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Jarred Mercado was named the Uniondale High School Class of 2024 valedictorian and is heading to Cornell University.

Meet Jarred Mercado Mayessy and Castro Ramirez, the Valedictorian and Salutatorian of Class of 2024 Uniondale High School more

By Danielle Schwab | 5/17/24

A rendering of the planned Globall Sports Center complex at Mitchel Field in Uniondale.

Two new fields are coming to Mitchel Field

Mitchel Field in Uniondale undergoes a transformation into a state-of-the-art sports complex with two new outdoor fields, reflecting a broader trend of repurposing historic sites for community benefit. more

By Jeff Bessen | 5/17/24

Hempstead Village IT Technician Michael Cullum, far left, prepared the Zoom screens at the village budget hearing on April 5. Village Treasurer Joe Gill, far right, began his presentation of the budget. The village board members present were, from left, trustees Kevin Boone and Clariona Griffith, Mayor Waylyn Hobbs, Jr., Trustee Noah Burroughs, and Deputy Mayor Jeffery Daniels.

Demystifying village property taxes

The old joke, “Nothing is certain in life but death and taxes,” isn’t so funny when village property owners examine their property tax bills. But a little knowledge about how taxes … more

REINE BETHANY Special to the Uniondale Herald Beacon | 5/17/24

Steve Bermudez is challenging incumbent Uniondale education board trustee Natalie Longsworth.

Voting on Uniondale budget, board is Tuesday

Uniondale school district residents can exercise their right to vote on May 21, the day that all school budgets, Board of Education candidates and district propositions are on the ballot. The … more

By Jeff Bessen | 5/17/24

Pearl Jacobs, Uniondale resident and president of the Nostrand Gardens Civic Association. Serves as strong civic advocate.

Pearl Jacobs shines as a community advocate

Pearl Jacobs, the president of Nostrand Gardens Civic Association, champions civic advocacies with fervor beyond activism. She shines as a maternal figure, advocating for the betterment of her community. more

By Lyle Mark Bulado | 5/17/24

Second-graders from the Academy Charter School in Uniondale look on in wonder at the many glimpses into the future provided by their older peers at the school’s STEAM fair last week.

Academy Carter School showcases student creativity at the STEAM fair

Academy Charter School students highlighted their innovative projects that aimed to present cutting-edge technology and futuristic advancements. more

By BRANDON CRUZ Special to the Uniondale Herald Beacon | 5/10/24

At a recent rally outside the Nassau County Legislature building in Mineola members of the Great Uniondale Area Action Coalition, from left Pearl Jacobs, Mary Ellen Kreye, James Jacobs and Jeannine Maynard.

How is Jeannine Maynard helping to lead the Great Uniondale Area Action Coalition?

Jeannine Maynard, a lseasoned community advocate, works to improve her neighbors’ quality of life as the co-facilitator of the Great Uniondale Area Action Coalition. more

By Karesha Graham Correspondent | 5/10/24

Just over 600 runners took part in the Jovia Long Island Marathon last weekend. Ryan Clifford, of Westbury, was the first to finish the 26.2-mile race, crossing the line in 2:31:04.

The Long Island Marathon: A weekend of fitness, fun and community

At the top of the list of events the Nassau County Department of Parks, Recreation and Museums looks forward to each year is the Jovia Long Island Marathon. more

By Jordan Vallone | 5/10/24

Parker Schug took on her very first Long Island Half-Marathon this past weekend at Eisenhower Park — a run that has very special, personal meaning to her, as it brings her closer to her late grandfather

Long Island Marathon: Living life ... one run at a time

Parker Schug, a senior reporter at the Long Island Herald Community Newspapers, ran this year's Long Island half-marathon. more

By Parker Schug | 5/10/24

Hempstead town deputy supervisor Dorothy Goosby honors Clara Cooper on her 80th borthday.

Happy Birthday Clara Cooper!

The Town of Hemptead recognized Clara Cooper on her 80th birthday. more

STAFF REPORT | 5/10/24

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