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Don Clavin declared victory in the Town of Hempstead supervisor race on Nov. 5, but the Nassau County Board of Elections is still tallying ballots and has until Nov. 29 to declare a winner.

Town of Hempstead supervisor race remains undecided

More than a week after Election Day, the Hempstead Town supervisor race remains undecided. more

By Mike Smollins | 11/14/19

Residents and protesters crowded Ocean Avenue, in front of Malverne High School, circa 1963, over plans to integrate Malverne Public Schools.

Getting past Malverne district’s past

Part four in a series. More than 50 years ago, racial tensions in the Malverne School District peaked. Prejudice divided the local community as hostilities mounted. Today, however, the district is … more

By Nakeem Grant and Robert Traverso | 11/14/19

In the week leading up to Veterans Day, Jim Carlina reflected on his service in Vietnam.

Merrick veteran reconnects with his savior

It was supposed to be a simple troop and supply transport. Jim Carlina, a young military soldier at the time, was in a helicopter hauling several tons of water to a landing zone in war-torn Vietnam. The mission went awry when engine fires caused a crash landing. Carlina would never forget the dizzying, life-changing experiences that followed. more

By Andrew Garcia | 11/14/19

Macmillan Publishers limit e-book access at public libraries.

Macmillan responds to embargo criticism

Following months of criticism, Macmillan Publishers has officially decided to limit e-book availability to public libraries nationwide. The UK-based company, which publishes books around the … more

By Melissa Koenig and JD Freda | 11/14/19

The Bellmore-Merrick Lady Sharks gathered for a team cheer at their dual meet against Garden City High School on Oct. 4.

BMCHSD Sharks, a pool of ‘fast and talented young swimmers’

Following a season full of victories, the Bellmore-Merrick Lady Sharks continued their momentum at the Nassau County Girls’ Swimming and Diving Championships on Nov. 9. The squad finished second behind Garden City High School, their conference rival. more

By Alyssa Seidman | 11/14/19

Maya, left, and Marissa Spottiswood, of South Merrick, are the first teammates and siblings in John F. Kennedy High School history to complete a 5K in under 20 minutes at the same cross-country meet.

Sisters set new school record for Bellmore-JFK Cross Country

Finishing a 5K in less than 20 minutes can be hard to accomplish, especially at the high school level, but in the case of sisters Marissa and Maya Spottiswood, of south Merrick, they have already acquitted themselves as experienced runners. more

By Rocco Law | 11/14/19

At American Legion Post 1282’s annual Veterans Day ceremony on Monday at Veterans Memorial Park in Merrick, Calhoun High School freshman Hayden Okonowitz played taps as members of Boy Scout Troop 351 saluted.

Merricks honor 'the exceptional and the extraordinary'

American Legion Post 1282 held its annual Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. 11 at Veterans Memorial Park in Merrick to salute those in the community who have answered the call to service.Auxiliary Unit … more

11/14/19

Dozens of Bellmore residents celebrated their local veterans on Monday in front of the Veterans Memorial by the LIRR station. Chris Peterkin, above, commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2770, led the ceremony.

Bellmore honors its veterans

Members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2770, the North Bellmore American Legion Post 1749, the American Legion Post 948 and Jewish War Veterans gathered at the corner of Bedford Avenue and … more

11/14/19

Marissa DeRosa, left, and Samantha Burke, both of Cassena Care, conversed with an attendee of the Senior Health & Beyond Expo at the Freidberg JCC in Oceanside on Nov. 3.

Hundreds attend Senior Health & Beyond Expo in Oceanside

Hundreds of people gathered at the Friedberg JCC in Oceanside for the Senior Health & Beyond Expo, presented by Mount Sinai South Nassau and hosted by Herald Community Newspapers and RichnerLive on Nov. 3. more

By Mike Smollins | 11/13/19

Rep. Peter King won’t seek re-election

Washington mainstay Peter King, representing New York’s Second Congressional District, announced Monday that he will not seek a 15th term. more

By Timothy Denton | 11/11/19

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