To add to the suspense, a malfunctioning ballot machine held up election vote tallies in Floral Park March 15. The race to replace Mayor Ann Corbett, who, after serving on the board as either trustee or mayor for 16 years, did not seek re-election, and two open trustee seats has been in the news for months, culminating with a heated debate March 3. FULL STORY

A standing ovation greeted Floral Park Mayor Ann Corbett as she reminisced about her 16 years serving on the board, the last four as mayor. Residents packed village hall to watch her preside over her last board meeting, although she still intends to meet with fellow board members to discuss village issues until her term officially expires. FULL STORY