that their questions would be answered prior to any vote on the proposed 1st Precinct lease deal. To make sure that happens, residents, including Baldwin Oaks Civic Association President Jackie Bell, right, plan to attend next Monday’s meeting of the county Legislature.

Vote on precinct lease this Monday

A small group of Baldwin residents are preparing to take a stand against the Nassau County Legislature on Monday. Armed with feelings of outrage and tough questions, area residents plan … more

11/11/09

Residents were all ears as 5th L.D. candidate Chris Browne explained why he thinks the proposed 1st Precinct lease is a bad deal for taxpayers.

'It's a zero-zero for Baldwin'

A small gathering of residents expressed shock and outrage as details of the 1st Precinct lease were read off to them during a Baldwin Oaks Civic Association meeting held Oct. 29 at the Baldwin … more

Mike Russo | 10/30/09

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