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A debris trap has been installed in the stream at the north end of Hendrickson Park to catch bottles, cans and other floating objects.

Stream project wraps up, park trails re-open

Valley Stream’s park-goers got some good news late last week. The north end of Hendrickson Park re-opened on March 29 now that a months-long project to improve the stream has just about come to an end. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 4/3/13

There were Eggs as far as the eye could see, until children scooped them all up, at Hendrickson Park last Saturday for the village’s annual Easter egg hunt hosted by the Recreation Department.

It’s the most egg-cellent time of the year

There are many events in Valley Stream that children look forward to every year, but one of their favorites is the Easter egg hunt at Hendrickson Park. It helps that they get to go home with some candy. more

3/27/13

SallyAnn Esposito, who has lived in Valley Stream for more than four decades, is the new manager of the Community Center at Hendrickson Park, formerly the administration building.

Community Center manager feels right at home

A rainy day in Valley Stream turned out to be a ray of sunshine for long-time resident SallyAnn Esposito. The chain of events after a 2011 flood damaged the Hendrickson Park administration building eventually led to her getting her dream job. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 2/20/13

the first floor of 195 Rockaway Ave. will eventually become Valley Stream’s new courtroom. From left are village Safety Officer William Grace, Building Superintendent Tom McAleer, carpenter Jimmy Neal, electrician Brian Howley and building manager John Mastromarino.

Renovations progress at pool, new court

It’s been a busy winter for village workers. At a time of year when outdoor projects are typically put aside — except for the occasional snow plowing — it’s the insides of Valley Stream’s facilities that get the most attention. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 2/14/13

The second floor of 195 Rockaway Ave. is basically “move-in ready,” noted Mayor Ed Fare. The village officially took possession of the building last week.

Rockaway Avenue move nears

It’s been more than a year in the making, but early 2013 is when the village is finally going to move into its new building on Rockaway Avenue, Mayor Ed Fare said during an interview with the Herald about the village’s plans for the new year that was followed by a tour of the property. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 1/3/13

Village officials including Mayor Ed Fare recently welcomed members of the Silver Threads senior group back to Hendrickson Park, after 13 months at Firemen’s Field.

Seniors are back home at Hendrickson

After 13 months at the Firemen’s Field clubhouse, the Silver Threads senior group is back at Hendrickson Park. The seniors were displaced last August when a heavy rainstorm filled the former administration building with three feet of water, seriously damaging the complex. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 10/3/12

Construction crews have been working at Hendrickson Park since July 22 where they are installing a forebay to collect litter and debris, in addition to removing sand and silt and placing plants along the steam banks.

Stream upgrades close portion of Valley Stream park

A $2 million storm-water-quality improvement project is underway in Valley Stream at two separate locations, with work at a third location set to start next month. more

By Brian Croce | 9/12/12

Renovations will soo begin on the men's and women's changing rooms at the Valley Stream pool, to be completed for the 2013 season.

Upgrades to begin at Valley Stream pool

For the second straight offseason, Valley Stream’s pool complex will be undergoing major renovations. The pools closed for the summer after Labor Day, and work will begin to refurbish the two locker rooms. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 9/12/12

The new Sept. 11 monument at Hendrickson Park in Valley Stream was unveiled for the 11th anniversary of the attacks.

Valley Stream monument honors every victim

Under sunny skies and with more than 400 people watching, Mayor Ed Fare gave the order. A fire truck’s engine started up, and Valley Stream Auxiliary Police began untying pieces of rope that held two flaps of a black cloth together. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 9/11/12

The new Sept. 11 monument will be the focal point of Tuesday’s memorial service to mark the 11th anniversary of the terrorist attacks.

Valley Stream to unveil new Sept. 11 memorial

When Valley Stream residents come to pay tribute to the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on Tuesday, they will do so at the village’s new memorial. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 9/6/12

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