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The Mid Island Times is a local weekly newspaper serving Hicksville, Levittown, Plainview and Old Bethpage, New York. We welcome reader submissions.

It has been published every Friday since 1952. Send news to editor@gcnews.

08/31/2024

The Hicksville-Jericho Rotary Club and the Sarah Grace Foundation for Children with Cancer recently delivered 48 backpacks filled with school supplies to the Stony Brook Cancer Center and Cohen Children’s Medical Center which will help children with cancer have an easy start to their school year.

The Hicksville-Jericho Rotary Club in partnership with the Sarah Grace Foundation for Children with Care, Inc. delivered 48 new back packs and much needed school supplies to Stony Brook Cancer Center and Cohen Children’s Medical Center. “Families with children with cancer often struggle financia...

08/30/2024

As part of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month this September, the Sarah Grace Foundation for Children with Cancer encourages everyone to “go gold” by wearing a gold ribbon to support bringing awareness to this horrible disease, as well as support the foundation’s efforts to sponsor programs for children with cancer and their families.

The buses are rolling and soon children will be returning to their classrooms. Children with cancer are unable to attend school due to severely compromised immune systems, so they will be home schooled or tutored in-patient. Throughout the summer the Sarah Grace Foundation for Children With Cancer h...

08/30/2024

Throughout the month of September, the Town of Oyster Bay’s Animal Shelter will be waiving all adoption fees, and will also host a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic on September 14 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. so pet owners can keep their pets safe and vaccinated from rabies.

The Town of Oyster Bay’s Animal Shelter has announced that it will waive adoption fees throughout the month of September. “I invite and encourage residents looking for a new pet, to check in with the Town’s Animal Shelter during the month of September, as general adoption fees will be waived. ...

08/29/2024

Local officials came together with the local Pakistani community on Wednesday, August 14, to commemorate Pakistan’s Independence Day, which featured a hoisting of their home country’s flag as well as a celebration of their heritage.

On August 14, New York State Senator Steve Rhoads joined Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino for the Pakistan Independence Day Flag Hoisting in Hicksville. The day was a powerful reminder of the strength that lies in celebrating our differences while recognizing the shared values that unite u...

08/28/2024

Mongo’s Coffee Roastery and Lounge in Plainview will be opening a sister location in September at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library, and will feature freshly ground coffee and a number of pastries and sandwiches.

Mongo’s Coffee Roastery and Lounge is opening a cafe in the Plainview – Old Bethpage Library, the first expansion of the popular coffee cafe located at 170 Michael Drive, Syosset. Mitchell Margulis, aka “Mongo,” is a coffee connoisseur with a background in working with specialty coffees. He ...

08/27/2024

Project Thank A Cop, which promotes support of law enforcement and police officers, recently held a Christmas in July Toy Drive at Kidz Toys in Levittown to benefit pediatric patients at Mineola’s NYU Langone Hospital.

New York State Senator Steve Rhoads recently helped spread some holiday cheer all throughout the year by joining Project Thank a Cop at Kidz Toys in Levittown to support their Christmas in July Toy Drive benefiting pediatric patients at the NYU Langone Hospital in Mineola. The event underscored Sena...

08/26/2024

Phil Heckler, the outgoing Hicksville School Board president who retired this past June, was recently honored by the Town of Oyster Bay during a ceremony for all his hard work and commitment to the local community and school district, as well as his service towards others.

The Town of Oyster Bay recently honored outgoing Hicksville School Board President Phil Heckler, who retired in June after 12 years of exemplary service to the district. He led the district with honor and distinction, serving first as a Trustee, then as Board President. Phil is a proud veteran who ...

08/25/2024

The Northwest Civic Association of Hicksville recently held its annual picnic at Cantiague Park, which was attended by NYS Senator Steve Rhoads, who spoke with attendees and residents, connected with them, and answered questions.

New York State Senator Steve Rhoads recently attended the Northwest Civic Association of Hicksville’s Annual Picnic at Cantiague Park. Senator Rhoads enjoyed the opportunity to connect directly with residents, listening to their ideas and concerns, and reinforce the notion that community-driven in...

08/24/2024

Darien Martinez from Boy Scout Troop 330 has attained the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor in Boy Scouts, and recently celebrated the milestone with family and friends.

New York State Senator Steve Rhoads congratulated Levittown’s Darien Martinez of Troop 330 on becoming an Eagle Scout, the highest honor in Scouting. This remarkable achievement is a clear testament to Darien’s exemplary character, unwavering dedication, and commitment to both personal growth an...

08/23/2024

Jade Eatery and Lounge, a new Asian fusion restaurant in Hicksville, recently celebrated its grand opening , which was attended by local officials such as NYS Senator Steve Rhoads and Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joe Saladino.

On July 29, New York State Senator Steve Rhoads joined Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Nassau County Legislator Rose Marie Walker in officially welcoming Jade Eatery and Lounge to the Hicksville community. Jade is a delicious new eatery that promises to elevate the local dining sce...

08/22/2024

Local property owners who missed the 2024 General tax deadline of August 12 have one last chance to send their payments to the office of Receiver of Taxes Jeffrey Pravato (including a 2% late payment fee) by September 3.

To assist property owners who missed the August 12 deadline for paying their 2024 General taxes, Town of Oyster Bay Receiver of Taxes Jeffrey Pravato reminds residents that they can still pay the bill by September 3 with the State mandated 2% late payment penalty while avoiding additional interest a...

08/21/2024

The Town of Oyster Bay is collaborating with a number of organizations to host two free overdose prevention and Narcan training seminars in mid and late September, where residents will be able to learn about the warning signs of opioid addiction, various treatment options, and how to administer Narcan to someone suffering an overdose.

To help save lives and further combat the ongoing opioid epidemic on Long Island, the Town of Oyster Bay is partnering with Drug Free Long Island, Thomas’ Hope Foundation and Massapequa Park Village Mayor Daniel Pearl to host free Family Support, Overdose Prevention & Narcan Training Seminars on M...

08/20/2024

A scam prevention seminar hosted by local officials will be held at the Hicksville Community Center on Thursday, September 5, at 7 p.m., featuring tips on identifying and reporting scams, as well as what to do to avoid identity theft.

Local political leaders will be hosting a Scam Prevention Seminar at the Hicksville Community Center on Thursday, September 5, at 7 p.m. Experts from the Nassau County Office of Crime Victim Advocate, Family & Children’s Association, and Nassau County Police Department will explain what you need t...

08/19/2024

The Town of Oyster Bat and the New Yprk Blood Center a re hosting a blood drive on Saturday, August 24, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Marjorie Post Park Community Center in honor of Bridget McElroy, who passed away in 2020 after being diagnosed with leiomyosarcoma, and whose last wish as a frequent donator of blood was that her family and friends all donate in kind.

The Town of Oyster Bay, in partnership with New York Blood Center, will host a blood drive in honor of Bridget McElroy, who lost her battle to cancer at just 35 years old. A regular blood donor herself, it was Bridget’s wish for her family and friends to donate blood in celebration of her birthda...

08/18/2024

As part of the Town of Oyster Bay’s commitment to fostering community inclusivity, numerous communication boards for use by autistic children have been placed in 16 Town parks in collaboration with the local nonprofit Rocco’s Voice for Autism.

The Town of Oyster Bay has been a strong proponent of inclusivity, and as part of their agenda, have recently installed play communication boards in sixteen of their public parks. The Town recently partnered with the organization Rocco’s Voice for Autism to install the inclusive play communication...

08/18/2024

Local officials have sent a formal request to NYS Department to Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald for an updated health study surrounding the areas affected by the Grumman Navy Bethpage plume, as concerns continue about the effects of the plume on the current and long term health of local residents.

Several Town of Oyster Bay officials, including Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, have formally requested an updated health study in the area impacted by the Grumman Navy Bethpage plume. The request was done as part of an overall health and community impact study in the area. Town Supervisor Saladino...

08/17/2024

Residents interested in enrolling their children (aged 8–16) in the Town of Oyster Bay’s Fall/Winter Youth Ice Hockey Program can begin registering online starting August 27 and 28 at 9 a.m., with non-residents able to begin registering on August 29.

Registration for the Town of Oyster Bay’s 2024 Fall/Winter Youth Ice Hockey Program will begin soon. The program features a House League, which includes full House League games, a practice schedule, and playoffs for boys and girls in the 8U, 10U, 12U, and 14/16U age groups. Clinics spanning 10 wee...

08/17/2024

The Marshall Tucker Band concert to be held as part of National Night Out and in tribute to fallen NYPD Detective Jonathan Diller will now take place on Wednesday, August 21, at John J. Burns Park in Massapequa beginning at 7:45 p.m.

Due to inclement weather, the Town of Oyster Bay postponed the region’s largest National Night Out celebration with a special tribute to fallen New York Police Department (NYPD) Detective Jonathan Diller and free concert performed by the world-acclaimed Southern rock band, The Marshall Tucker Band...

08/17/2024

Third through twelfth grade student musicians in the Levittown Summer Music Program played in a concert on August 14 to cap off their summer practicing and fine-tuning their music skills in an environment welcome to both beginners and experienced players alike.

Every summer, students from throughout the Levittown School District keep their music skills sharp as they regularly gather to practice at Jonas E. Salk Middle School. Third through 12th graders in their respective schools’ bands and orchestras pick up their instrument of choice at each session of...

08/16/2024

The Knights of Columbus Picnic, held with St. Pius Church and celebrating both groups’ commitment to serving others and fostering community, was held recently at Plainview Old Bethpage Park, and featured a visit from NYS Senator Steve Rhoads.

On July 21, New York State Senator Steve Rhoads visited the Knights of Columbus Picnic at Plainview Old Bethpage Park organized in collaboration with St. Pius Church. This gathering not only celebrated the Knights’ commitment to fellowship and community service, but also the role of St. Pius Churc...

08/16/2024

Levittown VFW Post 9592’s Comedy Night fundraiser was held earlier this month and featured live standup performances, as well as a visit by Town of Hempstead Councilman Dennis Dunne.

Hempstead Town Councilman Dennis Dunne (fourth right) attended the Levittown VFW Post 9592 Comedy Night Fundraiser on August 3.

08/16/2024

Iglesia Cristiana Manantial Abierto (ICMA) held a community cleanup of Hicksville’s Nelson Avenue and West Marie Street last month, with NYS Senator Steve Rhoads also showing up to get involved and lend a hand in the cleaning.

On July 19, New York State Senator Steve Rhoads joined Pastor Jaime Aguilar from Iglesia Cristiana Manantial Abierto (I.C.M.A) Church and local community members to clean up Nelson Avenue and West Marie Street in Hicksville. Armed with brooms, garbage bags, gardening tools, an abundance of enthusias...

08/15/2024

Linda Levy, 64, passed away last week after being attacked in her face by an unknown person while in bed at her Levittown home. An investigation is still ongoing.

A Levittown woman has died as the result of an attack in her own home in June, according to Nassau County Police. Police say that the woman, Linda Levy, 64, was asleep in her bed on June 9, at 2:30 a.m. when she was awakened by an unknown person striking her in the face with an unknown object. Accor...

08/14/2024

NY State Senator Steve Rhoads’ recent book drive in collaboration with Book Fairies collected a whopping 5,582 books, which were donated at libraries across Rhoads’ district and will be given to local children and families in need to encourage good literacy and an eagerness to learn.

New York State Senator Steve Rhoads recently achieved a remarkable milestone in his mission to take an active role in promoting literacy and education on Long Island by collecting an impressive 5,582 books during a week-long book drive across various libraries in his Senate District. This initiative...

08/12/2024

The Mid-Island Y JCC in Plainview held a recent groundbreaking ceremony where work officially began on a accessibility ramp to be completed near the facility’s entrance to allow for easier access to physically disabled patrons.

The Mid Island Y JCC recently held a groundbreaking ceremony of a new accessibility ramp to be built at the facility. The new ramp will provide easier and safer access to the JCC, ensuring that individuals with mobility challenges can fully participate in the wide range of programs and activities o...

08/10/2024

To celebrate National Lifeguard Day, local officials held a ceremony to recognize the lifeguards who work tirelessly at TOBAY’s pools and beaches to keep residents safe, in particular commemorating Jack, Kim, and John McGovern, whose family has been lifeguarding in Oyster Bay for over 50 years.

Officials from the Town of Oyster Bay visited with lifeguards at Town pool and beach facilities in recognition of National Lifeguard Day, held to honor those who work to protect the public in pool and ocean waters. Officials held a special ceremony recognizing three generations of beach lifesavers a...

08/08/2024

The Town of Oyster Bay and the New York Islanders are once again holding their Learn to Play Hockey Clinic on Wednesdays from August 7 to September 25 at the TOBAY Ice Skating Center, where kids aged 5–9 can learn the basics of hockey and even meet Islanders alumni Arron Asham and Radek Martinek.

The Town of Oyster Bay’s special New York Islanders ‘Learn to Play’ Hockey Clinic is returning to the Town of Oyster for children ages 5–9. Part of The Future Islanders Program, this ‘Learn to Play’ clinic introduces the game of hockey to young children and serves as a transition program...

08/07/2024

The Hicksville Water District’s Plant 8 water treatment facility has been approved to return online by the Nassau County Department of Health after being deactivated in October 2021 to allow for upgrades and additions, including two AOP systems and four GAC filters.

After three years of planning, construction and testing, the Hicksville Water District (HWD) is proud to announce that its Plant 8 treatment facility, which represents a more than $14.1 million investment into the community’s drinking water treatment infrastructure, has received a full endorsement...

08/06/2024

Five Borough Building Supply in Hicksville, which offers a variety of home improvement products and services, recently held its grand opening, which was attended by NY State Senator Steve Rhoads ad NY State Assemblyman Jake Blumencranz.

New York State Senator Steve Rhoads attended the grand opening of the Five Borough Building Supply in Hicksville along with New York State Assemblyman Jake Blumancranz. Senator Rhoads and Assemblyman Blumencranz received a tour of the facility and highlighted the significance of supporting local bus...

08/05/2024

Rev. Dr. Johnson Rethinsamy was recently made the new pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Hicksville, having had a history of serving and supporting others physically and spiritually, as well as spending over 15 years at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Whitestone.

New York State Senator Steve Rhoads attended the installation service for Rev. Dr. Johnson Rethinsamy at Trinity Lutheran Church in Hicksville. From an early age, Rev. Dr. Johnson Rethinsamy was drawn to theology and spirituality. After many years of study and service, he became an esteemed pastor a...

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