The Aug. 7 meeting of the Farmingdale Village Board of Trustees began with a discussion on the 2006 Roadway and Drainage Improvements Program and resolution on the Road Construction Bond. FULL STORY

Two Others Attempting to Help Victim Also Injured -- The Eighth Squad of the Nassau County Police Department reported details of an assault that occurred at 8:40 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 6 in Farmingdale. FULL STORY

On Aug. 18, the Over The Hill Gang will be hosting their annual Charity Event. This year the league will benefit Friends4Jillian, a group formed by a highly motivated local women who are out to help assist a Farmingdale family whose baby was born with serious health issues. The league will play an inter-division All-Star Game along with holding their annual Home Run Hitting Contest as well as hosting other fundraising activities. Come out and support this worthy cause and enjoy in all the festivities. Guest managers are league alumnus Jim Reilly for the American League and Joe Traina for the rival Nationals. FULL STORY

September 2 Event to Benefit Companions in Courage -- The Main Street Mile will once again take place in Farmingdale on Saturday, Sept. 2. This event is being sponsored by North Fork Bank and presented by Runner's Edge. FULL STORY