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North Hempstead

A town in Nassau County, New York — population 235,929 as of 2022.

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News in North Hempstead

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Long Island Press September 3

Port Washington Italian Festival to return for 45th year

The sights, sounds and flavors of Italy will return next week as the John Michael Marino Lodge No. 1389 hosts its 45th annual Italian Festival. The four-day Port Washington festival is scheduled for Sept. 10-13 at Town of North Hempstead Beach Park, 175 West Shore Road, bringing…

Events
Long Island Press September 3

When the shofar is silent: A Rosh Hashanah message for all of us

There are moments when the calendar itself seems to speak. This year, as we remember Sept. 11 and approach Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, the Sabbath adds its own sacred message. Three themes come together: memory, renewal and peace. Sept. 11 asks us to remember. We remember…

Community Groups & Organizations
Long Island Press September 3

Carle Place School District celebrates long-time educators

The Carle Place School District recognized educators for 20, 25 and 30 years of service during the district’s Superintendent’s Conference Day on Aug. 31. Superintendent of Schools Ted Cannone highlighted each honoree and spoke about their contributions to the district and their…

Education
Long Island Press September 3

Carle Place student to receive art merit award

Carle Place High School senior Ava Kang has been selected as a Merit Award recipient for the 2026-27 Long Island Scholar-Artist Awards, presented by the Long Island Arts Alliance. Kang is one of 40 students from 32 high schools in Nassau and Suffolk counties recognized by the…

Creatives & Arts
Long Island Press September 3

Carle Place School District holds new teacher orientation

Carle Place Schools hosted its annual new teacher orientation Aug. 25 and 26, welcoming the district’s newest educators ahead of the 2026-27 school year. During the two-day program, new teachers learned about the district’s mission, educational values and instructional goals, as…

Education
Long Island Press September 3

School year begins in Port Washington with theme of Building on Excellence

More than 5,000 students in grades kindergarten through 12 headed back to school in Port Washington, kicking off the 2026–2027 school year under this year’s district theme: building on excellence. On Wednesday, Sept. 2, elementary students met their teachers, found their new…

Education

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North Hempstead by the numbers

Population 235,929Population figure, 2022
Households & income
Median age
43.1
Households
80,863
Persons per household
2.9
Median household income
$158,158
Median house value
$888,000
2020–2024 ACS
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