Nov. 8: Election Day, Mules Fight for Title, Park Clean-up and More

Are you ready to vote?

It's Election Day across Long Island and polls will open at 6 a.m. in Malverne and West Hempstead. Check out our for last minute information on where to vote and what candidates will appear on your ballot.

Plus, get involved in a massive effort to clean up Hempstead Lake State Park and cheer on the Malverne Mules as they look to take home a title tonight.

Here are your top five things to know for Nov. 8.

1. Election Day: Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. today. Malverne and West Hempstead residents will be able to vote for several positions in the Hempstead Town government and Nassau County Legislature. Learn about the candidates in your district and find your local polling place . Plus, check back later tonight once polls close for results!
2. Park Clean-up: The New York State Parks Department and the Lakewood Stables are looking for volunteers in the community to help clean up the pollution that has overrun parts of Hempstead Lake State Park in West Hempstead. See how you can get involved in a coordinated effort planned for Nov. 19 by
3. Volleyball Championship: Malverne High School's varsity girls volleyball team will look to bring home a championship title tonight as they take on East Rockaway at Old Westbury. The game starts at 4:30 p.m. Go show your support, if you can, or follow Patch on Facebook for game updates.
4. Crimes Nearby: Check out the top crime and police stories from areas surrounding Malverne and West Hempstead, including a fatal bicycle accident, .
5. Education Rally: When was the last time you saw kids jumping up and down, shaking pom-poms and getting pumped up for...learning? Never? Well, then check out the video from the Howard T. Herber Middle School's learning pep rally later today.