The Mineola Board of Trustees in agreement with the Library Board unanimously approved a motion to hold a referendum on Tuesday, Oct. 20 so that Mineola residents will vote to approve or deny a $3.994 million bond to pay for the renovation of the Mineola Memorial Library. FULL STORY

Though the subject of "hats" may seem trivial, the underlying issue of respect, for both teachers and students, that was prescient at the Thursday, Sept. 10 Mineola Open Board of Education Meeting, was very serious. FULL STORY

Fourteen students attending the Young Children's Program at Charles Water's Hwang Karate Studio, located in Williston Park, received promotions this week. Charles Water's program instills the values that we all want for our children. These students have shown their respect by listening, have increased their physical coordination and have built upon their strengths by developing self-esteem and confidence. These children are the leaders of tomorrow. FULL STORY

The Mineola Red Heat boys under-13 soccer team rallied from a 2-0 deficit to beat Rosedale 3-2 Sept. 14 at home in its opening game in division 6 of the Long Island Junior Soccer League. FULL STORY