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Missing woman found after over two weeks

After being missing for almost two weeks, a developmentally disabled woman who spent the holidays in Elmont with her family is now home safe. Samantha Denise Primus, 46, was reported missing by … more

By Ana Borruto | 1/26/23

Nassau county Legislator Carrié Solages and Selene Ferdinand handed out holiday gifts to children in Elmont on Dec. 10.

Elmont girl, 10, gives back through her own nonprofit

At 10 years old, Selene Ferdinand of Elmont is already compiling quite the résumé. A student at Dutch Broadway Elementary School, Selene is giving back to her community through her own nonprofit … more

By Ana Borruto | 1/12/23

U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer told those attending the Long Island Association breakfast at Crest Hollow Country Club last week he would seek to promote the environment, transportation and technology during a new session of Congress. Schumer remains majority leader after a midterm election that failed to put Republicans back in control.

Schumer promises strong push for tech, the environment

Chuck Schumer has three goals for the new year: improve mass transit, ensure water and air quality are safe, and promote high technology on Long Island. The New York Democrat who maintained his … more

By James Bernstein | 1/12/23

Forbes was one of eight women honored for helping to bring about positive change in their communities with a Women of Distinction award. The ceremony was held at the Franklin Square Public Library in October.

‘The marks remind me of my strength’

Elizabeth Forbes is a fighter. When you meet her, you wouldn’t know the many trials and tribulations she has overcome throughout her life. She doesn’t share her personal story often. She … more

By Ana Borruto | 12/29/22

U.S. Rep.-elect George Santos has yet to directly respond to questions about his claimed work and education history, as well as where hundreds of thousands of dollars he loaned his campaign originated from. Now he's facing additional questions about whether his claims his grandparents escaped the Holocaust are true.

Santos claims grandparents were Holocaust survivors challenged

George Santos faces growing scrutiny over where he has worked, where he went to school, and where his seemingly sudden wealth has come from. But now the U.S. Representative-elect is being questioned about something much different: Is he a descendant of Holocaust survivors? more

By Michael Hinman | 12/22/22

Todd Shimkus, left, of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce, Naija Thompson of New York Thoroughbred Breeders, Joe Appelbaum of the New York Thoroughbred Horse Association, Jeff Cannizzo of the New York Racing Association and Heather Mulligan of the Business Council of New York travelled up to Albany to voice their support for the Belmont modernization project.

State urged to approve Belmont Park redevelopment plan

Community leaders and horse racing enthusiasts are urging state legislators to go to the whip for Belmont Park and give their approval for a major upgrade at the racetrack. Representatives from We … more

By Ana Borruto | 12/8/22

The Nassau Community College Foundation honored Hempstead town supervisor Don Clavin, NICE Bus chief executive Jack Khzouz, NCC administrator Charmian Smith, and Richner Communications, parent company of Herald community Newspapers, during a fundraising gala last week.

Clavin, Khzouz, Smith, Richner honored at gala

It was a night to remember, and a night to recognize the people and businesses that help make Nassau Community College what it is. more

By Andre Silva | 12/7/22

With all the food that was collected from left were Tom Jordan, Jenny DeFreitas, Luci Baijnath and Rafael Corro that included a substantial donation from Arrow Exterminating.

Giving Back to Community Corporation collects food for holidays

Numerous people in need can put food on the table for the upcoming holiday season because of the charitable efforts of the Giving Back to Community Corporation. Emilian Emeagwali, president of … more

By Ana Borruto | 12/1/22

Humane Long Island founder John Di Leonardo embracing the rescued turkeys

Four turkeys rescued by Long Island animal rights activists

Thanks to the Humane Long Island organization, four domestic turkeys were saved from being Thanksgiving dinner. Founder and animal rights activist John Di Leonardo said one of these turkeys included … more

By Ana Borruto | 12/1/22

Hundreds Attend Senior Health Expo

Eager guests gathered at the Friedberg JCC in Oceanside to attend RichnerLIVE and the Herald’s Senior Health & Beyond Expo, presented by Mount Sinai South Nassau and brought to you by UnitedHealthcare, on June 23. more

By Alexa Anderwkavich | 11/17/22

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