In his new book, World War II for Kids: A History With 21 Activities, Westbury author Richard Panchyk provides children with a fun and educational way to learn about American heroes and the country's second world war. The book chronologically takes the reader through the scope of the war, starting in 1933 with the rise of Hitler and ending in 1945 with the surrender of the Japanese and the return of U.S. troops. FULL STORY

The Westbury Chamber of Commerce's $5,000 Reverse Raffle will take place on Sunday, Oct. 27 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Winners Circle, 39 Post Avenue in Westbury. This year's event will honor the Westbury Fire Department for its many contributions to the Village of Westbury. FULL STORY