
30/07/2025
This Week In West Hempstead: Week Of July 30th
Halls Pond Cleanup Meeting Recap
The West Hempstead Community Support Association (WHCSA) held a meeting on 7/29 at Veterans Hall to address the condition of Halls Pond. Over 50 residents attended along with Legislators John Giuffre and Bill Gaylor, Parks Commissioner Darcy Belyea, and Public Works Assistant Commissioner Connie Petrucci.
Library:
Free Mammogram Screenings – August 8, 8–11:30 a.m. (Register: 516-444-8752)
Libby App: WHPL cardholders can access magazines like Bon Appétit, plus e-books and audiobooks, for free.
Schools:
Starting September 2025, new device rules:
Elementary: No personal internet-enabled devices allowed.
Secondary: Devices must be silenced and stored in lockers or caddies.
Exceptions apply for IEPs, 504 plans, health, or family care needs.
Around Town:
Block Pizza is offering an all-you-can-eat special today for $24.99.
Who are the best mechanics in town? Share your recommendations.
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Lots of discussion of Hall's Pond this week as Norm attended the community meeting at American Legion Hall and a lot went on. The dredging project is tempora...