Consumers utilizing financial institutions, businesses, retailers and major universities that have been victims of security breaches by criminals stealing personal information are being given new protections under a new state law sponsored by Assemblyman Tom Alfano, State Senator Chuck Fuschillo and Assemblyman Jim Brennan. It's a measure that consumer groups have hailed as a giant step in the right direction. FULL STORY

Members of the West Hempstead Civic Association are calling on citizens to attend the Town of Hempstead's Sept. 6 board meeting during which it is expected the town will pass as resolution to begin condemnation proceedings against the Courtesy Hotel. FULL STORY