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An emotional Joseph Magaraci hugs West Hempstead education board trustee Kurt Rockensies after his narrow victory Tuesday night.

Voters are deciding the fate of budgets and board of education candidates across Long Island today, Tuesday, May 16. Polls close at 9 p.m. Visit the Herald for updated results as soon as they … more

By Mark Nolan | 5/16/23

Lakeview Fire Department volunteers battling the house fire on the second floor Saturday morning. Chief Michael Joyce said there was damage to a bedroom on the second floor.

A Lakeview house caught fire. Who was rescued from the blaze?

A teenager and the family dog were rescued from a house fire Saturday morning in Lakeview. First responders found the teen and dog inside the burning house on Melvin Avenue, officials … more

By Mark Nolan | 5/7/23

Officials told the public during a community meeting April 27 that a traffic light will be installed on Woodfield Road to make the road safer for pedestrians and motorists alike. At the podium, far left, is Maureen Greenberg, president of the West Hemp-stead Community Support Association. Seated are Nassau County Police Sergeant Ryan Surillo, Neil Rosenblatt of the association, Inspector Greg Stephanoff, Legisla-tor John Giuffré, and Kenneth Arnold of the Nassau County Department of Public Works.

What's the plan to make a West Hempstead road safe?

A traffic light will be installed on Woodfield Road, thanks to a joint effort by the public, the West Hempstead Community Support Association, and elected officials. The new light will … more

By Nicole Formisano | 5/7/23

Kerry Nugent stands beside new furniture that was put in the renovated children’s room, which re-opened on March 24.

Library children's room renovation is complete. Find out just how amazing it is!

Community members are rejoicing after completion of a three-month-long renovation of the children’s room at West Hempstead Public Library. Regina Mascia, director of the library, said she … more

By Ben Fiebert | 4/30/23

Journalist Marvin Kalb interviewing the late Elie Wiesel.

Noted Holocaust survivor honored. A remembrance was held for all victims.

Hundreds attended Shaaray Shalom in West Hempstead this past Saturday as the temple hosted a Holocaust Remembrance Day event. Shaaray Shalom partnered with the Jewish Community Relations Council … more

By Ben Fiebert | 4/30/23

The candidates for this year's board of education election in West Hempstead.

These West Hempstead candidates want your vote. Read about their ideas.

There are two seats up for election in this year’s West Hempstead board of education race. The election takes place Tuesday, May 16 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Incumbent Joseph Magaraci is seeking … more

By Mark Nolan | 4/30/23

A flyer with details about the upcoming street fair.

Need something to do with the kids? Here comes a street festival!

The third annual Nassau Boulevard Street Fair will be held Sunday, April 30 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., an event that draws plenty of families and kids in search of outdoor spring fun. The event, … more

By Mark Nolan | 4/30/23

Steve Labossiere, left, of Custom Protective Services and Jesse Valdes.

Need a job? Hempstead Town offered a job fair!

HempsteadWorks recently held a job fair, which was described as the most successful to date — with more than 80 businesses participating, 3,000 people attending and hundreds of applications … more

By Nicole Formisano | 4/30/23

Need something fun for the kids? Here comes a street fair!

The third annual Nassau Boulevard Street Fair will be held Sunday, April 30 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., an event that draws plenty of families and kids in search of outdoor spring fun. The event, … more

By Mark Nolan | 4/30/23

The rifle police said Kevin Mackey of Lakeview was holding when police arrived.

Man arrested in Lakeview. Find out what he allegedly had in his possession.

A Lakeview man was arrested early Saturday morning for allegedly stealing a rifle, according to Nassau County police. Police received a report of a possible burglary in progress on Thrush … more

By Mark Nolan | 4/30/23