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Hicksville

Beginnings: For centuries, miles of prairie grass spread across the spot that would become Hicksville. When Welsh settler Robert Williams proposed in 1648 to buy a large portion of the eastern plains, including Hicksville, the Matinecock Indians didn't think they were giving up much as they preferred to live in the forest. Most British settlers were just as uninterested because it was so remote. The land lay vacant for almost two centuries, until Jericho businessman Valentine Hicks, son-in-law of the nationally famous Quaker preacher Elias Hicks, turned his attention to the prairie land he had acquired.
Photo: At St. John's Protectory, Hicksville (Photo from "Long Island To-day" by Fred...  Show more »
Beginnings: For centuries, miles of prairie grass spread across the spot that would become Hicksville. When Welsh settler Robert Williams proposed in 1648 to buy a large portion of the eastern plains, including Hicksville, the Matinecock Indians didn't think they were giving up much as they preferred to live in the forest. Most British settlers were just as uninterested because it was so remote. The land lay vacant for almost two centuries, until Jericho businessman Valentine Hicks, son-in-law of the nationally famous Quaker preacher Elias Hicks, turned his attention to the prairie land he had acquired.
Photo: At St. John's Protectory, Hicksville (Photo from "Long Island To-day" by Frederick Ruther, 1909)  « Show less

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    May 4, 2013 |Column| Baltimore Sun

  1. Annapolis' Borland, Williams lead classes at NOOD Regatta

    Two Annapolis sailors, Jeff Borland and Tim Williams, took advantage of favorable winds on their home Chesapeake Bay waters to take the lead in their classes Saturday at the Sperry Top-Sider NOOD Regatta. Borland leads the nine-boat Etchells class...

    Tags: Kensington, Clarksville, Somerville, Norwalk (Fairfield, Connecticut), Roanoke (Roanoke, Virginia)

    2. Nov 21, 2012 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  2. Gov. Cuomo: Lowe's to Distribute Over 22,000 Thanksgiving Meals to Sandy Victims

    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that Lowe’s will be distributing more than 22,000 traditional, family-style Thanksgiving meals from Boston Market to families in the hardest hit communities of Hurricane Sandy. These heat-and-serve dinners will be distributed on a first come, first served basis on Wednesday, November 21 beginning at 11:00 AM.
    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that Lowe’s will be distributing more than 22,000 traditional, family-style Thanksgiving meals from Boston Market to families in the hardest hit communities of Hurricane Sandy. These heat-and-serve dinners...

    Tags: Montauk, Government, Medford, Patchogue, Nesconset

    3. Nov 14, 2012 | Hartford Courant

  3. Small Works For Gift Giving At Firehouse Square In New London

    The Gallery at Firehouse Square, 239 Bank St. in New London, presents a holiday-season show, “A Miniature Show,” featuring small works at affordable prices, starting on Thursday, Nov. 15, with a reception from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. It runs through Monday, Dec. 31. No work is bigger than 8”x10” and prices start at $25.
    The Gallery at Firehouse Square, 239 Bank St. in New London, presents a holiday-season show, “A Miniature Show,” featuring small works at affordable prices, starting on Thursday, Nov. 15, with a reception from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. It runs through...

    Tags: Lyme, Old Lyme, Arts, Groton, Arts and Culture

    4. Oct 15, 2012 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  4. MTA Announces Fare Hike Proposals

    Riders and commuters will see an increase in fares and tolls. The question is how much of an increase will there be?
    pix11.com | @gregmocker
    Riders and commuters will see an increase in fares and tolls. The question is how much of an increase will there be? The base fare is currently $2.25. A series of 4 proposals were put forth Monday by the staff of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority...

    Tags: Concourse, Long Island Rail Road, Staten Island (New York City), Queens (New York City), Physical Fitness and Exercise

    5. May 11, 2012 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  5. LI Man Attempted To Swap Drugs For Sex With Child: Cops

    A Long Island man was arrested after police said he arranged to have sex with a 12-year-old girl in exchange for prescription pills.
    A Long Island man was arrested after police said he arranged to have sex with a 12-year-old girl in exchange for prescription pills. According to Nassau County detectives, Walter Hurst, 57, of Bayshore, arrived at a hotel in Hicksville Thursday night...

    Tags: OxyContin (drug), Criminals, Crime, Law and Justice, Long Island, Nassau County

    6. Mar 20, 2012 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  6. Carjacking Suspects Crash Into LI School During Police Pursuit

    The two worlds of crime fighting and elementary education came face to face this afternoon at Harold Fayette Elementary school in North Merrick.
    pix11.com | @jaydownyc
    The two worlds of crime fighting and elementary education came face to face this afternoon at Harold Fayette Elementary school in North Merrick. That's where two carjackers crashed this stolen Infiniti sedan into the school's brick wall -- while trying...

    Tags: Long Island, Juvenile Delinquency, Theft, Firearms

    7. Mar 10, 2012 |Story| KCPQ-LTV

  7. Newly discovered amateur video shows 1986 Challenger disaster

    New Scientist magazine recently published video of the 1986 space shuttle Challenger disaster. The video was shot by Bob Karman, of Hicksville, New York, who was on vacation in Florida at the time.
    Q13 FOX News Online
    New Scientist magazine recently published video of the 1986 space shuttle Challenger disaster. The video was shot by Bob Karman, of Hicksville, New York, who was on vacation in Florida at the time. The video is thought to be extremely rare. Karman filmed...
    8. Sep 7, 2011 |Story| Petoskey News

  8. A list of the Sept. 11, 2001, attack victims

    A list of the Sept. 11, 2001, attack victims from data compiled by the National September 11 Memorial & Museum. The overall death toll from the attacks stands at 2,977 -- including 2,753 killed as a result of the attacks at the World Trade Center, 184...

    Tags: Patrick Henry, Medical Research, Patchogue, Ozone Park, Hanover (Anne Arundel, Maryland)

    9. Sep 1, 2011 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  9. Man Who Lost Power During Irene Charged With Threatening LIPA Officials

    A Long Island resident who grew tired of waiting for his electricity to be restored after it was knocked out by Tropical Storm Irene, was arrested after making several threats towards the local utility company.
    A Long Island resident who grew tired of waiting for his electricity to be restored after it was knocked out by Tropical Storm Irene, was arrested after making several threats towards the local utility company. According to Nassau County Police, Walter...

    Tags: Long Island Power Authority, Long Island, Prosecution, Nassau County, Tropical Storms

    10. Aug 30, 2011 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  10. Long Island Still Trying To Get The Power On

    When you do the math for LIPA, the bottom line is that they are overwhelmed. This morning it's Chief Operating Officer reported 3,000 total damage locations and only 2,300 crews handling the repairs, saying, "We have approximately 270,000 customer outages remaining," said Michael Hervey, LIPA COO.
    pix11.com
    When you do the math for LIPA, the bottom line is that they are overwhelmed. This morning it's Chief Operating Officer reported 3,000 total damage locations and only 2,300 crews handling the repairs, saying, "We have approximately 270,000 customer outages...

    Tags: Long Island

    11. Aug 29, 2011 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  11. Most MTA Subway, LIRR Service Restored Monday

    While an exact time for complete MTA service to be restored is unknown, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and MTA Chairman Jay Walder announced that restoration will begin at 6 a.m. Monday.
    Staff reporter
    While an exact time for complete MTA service to be restored is unknown, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and MTA Chairman Jay Walder announced that restoration will begin at 6 a.m. Monday. The restoration plan will have some lines on the subways, buses and...

    Tags: Staten Island (New York City), Long Island Rail Road, Railway Transportation, Transportation, Hurricane Irene (2011)

    12. Aug 27, 2011 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  12. Earthquake Reported Near Albany; Gov. Cuomo Deploys Senior Officials

    New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced that an earthquake just shook the town of Altamont, outside of Albany. Cuomo issued the following statement just after 5 p.m. Saturday:
    Staff reporter
    New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced that an earthquake just shook the town of Altamont, outside of Albany. Cuomo issued the following statement just after 5 p.m. Saturday: "We have reports of a 2.9 magnitude earthquake just west-southwest of...

    Tags: Joan McDonald, Regional Authority, Government, Syracuse, Long Island Power Authority

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