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Kennedy senior Hu Cheung strolled along Cougar Walk during one of the school’s graduation ceremonies on June 27.

Kennedy High School graduates the class of 2020

The graduating class of 2020 was celebrated at 18 ceremonies on the Wellington C. Mepham, Sanford H. Calhoun and John F. Kennedy High School football fields, spread out across three days in order to … more

7/1/20

Graduates stood on the Mepham field as administrators called their names during diploma distribution.

Mepham High School graduates the class of 2020

The graduating class of 2020 was celebrated at 18 ceremonies on the Wellington C. Mepham, Sanford H. Calhoun and John F. Kennedy High School football fields, spread out across three days in order to … more

7/1/20

Savall Drugs served as a fixture in the Merrick community since 1947. Its inventory was sold to CVS Pharmacy last month.

Savall Drugs closes doors after 73 years in Merrick

A fixture in the Merrick business community since 1947, Savall Drugs closed its doors on May 21 after owner Robert Klieger came to terms on an agreement to sell his inventory to CVS Pharmacy. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 6/29/20

Decked out in a black suit and tie, Harold D. Fayette Principal Howard Merims acted as the auctioneer and encouraged friendly competition among participants.

Virtual auctions raise more than $5,000 for Bellmore-Merrick Community Cupboard

Dolls; puzzles; yoga lessons; a dinner of home-smoked ribs with a side of coleslaw. These were just some of the items up for bid in a series of virtual auctions organized by North Merrick School … more

By Victoria Caruso | 6/29/20

Mark July Fourth by reading the Declaration

Next week, the Herald Community Newspapers will publish the Declaration of Independence and a likeness of the American flag. The Declaration will appear . . . more

6/26/20

Merrick resident Jennifer Schatzman recently started an initiative to fight racism in her community. With the help of a coworker and a local printer, she is distributing signs like this one to other residents who want to send a message.

Protests produce ‘signs’ of progress in Bellmore-Merrick

Merrick’s “lack of diversity” was apparent to Jennifer Schatzman when she moved to the community from Manhattan’s Union Square three years ago, but it became even more glaring … more

By Alyssa Seidman | 6/24/20

For goodness’ sake, wear a mask

On May 30, a Herald editor conducted an informal, small-scale survey, counting the number of people with masks whom he passed while walking at the Norman J. Levy Park and Preserve in Merrick. more

6/19/20

Wantagh resident Pasquale Caputo brought his furry friend along for a shopping trip inside Mutts & Butts on Merrick Road.

Phase Two in photos: Merrick

As Long Island entered Phase Two of reopening on June 10, the streets of Merrick moved in a way they hadn’t since mid-March, when New York state was forced to shut down due to the coronavirus … more

6/16/20

Outgoing Birch PTA President Perri Thaler-Schlechter was honored with a car parade on June 10 for her service to the association. She was joined by her husband, Justin, and children, from left, Chelsea, Brad and Gabby.

Birch’s PTA president honored with parade in Merrick

Knowing they wouldn’t be able to honor their outgoing president at Birch School’s traditional end-of-year dinner, members of the Parent Teacher Association decided to surprise Perri … more

By Alyssa Seidman | 6/11/20

While crossing the stage at last year’s graduation, former Kennedy Student Government President Jonathan Mashal shook hands with Trustee Gina Piskin.

Outdoor graduation ceremonies set for June 27, 28 in Bellmore-Merrick

The Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District was forced to shut down schools and shift to remote learning in March, raising questions as to how the final chapter of the class of 2020’s … more

By Justin Dynia and Victoria Caruso | 6/11/20