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Moore placed 38th out of 150 competitors in the 2024 Olympic Trials women’s marathon in Orlando this month, and has already setting her sights on the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.

Calhoun grad runs marathon in the Olympic Trials

Grace Moore, a 25-year-old runner and a Calhoun High School graduate, fulfilled a competitive dream earlier this month, taking part in the Olympic Trials women’s marathon in Orlando, Florida. more

By Rachele Terranova | 3/1/24

Congregation Beth Ohr’s Merrick annex was swarming with community members, who all came out for some good fun at the Mel Polay Purim Carnival. Doug Betensky, left, with Bradley, 2, Klara, 4, and his wife Lauren Betensky.

Carnivals, costumes and Purim fun with Congregation Beth Ohr

Sunday was a great day for the Jewish community of Bellmore-Merrick to celebrate Purim, at the 29th Annual Mel Polay Purim Carnival. Founded by Evelyn Polay, a member of Congregation Beth Ohr in Bellmore, in honor of her late husband, Mel, the Purim celebration has been a fixture in the community for years. more

By Jordan Vallone | 3/29/24

Students joined elected officials on stage at a community rally in support of Israel last week. The gathering focused on Jewish teenagers and their experiences amid the Israel-Hamas war. Many spoke about the rise in antisemitism, something that is plaguing high schools and colleges alike around the country.

Jewish teens voice concerns over rise of antisemitism at South Shore rally

Jewish teenagers from high schools and colleges came together at a rally in Merrick last week, in solidarity and support for Israel amid its ongoing war against Hamas. more

By Jordan Vallone | 12/1/23

Jordan Vallone/Herald Town Supervisor Don Clavin recently announced a new program at Town of Hempstead golf courses, allowing veterans with disabilities to play golf for free.

Town of Hempstead golf courses added to Lifetime Liberty Pass

The Town of Hempstead officials announced a new program Monday that will allow qualifying, disabled veterans to play golf for free, at courses throughout the township. more

By Jordan Vallone | 3/15/24

Emerson Brill, Ava LoPresti and Julia Crimeni volunteered at the check in table at the districtwide Chop Your Locks for charity event, benefiting the St. Baldrick’s Foundation on March 20.

Bellmore-Merrick ‘chops its locks’ for charity

The entire Bellmore-Merrick school community came together March 20 for the districtwide annual Chop Your Locks for charity event benefiting the St. Baldrick’s Foundation, hosted by Wellington C. Mepham High School. more

By Jordan Vallone | 3/29/24

Herald Holiday Houses [Video]

Houses from all around our coverages areas decorated for the holidays. Is your house in the video? Check it out. more

Christina Daly | 12/22/11

Democrat Seth Koslow secured victory over Joe Baker in a closely contested race in the County Legislature’s 5th District, in which he detailed his vision of a safer, more affordable, and connected Nassau County.

Legislator-elect Seth Koslow looks ahead after close election

In a closely watched race earlier this month, Nassau County voters elected Democrat Seth Koslow to the seat in the Legislature’s 5th District. more

By Mohamed Farghaly | 12/1/23

Calhoun Special Education Chairperson Melissa Rohr and student Nicole Radoslovich.

Bellmore-Merrick ‘COORE FEE’ shop hits the road

COORE FEE, the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District’s coffee shop run by students in the special education program housed at Sanford H. Calhoun High School, took their business on the road on Feb. 16. more

By Jordan Vallone | 3/1/24

Christmas in your neighborhood [Photo gallery]

The Herald's photo editor, Christina Daly, but together this video slideshow of homes in the Herald coverage area that have been decorated for the season. more

Christina Daly | 12/23/11

Temple Beth Am of Merrick and Bellmore formed a display of shoes into the Star of David, to create a visual representation of the hostages in Gaza.

Temple Beth Am of Merrick and Bellmore sets up a powerful display

Temple Beth Am of Merrick and Bellmore began showing a display of over 240 pairs of shoes to represent Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza on Friday, Nov. 17. more

By Mason Lauron | 12/1/23

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