Lieutenant Kenneth Jackson and Detective Richard Pedone, representing Garden City Police Commissioner Ernest Cipullo, attended the annual Automobile Club of New York Community Traffic Awards Ceremony, held at the Westchester Country Club. FULL STORY

Santa Claus is polishing up his boots in readiness for his annual excursion to Garden City by way of the Chamber of Commerce's 47th annual tree lighting Sunday, Dec. 2 at the village gazebo. Festivities will begin at 3:30 p.m. FULL STORY

The Recreation Department will sponsor a mixed doubles platform Christmas party on Saturday, Dec. 1 from 7:30 to 10 p.m. at Garden City Community Park. The evening will include round robin play, food and refreshments at $20 per couple. There is a 12 team limit for this evening. Call Steve at 483-2525 to reserve a space. FULL STORY

The Lawrence High School football team remained unbeaten, defeating a courageous Garden City team in a Nassau County Conference II playoff game by a score of 14-6. The Garden City defense was able to hold the Lawrence offense scoreless in the first half with a gutsy effort. However, except for some good running by Dan Flannery at the end of the first half, the Garden City offense was held in check. FULL STORY