He went on to explain that the problem concerns the fact that there are other school districts, in addition to New York City, and other students, also in need of help, "not just in New York City." As yet, there is no agreement as to how to distribute the funds. This issue has further magnified the issue of distributing school aid. FULL STORY

On Oct. 14 at 7:30 p.m., at Great Neck House, the Great Neck Breast Cancer Coalition is sponsoring a free lecture on "What is the Latest Research on the Causes of Breast Cancer?" FULL STORY

The USMMA football team fell victim to a big third quarter by Homecoming host Union Saturday, Oct. 2, at Frank Bailey Field, as the Dutchmen (2-2, 2-0) won their second-straight Liberty League contest by defeating the Mariners (1-4, 1-1), 28-7. FULL STORY

Supervisor Jon Kaiman, Councilman Anthony D'Urso and the North Hempstead soccer advisory committee announce that the fifth annual North Hempstead Cup Soccer Tournament will be held on Columbus Day weekend, Oct. 8 to 10. The tournament, which will be held at several locations throughout the town, will host 254 teams from North Hempstead and the tri-state area. The soccer advisory committee invites residents to come out and cheer for these kids as they go for the cup. FULL STORY