Serious Issue Becomes Hot Topic in Town of Hempstead -- Nassau County District Attorney Denis Dillon announced that a grand jury would investigate the issue of illegal housing over the next six months to determine the cause of illegal housing. Dillon said the investigative grand jury will hear and examine evidence concerning offenses, misconduct, nonfeasance and neglect in public office, whether criminal or otherwise and will possibly issue a report. FULL STORY

Due to the quick reactions of Floral Park Police Officer William Doherty, and with the assistance of fellow Floral Park Police Officer Kim Scanlon and Clerk to the Village Justice Don Phillips, alleged serial bank robber Parvez Bal was subdued and placed under arrest May 18 when he allegedly attempted to rob Citibank. FULL STORY