Area residents wishing to learn more about the Christian faith in a relaxed, non-judgmental setting will now have the opportunity to do so thanks to a course, known as the Alpha Program, being offered by the Hicksville United Methodist Church. Beginning in January, the church will once again be hosting a series of classes for adults who may be seeking answers to some of life's most enduring questions. An open house will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. in the church's Social Hall, 130 West Old Country Road in Hicksville. FULL STORY

The United States Postal Service unveiled the Reptiles and Amphibians stamps at the Long Island Reptile Museum in Hicksville on Friday, Oct. 31. The stamps feature five digital illustrations by Steve Buchanan, including two amphibians and three reptiles: the blue-spotted salamander, the ornate chorus frog, the reticulate collared lizard, the ornate box turtle and the scarlet kingsnake. FULL STORY

The last three times Holy Family CYO eighth grade girls played St. Rose, the outcome was decided by two points. This time, it appeared things would be different as Holy Family raced to a 10-2 lead after the first quarter. FULL STORY

The Hicksville Diamonds Girls U13 Soccer Team played well above expectations at the recent Columbus Day Tournament hosted by the Brentwood Soccer Club. FULL STORY