In recent months, residents of Mineola witnessed hearings in village hall for applications by wireless communication companies to install additional cellular phone antennas on various existing antennas in the village. FULL STORY

Mineola High School isn't the only school in the community with a new principal. Corpus Christi welcomes Susan M. Anaischik as its new principal. Anaischik will be taking over for Sister Laura Helbig. FULL STORY

A month ago it was simply a dream. Mineola, New York to Williamsport, Pennsylvania via Bristol, Connecticut. After dominating the New York State Little League Championships held at the Willis Avenue Baseball Complex, Manager Alberto Gonzales and his Rolando Paulino All-Stars from the Bronx headed off to the East Regionals for National competition. Who would have thunk that less than four weeks later, all of America would be captured by the mystery and grace of Danny Almonte and his teammates. Fortunately, we in Mineola witnessed firsthand and were not fooled at the advancement of these talented youngsters. For those that missed the magical ride, we document the fantasy. FULL STORY

On Aug. 19, seven members of the Mineola Fire Department participated in the Vytra-Tobay Triathlon in Oyster Bay. They welcomed the challenge with great enthusiasm, and all seven completed the Triathlon with minimal difficulty. Chief Scott Strauss, one of the participants, said, "It was tough, but we enjoyed the challenge. We all crossed the finish line. That's what counts." FULL STORY