Oct. 3: Fire, Accident in Malverne, Field Dedicated, Rams Stay Undefeated and More

A fire, a new field, a major accident and an undefeated football team are today's top stories in Malverne and West Hempstead.

Here's a look at the headlines for Oct. 3.

1. Malverne Fire, Accident: It was a busy night for the Malverne Volunteer Fire Department, Volunteer Ambulance Corps. and neighboring units who responded to and then a bad accident early Monday morning. More details to come on the car wreck.
2. New Field Dedicated: Malverne High School and local youth athletes gathered at the newly installed turf filed along with officials Saturday afternoon to dedicate it during halftime of the football game. Check out story and photos later today.
3. Rams Football On Fire: West Hempstead High School's varsity football team continued its hot streak Saturday, extending their undefeated record to 4-0. Get more details in today's Daily Sports Digest.
   
4. Crimes Nearby: See what major crimes happened in areas surrounding Malverne and West Hempstead this afternoon.
5. School Meetings: The Maurice W. Downing Central Council will meet at 4 p.m. tonight and the St. Thomas the Apostle Parent Club meeting is at 8 p.m. in the faculty room.