The annual Hicksville Summer Street Fair hosted by the Hicksville Chamber of Commerce is right around the corner. Make sure to stop by on Sunday, Aug. 29 between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. for a day full of fun, shopping and entertainment. FULL STORY

Hicksville resident Elke Blasi is the writer, director and producer of her first feature film, *69. A resident of Hicksville for most of her life, Blasi decided to keep the film as local as possible. As a result, it was filmed mainly in Nassau County, with a few scenes shot in Pennsylvania. Also, many of the cast and crew are Long Island residents from Hicksville, Westbury and Carle Place. FULL STORY

The Hicksville Crusaders Football Association camp, which was held at Hicksville Middle School Aug. 2 through Aug. 6, was a huge success. Teams comprised of children ages five to 14 years old participated in this free camp. The Hicksville Crusaders have now expanded to teams in every age group and are anticipating opening day, which will take place on Sept. 12 at Hicksville Middle School. FULL STORY

The Hicksville American Soccer Club is still accepting registrations for the fall 2004/spring 2005 intramural season. Boys and girls born Aug. 1, 1995 through July 31, 2001 are eligible. To download a registration form, visit www.hicksvillesoccerclub.com or for more information, call Laurie Gallagher at 931-6807. FULL STORY