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Preserving the Abraham Combs house By RYAN DEMINO Intern
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All but unnoticed amid the suburban sprawl of Oceanside is a piece of American history few might expect to find: a 19th-century home steeped in stories from the Civil War era, early American life, and even a brush with President Theodore Roosevelt. Steven and Kathy Buckley, who now own the home, have made it their mission to be the caretakers of this rich heritage, meticulously preserving its legacy. The Buckleys, who have lived in the house, at 481 Silver Lane, for 37 years, are avid antique collectors who first learned of the its history after Steven visited the Hofstra University library in 1991 and discovered images on microfilm of many of the homes in his neighborhood. He and Kathy discov-
The Abraham Combs house, in Oceanside, has been expertly preserved over the years.
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Oceanside pickleball facility set to open Sept. 8 By KEPHERD DANIEL kdaniel@liherald.com
A new hub for pickleball enthusiasts is set to open soon in Oceanside, promising to bring the community together with the fun, fast-g rowing sport. Pickleball XPO, spearheaded by resident David Ring and his family, is gearing up for a Sept. 8 grand opening, at 3573 Maple Court, featuring a fully catered event and a ribbon-cutting ceremony with members of the Oceanside community. The location previously was home to the Turf Island Indoor Sports Facility and will now be
home to the racket sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, and whose popularity is exploding. The new facility, which has been under construction for five months, boasts multiple indoor pickleball courts with premium surfaces, providing players with optimal conditions for both casual games and competitive play. The courts are designed to accommodate players of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced athletes. It will also include a smoothie and iced coffee bar providing a convenient spot for players and visitors to refresh and social-
ize. Ring, the owner and driving force behind the center, has made it a priority to support local businesses throughout the development process. “Everything we’re doing is local,” he said. “The sign company, the catering for the grand opening, even the support from the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce — it’s all from within the community. I had opportunities to go outside for a few bucks more, but I felt it was best to stay local.” Ring is a retired executive with extensive experience in consumer electronics, including senior roles at retail stores,
s u c h a s t h e n ow - d e f u n c t Nobody Beats the Wiz for 20 years, until 1998. He then moved on to Best Buy for 18 years, holding multiple senior roles and founding Best Buy Mobile. In 2018, he joined Samsung, and was responsible for all of mobile sales in the tristate area, serving as senior market development manager.
A f t e r re t i r i n g , R i n g , a 25-year Oceanside resident who now lives in Island Park, said he decided to open the pickleball facility after identifying a growing demand for the sport, particularly on Long Island’s South Shore. He added that he was inspired by his and his family’s love for pickleball and COnTinued On pAge 8