It's a fact, what artist, designer, engineer or architect struck by a brilliant idea hasn't sketched and doodled on the nearest piece of paper - in many cases, a napkin or the back of a menu. It seems that all-consuming inspiration and food consumption have a direct correlation. Perhaps personal muses frolic best in a relaxing atmosphere fueled by the perfect cup of coffee or a great meal. At least that's what inspired Phil Gavosto and Keith Striga, architects of the Nassau County 9/11 Memorial Project, to create their winning design for the Eisenhower Park site. FULL STORY

Leaders from seven communities opposing the Metropolitan Transit Authority/Long Island Rail Road's (MTA/LIRR) Main Line Corridor Improvements Project, which entails the construction of an additional track and the elimination of several on-grade traffic crossings, met recently at Floral Park Village Hall to discuss future plans to oppose the $800 million project. Other community leaders from Mineola, Westbury and Carle Place have also announced their opposition. FULL STORY