''We want to see a new day for Nassau County,'' said Assemblyman Thomas DiNapoli of Great Neck, as he prepared for the primary challenge to his candidacy for Nassau County Executive. In an interview just before the Sept. 11 primary, Mr. DiNapoli spoke confidently of his ''leadership skills,'' unifying and strengthening the Nassau Democrats when serving as their chairman, and his ability to ''work across party and jurisdictional lines,'' working with Governor Pataki and the Republicans to establish an oversight board and bring $105 million in aid to the beleaguered Nassau County. FULL STORY

The dog days of August are hardly a time to slow down when you're a candidate to be the next Nassau County Executive with a Sept. 11 primary on the horizon. Just ask Tom Suozzi. The Glen Cove mayor is getting his message out by doing interviews with local media, attending various events and meeting with residents as his campaign pushes full force into the home stretch. FULL STORY

Manhasset Bay was a busy place last weekend - there were the spectator boats for the Knickerbocker Cup, and the one-design boats, which race every weekend, plus boats competing in the Manhasset Bay Challenge Cup. Our harbor was absolutely stunning with so many yachts enjoying her beauty, just the perfect way to spend a Labor Day weekend. FULL STORY

The Port Washington Soccer Club's U-14 Wildcats, coached by local trainer and coach Chris Perez, continue to win, while being good sports too. FULL STORY