Michael Cartolano - one of H. Frank Carey High School's most popular and well-respected teachers - was named the school's Teacher of the Year, an honor bestowed at the Sewanhaka Central High School District's Opening Day Ceremonies recently. Cartolano, a long-time art teacher and frequent activity advisor, was presented his plaque by district superintendent Dr. George Goldstein following a tender yet humorous large-screen video summary of his accomplishments well appreciated by an audience of the district's 650-plus teachers. FULL STORY

Some 500 residents, including members of the West Hempstead Kiwanis Club, the West Hempstead Civic Association, loved ones of those who perished and concerned citizens gathered on Sunday, Sept. 15 in the memorial garden at Halls Pond Park to witness the dedication of a clock tower to those 12 West Hempstead residents who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. FULL STORY