Friday, 20 November 2009 00:00

As reported in a recent issue of the Massapequan Observer construction work began in the Massapequa Preserve. Upon completion, the drainage ponds will be dredged to clear debris and the water reeds and other marine growth. The water flow in the creek will be increased. In addition, the installation of filtration tanks installed at 15 roadside catch basins where storm water has been funneled to the drainage ponds in the preserve will now be collected. Debris and toxic wastes from the streets and other material harmful to shellfish in the bay as well as fish and waterfowl in the Massapequa Lake and the former Brooklyn Water Works Reservoir at the Brady Park. The filtration tanks have cast iron covers and will be maintained by the Nassau County Highway Department. Underground piping connecting a pumping system from Linden Street south to Merrick Road has been completed and approximately 3,500 feet of the bicycle/hiking path has been repaved. The project is scheduled to be completed by July 2010.

Friday, 20 November 2009 00:00

Residents Take a Stand Against Abuse Problem

With heroin-related arrests in the Massapequa area among the highest in all of Nassau County, local residents are banding together to raise community awareness of the growing problem.

On Saturday, Dec. 5, from 9 a.m. to noon, there will be a Drug Free Massapequa Awareness Walk at John J. Burns Park.

Friday, 20 November 2009 00:00

Massapequa’s Girls Tennis Team, coached by Mike Pavlides (pictured), had a successful season. Samantha Gann, the #4 seed, reached the semifinals in singles and earned All-County and All-State honors for the third consecutive year. The doubles team of Jessica Sickles and Megan Tamborino reached the semifinals, defeating the #4 seed from Port Washington in the Quarterfinals, and also earning All-County and All-State honors. The partners lost in the semifinals to the eventual County Champs; however, they defeated Manhasset in the consolation match, which qualified them for the state finals. Congratulations to the team. Photo provided by Syntax Communication

Friday, 20 November 2009 00:00

Lady Chiefs Take County Title, Then Fall to Ward Melville

The football seasons for both Massapequa and Plainedge high schools ended in disappointment, but the Massapequa High School girls’ volleyball dynasty rolled on to another county title.

On Nov. 9, the Lady Chiefs won their 10th consecutive Nassau County title, defeating Long Beach three games to one. The Lady Chiefs won the first two games, 25-21 and 25-23, only to see Long Beach battle back and take the next two matches, 25-21 and 26-24. However, led by star setter Katie Bryson, Massapequa stormed back to win the final match and the title, 25-20.