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Community gardens nourish our neighborhoods

Improving the environment doesn’t always entail a big undertaking. It can start small, with local, eco-friendly initiatives like . . . more

By Michaelle Solages | 11/16/23

Beth Ricciardi, of the Cornell Cooperative Extension Program, shows community members the process of the composting barrel at the Baldwin Community Garden on April 15.

Baldwin neighbors, how does your garden grow?

Hopefully much improved after a dozen people attended and learned how to prepare a garden for a new growing season and the basics of backyard composting from Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County at the Baldwin Community Garden, behind’s the community’s historical society on Grand Avenue on April 15. more

4/23/23

Phil Kingsbury, of Wantagh, in 2017 on the Wantagh Parkway mixed-use path that leads to the Ocean Parkway Greenway. On Tuesday, Governor Cuomo announced a 10-mile, $16.2 million extension of the greenway.

Governor: Ocean Parkway Greenway to get 10-mile, $16.2M extension

The Ocean Parkway Coastal Greenway, a path that extends east of Jones Beach for bicyclists, runners and walkers, is expected to get a 10-mile, $16.2 million extension by 2021, according to Gov. … more

By Scott Brinton | 10/2/19

Congress must renew the Zadroga Act

After the World Trade Center collapsed in a fireball on Sept. 11, 2001, a cloud of toxic dust enveloped Lower Manhattan. That dust contained a witches’ brew of cancer-causing agents . . . more

7/15/15

In Merrick, floodwaters reached as far north as Merrick Road during Hurricane Sandy, spreading saltwater everywhere and stressing plants like this hydrangea outside the Merrick CVS. Though many plants appear to be dead, they could very well make a comeback in June or early July, experts say.

Saving stressed-out plants after Hurricane Sandy

When Hurricane Sandy struck on Oct. 29, it inundated thousands of South Shore yards with saltwater, which is awful for lawns and most plants. Over the past 4½ months, homeowners have watched helplessly as their hydrangeas have shriveled up, their boxwoods have turned rust-colored and their grass has become a mottled patch of brown and more brown. In many cases, years’ worth of yard work, valued at thousands of dollars, was seemingly destroyed in a single night. more

By Scott Brinton | 3/14/13

For Sandy victims, promises aren't enough

More than four months after Hurricane Sandy, many homes along the South Shore remain in shambles. Countless businesses still have not reopened. more

3/7/13

Principal Lori Presti and Steele students throw the first shovel of dirt into the hole.

A new tree grows at Baldwin's Steele School

After losing several trees during the storm this spring, Steele School received a maple tree through a grant from the Cornell Cooperative Extension. In honor of Arbor Day, Steele held a planting ceremony with all grades in attendance. Director of Facilities Michael Sheehan told the students to remember this day in the years to come when they pass by Steele School and see the sapling grow into a strong, large tree that will provide shade for future Steele School students. more

8/5/10

Rodolfo Valentin: transforming your hair

Reminiscent of ancient Rome, this exquisite multi-level salon and day spa provides myriad luxurious services, amenities and products. more

Teri-Ann Loeser | 5/20/10

Going organic for a greener lawn

Ah, spring! The weather warms. The robins return. People plant pansies. And the whir of lawnmowers can be heard for miles around. Yes, folks, it’s that time of year again to start caring for … more

4/3/10

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