Congresswoman Details Her Noise Abatement Efforts in Congress -- In their continuous battle with unbearable airplane noise in Floral Park and the surrounding areas, residents recently flooded Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy's office with phone calls and letters. As a result, the congresswoman wants to take this opportunity to update the affected communities on her noise abatement efforts in Congress. FULL STORY

"They are available to protect us at a moment's notice, whether it is a rescue from a house fire, car accident or a medical emergency," Supervisor Kate Murray said during the Town's 2003 Firematic Awards ceremony Oct. 8. "Firefighters are performing a vital function in our communities 24 hours a day, seven days a week." FULL STORY