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Dan Vincelette, a lawyer representing Nassau County in the tax challenge by the Long Island Power Authority on the E.F. Barrett Power Station in Island Park, speaks in front of the county’s rules and finance committees.

LIPA tax settlement could be decided next week

It all comes down to a vote. On Monday, April 25, members of the Nassau County Legislature will gather just after lunch to give either a yea or nay over a dispute that on one side could cost taxpayers significant more money, and on the other, land all parties in front of a state supreme court judge. more

By Tom Carrozza | 4/21/22

Elizabeth Olesh, director of the Baldwin Public Library, left, with Assistant Director Kaysha Watson Phillips, selling raffle tickets, renewing library cards and creating new ones.

Baldwin Public Library is back

The smell of popcorn and old books mixed with children’s laughter and soft rock music last Sunday at the Baldwin Public Library, which celebrated National Library Week. Despite the rain, the … more

By Karina Kovac | 4/7/22

Earl Dawson has traveled across America taking pictures of the most scenic locations for the past 40 years. He has even more time to explore now during his art-centered retirement.

Library explores the unbeatable ‘lightness’ of photography

It all started as a hobby in the late 1980s, something Earl Dawson tried to enjoy when he wasn’t spending his hours working. Now 78 and retired, Dawson has remained quite acquainted with his … more

By Karina Kovac | 3/25/22

Caroline Bert’s experimental photographs are on view at the Henry Waldinger Memorial Library during this month.

Photo artist displays work at Waldinger

Throughout this month, the Henry Waldinger Memorial Library is showcasing the experimental artwork of New York-based photographer Caroline Bert. The 27-year-old artist is widely known both locally … more

By Karina Kovac | 3/24/22

(L-R) Cast members: Peaches Rodriguez,  Jean Kim, Donna Moran, Chit Chat Wheeler, Julie Carrion.

Artists in Partnership plays to LB SRO

There were several ‘firsts’ at the Long Beach Public Library Sunday, March 13: Artists in Partnership staged the first live performance at the library since the pandemic shut down stages … more

3/17/22

Ringgold’s “Die,” which resembles Picasso’s iconic anti-Spanish war painting “Guernica,” depicts the 1960s race riots.

Library honors raw Black art

On Feb. 24, Mary Vahey, an art professor at Nassau Community College and Suffolk County Community College, gave a presentation, in conjunction with the Baldwin Public Library, on the artistry of … more

By Karina Kovac | 3/10/22

While the Baldwin Public Library kept its costs flat last year, the same won’t be true as we continue on through 2022. Trustees are seeking another $100,000, which would cost the average household $12 additional this year.

Baldwin Library asks for a little more money this year

It’s going to cost a little more to keep the library open for another year — but not by too much. After a pandemic year with virtually no increases, Baldwin Public Library … more

By Cristina Arroyo Rodriguez | 3/10/22

Lydia Wen Rodgers, Glen Cove librarian, and Anthony Jimenez, a veteran and the director of the city's Veterans Affairs Office, presented a military tribute banner at the Feb. 15 Glen Cove City Council pre-council meeting.

Paying tribute to veterans

Generations of the nation’s veterans have planted their roots in Glen Cove and helped the city thrive. From building Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 347 after World War I to ceaselessly … more

By Letisha Dass | 2/24/22

Baldwinite Mariel DePalma took the role of head of teen services on Jan. 1, aiming to get more teens involved in making choices at the library.

Library, a new home for teens

The Baldwin Public Library has been revamping its teenage section after Baldwinite Mariel DePalma, 31, became head of teen services Jan. 1. Renovations began in the Teen Zone Jan. 27, including … more

By Karina Kovac | 2/4/22

Herb Schierhorst, far left, Peggy Nieri, Steven Boerner, David Nieri, Michael Rodgers, and Lydia Wen Rodgers, shared tips and ancestral findings during Glen Cove Library’s Genealogy Club meeting on Jan. 24. Locust Valley Library will host the first Genealogy Collective on Zoom.

Are you curious about your ancestral roots?

Have you ever wondered about your ancestry or the history of your home? Sometimes oral stories are not as reliable and not every household is able to keep records, photos and documents. To help … more

By Letisha Dass | 2/4/22

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