Farmingdale Head Start was recently granted accreditation by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Head Start, serving 3- and 4-year-old children, works with youngsters from disadvantaged families who reside within the Farmingdale school district. FULL STORY

The Town of Oyster Bay Environmental Control Commission (TEQR) held a public scoping session last week on Jan. 17 to hear local residents' concerns regarding the proposal to construct a gas station and supermarket at the former Liberty Industrial Site in Farmingdale. FULL STORY

The Over the Hill Gang would like to remind all players interested in joining the gang for their upcoming season that the final day for registration is Wednesday, Jan. 31. Anybody interested in signing up is asked to come to the Allen Park Office on Motor Avenue at 8 p.m. FULL STORY

The Bethpage Park Tennis Center is conducting its annual Tennis Party to benefit its Community Advocacy Program on Saturday, Feb. 10 from 7 p.m. to midnight. Since the center's opening one year ago, over 400 visitors enjoy free and very low cost programs each week. FULL STORY