President Bush Calls It War -- Wednesday, Sept. 12 - A deep sense of shock and sadness pervaded the communities of Nassau County today, in the wake of yesterday's terrorist strikes on America, which are being described by President Bush as "the most devastating terrorist attacks in the nation's history," and "an act of war." FULL STORY

Plainview Business Accepting Donations -- Nassau County Presiding Officer Judy Jacobs and Minority Leader Peter Schmitt, in an effort to assist the New York City operation in its rescue and recovery effort at the World Trade Center, are asking residents who are interested in helping to donate non-perishable items for transport to the site of the terrorist attack. FULL STORY