Trying to kick a substance abuse problem - whether it's drugs, alcohol or gambling - is hard in and of itself but for the thousands of people who suffer from an addiction dealing with the stigmas present in today's society can make overcoming the problem even harder. FULL STORY

The Board of Commissioners of the Hicksville Water District (HWD) wishes to clarify potential misconceptions regarding the funding and operation of said water district, in response to comments made in a report from Nassau County Comptroller Howard Weitzman. FULL STORY

Congratulations to veteran Hicksville ultramarathoner Khanh Duong, who celebrated his 60th year by logging more miles than any other member of the "Class of 1948" in the 9th annual "Six Hour Sixtieth Birthday Run" staged by the Greater Long Island Running Club (GLIRC) at Sunken Meadow State Park the morning of Oct. 19. FULL STORY