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Paul Yanantuono has held nearly every role in the department, including chief, captain, and commissioner. His father, Paul Sr., also served as chief, and his sons, Craig and Thomas, have followed in his footsteps — Craig as chief and Thomas as captain.

Baldwin firefighter Paul Yanantuono honored for 50 years of service

For half a century, Paul “Butch” Yanantuono has been answering the call — day or night, rain or shine — as a member of the Baldwin Fire Department. more

By Hernesto Galdamez | 10/17/25

Katrina Smith, a longtime Baldwin resident and active school volunteer, has been appointed to the Baldwin Board of Education following the resignation of longtime trustee Mary Jo O’Hagan.

Katrina Smith appointed to Baldwin Board of Education

Katrina Smith, a longtime Baldwin resident and active school volunteer, has been appointed to the Baldwin Board of Education as the newest trustee. more

By Hernesto Galdamez | 10/17/25

Shawn Sabel, business owner of Baldwin’s Irish Pub, had his hands in all aspects of the day’s fundraising experience.

Pubpalooza brings Baldwin together

The Irish Pub of Baldwin was filled with music, food, and community spirit during the Pubpalooza event on Sept. 27, held to raise funds for Christmas lights across Baldwin. more

10/17/25

The Alzheimer’s Association’s Long Island Chapter hosted its annual walk in Eisenhower Park on Oct. 4. Volunteers Bella Leogas, Kelly Donegan, Holly Rubin, Kristin Leogas, Maxine Wardzower, Dave Manara, Evelyn Morales and Kate Leogas handed out flowers to represent a personal connection to the disease.

Eisenhower Park colored in purple as residents walk to end Alzheimers

Purple, yellow, blue and orange flowers filled the Promise Garden at Eisenhower Park on Oct. 4, as hundreds came together for the Alzheimer’s Association’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s. … more

By Joseph D'Alessandro and By Mohammad Rafiq | 10/17/25

Nassau County voters can vote early, by mail and in-person ahead of this year’s general election on Nov. 4.

Early voting in Nassau County begins Oct. 25 for general election

Early voting runs Oct. 25–Nov. 2 at multiple Nassau County sites. All locations are accessible. Visit NassauVotes.com for details. more

By Jordan Vallone | 10/17/25

Artist Arlene Gomez, now up at the Art Alcove at the Freeport Rec Center, works on a village scene at her easel.

Baldwin artist Arlene Gomez headlines Art Alcove for Hispanic Heritage Month

Landscape painter Arlene Gomez brings expressionistic vistas and a life of creative reinvention to the Long Island Arts Council at Freeport’s Art Alcove, on view through Oct. 15 at the Rec Center. more

By Mohammad Rafiq | 10/10/25

‘Let’s Learn About Diwali’ will expand from last year’s success at the Baldwin library.

Diwali celebration expands at Baldwin library

Baldwin resident Subrina Singh is once again bringing Diwali to the Baldwin Public Library — this time with expanded programming for children and teens. more

By Hernesto Galdamez | 10/10/25

Maria Tapia and her daughter Sophia enjoying the festive spirit at the Grand Baldwin Festival.

Five years of the Grand Baldwin Festival

The Grand Baldwin Festival returned this past weekend for its fifth year, bringing food, music, family activities, and community spirit to the heart of the hamlet. more

By Hernesto Galdamez | 10/10/25