At a press conference in the vicinity of the Courtesy Hotel in West Hempstead, Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray and Town Councilman Ed Ambrosino announced the town would move forcefully ahead to close the hotel and believe a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision will help. FULL STORY

Expressing concern that residents and businesses are leaving the Third Legislative District, Ali Mirza of Elmont announced his candidacy for legislator. The Democrat will challenge incumbent Republican John Ciotti this November in the Third District, which encompasses Elmont, North Valley Stream, Valley Stream, Franklin Square, South Floral Park, Bellerose Terrace and portions of West Hempstead. FULL STORY