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Brooklyn-based Christine Stoddard, a Salvadoran-American interdisciplinary artist, will showcase her portfolio as the Artist of the Month for August at the Baldwin Public Library.

Christine Stoddard is the 'Artist of the Month' at Baldwin Public Library

Brooklyn-based Christine Stoddard, a Salvadoran-American interdisciplinary artist, was selected as the Artist of the Month for August at the Baldwin Public Library. more

By Hernesto Galdamez | 7/26/24

Emperor Dartois, left, Lucian B., and DeMarcus Hawkins are the On the Spot Home Services crew, led by Hawkins, which offers lawn care services in Baldwin and elsewhere.

DeMarcus Hawkins of Baldwin grows landscaping business

When DeMarcus Hawkins, 15, launched his landscaping business, he extended his father’s legacy into the yards and gardens where he now works. The incoming junior at Baldwin High School realized that he was the same age as his dad, Anthony Hawkins, when he embarked on his entrepreneurial journey. more

Cameron Brown | 7/26/24

Lydia Peterson was all smiles feeding the animals at the petting zoo.

The petting zoo comes to Baldwin

Baldwin Public Library hosted a petting zoo event in collaboration with the Steppin Out Petting Zoo on July 19th that drew crowds of enthusiastic children and families. more

7/26/24

Soleil and Leah Lamour with Zane Cadogan sliding together.

All fun and games at St. Christopher's Feast and Fair

St. Christopher’s Roman Catholic Church in Baldwin hosted its annual feast and fair from July 19th through the 21st, drawing attendees from Baldwin and across Long Island to a weekend of festivities. more

7/26/24

Davianna Hill was one of two Baldwin High School graduates who received a scholarship, totaling $18,000 each. The other, graduate Tristan Allan.

Two graduates from Baldwin High School receive scholarships

Baldwin High School@Shubert Class of 2024 graduates, Tristan Allen and Davianna Hill received scholarships totaling $18,000 each. In addition to receiving this scholarship, Hill was asked to deliver the Student Commencement Address at the graduation ceremony on June 26, where she shared her story. more

Cameron Brown | 7/26/24

Baldwin High School’s advanced placement Art students and Plaza Elementary School’s kindergarten class were sending art journals back and forth to each other this past school year.

Baldwin High School, Plaza Elementary School communicate through art

During this past school year, Baldwin High School’s advanced placement art students and Plaza Elementary School’s kindergarten class have been sending art journals back and forth to each other since the fall. Similar to traditional “pen pals” the young artists introduced themselves and communicated with artwork. more

Cameron Brown | 7/19/24

Longtime Baldwin resident Dorothea Vik recently celebrated her 100th birthday. Her secret to living a long life is being friendly to people.

Dorothea Vik of Baldwin reveals her secret to living a long life

Longtime Baldwin resident Dorothea Vik, who recently turned 100 years old, has long believed in the friendly, good-neighbor policy. more

By Hernesto Galdamez | 7/19/24

The annual Long Island Multicultural Book Fair returns on Saturday, aiming to build on last year’s success as it rebounds from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic.

Ama Karikari-Yawson, a Baldwin-based author seeks to promote book diversity

There is a lack of representation of characters of color in children’s literature, according to Ama Karikari-Yawson, a Baldwin-based children’s author and a co-founder of Milestales Publishing and Education Consulting. more

7/19/24

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman signs legislation banning biological males from participating in women's sports and activities on county facilities, alongside co-sponsor to the bill Legislator Samantha Goetz and others who voted to pass it.

Bill banning biological males from female sports on Nassau County facilities signed, sparking lawsuits

Nassau County signs bill banning biological males from women's sports amid legal challenges. more

By Parker Schug | 7/19/24

Music in the Park on July 11 brought in ‘Toby Tobias Ensemble’ to perform for community members at Silver Lake Park in Baldwin.

PHOTOS: Music in the Park presents Toby Tobias Ensemble

Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé invited music lovers to join her at Silver Lake Park on Thursday, July 11 for the second installment of the 2024 “Music in the Park” series. The event was sponsored by Ridgewood Savings Bank and presented in partnership with the Baldwin Civic Association and Baldwin Historical Society, featuring the Toby Tobias Ensemble. more

7/19/24

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