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I’m 26, and have lived virtually my whole life in Hempstead. I’ve seen a lot of health-related issues — low-income people of color, like me, suffering from chronic conditions like asthma, diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure, and untreated mental illness. Often they haven’t been able to receive proper treatment for their conditions. I wanted to do something about it, and soon I will be able to, because I’m on my way to becoming a doctor.
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By Shakia Miller
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3/8/24
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The Rockville Centre Historical Society is working with the Herald to provide some of the history of the Village of Rockville Centre. Over the coming months, we will share stories and photos of turn-of-the-century buildings, homes and important village milestones and people. We thought that a good place to start would be to recall how Rockville Centre got its name.
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By Jim Belling
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3/8/24
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New York state’s recent mandate to electrify all school buses is a fantasyland, progressive step toward a not-so-green future. Beneath the surface, there are glaring issues that threaten the feasibility of this ambitious initiative. While the intentions seem commendable, the lack of infrastructure, exorbitant costs, and practical challenges in certain regions cast a shadow over the state’s commitment to a cleaner environment.
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By Ari Brown
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3/8/24
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When I was elected to the Nassau County Legislature last fall, I pledged to make it my mission to champion the rights of people with disabilities on the local, state and federal levels to the best of my ability.
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By Michael Giangregorio
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3/8/24
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New York state Senator Kevin Thomas announced on Feb. 29, that he will be withdrawing his bid for U.S. Congress.
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By Daniel Offner
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3/7/24
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Frederick Brewington still remembers that first day of school when he arrived at Lindner Place Elementary School as a 9-year-old. He was instantly met with a swarm of …
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By Nicole Formisano
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3/1/24
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For the 13th year in a row, Rob Hallam is stacking his living room with boxes of food for his annual People’s Food Drive.
“It’s gotten so big,” Hallam, of Lynbrook, said. …
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By Nicole Formisano
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3/1/24
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One man’s trash is another man’s treasure — at least, that certainly seems the case for Malverne’s 2001 garbage truck. A private company from Rhode Island bought the vehicle …
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By Nicole Formisano
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3/1/24
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By Nicole Formisano
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3/1/24
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More than 100 couples were feeling the love this Valentine’s Day, and spent the romantic holiday at the Coral House, in Baldwin, to get their vows renewed by Hempstead Town Clerk, Kate Murray. …
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By Nicole Formisano
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3/1/24
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