For one day, at least, the administrators of the Baldwin Public Library will eschew their moratorium on chatter. The occasion? The 2011 Job Fair, an annual event at which networking, small talk and the rapid-fire delivery of an elevator speech will not only escape shushing, but will actually be encouraged. more

Earthquakes, hurricanes … and uncomfortable levels of congestion? It’s true. While many residents seem to have dodged the worst effects of Tropical Storm nee Hurricane Irene over the weekend, one snuffle-stricken group is finding that their trials are far from over. more

Although the winds have by now blown past, massive numbers of downed trees along with flooding and power losses mean Irene has left a significant mark on Baldwin. Although the predominating thought voiced in the wake of the storm was that the hamlet dodged a bullet, the sentiment proved cold comfort to residents left with wrecked boats or vehicles or flooded homes. more

As the hamlet of Baldwin wrestled free from the clutches of hurricane/tropical storm Irene this morning many residents were still experiencing flooding and intermittent power outages. Numerous trees were uprooted and scattered debris cluttered roadways making travel difficult if not impossible. more

An anxious but able group of Fire Department operatives are on hand in Baldwin this afternoon waiting to help those in need. more

Throughout Long Island residents are strapping in or getting out in anticipation of hurricane Irene. Reports of six-block long fuel lines were coming in to the Herald offices as early as 10 a.m. after government officials announced a hurricane watch for towns across the East Coast. more

Baldwin residents and visitors found stimulation for all their senses last Saturday as the Chamber of Commerce put on quite a show. Edible treats donated by local merchants delighted attendees’ taste buds, while face painting, games, pony rides, raffles and music rounded out the program. A fireworks show — and the customary oohs and ahhhs — began around 9:20 providing an explosive conclusion to the event. This year’s picnic in the park was the 16th annual event and was funded largely by donations from local businesses and residents. Douglas Diana of the Chamber’s Board of Directors told the Herald that planning for the event is now nearly a year-long process, and Ralph Rose, chamber co-president, said that the community’s involvement with the picnic is growing year by year. more

Three robberies of Chinese food deliverymen beginning late last month — in Lakeview, Elmont and Baldwin — appeared to fit a pattern, according to police. more

Do kids get dumber in the summer? Some education researchers believe they do. It’s commonly called “the summer slide” and it’s been a hot topic among teachers and parents alike for almost a century. more

Baldwin Senior High School turned another page in its history on Sunday, bidding farewell to this year’s graduates. This class, as pointed out by its president, Justin Mahoney, in his address, achieved many things: The girl’s basketball team won the Long Island championship, the boy’s track and field team won the county title, and academic and artistic achievements were far too numerous to mention. more