Governor George Pataki signed legislation that will create Nassau County's first Empire Zone and will include parts of North Valley Stream, West Hempstead and Elmont. Empire Zones (EZ) are one of New York State's most dynamic tools for rejuvenating regional economies. FULL STORY

In a Jan. 4 ceremony at Town Hall, the Hempstead Town supervisor, clerk and three council members were inducted into office. FULL STORY