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Families gathered at Baldwin Park on May 16 for the Baldwin Civic Association’s annual Community Bike Rodeo and Parade, an event designed to teach bicycle safety, encourage environmental awareness and strengthen neighborhood connections. Local police officers led safety demonstrations for young riders while residents of all ages took part in educational activities and a community bike ride.
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By Nicole Tobia
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6/12/26
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The Baldwin Civic Association will celebrate Juneteenth for the first time with an evening of food, entertainment and community activities at the Baldwin Community Garden on June 19. The free event, scheduled from 5 to 9 p.m., will commemorate the federal holiday while bringing residents together to honor freedom, Black history and culture.
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By Allyson Ferrari
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6/12/26
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Meadow Elementary School students, staff and community members gathered for the school’s fifth annual Military Appreciation Day ceremony, honoring veterans, active-duty service members and military families while raising money for Building Homes for Heroes. The event, held during National Military Appreciation Month, featured patriotic performances, a tribute to local veterans and the presentation of a $1,470 donation to the nonprofit organization.
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By Allyson Ferrari
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6/12/26
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Jacob McMillan, 18, of Baldwin, pleaded guilty to murder, attempted murder and weapons charges in the November 2025 shooting death of Monroe University student and basketball player Amira McCleod, who was struck by a stray bullet at a Hempstead house party.
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By Allyson Ferrari
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6/5/26
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Baldwin High School valedictorian Luna Questelles has earned a perfect score on the ACT and a National Merit Scholarship from Stony Brook University, achievements that place the Class of 2026 senior among the nation’s highest-performing students. Despite the accolades, Questelles credits curiosity, a love of learning and Baldwin’s supportive community for their academic success.
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By Allyson Ferrari
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6/5/26
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The Baldwin Civic Association will host its second Food Truck Fest on June 5 at the Baldwin Community Garden, building on the strong turnout from its inaugural event last month. The festival will feature food vendors, children’s activities and opportunities for residents to connect with neighbors in a family-friendly outdoor setting.
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By Allyson Ferrari
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6/5/26
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Meadow Elementary School fourth-grader Kayden Bramwell has earned national recognition in the National PTA Reflections arts program, receiving an Award of Merit for his visual arts entry, “Made of My Moments.” Bramwell was one of 11 New York students selected for a national award in the 2025-26 competition.
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By Nicole Tobia
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6/5/26
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Baldwin High School’s music department recognized graduating seniors and showcased student talent during its Spring Concert 2 on May 28. The annual event featured performances by the Chamber Orchestra, Concert Choir and Baldwin Wind Symphony while celebrating students’ contributions to the district’s nationally recognized music program.
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By Allyson Ferrari
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6/5/26
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When the 2026 FIFA World Cup arrives in the New York metropolitan area this month, Long Islanders won’t need tickets to MetLife Stadium to feel part of the action.
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By Jordan Vallone
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6/5/26
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Baldwin’s network of parks and outdoor spaces offers residents year-round opportunities for recreation, relaxation and community gathering. From athletic fields and playgrounds to waterfront trails, scenic ponds and nature-filled walking paths, the hamlet’s parks provide a variety of experiences that reflect Baldwin’s suburban character and South Shore landscape.
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By Christy Hinko
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6/4/26
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