With school out, the Hicksville Youth Council (HYC) is providing local youngsters with both a break from the summer heat, and some healthy recreational opportunities. FULL STORY

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor John Venditto last week announced that the Vision 2020 Citizens Advisory Committee has scheduled three meetings to gather resident input for the creation of his proposed "Vision 2020" comprehensive plan. FULL STORY

In what might be an unprecedented event, the Hicksville Ice Hockey Club will offer a free clinic to ice hockey players from Hicksville who are entering 7th, 8th or 9th grade next year. FULL STORY

Tennis enthusiasts are preparing for the Fourth Annual North Shore Sweethearts Tennis Tournament, which is being held July 22-29 at the prestigious Shelter Rock Tennis Club in Manhasset. The week-long event, open to both players and spectators, will feature multi-divisions, including men's' doubles, women's doubles on Ladies Day, mixed doubles, a men's Pro/Am, and, new this year, a men's 50 and over competition. FULL STORY