What parent doesn't wish his or her child was a just a little more excited about reading? To answer this concern, reading motivation expert Nancy Newman will speak on "Raising Passionate Readers and Learners" at a parent seminar March 4, sponsored by the Plainedge Council of PTAs. FULL STORY

Responding to concerns from residents that mandated expenditures could result in cutbacks to the instructional program, Massapequa School District Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Dr. Robert Aloise recently pledged on behalf of district officials to "... find innovative ways to deliver services and programs in a cost-effective manner." FULL STORY

The American Black Belt Academy along with the Worldwide Kenpo Karate Association will host The American Karate Championships 2002, March 2 and 3. The tournament will be held at Massapequa High School and is open to spectators of the community. Competitors from throughout the country will be there showing their Karate expertise. FULL STORY