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April 6: Easter Services, New Fire Chiefs, Vacant Store and More

A look at the top stories for this Friday in Malverne and West Hempstead.

Move over, boys. Nassau County now has its first-ever female fire chief with last night's election in the Lakeview. Learn more later today.

Plus, as Catholics in Malverne-West Hempstead continue to observe Holy Week, Passover also starts tonight for our Jewish readers. Get a schedule of services being held at local houses of worship this afternoon.

Here are your top headlines for April 6.

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  1. Good Friday, Easter Services: In observance of Good Friday, in Malverne will act out the Living Stations of the Cross at noon while in West Hempstead will hold "A Walk to Calvary" procession at 6 p.m. Local synagogues will also hold candle lightings at 6:59 p.m. to signal the beginning of Passover. Learn about more Easter and Passover services this afternoon.
  2. Fire Chiefs: Malverne and Lakeview held their fire chief elections last night. Meet the new department leaders today, including Nassau County's first-ever female chief.
  3. Vacant Store: Patch continues its series, "Empty in Malverne-West Hempstead," exploring the various vacant stores in the neighborhood. Tell us what you think should replace a vacancy on Hempstead Avenue later today.
  4. Readers' Choice Winner: Polls close at 9 a.m. today for this week's Readers' Choice contest. in Malverne-West Hempstead and check back later today to see who won. (Plus, find out what next week's contest will be.) 
  5. Egg Hunt: Don't forget that tomorrow the Malverne Merchants will host their annual Easter Egg Hunt for local kids. Learn more about the event here.


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