The Farmingdale School District is in the process of analyzing the results of the new, state-wide 4th grade language arts test that local youngsters took this winter, after the district scored above the state average but slightly below the Long Island average. FULL STORY

The State University of New York at Farmingdale is seeking permission from the state to expand plans for a biotechnology research and development park on its campus, saying that the move would allow it to both foster economic growth on Long Island and better serve students. FULL STORY

Women runners and walkers of all ages and abilities from Farmingdale and the Massapequa are invited to participate in the 1999 edition of the Vytra Health Plans Long Island Women's Summer 5 Kilometer Women's Run, to be held on Saturday morning, July 10, with a new and improved course starting and finishing at the Woodward Parkway Elementary School in Farmingdale, organizers announced this week. FULL STORY

Farmingdale's Midget Boys Intramural Team ("The Panthers") took first place this season with a record of 7-0. These boys played extremely well together and teamwork was their motto. FULL STORY