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Long Island entered Phase Four reopening on Wednesday.

Malverne, West Hempstead community leaders discuss Phase Four reopening

Long Island began Phase Four reopening of the economy on July 8, which includes low-risk arts and entertainment, film and music production and professional sports without fans. Malverne Chamber of … more

By Nakeem Grant and Scott Brinton | 7/10/20

Native gardener Anthony Marinello, 28, began converting his parents’ garden in 2010.

West Hempstead gardener sparks interest in native planting

From colorful prairie plants to flowing water, West Hempstead gardener Anthony Marinello turned his parents’ garden into a native plant oasis. On most days, Marinello can hear the sounds of … more

By Nakeem Grant | 7/9/20

West Hempstead resident Nicole Fodera led a protest at Hall’s Pond Park last month.

Local activists call for change on Long Island

More than a month after the George Floyd killing, his death continues to have a profound impact on communities thousands of miles away from Minneapolis. Activists everywhere have mobilized in an … more

By Scarlett Liriano Cepin | 7/9/20

Malverne High School senior Matt Avvinti’s photo, “Spotted Sunset,” was featured in the annual Photographic Society of America Youth Photography Journal.

Malverne High School photographers honored

Four Malverne High School photography students had their work selected from thousands of national entries to be featured in the annual Photographic Society of America Youth Photography Journal. … more

7/8/20

The West Hempstead Lions Club gathered at Hall’s Pond Park for a cleanup on June 27.

West Hempstead Lions Club cleans up Hall’s Pond Park

The West Hempstead Lions Club held a clean up at Hall’s Pond Park on June 27. Volunteers in the community joined with Lions Club members to collect 15 bags of garbage, a chair, masks, gloves, … more

7/8/20

Hofstra University officials have moved the Thomas Jefferson statue from its original location in front of the student center to an academic building across the street.

Hofstra moves Jefferson statue amid outcries

By Visvajit Sriramrajan A statue of Thomas Jefferson, which has stood in front of Hofstra University’s David S. Mack Student Center for more than 20 years, has been relocated to Emily Lowe … more

7/7/20

L.I. preps for Phase Four reopening Wednesday

Long Island is set to begin Phase Four reopening of the economy on July 8, including universities and colleges. As of press time Monday, however, Governor Cuomo said there was no word yet whether the … more

By Scott Brinton | 7/6/20

Seaford, Wantagh open under state's Phase 4

More businesses in Seaford and Wantagh opened up under the state's Phase 4 rules this week, but the fanfare was somewhat muted, since the hamlets have few of the businesses most likely to benefit. more

By Scott Brinton and Timothy Denton | 7/6/20

Volunteer fire departments across New York state, including the Malverne Fire Department will benefit from the newly signed legislation that will protect the Length Of Service Award Program.

Bill aiding volunteer firefighters signed into law

A legislation introduced by State Sen. Todd Kaminsky that protects the benefits of volunteer firefighters and emergency medical personnel was signed into law by Gov. Andrew Cuomo. The bill was … more

By Matthew Ferremi | 7/2/20

Michael Miskiewicz helped his sister, Molly, unpack donations from her car on June 26.

West Hempstead siblings expand food donation pickup service

As a social work graduate intern at the Baldwin Public Library, Molly Miskiewicz noticed that many residents were struggling to get food during the coronavirus pandemic, and decided to … more

By Nakeem Grant, Melissa Koenig and Bridget Downes | 7/2/20

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