Construction of the Neptune Regional Transmission System (RTS), LLC 660-megawatt, 65-mile electric underwater/underground direct-current line from New Jersey to New Cassel is virtually complete with installation of electrical and mechanical equipment at the new Duffy Avenue converter station currently being finalized. The multimillion dollar system, which will supply power to thousands of homes throughout Nassau and western Suffolk, will be up and running in time for summer. FULL STORY

When the Hicksville High School Varsity Girls Basketball Team began practicing in mid-November 2006, they had a good idea that their team had strong players, spirit and the will to succeed in the face of any challenges they would encounter. Little did they know how deep they would need to reach into their hearts, minds, and bodies, however, as their competition season unfolded. What distinguishes any good team from a great team is often not at all about points and titles earned, but about the values, honor, compassion, sportsmanship and dignity they bring to the sport. This season, the Hicksville Varsity Girls Basketball Team truly proved what a great team they are. FULL STORY

Victoria Caputo, a seventh grader at Hicksville Middle School and daughter of Theresa and Larry Caputo, has, since January, garnered top honors in various gymnastics meets. FULL STORY