Jan 3: OLL at MSG, Classes Resume, Final Recycling Days and More

After a long vacation, school is back in session for students and faculty in Malverne and West Hempstead. Plus, one group of fifth graders has a big night ahead of them.

Find out more in our look at the top headlines for Jan. 3.

1. OLL at MSG: The Our Lady of Lourdes CYO Grade 5 girls basketball team will play in one of the biggest sports arenas tonight. The young ladies will hit the court at halftime of the St. Johns' game at Madison Square Garden tonight.
2. Final Recycling Days: The West Hempstead school district's Green Team is giving you two more days to r- including cardboard and wrapping paper. Bring them to the dumpsters located outside the Middle School on Tuesday or Wednesday to help the environment and raise money for the district.
3. You Review: Ever ordered a sandwich or platter from Cherry Valley Deli in West Hempstead? to post a review or rate this local eatery.
4. Zumba Fights Cancer: Check out Patch's video report this afternoon to see how Malvernites recently fought cancer and honored a woman who lost her battle while dancing the night away.
5. Election 2012: The first major votes in the 2012 presidential election will be cast today in Iowa for the Republican Caucus. Tell us who you think will win by voting in today's poll.