Thursday, October 1, 2026
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Baldwin author Kim Taylor's debut children's book, "A Flag for Juneteenth," has been named one of the Brooklyn Public Library's 250 most influential books in U.S. history, placing it alongside classics such as "Charlotte's Web," "The Color Purple" and "Where the Wild Things Are."
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By Allyson Ferrari
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7/3/26
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Baldwin High School students combined fashion, sustainability and community service during the district's first student-produced fashion show, featuring original designs, upcycled clothing and handcrafted jewelry while raising money for Bethany House of Nassau County.
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By Allyson Ferrari
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7/3/26
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Two Baldwin High School@Shubert graduates were awarded nearly $25,000 in scholarships through the Simon Youth Foundation, recognizing their academic achievement and supporting their college education.
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By Allyson Ferrari
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7/3/26
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Four Baldwin Union Free School District students were recognized for their patriotic artwork and essays during Assemblywoman Judy Griffin's annual Flag Day Essay and Poster Contest, earning top honors among more than 300 entries from across Assembly District 21.
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By Allyson Ferrari
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7/3/26
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More than 300 Baldwin fifth graders gathered for the district's annual Unity Day, participating in team-building games and activities designed to help them meet future classmates before entering Baldwin Middle School this fall.
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By Allyson Ferrari
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7/3/26
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A 4-year-old boy injured in a June 17 crash on the Southern State Parkway near Baldwin has died. New York State Police are seeking the driver of a black vehicle that left the scene.
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By Allyson Ferrari
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6/29/26
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There were plenty of cheers along with some tears in South Ozone Park Sunday afternoon as 6,866 horse racing fans bid farewell to Aqueduct Racetrack.
The crowd at ‘The Big A’ roared one last …
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By Tony Bellissimo
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6/28/26
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Book Nook, Long Island's only Black-owned bookstore and Baldwin's first independently owned bookstore, has opened on Grand Avenue with a mission that extends beyond selling books, creating a community gathering space featuring book clubs, author events and educational programs for readers of all ages.
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By Allyson Ferrari
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6/26/26
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More than 30 works created by Baldwin School District students will be permanently displayed in Nassau and Suffolk family courts through the district's Mindfulness Through Art program, bringing colorful, calming artwork to courthouse waiting areas where children and families often face stressful situations.
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By Allyson Ferrari
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6/26/26
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The Baldwin Civic Association hosted its inaugural Juneteenth Celebration on June 19 at the Baldwin Community Garden, bringing together residents for an evening of music, dance, poetry, storytelling and educational exhibits honoring the history of Juneteenth and celebrating Black culture and community.
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By Allyson Ferrari
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6/26/26
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