The Central Avenue branch of the Massapequa Library system was reopened to the public on Nov. 6, following a renovation that brought such improvements as a new computer room, quiet room and periodical area. FULL STORY

The Village of Massapequa Park this week scheduled public hearings to consider the creation of four distinct business improvement districts and special assessment districts within the municipality. FULL STORY

With the news that Nassau County's Budget for next year is very likely to merge the Department of Recreation and Parks into the Department of General Services, the need for local runners, walkers and wheelchair athletes to take part in the Nov. 18 Sprint for the Parks has become even greater. FULL STORY

Massapequa Little League held their Annual Awards Dinner recently, and joining with the league to honor the senior team was Nassau County Legislator Peter J. Schmitt. The senior team was the New York State Big League Champions and Schmitt presented each player with a Certificate of Recognition from Nassau County. Shown (from left to right) are: (front row) Richy Nicholson, John Varvaro, Bruce Rupp, Legislator Schmitt, Team Manager Joe Pinto, John Catsam, Joseph Cappellino, Shaw Gardiner and Gary Gardiner; (back row) from left to right, are: Devin Curry, Daniel Wrona, Michael Rupp. FULL STORY