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The Gold Team came out victorious at the 91st Annual Sportsnite at Baldwin High School on March 9.

The 91st Sportsnite in Baldwin was golden

Baldwin High School commemorated 91 years of Sportsnite on March 9, a beloved weeklong tradition characterized by spirited competition and camaraderie. more

By Hernesto Galdamez | 3/15/24

Donnetta Cumberbatch, left, the community affairs officer for the Freeport Police Department, was recognized by County Legislator Debra Mulé during Women’s History Month.

Legislator recognizes community leaders

In observance of March as Women’s History Month, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé honored four outstanding women for their contributions to the community and their steadfast commitment to the Fifth Legislative District. more

4/23/23

Valuing our women leaders doesn’t end in March

The increasing number of women in positions of leadership has been vital to changing our national narrative about what is fair and equitable. I have known great female leaders throughout my career . . . more

By Patrick M. Pizzo II | 3/30/23

The library’s Woman’s History Month display’s theme ‘Phenomenal Women of Yesterday and Today’ — briefly describes how the month of March became Women’s History Month. The stand includes printed takeaway copies of Maya Angelou’s famous poem, ‘Phenomenal Woman.

Library salutes Women’s History Month

The Baldwin Public Library set up a photo and literature display on the first floor to honor Women’s History Month and a new array of books for the Great Reading Challenge. more

By Andre Silva | 3/19/23

Susan Gottehrer, director of the Nassau chapter of the New York Civil Liberties Union, has witnessed, participated and taught about the power of protests and essential need to speak up for rights and overall human equality.

Participating in, instead of watching, history

She described herself in college as a “timid soul” with a fear of public speaking. Meet Susan Gottehrer now, and you’ll find out that’s nowhere near accurate. more

By Karina Kovac | 3/4/23

A picture snapped during a training session at the Fire Training Center on Atlantic Ave, Baldwin shows the proud female members of the Fire Department.

Chief honors sisters in service

Baldwin Fire Department Chief Brien Cummings honors women of the Baldwin Fire Department in Women’s History Month statement. Noting the many roles women play day to day he remarks: “This … more

By Karina Kovac | 3/31/22

Johnnie Walker, Worthy Matron W. Simone-Monet Wahls and Councilwoman Dorothy Goosby are all Black women helping women.

Leaders honored (and not just for Women’s History Month)

Baldwinite Johnnie Walker, 80, Councilwoman Dorothy Goosby, 83, and seven other women of distinction were honored for Women’s History Month “Women Leading the Way” event at the … more

By Karina Kovac | 3/24/22

Celebrate Women’s History Month

These days, we smile or roll our eyes when we hear the term “fashion police,” but leading up to the Nixon administration, wearing the wrong outfit could land an otherwise innocent young woman in hot water. more

3/3/22

We need more women elected leaders

It’s been over 27 years since Colin Ferguson stepped onto a Long Island Rail Road train in Mineola and started indiscriminately firing a 9mm pistol at passengers. The attack propelled Carolyn McCarthy to run for Congress. more

3/4/21

Let’s celebrate women speaking truth to power

On Friday, many countries worldwide are commemorating International Women’s Day. Meanwhile, in the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia, all of March will be marked by . . . more

3/8/19

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