An audit of Nassau County's 8th Police Precinct by Nassau County Comptroller Howard Weitzman has found that, even after previous audits highlighted the problem, too many police officers are still assigned to clerical positions rather than patrol duties. The report also found high levels of overtime, extensive use of obsolete technology and the underutilization of 68 crossing guards. FULL STORY

The Jan. 10 Town of Oyster Bay induction ceremony had two constant themes - John Venditto and the Republicans. The inductees - Chris Coschignano, Angelo Delligatti, Beth Faughnan, Steve Labriola and John Venditto, were sworn in to the all-Republican town board and each councilperson and clerk praised Venditto for his leadership. FULL STORY