While home on Thanksgiving break from college, 21-year-old Jason Shein of Levittown went out to dinner with friends late Saturday night. FULL STORY

The Island Trees Board of Education has approved the formation of a committee to review the lead issue associated with the high school. FULL STORY

The MacArthur High School boys varsity basketball team tips off the 2008-09 season on Dec. 8 when it plays host to Plainedge at 7:15 p.m. in the opening round of the Generals' annual Jeff Shaw Memorial Tournament. FULL STORY

After losing the conference title game on the final day of the season last year, and finishing in second place, the 2008 Lady Dragons made it their goal to win the conference championship this season. FULL STORY