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Incumbent Bill Gaylor and challenger Laura Burns vie for a seat in Legislative District 6.

Laura Burns challenges Bill Gaylor in Legislative District 6

Bill Gaylor and Laura Burns share their opinions on the issues ahead of Election Day. more

By Mike Smollins | 10/21/21

Town of Hempstead Supervisor Don Clavin, left, and his challenger, Jason Abelove

Jason Abelove challenges Don Clavin for Hempstead town supervisor

Jason Abelove is challenging Don Clavin for Town of Hempstead supervisor. Ahead of Election Day on Nov. 2, the Herald asked the candidates questions about their goals and issues facing the community. more

By Mike Smollins | 10/15/21

Former Nassau comptroller Howard Weitzman dies at 75

Howard Weitzman, Nassau County’s comptroller from 2002 to 2009 who was known for challenging establishment politics through the power of the audit during this time in office, died Sept. 27 of a … more

By Scott Brinton | 10/6/21

Former Malverne High School basketball star Jayden Seraphin is preparing for his college debut at Queens College this winter.

Former Malverne Mules star Jayden Seraphin preps for basketball season at Queens College

Malverne High School’s former All-County basketball star, Jayden Seraphin, is getting ready to suit up for the Queens College Knights this winter. … more

By Holden Velasco | 9/15/21

Malvernite Barbara Purcell died at 100 on Aug. 15.

Former first lady of Malverne, Barbara Purcell, dies at 100

For decades, Barbara Purcell was known as the first lady of Malverne, and eventually of Nassau County and the Town of Hempstead as well. Her husband, Francis Purcell, served as the village’s … more

By Nakeem Grant | 9/15/21

The Malverne Chamber of Commerce’s annual Fall Festival, which was canceled last year due to the coronavirus pandemic, will take place on Oct. 3. Above, the fall festival in 2018.

Centennial events are fast approaching in Malverne

Malverne’s Centennial Committee is excited for the fall season as the group has several events planned for the coming weeks. On Saturday, the village will kick off its Centennial Event … more

By Nakeem Grant | 9/15/21

Firefighters completed numerous drills during the annual Labor Day Drill in Hempstead.

West Hempstead hosts annual Labor Day Drill

The West Hempstead Westerners finished third with a total of 20 points in the annual Labor Day Drill in Hempstead on Sept. 6. Hosted by West Hempstead, fire departments from different parts of … more

9/15/21

Malverne staff member Beth Mahony, center, was among the honorees during Superintendent’s Conference Day on Sept. 1. She was joined by, from left, Board President Josephine Bottitta, Downing Principal Ed Tallon, district Superintendent Dr. Lorna Lewis and Steven Gilhuley, the assistant superintendent for curriculum, instruction & educational services.

Malverne staff celebrated for success

The Malverne School District carried out its annual tradition of honoring teachers and staff members who have achieved notable milestones and accomplishments during Superintendent’s Conference … more

9/15/21

West Hempstead and Lakeview’s fire departments joined together for a 9/11 ceremony at Hall's Pond Park on Sept. 11.

Twenty years later, West Hempstead residents reflect on 9/11

Residents, local elected officials and community groups gathered around the 9/11 Memorial at Hall’s Pond Park in West Hempstead last Saturday for the West Hempstead Community Support … more

By Nakeem Grant | 9/15/21

The West Hempstead Library’s 9/11 exhibition is on display throughout the month.

West Hempstead Library exhibition on 9/11 is open

West Hempstead Public Library Director Regina Mascia was a clerk at the library’s previous location on Chestnut Street at the time of the Sept. 11 attacks. She remembers getting a phone call … more

By Nakeem Grant | 9/9/21

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