This year marks the 60th anniversary of when Levittown opened to the public. Over 300 residents, mostly World War II veterans, agreed to rent Levitt homes for $60 a month. Others, with their GI Bills in hand, put a $90 down payment on a $7,990 ranch. FULL STORY

At Long Island's first Global Warming Summit on Sept. 29, local families will have the opportunity to learn what they can do to help stop global warming. FULL STORY

LSWAA held Awards Night for its baseball and softball leagues on Friday, Sept. 7, at the MacArthur High School Auditorium. The children received their trophies for an outstanding year of playing baseball or softball, sportsmanship, and for developing their athletic ability. FULL STORY

Levittown Central Baseball will host 2008 early bird registration through Sept. 28. Registration will be held on Sept. 25 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at American Legion Post 1711 on North Jerusalem Avenue in Levittown; 4-year-olds (instructional) - $50, T-Ball and Rookies (ages 5-7) - $75, Farms, Minors, Majors (ages 8-12) - $95, Seniors (ages 13-18) - $155. There is a $15 discount for two or more children in the league (except 4-year-olds and seniors). All new registrants must bring a copy of their birth certificate. For more information visit www.eteamz.com/lcbb or call 390-8829. FULL STORY