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Long Beach resident Todd Kaminsky’s enthusiasm — and his ability to serve the 20th Assembly District — are undeniable. At 36, his record as a federal prosecutor who has handled public corruption cases is impressive, and we believe he would fight against corruption and bring more accountability not only to Albany, but to the district. more

10/31/14

Nassau Herald reporter Vanessa Parker, 41, crossed the finish line after running the Inwood 5K, last Sunday.

Running the streets of Inwood

I still can’t believe that I ran in and completed the Inwood 5K, a 3.1-mile race, on Oct. 12. more

By Vanessa Parker | 10/15/14

There has been a rash of car thefts in the Five Towns and throughout Nassau County, the Nassau County Police Department says. Luxury cars, similar to these on Broadway in Hewlett, have been targeted.

Beware: Thieves target luxury cars

Throughout Nassau County, and especially in the Five Towns, there has been an increase of vehicle thefts — the majority of them luxury cars, according to the Nassau County Police Department. more

By Vanessa Parker | 10/15/14

Five Towns Community Chest fair closed due to rain

Due to the inclement weather weather Saturday officials decided to close the Five Towns Community Chest 30th annual fair. The movie "Finding Nemo" is expected to be shown Saturday night, Chest officials said. The fair will be open Sunday, Oct. 12 and on Monday, Columbus Day, Oct. 13 beginning at 11 a.m. in Andrew J. Parise Park in Cedarhurst. more

10/11/14

Five Towns Community Chest’s annual fair includes rides, games, food and musical entertainment. Cedarhurst native Carine Ulano-Firestone performed original songs and covers including the Bob Dylan classic “Blowing in the Wind” at last year’s event.

Five Towns Community Chest fair continues on Monday

The 30th annual Five Towns Community Chest fair will continue on Monday, Columbus Day, Oct. 13 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. more

By Vanessa Parker | 10/1/14

The Five Towns Community Chest 5K Run/Walk is one of four races that make up the Southwest Nassau Run Series.

Remember screaming to your friends “race ya to the …” or “last one there is a …”? Today we might think about those great years growing up in our neighborhood as we run our streets for pleasure, exercise and occasionally for friendly competition. more

9/25/14

Kristen Murphy, 15, of North Bellmore, won the 2014 “Got Talent? Long Island” competition.

N. Bellmore singer wins ‘Got talent? Long Island’

Fifteen-year-old Kristen Murphy, of North Bellmore, recently placed first in the fifth annual “Got Talent? Long Island” competition, sponsored by the Huntington Arts Council. In... more

By Julie Mansmann | 9/17/14

After Sept. 30, the Five Towns Community Center will be under new leadership. Bertha Pruitt, the center’s executive director, is moving to Maryland to be closer to her family.

Leaving the Five Towns and its community center

After almost 40 years of service to the Five Towns Community Center, Executive Director Bertha Pruitt will leave her position on Sept. 30. The search for her replacement is under way. more

By Vanessa Parker | 9/3/14

Nassau County is scheduled to apply ground treatment for West Nile Virus in portions of the Five Towns, including along Reynolds Channel on Aug. 27.

Five Towns to be sprayed for West Nile virus

On Wednesday, Aug. 27 between 8 p.m. and 4 a.m., sections of Cedarhurst, Inwood, Lawrence Woodmere and Woodsburgh will receive ground treatment by truck for the West Nile virus, officials from the Nassau County departments of Health and Public Works announced. more

By Jeff Bessen | 8/26/14

The Seastreak ferry operates from Rockaway, with multiple runs to lower Manhattan and midtown for $3.50 each way.

Rockaway ferry expects spike in ridership ahead of LIRR strike

With thousands of commuters facing a possible strike this Sunday, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority said that in addition to an existing ferry service in Rockaway, it will add a free ferry … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 7/15/14

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