19-year-old Alanah Angus of Baldwin updates internet safety tips through Gold Award project
While reviewing old Baldwin Middle School assignments, 19-year-old Alanah Angus discovers that the internet safety tips she learned as a student are now outdated. Explore how evolving digital landscapes are changing the way we think about online security.
League of Women Voters pushes Proposal 1
In November, New York voters will decide on a ballot measure that would help protect vulnerable groups, and the League of Women Voters is spreading the word on why it’s important for it to pass.
Spotted lanternflies spotted across Long Island
There is a new resident species on Long Island, and it might be making itself at home in backyards across the region. Since 2020, New York State has identified spotted lanternflies throughout the …
‘Back to School Night’ fun at NUMC
The Nassau University Medical Center hosted its “Back to School Night” on Aug. 20, featuring a variety of activities designed to prepare students for the new school year while promoting safety and wellness in the community.
Season of change for Baldwin
While early, Baldwin boys’ soccer is experiencing a season of many changes this year. For starters, many of the Bruins have gone through a position shift compared to last fall.
Five arrested in Baldwin assault incident
According to Nassau County Police, five males were arrested on Sept. 2 in Baldwin.
Community rallying to rename Baldwin High School track in honor of late legislator Joseph Scannell
After Baldwin Board of Education President Mary Jo O’Hagan wrote in March that there were no plans to name or rename school facilities, Merrill Scannell is now mobilizing the community with a Change.org petition. She is appealing to O’Hagan to reconsider, and honor her late husband, former Nassau County Legislator Joseph Scannell, by naming the newly renovated high school track in his memory.
Look who performed at the Baldwin Porchfest
An impressive array of musical talent will be showcased during the community-wide Baldwin Porchfest on Saturday Aug. 31, following months of planning to line up the performers.
‘Back to School Night’ fun at NUMC
The Nassau University Medical Center hosted its “Back to School Night” on Aug. 20, featuring a variety of activities designed to prepare students for the new school year while promoting safety and wellness in the community.
Baldwin graduates enjoy breakfast at Applebee's before leaving for college
Applebee’s in Baldwin buzzed with excitement on Aug. 3 for the Flapjack Fundraiser presented by the Baldwin Civic Association.
Legislator Debra Mulé to host mobile office hours in Baldwin
Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé is proactively reaching out to the community by extending the accessibility of her district office resources through a series of mobile office hours.
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The world must continue to hear us
Sept. 11, 2001, was the most tragic day in American history. It was also our finest hour, a demonstration of our nation’s courage, resilience and undying spirit.
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Some hits and some errors, but no game-changers — yet
Less than two months before Election Day, it’s anybody’s guess as to who will win the big prize. By the time this reaches print, the two major presidential candidates will have had their debate, which by itself may decide who has earned the label of frontrunner. But there are a few factors that could be deal breakers for former President Donald Trump or Vice President Kamala Harris.
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Seeking post-pandemic healing in the woods
A cold wind, as loud as a trumpet, whipped across the summit of Mount Marcy, New York’s highest peak in the Adirondacks, on Aug. 17. I could see only feet in front of me, because the mountain, at 5,344 feet above sea level, was enveloped by clouds. Then a light rain started to patter across the rocky slab at my feet.