June 18: Graduation Rates, Crimes Nearby, Readers' Choice and More

Here are the top five headlines for June 18.

1. Readers' Choice: Today we launch our biggest Readers' Choice yet. We'll be giving out awards to 25 local businesses in Rockville Centre, Lynbrook, Malverne or West Hempstead. Nominate your favorite spot in one of
2. Crimes Nearby: See what crimes and other incidents made headlines in communities neighoring Malverne and West Hempstead later this morning.
3. Graduation Rates: Although high school graduation rates are down across Long Island, West Hempstead school district was happy to report it has bucked the trend. More on this later today.
4. Historical Society: The Malverne Historical Society's Joseph L. Landers. Memorial Restoration house turned 16 this month. Look for photos of the celebration and the society's new officers installation today.
5. Malverne Successes: The Malverne school district celebrated the work of several students and teachers, some who are retiring, at its June Board of Education meeting. See who was honored this afternoon.