Julie Mastrella, a senior at Floral Park Memorial High School, will try to set a world record for the most hugs while honoring the memory of two fellow students who passed away last year. FULL STORY

Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy announced this week that the US Department of Homeland Security has awarded the Stewart Manor Fire Department with a grant for $33,250. The grant is administered by the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. FULL STORY