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What will replace the Long Beach Medical Center?

Laozi, a Chinese philosopher in the 6th century B.C., is credited with the saying, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” That easily sums up the ongoing effort to provide the residents of the City of Long Beach . . . more

4/17/15

On March 26, State Farm Agents Suzanne Aral-Boutros and Scott Hermann, right, presented a $25,000 check to the Community Parent Center for its “Drive in the Safe Lane” program at Calhoun, Kennedy and Mepham high schools. On hand were, from left, Tom Volpe, director of transportation for the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District; John DeTommaso, the district’s superintendent; Cynthia Strait Régal, deputy superintendent for business; Dr. Mara Bollettieri, assistant superintendent for personnel; Wendy Tepfer, director of the Parent Center; and Marge Lee, president of Dedicatedd, a DWI victim advocacy group.

State Farm gives $25K to Community Parent Center

State Farm donated $25,000 on March 26 to the Community Parent Center, a Bellmore-Merrick nonprofit organization that supports parents and families with children in kindergarten to 12th grade, for its “Drive in the Safe Lane” program at Calhoun, Kennedy and Mepham high schools. more

4/16/15

Erin O’Brien received an Extraordinary Woman award from Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano at a ceremony on March 26.

Attorney finds ways to give back

When Erin O’Brien isn’t practicing law, she is using her knowledge as an attorney to help others. Her volunteer work recently earned her an Extraordinary Woman award from Nassau County. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 4/15/15

The latest version of the renovation plan for the North Bellmore Public Library incorporates suggestions made by residents (CLICK TO ENLARGE)

North Bellmore residents respond to library revamp

North Bellmore residents were given the chance to share their opinions and make suggestions for the public library’s renovation plan – and there will be more opportunities to come. Patrons of … more

By Julie Mansmann | 4/9/15

Photos by Christina Daly/Herald More than a dozen Herald and Riverdale Press staffers attended the New York Press Association

Heralds earn awards for journalism

Herald Community Newspapers staff came home from their weekend in Saratoga Springs with 14 awards, earned in the New York Press Association’s 2014 Better Newspaper Contest. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 4/1/15

The Moody Blues are ready to rock the NYCB Theatre at Westbury, Friday through Sunday.

What's happening on Long Island this weekend

Exhibits and more... The George W. Bush Presidency: Points of PerspectiveAn original exhibition focusing on seven points of impact to the nation that required responses and decisions from the … more

3/27/15

Women have helped shape journalism

In observance of Women’s History Month, we thought it would be fitting to highlight some notable women who were instrumental in shaping the world of communication, especially in the newspaper industry. more

3/26/15

Architects envision adding to the building at the front entrance and on every side except the one that faces Newbridge Road.

North Bellmore Library plans revamp

North Bellmore residents will head to the polls on May 19 to vote on a proposed $8.9 million bond to renovate the community’s library, a building that staffers explained is out of space and out … more

By Julie Mansmann | 3/26/15

The dynamic Lily Tomlin ventures forth with her beloved wacky characters. She appears at the NYCB Theatre at Westbury on March 22.

Wit and wisdom Lily Tomlin-style

Lily Tomlin ventures forth with her cast of characters her one-woman tour de force. more

3/20/15

FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, left, met with Sens. Bob Mendenez, Cory Booker, Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand on Mar. 11.

Action for Sandy victims

After a meeting on March 11 with U.S. Sens. Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, of New York, and Bob Menendez and Cory Booker, of New Jersey, Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator Craig Fugate announced that the agency had agreed to reopen and review every flood insurance claim — approximately 144,000 — filed in New York and New Jersey by victims of Hurricane Sandy, and not limit corrective action to just the 2,200 claims that are now in litigation. more

By Barbra Rubin-Perry | 3/18/15

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