(Editor's Note: the election numbers contained in this story were still unofficial as of press time.) FULL STORY

Jericho High School students Adam Fields, Sharon Ji and Brienne Kugler were among 89 students named regional finalists in the prestigious Siemens science competition. Thirteen of the Regional finalists hail from Long Island- three more than from the State of California. Finalists are guaranteed at least $1,000 for participating in one of six regional judgings. Those chosen for the national finals in December can win scholarships ranging from $10,000 to $100,000. FULL STORY

The Syosset Braves Midget Red Cheerleading Squad joined the Hofstra cheerleaders on Nov. 4 to cheer on the Hofstra football team at their game against Rhode Island. The girls began their day early Saturday morning at the Hofstra gym. The Hofstra cheerleaders taught the Syosset girls a few new cheers, a halftime dance routine, and then they worked on some stunts. The girls practiced at Hofstra for 2-1/2 hours, before the game began. FULL STORY

The Jericho High School Varsity Girls Swimming & Diving Team finished 11th out of 26 Nassau Schools last weekend at the County Team Championship. The Jericho squad totaled 154 points to finish 11th, each marking dramatic improvements from last season's 79 point 14th place finish at the County Meet. FULL STORY