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As Gammy’s Pantry closes at the Five Towns Community Center, neighbors collect food and other items on Monday

Gammy’s Pantry is gone, food distribution continues

Explore the transition of Gammy's Pantry within the Five Towns Community Center, highlighting the legacy of its founder Sasha Young, assurance of pantry's continuity by Gwynn Campbell amidst organizational changes, and ongoing community support from organizations like Rock and Wrap It Up!, all amid discussions about the center's future under the guidance of Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman. more

By Melissa Berman | 5/3/24

Former fellows of the Birthright Israel Excel, Jesse Behar from East Setauket and Arye Lifshitz, right, from Lawrence, attended the summit in New York City.

Lawrence teen attends Birthright Israel Excel summit

Discover Arye Lifshitz's journey through the prestigious Birthright Israel Excel program, where he gained insights into Middle Eastern affairs at a recent NYC summit. more

By Melissa Berman | 5/3/24

Richie Grossman coaches in the Hewlett-Woodmere Little League, which plays and practices on the baseball fields at North Woodmere Park, just one of the amenities at the county facility.

They don’t take county parks for granted

Discover Nassau County's expansive park amenities and future plans, showcasing a substantial return on investment for residents. more

By Parker Schug | 4/25/24

The Bayview Avenue site in Inwood where there would be dump truck vehicle storage if the Town of Hempstead approves the rezoning request.

Trucks raise Inwood neighbors’ anger

Opposition arises in Inwood over proposed rezoning for dump truck storage, sparking concerns about environmental impact and safety for residents. more

By Melissa Berman | 4/25/24

Herald file photo The Lawrence school district is one of 16 districts of the 50 across Nassau County that do not offer late buses for its students. Above, Independent Coach is one of the bus companies Lawrence uses to transport students.

Want a late bus? Not in Lawrence school district

Some Nassau County school districts lack late buses, sparking debate over budget allocation and student accessibility. more

By Melissa Berman | 4/25/24

Nathaniel Blumenthal Lazan, left, David Lazan, Marion Blumenthal Lazan, Michele Hochhauser, Debbie Habshoosh were a part of the pebble garden dedication ceremony, honoring Marion’s legacy as a Holocaust survivor and speaker.

Pebbles, once again, symbolize a Holocaust survivor’s tale

Woodmere Middle School students honor Holocaust survivor with pebble garden dedication ceremony, inspired by her book "Four Perfect Pebbles," emphasizing the importance of remembrance and education. more

By Parker Schug | 4/25/24

Rachel Rossen, left, Benjamin Rossen, Sarah Rossen, Joshua Rossen, Rebecca Rossen and Marc Rossen burned their chometz at the Woodmere Fire Department on April 22, as part of the annual Passover tradition.

Chometz burning with Woodmere F.D.

Woodmere volunteer firefighters oversee safe burning of chometz before Passover, with local officials in attendance. more

By Parker Schug | 4/25/24

The north side of the Nassau Expressway by Rock Hall Road and Seagirt Boulevard is temporarily close because of a vehicular accident.

Lawrence: Nassau Expressway closed northbound between Rock Hall Road and Seagirt Boulevard

The north side of the Nassau Expressway is temporarily closed between Rock Hall Road and Seagirt Boulevard in Lawrence due to a car accident. more

By Jeff Bessen | 4/22/24

Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages joins lawmakers and supporters like Assemblyman David Weprin, at left, and state Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal, at right, last month to call on her colleagues to support the Local Journalism Sustainability Act. A version of this measure was included in the finalized state budget that was approved this weekend by Gov. Kathy Hochul and state lawmakers.

State budget includes $90 million local media tax credit

New York unveils groundbreaking payroll tax credit for local news outlets, boosting journalism sustainability and democracy. more

STAFF REPORT | 4/20/24

Elizabeth Anche, top left, founder of the Lizzy Anche Foundation, visited Narayi, Chukun Local Government Area, Kaduna State, Nigeria to donate books. The kids range in age from 3 to 13.

Hindi’s Libraries marks milestone with over 500,000 children’s books donated globally

Hindi’s Libraries, a Cedarhurst-based nonprofit, celebrates donating over 500,000 children’s books globally, fostering literacy and honoring its founder's legacy. more

By Melissa Berman | 4/19/24

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