An unidentified man left one accident on First Street only to crash his green Ford Explorer into a telephone pole outside the Getty Station on Jericho Turnpike in Mineola last Thursday night. FULL STORY

Marion and Anthony Bellissimo celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary on May 22. FULL STORY

This week, I begin my column with an interview with Mr. Anthony Gulli, Mineola's director of health, physical education and athletics. Tony has been with the Mineola School District for the past 12 years. Despite a very busy daily schedule, as well as obligations at both the county and state levels, Tony still manages to find the time to cuonsel the many student athletes at Mineola. His door is always open, and he enjoys the respect of building administration, his staff as well as the students. Mr. Gulli is proud of the athletes at Mineola High School. He is often seen on the sidelines at the many athletic competitions throughout the year. FULL STORY