Racing fans from throughout the Long Island area will be able to experience the Belmont Stakes from their own backyard...that is, the Nassau Downs Race Palace in Plainview. Record numbers are expected yet again as large crowds view and bet on the final division of the 2005 Triple Crown. The Race Palace teletheatre's Vegas-style atmosphere will allow everyone from avid racing fans to first-time visitors to enjoy this well-known day in sports on Friday, June 10 and Saturday, June 11. FULL STORY

The Republic Airport Commission is scheduled to vote on a resolution to widen the distance between Taxiway B and Runway 1/19 from 200 to 400 feet in order to more safely accommodate aircraft wingspans on the ground. FULL STORY