For many politicians, the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow is a judgeship. To achieve that goal while under 40 is unusual but Jon Kaiman, Democratic candidate for Town of North Hempstead supervisor had that good fortune. Nonetheless, he resigned from the bench of the District Court because he knew that he wanted a different role in government. "I have a philosophy about how things should be run," he said in an interview with editors from Anton Newspapers, "and I wanted to get in the game. You're very restricted as a judge," he said. "It's fascinating, but not for me." Now he has a chance to become a major player in the political game as the Democratic candidate for the seat that is being vacated by May Newburger. Ms. Newburger, who chose not to run for a sixth term, has voiced enthusiastic support for Kaiman as her successor. "I feel very confident thinking of Jon in this office." FULL STORY

Lauren Niewender of Williston Park is a key player for the Rider University Women's Volleyball team. The 6-1, senior middle hitter finished first on the team in blocking and second on the team in games played and service aces and third on the team in kills. FULL STORY

The Southampton College Colonials women's soccer team started the season on the road, going 3-0-1. Team captains include senior midfielder Jessica Coulon of Mineola and junior forward Asa Birgersdotter of Stockholm, Sweden. Both players are expected to shine. FULL STORY