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The Town of Hempstead incinerates its garbage at the Covanta waste-to-energy plant in Westbury. The ash is then sent to the Town of Brookhaven landfill in Suffolk County. That landfill is expected to close in 2024, which will force Hempstead to find another landfill to dispose of ash, potentially increasing costs and the fees that contractors and landscapers must pay to dispose of their waste.

Hempstead Town raises fine for illegal dumping to $10K

The Town of Hempstead Board voted at a Sept. 8 virtual meeting to increase the fine for illegal dumping in the town from $1,500 to $10,00 per incident. Town Supervisor Donald Clavin said the board … more

By Damali Ramirez | 9/24/20

New Edge City Church launches in Lynbrook

On Sept. 13, almost two-dozen people gathered for Edge City church’s first in-person launch service in Lynbrook. The church had originally been set to open for the first time for Palm Sunday on April 5, however, with the coronavirus pandemic in full effect at the time, large group gatherings were banned. more

By Nicole Alcindor | 9/23/20

A development firm is seeking to build a condominium project called Parson’s Corners at Lynbrook at the site of a sushi restaurant in the village’s downtown.

Condo project proposed for Lynbrook

A development firm caused a stir in Lynbrook last week when it posted fliers in the neighborhood and revealed plans on social media to build an 18-unit luxury condominium project in the village. more

By Mike Smollins | 9/23/20

East Rockaway School District Superintendent Lisa Ruiz said officials closed the high school for three days after a staff member tested positive for Covid-19 in accordance with state and local guidelines.

East Rockaway High School reopens after short break

Classes were back in session at East Rockaway Junior-Senior High School on Monday after district officials shut the building down for three days when a staff member tested positive for the coronavirus. more

By Mike Smollins | 9/23/20

A 2020 election survival guide

The coronavirus crisis has forced us all to rethink how we carry out many of our responsibilities, including here at the Herald. Each election season, we normally invite political candidates to our … more

9/21/20

Dr. Melissa Burak, superintendent of Lynbrook Public Schools, top left, Tara Algerio-Vento, family nurse practitioner in the Rockville Centre School District, bottom left, and Johane Ligonde, principal of J.W. Dodd Middle School in Freeport, bottom right, spoke with moderator Skye Ostreicher about the challenges they have faced reopening schools this month.

Inside LI panel looks at hybrid learning

Educational leaders on the latest Herald Inside LI webinar agreed that reopening schools amid the coronavirus pandemic has been challenging, and the learning curve for students and teachers is ongoing. more

By Briana Bonfiglio | 9/21/20

Collectors Coin and Jewelry in Lynbrook has been in business for more than 70 years.

Collectors Coin and Jewelry hits over 70 years in business in Lynbrook

After more than eight years as the co-owner of Collectors Coin and Jewelry in Lynbrook, Jason Joseph said there has been a surprising uptick in sales during the coronavirus pandemic. more

By Nicole Alcindor | 9/17/20

Lynbrook Baptist Church opened with indoor services at the end of July.

In-person worship decreases in Lynbrook, East Rockaway amid pandemic

After weeks of hosting virtual services and meetings online to abide by state guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention protocols, many houses of worship across New York have returned to having indoor services over the past few months. more

By Nicole Alcindor | 9/17/20

During the High Holy Days, we must ‘choose life’

As Jews gather this Friday evening, we will be welcoming the Sabbath, as well as Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year of 5781. During the upcoming High Holy Days — the 10 days between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur — we will engage in prayer and reflect on the year that has passed. Without a doubt, the intention we bring to our prayers will be influenced by the unprecedented global health crisis of these past seven months. more

By Rabbi Sandra Bellush | 9/17/20

Lynbrook and East Rockaway each hosted ceremonies on Friday to commemorate the 19th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. Lynbrook Mayor Alan Beach said the solemn day was a reminder that the country should stand united.

Villages of Lynbrook, East Rockaway commemorate 19th anniversary of 9/11

On a somber Friday, residents, elected officials, first responders and community leaders gathered for ceremonies in Lynbrook and East Rockaway commemorating the 19th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. more

By Mike Smollins | 9/17/20

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