Maria Gomez

Bureau Chief · Garden City, NY

Maria Gomez has over 15 years of experience in local journalism, having previously served as the editor for the Hempstead Herald and a contributor to Newsday. She graduated from Long Island University with a degree in Journalism and has a passion for engaging with the diverse voices of Garden City. Maria believes that community journalism plays a crucial role in shaping local identity.

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New York unvaccinated infant dies in state's 1st measles death in 30 years

An infant in Lewis County has died in a measles-associated case, marking the first measles-associated death in the state in 30 years, according to officials.

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