John Tavares, the 19-year-old phenom selected by the New York Islanders as the first overall pick in 2009, addressed members of the media following the team's choice in the 2010 NHL draft. … more

Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray demonstrates a pool alarm at Veterans Memorial Park in East Meadow on June 21. She is assisted by volunteer swimmer Michelle Bentibevegna. See the story here: … more

The South Merrick Community Civic Association announced this week that it would meet in the near future with Freeport Village activist Pat Rowen to discuss Freeport's possible construction of a … more

On April 7, a new field for the Hewlett High School and Woodmere Middle School baseball teams was dedicated. more

Menswear designer John Bartlett held another pet adoption event at his namesake store at Charles and 7th Ave. South on April 17. In conjunction with North Shore Animal League America, Bartlett hosted the event with hundreds of pet lovers stopping by to ooh and awww -- and to even give some of the cute dogs and cats new, loving homes. more

Joanne Borgella, who competed on season seven of "American Idol" in 2008, stopped by in Mineola to congratulate East Meadow's Girl Scout Troop No. 1108 on April 1.     The cadets … more

The Village of East Rockaway, along with its Recreation Department, hosted its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Sat., Apr. 3. Children of all ages searched for eggs, traded them in for a bag of goodies, and met the Easter Bunny at James Street Complex in Bay Park. more

Elmont leaders, along with breeders and trainers from New York State's racing industry gathered at Belmont Park on Sunday, March 21 to fight for video lottery terminals at Aqueduct and Belmont racetracks. more