Representatives from the Neptune Regional Transmission System (RTS) held a public meeting at the Park Avenue School on Feb. 9 to discuss plans for a 65-mile electric underwater and underground direct-current line from New Jersey to New Cassel. In addition, plans are also in the works for Neptune to construct a converter substation on Duffy Avenue. The multi-million dollar project is intended to help LIPA upgrade its electrical capacity as well as diversify its sources of power to serve ever-increasing customer demand. FULL STORY

The Friends of Westbury Party announced its slate of candidates for the Village of Westbury election on March 15. Party advisor and spokesman Howard Weisinger stated that the candidates include Joseph A. Masiello for mayor; and Maria G. Montelbano and Mark D. Edwards for trustee. FULL STORY

For women looking to exercise after breast cancer, golf may be the answer. The American Cancer Society's new five-week program "Swing Fore the Health of It" will provide women with the opportunity to become physically active through the game of golf. FULL STORY

Runners, walkers and wheelchair athletes of all ages and levels of ability are cordially invited to join in the fun at 28th annual Nationwide Insurance 10 Kilometer Run for ASPIRE, to be held on Saturday morning, April 2. FULL STORY