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Mostly Cloudy Baldwinite returns from Peace Corps trip amid pandemic
Service in Ethiopia cut short
Baldwin resident Tim Koch was supposed to serve with the Peace Corps in Ethiopia until September 2021, but the global outbreak of Covid-19 cut his trip short. He returned home to his family in …
Funeral homes watch families grieve alone
Pandemic changes ways families grieve
Everything seems to be different during the coronavirus pandemic, including funerals and burials. Business has increased dramatically, local funeral directors acknowledge, because of Covid-19. …
IDA gives developer green light for Long Beach Superblock project
Negotiations will start for PILOT agreement
The Nassau County Industrial Development Agency gave preliminary approval Tuesday night to a proposal by Garden City developer Engel Burman to build a major development of condominiums and apartments …
Gov. Cuomo: Covid-19 has killed twice as many in N.Y. as 9/11
Drop in hospitalization rate may point to a plateau, though
The number of Covid-19 deaths spiked to its highest overnight number yet from Tuesday into Wednesday, with 779 losing their lives, Governor Cuomo said Wednesday. That deadly night brought the …
Why is this seder different from all other seders? Because on this seder, we observe social distancing
Erika Prafder, a marketing and communications director for her synagogue, Temple Zion, in Long Beach, is no stranger to the traditions of Passover and organizing a large seder meal for family and …
Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce, education foundation form a partnership
The Lynbrook Excellence in Education Foundation has partnered with the Chamber of Commerce with a goal of fostering business growth in the community while supporting future education endeavors for students in the village.
Long Island counseling groups offer remote services for their patients
In the weeks since all “non-essential” businesses in New York state were closed until at least April 30 because of the coronavirus pandemic, mental health organizations have had to adjust the way they offer treatment while also ensuring that their patients know that help is available.
Oceanside musician's Sunday concerts on Facebook Live support businesses, medical professionals and first responders
On Sunday evenings, local residents can enjoy a concert without leaving home. Jonathan Rizzo, of Oceanside, presents a weekly performance at 9 p.m. on Facebook Live and Instagram, encouraging those watching to send in their requests, and their donations.
Freeport has dealt with a pandemic before
While the COVID-19 virus pandemic may seem like a novel occurrence, it is not the first disease to cause major shutdowns in the village of Freeport. The influenza epidemic of 1918 — also …
Stuck at home, Valley Streamers switch up their exercise routines
Among the myriad disruptions the coronavirus epidemic has inflicted on everyday life, the statewide closure of gyms has dealt a stinging blow to the fitness minded. Now, stuck at home following …
June Regents exam canceled for 2019 - 20 school year
The New York State Board of Regents passed a series of measures on April 6 aimed at easing the burden on school districts during the coronavirus epidemic, including the suspension of Regents exams …
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Kaminsky hosts emergency food drive through
Because of the Covid-19 health crisis, State Sen. Todd Kaminsky, a Democrat who represents the Five Towns, will hold an emergency food drive to benefit families within the 9th Senate District. Suggested donations include gift cards, fresh, canned or boxed food, toiletries and personal items and cleaning supplies.
Dean Skelos, citing coronavirus fears, seeks early release from prison
Former State Senator Dean Skelos, of Rockville Centre, is seeking early release from federal prison due to concerns of the coronavirus pandemic, according to court papers.
Oceansiders show compassion for essential workers via virtual message board
Oceanside School District staff, students and community members are showing their appreciation for essential workers with a virtual bulletin board.
Missy Miller asks for gift card donations
To help feed people or families that are worrying about having enough to eat during the business shutdown because of the coronavirus outbreak, State Assemblywoman Missy Miller, (R-Atlantic Beach), is …
Help with New York Guard appreciation packages
The New York Guard Association wants to put together care packages for State Guard soldiers who are currently on active duty working with the National Guard on Operation COVID-19.
Op-Ed
I’m proud of our LIRR workers
As another week has passed, and as we fight through this pandemic together, I continue to think about our Long Island Rail Road workforce, which continually rises to the challenge.
Overcoming tragedy and becoming stronger
One of the items on the Passover Seder plate is an egg. It’s not one of the foods we’re commanded to eat on Passover, and no mention of it is made during the Seder meal itself. So why is …
Editorial
Governor Cuomo, Main Street needs a hand
Covid-19 has completely changed the way we all live. But along with worrying about keeping themselves and their families healthy, thousands of small business owners across New York state are losing sleep over . . .
Send the Herald your stories, photos of how you're coping with the coronavirus
The coronavirus outbreak has vastly altered our daily routines. Parents are at home. Children are at home. College students are at home. All must stay put, we are told, for now. People are making …
Comprehensive Audiology: ‘we’re still here for you’
Hearing loss could cause anxiety for a person at any time, but even more so during this time of physical isolation, said Dr. Esther Fogel. That’s why, although her Lynbrook practice, Comprehensive Audiology, is currently closed due to the coronavirus, she is still taking calls and emails to assist her patients however she can.
Central Orthopedic continues on with telemedicine
Although more and more people are staying home due to the coronavirus, Central Orthopedic, an orthopedic surgery practice in Rockville Centre, has “taken a medical oath to treat our patients,” said Dr. Jordan Kerker.
Heralds seek 2020 summer interns
Herald Community Newspapers is seeking 2020 and summer interns for our 18 community-based publications that stretch across Nassau County’s South Shore, from Valley Stream to Seaford, and Long …