An investigation of Nassau's 1,000 plus open Children Protection Services (CPS) cases was launched last week after county officials state a supervisor failed to follow up on a complaint against a New Cassel woman who had threatened to harm her three children. FULL STORY

Westbury resident Maria Ciardullo will celebrate her 100th birthday on March 6. Maria was born in 1908 to Francesco and Francesca Buffalino of Westbury and at the age of five returned to her parents' native Naples, Italy but always dreamed of returning to the United States. FULL STORY

The Carle Place Boy's U10 Soccer Team recently completed their winter league at Coastal Soccer in Bethpage. Their record of 6 wins, no losses and 2 ties gave them a first place finish, a nice trophy, and a well-earned congratulations from their coaches, families, competitors and the Coastal staff. FULL STORY

The Marcie Mazzola Foundation will host its 2nd Annual Memorial 4 Mile Run/Walk on Sunday, April 6 at the Huntington YMCA. Participants will traverse four miles through the beautiful streets of Huntington, while a Kids Fun Run for ages 12 and under will be held on the grounds of the YMCA. FULL STORY