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Strolling along the tree lined streets, people witness the normal routine of couples wishing each other a good day before going to work, mothers welcoming their children home from school, a thriving business district and perfectly kept homes. This is not Wisteria Lane, but this one square mile incorporated village nestled within southeastern Nassau County is known as Malverne.

According to the US Census, Malverne’s population is an estimated 8,500 residents and nearly 83% of them are Caucasian, the rest of them include African Americans, Hispanics and Asians. With a median income of $115,000 this affluent neighborhood possess many benefits, but comes with high taxes and conflicted feelings about the village.

The business district of Malverne consists of all small businesses and no franchises are permitted within the village. From a working farm to the old style luncheonette to a modern wine bar, residents have most of their necessities on Hempstead Avenue. An active civic association and chamber of commerce that host numerous events throughout the year, including the annual holiday lighting, galas and wine tastings it creates a caring community for all residents.

Governed by a mayor and board of trustees and patrolled by the Malverne Police Department, these are some of the main aspects that people find negative about the village. During village elections, residents are allowed to vote to maintain or disband the incorporation of Malverne, however for the nearly 100 years residents and visitors have enjoyed the quaintness and American feel of the village Malverne.