Residents of the Franklin Square Union Free School District will likely see a significant increase in the school portion of their property taxes if residents vote to pass the 2002-2003 school year budget in May. FULL STORY

Saying he is sick of threats posed at the Police Benevolent Association (PBA) by the Tom Suozzi administration, union head Gary DelaRaba announced the PBA has filed a lawsuit with the Supreme Court against Nassau County. With the lawsuit, the PBA hopes to force the county to continue with the arbitration process, which will award the police union its next contact. FULL STORY

The Town of Hempstead Women's Softball League is looking for new teams to step up to the plate for the 2002 season. Sponsoring one of the most successful women's leagues on Long Island, the town is seeking to attract organized teams for play this spring and summer, according to Supervisor Rich Guardino. FULL STORY