Freeport couples renew vows of love

On the most romantic day of the year, Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray presided over the vow renewals of 116 love-struck couples, eight of who hailed from Freeport! A total of 232 Town of Hempstead residents participated in this unforgettable Valentine’s Day event, set against a backdrop of a snow-kissed lakeside landscape at the picturesque Coral House in Baldwin.

Each of the 116 ceremonies was graced by the presence of Town Clerk Murray, but the spotlight truly shone on the vow renewals of two lovebirds who had been married for an astounding 74 years. This heartwarming ceremony took place at approximately 12 PM, marking a milestone of enduring love. Among the attendees, there were several other pairs who celebrated more than 60 years together, along with numerous additional duos ranging from one year to 59 years of shared love and commitment.

–Mohammad Rafiq