East Meadow Herald

08/05/2025

BREAKING ‼ Hempstead Town Supervisor Donald X. Clavin Jr. resigned during Tuesday's town board meeting, and Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti was appointed as the interim supervisor.

“I want to say what an honor and a privilege and a friendship all of you have been. And to the residents, you have always been very kind to me,” said Clavin, "I'm grateful for the opportunity to serve all of you. Even the critics have been the nicest people in the world to me. And I wish all of you the greatest success, and God bless you and God bless America.”

For more details, visit https://www.liherald.com/stories/hempstead-supervisor-resigns,216626?

📸: Courtesy Town of Hempstead

07/29/2025

"If you’ve been turning up the volume on the TV or struggling to follow conversations in noisy environments, it might be time to schedule a hearing test. Hearing problems can sneak up gradually, but knowing the signs and taking proactive steps can make all the difference."

Read more at the link blow!

If you’ve been turning up the volume on the TV or struggling to follow conversations in noisy environments, it might be time to schedule a hearing test. Hearing problems can sneak up gradually, but knowing the signs and taking proactive steps can make all the difference.

07/23/2025

State Democrats, including Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages and State Sen. Julia Salazar, visited the Nassau County Correctional Center in East Meadow on July 23, in order to inspect the conditions of cells being used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.

According to a press briefing sent to the Herald from Salazar’s office on July 22, ICE has detained more than 1,400 New Yorkers at the East Meadow facility over the last five months through an agreement with County Executive Bruce Blakeman. Salazar’s office stated that “none of the people Nassau police has handed over to ICE are violent criminals.”

To read more about the visit, read the story on https://www.liherald.com/stories/state-democrats-tour-east-meadow-correctional-facility,216394

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07/23/2025

"A dog attack can change everything in a moment—leaving victims physically wounded, emotionally scarred, and sometimes permanently traumatized." Read more at the link below!

A dog attack can change everything in a moment—leaving victims physically wounded, emotionally scarred, and sometimes permanently traumatized. But it's not just the victim who faces life-altering consequences. Dog owners who fail to control their pets now face a new legal reality in New York: they...

07/11/2025

The Kiwanis Club of East Meadow’s inaugural Kids Day brought fun, laughter, and community spirit to East Meadow High School, raising money for scholarships for graduating high school seniors.

07/11/2025

Meg Ryan, the former president and chief executive of Nassau University Medical, announced her intent to file a lawsuit against the Nassau Health Care Corporation, the public benefit group that oversees the hospital and its operations. Ryan is alleging wrongful termination, lost wages and intentional reputational damage.

To learn more about the turbulent changes at NUMC, visit https://www.liherald.com/stories/meg-ryan-nassau-university-medical-center-lawsuit-east-meadow,216199?

07/04/2025

The East Meadow Baseball Softball Association recently honored the life and legacy of longtime volunteer and coach Mel Kong, unveiling a memorial tree and plaque at the community’s ball fields. Family, friends, and community members gathered to share memories and celebrate his lasting impact.

06/12/2025

When my dad was ready to close Pietro’s, I couldn’t let it go. Family restaurants like ours are more than businesses—they’re the heartbeat of the community.

Pietro’s was months from closing when my dad called me in 2022. He had been struggling with cancer, and keeping the restaurant going had become too much. The fact that he called me—last minute, out of the blue—even though I had a full-time career at the time, told me everything. He was giving ...

06/02/2025

Learn how to team up with your pest pro and stay ahead of nature’s little intruders with A&C Pest Management’s Owner Jim Skinner who shares tips on prevention, smart prep and how to give homeowners Peace of Mind. Read more at the story below.

From ants in the kitchen to squirrels in the attic, pests come in all forms, but keeping them out doesn’t have to be complicated. Associate Certified Entomologist Jim Skinner, President and CEO of A&C Pest Management, brings decades of experience to the table and shares his best advice for prevent...

05/30/2025

To the East Meadow High School community, Richard Howard has long been a guiding presence — as a teacher, administrator, and finally, principal. His entire career as an educator has been spent in East Meadow, and it will come to a close at the end of the school year as he retires, concluding a full-circle journey in the very halls where it all began. Read about his career here ⬇️

To the East Meadow High School community, Richard Howard has long been a guiding presence — as a teacher, administrator, and finally, principal. His entire career as an educator has been spent in East Meadow, and it will come to a close at the end of the school year as he retires, concluding a ful...

05/07/2025

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Led by Branded Content expert David Arkin, this casual gathering will show you how to tell your story in ways that attract attention and drive results.
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04/29/2025

The Long Island Marathon is set to return this weekend, drawing thousands of runners, festivalgoers and food lovers for a weekend packed with action, entertainment, local eats and more. Read about the races and local impacts ⬇️

The Jovia Financial Credit Union Long Island Marathon is set to return this weekend, drawing thousands of runners, festivalgoers and food lovers for a weekend packed with action, entertainment, local eats and more.