The United States Marine Corps kicked off their 51st Annual Toys for Tots program on Long Island on Monday at Papa Razzi restaurant in Westbury. The purpose of the program is to make the holidays brighter for disadvantaged children. FULL STORY

With Bernard Cherkof's decision not to seek re-election after 16 years as water commissioner of the Plainview Water District, Edward Shulroff announced his candidacy for water commissioner. Ed Shulroff brings to his campaign a commitment to the community that is reflected in his 34 years of living in and serving the Plainview-Old Bethpage community. FULL STORY

With only two races remaining in the 21 race series, there are still several titles up for grabs in the 1999 KeySpan/Long Island Track & Field Grand Prix of Long Island Long Distance Running. FULL STORY