If the LIRR and DOT plans for a third rail, presented by the New Hyde Park Village LIRR Task Force, are put into effect, New Hyde Park, as it is known today, will change forever. FULL STORY

Former New York State Assemblywoman Maureen O'Connell, who is running for the 7th Senatorial Seat vacated by Senator Balboni, who was at the meeting, said, "I applaud the village for getting this word out to the public. But, I am very upset as to what I am seeing which is a patchwork of plans being sent to us long after the time frame that we can review this and have an opportunity to be heard is over. FULL STORY

On Feb. 3 the New Hyde Park Cyclones will hold a Night at The Races at the Knight's of Columbus Hall, St. Anne's Council, 263-15 Union Turnpike, Glen Oaks at 7 p.m. $10 donation will include raffles, prizes and a 50/50 drawing. Tickets at the door. For further information, please call Val Scarapicchia at 779-5841. FULL STORY