Rina Patel

Senior Reporter · Hempstead, NY

Rina Patel, a Hempstead native, has spent a decade reporting on local issues for the Hempstead Herald and NPR's Long Island affiliate. She graduated from Stony Brook University with a degree in Journalism, and her strong ties to the community give her stories a heartfelt touch. Rina specializes in community events, local welfare, and social justice initiatives.

4 stories from Rina Patel in Hempstead

Protesters holding signs in Central Park advocating for e-bike safety

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Protesters say e-bikes put Central Park pedestrians at risk

In the heart of Central Park, a group of passionate community members gathered under the crisp autumn sky, their voices rising in unison against the hum of e-bikes whizzing by. Among them stood Brandi Wiltse, clutching a photograph of her aunt, a poignant reminder of the tragic accident that...

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Family watching holiday TV together, cozy in their living room, festive decorations

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ABC unwraps holiday programming schedule full of festive shows for the family

As the crisp autumn air begins to hint at the festive season ahead, families across Hempstead are buzzing with anticipation, and ABC is poised to deliver a generous helping of holiday magic right into their living rooms. With a lineup brimming with beloved classics and heartwarming new specials,...

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Jurors in a deliberation room, symbolizing the emotional weight of justice

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Jurors describe emotional deliberations, early doubts in Faith Hedgepeth murder trial

In a small, dimly lit room, a group of jurors sat in silence, grappling with the immense weight of their decision in the Faith Hedgepeth murder trial. As they reviewed heart-wrenching evidence, the emotional toll was palpable, revealing the profound humanity behind the often-impersonal courtroom...

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Utah authorities are connecting serial killer Ted Bundy to another 1970s homicide

```json { "content": " In the quiet town of Hempstead, memories of a tragic past have resurfaced with the recent announcement linking infamous serial killer Ted Bundy to the death of a local teenager. For many, this revelation has reopened old wounds, reminding them of the fragility of life and the...

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