Discusses Latest Actions Taking Place in Washington -- During a press briefing at her office on Fulton Avenue, Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy updated members of the local media on several pressing issues currently being discussed in Washington. Homeland security, education, corporate accountability, long term health insurance, gun control and air noise solutions, which greatly affect several communities on the island, including Bellerose and Floral Park, were just some items on the agenda. FULL STORY

Former Nassau Assistant District Attorney Steve Irace, a Garden City Republican, has announced his candidacy for the US Congress in the Fourth District. According to Irace, "I know I can do a better job than what's being done. My goal is nothing less than to reform the way politics are conducted in Washington now." FULL STORY