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Supervisor Don Clavin and Councilwoman Missy Miller announced the rollout of special beach mobility mats that provide wheelchair bound and other persons with disabilities a “way to the waves.” Read on...
Hempstead Town Supervisor Don Clavin has mobilized the town’s Shark Patrol to ensure complete safety for the patrons of Town of Hempstead beaches. What’s more, Supervisor Clavin shared beach safety tips as well as advising patrons on deadly rip currents. Read on...