As the one-year anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks approaches, local church and community organizations are planning memorials in remembrance of the day's tragic events. The following memorial services and/or events will take place in the Westbury, New Cassel, Carle Place and East Meadow communities: FULL STORY

The Appellate Division of the State Supreme Court last week awarded 4th Congressional District (C.D.) candidates Steve Irace and Marilyn O'Grady, both of Garden City, the right to keep their names on the Sept. 10 Republican primary ballot. The 4 to 1 decision is the result of an appeal set forth by both Irace and O'Grady late last month after opponent Daniel Frisa of Salisbury challenged their nominating petitions. FULL STORY

Vytra Health Plans, a Long Island leader in managed care, recently wrapped up their annual Summer Protection Program for 2002. For the sixth consecutive year, Vytra teamed with the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation to bring S.P.F. 2002 to Long Islanders. FULL STORY