As he thanked village officials, fellow firefighters and his family, 84-year-old Floral Park firefighter Joe Quaderer said he'll keep serving his community until he can't anymore. A former recipient of the Spirit of Floral Park Award and a retired New York City fireman, Quaderer received a plaque in appreciation of his 50 years of service to the department during Tuesday's board meeting. FULL STORY

Although several Laurel Street residents agree conditions at the tunnel improved since they last voiced concerns to Police Commissioner Mike Reid and the board about alleged drug activity taking place there, they're still troubled by children loitering at the nearby sump, another popular hangout in town. FULL STORY