Hempstead
A village in Nassau County, New York — population 54,749 as of 2020.
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Long Island Press
September 13Victoria’s Secrets | A heartfelt week
My heart swelled this week with great joy and then sadness. Dear friend Dr. Peter Micholas, who just published his new book “The Death of Aging” (available on Amazon), invited me to a gala for Operation International, and I went not knowing much about the group. Well, I left the…
Community Groups & Organizations
Long Island Press
September 11Great Neck passing 9/11 memories to a new generation
A quarter-century after the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks, Great Neck residents and first responders gathered at three local ceremonies to honor those who died and reflect on how their stories can be preserved for generations to come. The Vigilant and Alert fire companies and the…
Community Groups & Organizations
Long Island Press
September 11Thousands gather at Point Lookout to mark 25th anniversary of 9/11
The sound of bagpipes, prayers and a bell ringing over the Atlantic Ocean marked the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks Friday morning, as more than 1,000 community members, first responders, and officials gathered for a sunrise memorial service at Town Park Point Lookout.…
Community Groups & Organizations
Long Island Press
1 hour agoPort Washington School District honors 25th anniversary of 9/11
Port Washington marked the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks with an evening of remembrance and community pride at Whitney Field, culminating in a 54-21 victory for the Port Washington Vikings varsity football team over Syosset. The community paused before kickoff for the…
Local Sports
Long Island Press
September 12Three new eateries that have recently joined the Long Island food scene
THE JAMES This popular Babylon brasserie has opened a second location in the heart of Garden City. The James’ menu boasts sushi-grade tuna crudo with sesame seed, sliced pickled cucumber, fresh orange, avocado puree, soy, rice paper ($25), sous vide smoked bacon & burrata with…
Local Business
Long Island Press
49 minutes agoRoslyn school board reflects on 9/11, prepares for homecoming
The Roslyn Board of Education reflected on the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, while district officials and student leaders outlined upcoming school events, including homecoming and activities designed to build school spirit. Board President Meryl Waxman…
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See & do
- African American Museum of Nassau County
- Axinn Library
- Boys & Girl Club
- Brierley Park
- Chilibeans Party Place
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Hempstead by the numbers
- Area
- 3.69 sq mi (9.56 km²), 0 sq mi water
- Median age
- 38.1
- Households
- 17,108
- Persons per household
- 3.4
- Median household income
- $90,420
- Median house value
- $459,500
- Office
- VILLAGE TREASURER
- Address
- 99 NICHOLS CT, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550