The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the New York State Department of Conservation (NYS DEC) held a series of "open houses" to explain new assessments of Nassau County's flood risks and the results of a preliminary flood insurance study, which will affect flood insurance rates. FULL STORY

"I became a poll watcher because I thought it would be fun," says Helen Vogt of Port Washington, "and I'd see all my neighbors." Thirty years later, she still thinks it's fun and that for the most part the voters are pleasant and cooperative. FULL STORY

The Friends Academy girls varsity golf team had an outstanding season. Senior Katie Scialabba says, "With all players returning and new experienced players joining the team, a successful season was in our future. Three of the new players played in matches in three of the top six spots. FULL STORY