Jan. 12: Halls Pond Update, Merchants Inducted, Sweets Saga and More

When can West Hempstead residents expect to see the construction complete at one of their favorite local landmarks - Halls Pond Park?

Find out today on Patch. Plus, read about the latest 'food fight' at the Malverne school board meeting. Here's a look at the top stories for Jan. 12.

1. Halls Pond Progress: Months after in West Hempstead re-opened to the public, Nassau County still hasn't finished all the renovations planned for the site. See what a spokesman for the County's Department of Public Works had to say about the status of the project.
   
2. Merchants Inducted: The Malverne Merchants and Professionals Association officially kicked off 2012 by swearing in its newest members and board representatives. Check out the photos today on Patch.
3. Photo Hunt: Test your local knowledge by guessing where in Malverne or West Hempstead was taken. The winner will be announced next Wednesday.
4. Cupcake Sage Continues: Click here to read about how the latest revisions to the Wellness Policy, which has the board and parents feuding over cupcakes and birthday celebrations.
5. Science Fair and Financial Aid: It's a busy night for the West Hempstead school district, which is holding Financial Aid Night in the auditorium at 7 p.m., while both the high school and middle school science fairs are taking place nearby.