A bipartisan press conference was held last Wednesday to discuss why a councilmanic or "ward" system would benefit North Hempstead residents. FULL STORY

Nassau County Executive Thomas Suozzi held a bus tour on April 9 to discuss ideas for economic development in Westbury and New Cassel. In doing this, Suozzi plans to collect input from residents, business owners, town and county officials and community, civic and religious leaders and apply their suggestions and concerns in shaping the future of the communities. FULL STORY

The Long Island Classic, a PGA Tour Champions Tour is looking for volunteers for many interesting jobs during tournament week. The annual event, now in its 17th year, will be held Aug. 11-17 and for the first time be played at the Red Course at Eisenhower Park (East Meadow). Defending Champion Hubert Green will compete in a full field of 81 Champions Tour professionals for a $1.5 million purse. FULL STORY

The co-captains of this year's boys' varsity basketball team at Carle Place High School were seniors Matthew Sterlacci and Evan Shanahan. Both of these fine young men were honored at the Nassau County Public High School Boy's Basketball Dinner held at the Marriott in Uniondale on March 25. FULL STORY