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Chris Connolly is the editor of the Baldwin Herald.

Introducing: the Father’s Day resolution

Father’s Day marks not only the day the world’s supply of hideous neckwear is annually renewed, but also the midpoint of the year, give or take. Father’s Day ambles in just as most of us are packing away our New Year’s resolutions and storing them in the back of our minds for reconsideration next January. more

Chris Connolly | 6/15/11

This map contrasts the current districting system with the new proposal.

Redistricting reaction adheres to party lines

Nassau County unveiled a method of redrawing legislative districts last week — a Republican-led plan that would figuratively uproot many voters and replant them in politically unfamiliar territory. more

Chris Connolly | 5/5/11

Jack McCloy has developed a website (www.redlightrebels.com) that outlines the theory behind his case against red-light cameras. Above, he offers a mathematical formula suggesting that the length of yellow lights is insufficient to allow drivers to make a safe stop.

Stop lights

Jack McCloy of Baldwin was driving in Queens when a close call at a red light generated some unintended correspondence New Yorkers are becoming all too familiar with: a $50 red-light camera ticket. more

Chris Connolly | 3/31/11

District Attorney Kathleen Rice spoke at a press conference on March 16. She announced the arrests of 17 suspects for their roles in a massive mortgage fraud and identity theft scheme.

Massive mortgage fraud alleged

Baldwin resident Vertus Vielot, 35, was one of 17 people indicted last week after a two-year investigation into what is being called the largest mortgage and identity theft scheme in Nassau County history. Vielot was charged under New York’s Organized Crime Control Act with 12 counts of second-degree grand larceny, first-degree scheme to defraud and fourth-degree conspiracy, and faces a maximum sentence of 25 years in prison. more

Chris Engelhardt and Chris Connolly | 3/25/11

For some, the saddest time

It’s generally a joyous time when the holiday spirit is in the air. But for families and individuals who have recently lost a loved one, a well-meaning “Have a happy turkey day” or “Be thankful for family” may summon feelings of loss and longing rather than wintry cheer. more

Chris Connolly | 11/24/10

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