Issuu

tbrnewsmedia.com

The

TIMES of SMITHTOWN

F O R T S A LO N G A • K I N G S PA R K • S M I T H TO W N • N E S C O N S E T • S T J A M E S • H E A D O F T H E H A R B O R • N I S S E Q U O G U E • H A U P PA U G E • C O M M A C K Vol. 32, No. 34

October 17, 2019

$1.00 Smithtown High School West crowns Meghan Deery and Steven Heimerle, along with his service dog Duke, as homecoming king and queen.

Commerdinger Park Preservation How one family is struggling to save history

Nightmare on Main Street exhibit haunts Huntington Also: The Addams Family reviewed, Artist of the Month Gary Garrett

SPACE RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBER ADDRESS

RE-ELECT

JILLIAN GUTHMAN, ESQ. RECEIVER OF TAXES PROVEN LEADERSHIP

www.friendsofjillianguthman.com

VOTE

SCSD

Smithtown West Big Homecoming Win— A3

✓

TUESDAY

NOVEMBER 5th Paid for by Friends of Jillian Guthman

PAGE A2 • TIMES OF SMITHTOWN • OCTOBER 17, 2019

Jewelry Appraisals

Fort Myers Beach, Florida Condo For Sale

2 bedroom, 2 bath. On the Gulf of Mexico. Lanai, new flooring, furniture included, 100 steps from the beach. $399,900

Call George Rehn 631-751-3886 or 631-880-2163

It doesn't hurt to periodically check the value of your jewelry for insurance and estate purposes. In fact, with ever-escalating prices, it helps! We offer professionally written appraisals complete with photographs, based on knowledge and backed by experience, whether for insurance or for estate evaluation.

LEGALS

Please call for an appointment. You could leave a lot richer. We care.

Next Date Available: Friday, November 15

29 Rocky Point/Yaphank Road Suite 3, (Behind 7-Eleven)

Anthony Bongiovanni Jr. G.I.A. Graduate Gemologist A.G.S. Certified Gemologist Appraiser

Rocky Point

631–744–4446

A R E P U TAT I O N B U I LT O N T R U S T

Point Jewe ky

Ro c

rs le

Point Jewe ky

Ro c

CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT

137 Main Street (4 Doors East of Post Office)

Stony Brook

www.rockypointjewelers.com

631–751–3751

Crisp Autumn

Notice of formation of RomseyTown Productions, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 23AUG2019. Office location: Suffolk

myNYCB.com • (877) 786-6560

Email: legals@tbrnewsmedia.com County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to the LLC: 74 Academy St.,

Patchogue, NY, 11772. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 927 9/19 6x ts

@TBRNewsmedia

CD Rates Pick the term that works for you.

To Place A Legal Notice

5 – MONTH CD

1.90

APY

$2,500 minimum

to open and earn interest.

11– MONTH CD

2.00

APY

$500 minimum

to open and earn interest.

Annual Percentage Yields (APYs) above are accurate as of date of publication and are subject to change without notice. The interest rate remains fixed until maturity. A penalty may be imposed for withdrawals before maturity. Fees could reduce earnings. The Promotional CDs must be opened with new money not currently on deposit with the Bank. Offer may be withdrawn at the discretion of the bank at any time. ©2019 New York Community Bank

166018

OCTOBER 17, 2019 • TIMES OF SMITHTOWN • PAGE A3

School/Community

Smithtown West Wins Big in Homecoming Game Smithtown High School West in the Smithtown Central School District celebrated its homecoming on Saturday, Oct. 12, with a community-centered celebration. The festivities kicked off with a pep rally in the school’s gymnasium on Friday afternoon. The homecoming court was introduced and Steven Heimerle, along with his service dog Duke, and Meghan Deery were named the 2019 homecoming king and queen. Prior to the start of the football game against Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High School, Smithtown High School West students celebrated with an outdoor carnival. Community members gathered for games, popcorn, cotton candy, a bounce house and slide and plenty of

Clockwise from above: Cheerleaders entertain the crowd during the halftime show. Big win 48-14 enthuses Bull players. Team charges the field before the game. Photos from Smithtown Central School District

entertainment prior to the big game. The Bulls scored quickly in the first quarter and went on to dominate the game by a final score of 48-14. The band and cheerleaders — including the junior varsity squad and the middle school teams from Accompsett and Great Hollow middle schools — kept the crowd entertained throughout the game. The halftime celebration began with an introduction of the Smithtown Athletic Hall of Fame inductees. The Smithtown High School West varsity cheerleaders kicked off the show and were followed by the award-winning Whisperettes. The newly crowned homecoming king and queen were escorted to the field to be recognized by the crowd.

Your One Stop Insurance Shop

CALL NOW FOR A FREE QUOTE (631) 269-9696

121 Pulaski Road, Kings Park, NY 11754

Email: admin@jacka-liquori.com Your local agent for over 85 years. We’ve been here a long time. We know what we are doing.

Waterfront Home??? No problem ….

157756

PAGE A4 • TIMES OF SMITHTOWN • OCTOBER 17, 2019

Good health never stops Schedule your annual wellness exam today. Call (631) 862-3844

Siena Women’s Health St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center At the heart of health

50 Route 25A Smithtown, NY 11787 | sienawomenshealth.org | 163452

@siena_womens_health

OCTOBER 17, 2019 • TIMES OF SMITHTOWN • PAGE A5

County

Suffolk Presents New Plan to Combat 1,4-Dioxane BY DAVID LUCES DLUCES@TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM

In an effort to eliminate 1,4-dioxane in county drinking water, Suffolk County Water Authority has proposed installing additional treatment systems at sites throughout the county, though costs could be high if plans see the light of day. In a presentation to Suffolk County legislators, SCWA proposed installing 31 new advanced treatment systems at a number of sites where the levels of 1,4-dioxane are higher than the New York State proposed limit, which is 1 part per billion. Jeffrey Szabo, SCWA chief executive officer, said the authority is continuing to develop technology that will eliminate toxic chemicals such as 1,4-dioxane. “We have been working with the health department on our AOP (advanced oxidation process) systems and the results have been successful,” Szabo said. A concern of 1,4-dioxane is that it can’t be removed through conventional treatment methods and involves a complex process of mixing the contaminated water with hydrogen peroxide, treated with ultraviolet light, which then gets sent to tanks filled with carbon where the rest of contaminants are filtered out. The hamlet of Central Islip currently has the sole advanced oxidation process system capable of removing 1,4-dioxane on Long Island. The authority says that its systems can destroy 1,4-dioxane molecules to virtually undetectable levels. Szabo said there are close to 100 wells in Suffolk County that need to be treated for the toxin. The proposed plan could take five to six years to install all 31 treatment systems, according to the authority’s chief executive officer and it would cost between $1.5 and $6 million in capital costs alone for each system. “We are trying to get this done as quickly as possible, there are things still up in the air,”

Above: a map showing where the SCWA expects to put the treatment systems, should they be approved; below: an image of the proposed treatment system. Images from SCWA

Szabo said. The authority is waiting on the state Department of Health to adopt an official maximum contaminant level (MCL) standard. According to officials, they expect to get confirmation sometime in early 2020. Szabo stressed that the authority and other water providers will need time to adjust to the new standards as well as to implement the new systems. “This will take time, each system has to get approved by the department of health before it can be installed,” Szabo said. In the case of the AOP pilot system in Central Islip, officials said it took over two years to get approval from the Department of Health. “We want to reassure the public that we are doing everything we can,” Szabo said. 1,4-Dioxane has been designated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as a

You Can Save Lives

here is a tremendous need for organ donations in New York State. Nearly 10,000 New Yorkers are currently waiting for an organ transplant, and every 13 hours someone dies waiting for an organ transplant in our state.

Over 5,895,454 New Yorkers have signed up to save lives. Why don’t you become one of those New Yorkers? Learn more at the

www.DonateLife.ny.gov or call 1-866-NY-DONOR

likely carcinogen associated with liver and kidney damage after a lifetime of exposure to contaminated drinking water. The chemical has been found in industrial solvents, detergents, shampoos and other products. In July, the state health department began the process of adopting the MCL of 1 part per billion. The department would become the ﬁrst in the country to set a limit on 1,4-dioxane. Similarly, Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) has planned to offer $350 million in

grants for treatment. At a forum in February, the Long Island Water Conference estimated the cost of treatment systems for close to 200 water wells contaminated by 1,4-dioxane to be at $840 million. The authority said it is hopeful it can begin to implement the plan sometime in 2020. In addition, two additional AOP systems are currently in development for pump stations in East Farmingdale and Huntington.

PAGE A6 • TIMES OF SMITHTOWN • OCTOBER 17, 2019

County Preserving History: County Site Falls into Disrepair Despite Funding Commerdinger Park Preservation Society Hits Obstacles BY DONNA DEEDY DONNA@TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM

Instead of selling their property to a developer for nearly $2 million, the family of Walter S. Commerdinger, Jr. sold to Suffolk County in 2006 their property on the north side of Lake Ronkonkoma with its historic home, circa 1810, for a reported $1.2 million. The idea, said Commerdinger’s heir, Paul Albert, was to turn the site into a living museum to honor the legacy of the family, regarded as one of Nesconset’s earliest settlers. The home, which was in pristine condition when sold, has sat vacant for more than a decade now and has been repeatedly vandalized. Despite being awarded $100,000 in grant money for repairs from the Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation, the county has allegedly not yet followed through with its end of the bargain. Both parties aim to renegotiate the agreement. Marie Gruick is a member of Nesconset Chamber of Commerce and she’s been helping Albert navigate the situation he’s facing with the government. “They keep saying they’re broke,” Gruick said. “It’s been a bunch of empty promises. They just gave other communities $500,000 for a parking lot.” The situation, though, highlights the challenges of preserving history on Long Island and in New York in general. Commerdinger Park and Marion Carll Farm, in Commack, are two examples of families hoping to preserve history with gifts of historic homes and properties to government or schools. Both sites have historic homes that have fallen into a state of disrepair. John Kennedy Jr. (R) served as Nesconset’s county legislator in 2006 and helped facilitate the initial transaction. He now serves as county comptroller and is running for county executive. His wife Leslie Kennedy (R-Nesconset) now serves as county legislator for the same District 12. She said there are no new updates. “There’s a contract that everyone is reading through, so Commerdinger can join up with Smithtown Historical Society,” Leslie Kennedy said. “But it’s all in the talk stage.” Gruick said the park is the last green space in Nesconset and its trails stretch to Lake Ronkonkoma. If the county isn’t interested in maintaining the home, she said, they should give it back. The family formed a 501(c)3 nonprofit, W.S. Commerdinger Jr. County Park Preservation

Above: Vandals destroyed the unoccupied historic home, breaking windows, tearing down the structure. Below: Crolius pottery was created in New York in what is considered the first kiln brought to America and very collectible. Walter Comminger mother’s family were potters and members of the Crolius family. Their work is preserved and ready for public display in the house, once the county moves forward with the preservation plans. Photo by Donna Deedy

Society, in 2008 to serve as stewards for the site but have been unable to accomplish what needs to be done for the house and its buildings. They say they feel like they’re on a merry-go-round. “How long is the county going to dangle carrots,” Gruick said. The most immediate task, Gruick and Albert said, is to get PSEGLI to hook up the electricity to the site, so they can install security cameras to prevent damage and to get county water hookup. What Gruick doesn’t understand, she said, is why the county is telling them that hooking up to electricity needs to go to bid if PSEGLI is the business that connects electricity. The county said in response to our inquiries that the order is in with PSEG, which needs to schedule the work. They could not provide a time frame for electric hookup and could only say that the request has been in for a while. Albert said that he has collections of antiques, PRESERVING HISTORY Continued on A7

OCTOBER 17, 2019 • TIMES OF SMITHTOWN • PAGE A7

PRESERVING HISTORY Continued from A6

ding

Above: The Comminger home in 2006 when it was sold to the county for historic preservation. Below right: old sleds used by the Comminger family. Below left: a Crolius urn stamped with name of the Crolius family. Photo above from Paul Albert. Other photos by Donna Deedy

including pottery crafted in the first kiln brought to America. He had hoped to move into the site by now. Formerly a banker, Albert said that he needs a lawyer that specializes in preservation but is unsure who has that expertise. Kathryn Curran is the executive director of the Gardiner Foundation, a philanthropic group that supports historic preservation projects for 501(c)3 organizations with an education mission, but not for schools. The foundation offers $5 million in grants annually and said that some projects go more smoothly than others. When a municipality owns a building, she said, they typically have a contract in place with a “friends” group to manage the property. “The money is allocated to the friends group, not the municipality,” she said. Because of the “friends” agreements with government, she said the group needs town approval for the work and the contracts it hopes to secure. For some reason, towns or government entities don’t always feel comfortable with the process. “We’re trying to give historic educational experiences to enhance a community,” she said. “It’s a downtown revitalization gift.” She said that local businesses benefit when these projects are completed, so she doesn’t always understand herself why governments are reluctant. She said that many people are willing to volunteer as part of a friends group. These people are also such a gift, she said. “It appears they don’t want to be beholden to private money,” she said. Gruick and Albert said they are frustrated but remain hopeful. They plan to meet with officials in the Town of Smithtown in the upcoming weeks for help.

PAGE A8 • TIMES OF SMITHTOWN • OCTOBER 17, 2019

Perspectives

America and the ‘Forever War’ in Afghanistan

The War in Afghanistan has lasted longer counterterrorism operations, we no longer own than World War I, World War II, and the Ko- the streets. According to the latest UN statistics, rean War combined. Today, U.S. soldiers born civilian deaths have spiked in recent years. On Sept. 28, 2019, Afghanistan voted in a after the 9/11 terrorist attacks presidential election. Although can enlist to serve in Afghaniconsiderably less violent than stan. Our nation has lost 2,500 the October 2018 parliamentaservice members and spent ry elections I witnessed from over $1 trillion dollars in 18 Kabul, the Afghans deployed years. What the American over 70,000 troops on election people originally understood day and determined approxito be our mission — to defeat mately 30 percent of polling al-Qaida and kill Osama bin stations too insecure to open. Laden — has arguably been The threat of Taliban violence achieved. Yet, approximately reduced voter turnout by approx14,000 U.S. troops remain unimately 25 percent compared to der congressional authorities the three previous presidential not renewed since the 2002 elections since the fall of the Authorization for the Use of Taliban in 2002. Military Force. Over time, the Afghanistan is a complex, day-to-day of the War in Afethnically diverse, and fractious ghanistan has faded from the By Jack Harrington society. The reality on the ground headlines. It is reasonable for is difficult, while obvious and Americans to question why we remain in Afghanistan. I recently returned satisfactory policy solutions are nonexistent. Howfrom Afghanistan and I have been asking my- ever, President Donald Trump’s (R) recent actions have only complicated matters on the ground. self the same question. On Sept. 7, via tweet, Trump simultaneously On Jan. 1, 2015, NATO transitioned from the International Security and Assistance Force canceled ongoing peace negotiations between (ISAF) to Operation Resolute Support, a man- the United States and the Taliban and withdrew date to train, advise and assist the Afghan gov- a theretofore secret invitation to attend talks ernment. While the United States — not NATO at Camp David. Inviting the Taliban to Camp — maintains authorities to engage in direct David the week of 9/11 was as offensive to the

memories of 9/11 victims as the president’s decision to abruptly call off peace negotiations was short-sighted. An imperfect peace deal between the U.S. and the Taliban serving as a predicate to longerterm, intra-Afghan peace negotiations between the elected Afghan government and the Taliban is not ideal — but it may very well be the only way to extricate ourselves from a “Forever War.” America must protect its homeland and ensure transnational terrorist networks — such as al-Qaida and ISIS-Khorasan (the ISIS affiliate in Afghanistan) — never again launch an attack against the United States or its allies. At the same time, we must admit no military strategy can win the war in Afghanistan. We cannot bomb our way to peace and stability. The U.S. military can affect conditions to influence peace negotiations and politics at the margins, but military action cannot be our end goal. The Afghan people, justifiably, wish to live in freedom and peace devoid of the tyrannical yoke of the Taliban. If the U.S. withdraws the bulk of its 14,000 troops, the Taliban will not accede to liberal democracy. At the same time, we must be honest and accept an indefinite Western military presence in Afghanistan is not sustainable or in America’s strategic interest. We need to set Afghanistan on the path to peace, continue to invest financially and diplomatically, ensure we can exercise influence over a future Afghan government — a government likely to

incorporate elements of the Taliban — and, at least for some period of time, maintain a limited military presence with the capability to strike at transnational terrorist elements looking to project violence in the West. The challenges in Afghanistan present no easy or enviable solutions, but after 18 years we must bring an end to forever war. In spite of the bravery, commitment and skill of our military leaders and service members on the ground, the president’s reactionary tendencies are doing little to secure long-term American interests. Indefinite, unrealistic commitments of lives and treasure in Afghanistan distracts from more strategically significant national security and diplomatic threats. However, Congress is much to blame for enabling presidents of both parties to everexpand the military’s footprint across the globe in the name of the Global War on Terrorism. Afghanistan is but one example of the missioncreep plaguing our military strategy. Congress must exercise the courage to authorize a new AUMF, circumscribe the president’s powers and critically re-evaluate how we project force around the world and to what ends. Jack Harrington lives in Stony Brook, is a fellow at the Truman National Security Project and served in Afghanistan from 2018 to 2019 as an officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve. His views are his own and do not reflect those of the U.S. Navy or Department of Defense.

Don’t Abandon the Kurds, Strategic Implications Are Disastrous The president has endangered the lives of our troops — and hundreds of thousands of civilians — with self-centered recklessness in Syria. Will U.S. Rep. Zeldin (R-Shirley) look to stop him? Last week, while I was in synagogue observing Yom Kippur, a congregant came forward to sing “God Bless America.” In an instant the entire room was on its feet, singing loudly, hands over hearts. Jews and other historically oppressed groups have flourished in America — we believe in our country and its values. Unfortunately, days later I still can’t shake the feeling that these values are under threat. News that President Donald Trump (R) has abandoned our Kurdish allies continues to sink in, and the ramifications are severe. The Kurds have proven themselves to be among our most reliable Middle East allies — doing the heavy lifting against ISIS and defending their north Syrian enclave from the repeated attacks of the Putin-backed Assad regime. To the extent ISIS was nearly eliminated, we owed a debt of gratitude to

the Kurdish fighters. But the Kurds, in return, the decision represents an utter betrayal of counted on our presence to dissuade Turkey’s the American values we love and cherish. Trump, in an ill-considered ambitions to vanquish them. instant, turned America’s That is why Trump’s back on an ally who served recent sudden withdrawal with us and shed blood for declaration was such a grave us. And the damage is done mistake. In taking action, — United States economic Trump ignored warnings sanctions on Turkey imposed from his national security subsequently cannot undo experts that Turkey would the harm. consider an American Home on Long Island, withdrawal an invitation Zeldin has been silent on to plunge the region back the ethnic cleansing of our into chaos and bloodshed. Kurdish allies. Instead he The strategic implications has continued to put Trump are disastrous — creating first, above country, our a void that could become a By Perry Gershon community and morality. A new ISIS breeding ground, fixture this week on network enabling the thousands of TV — not, I may add, at ISIS fighters who already have escaped captivity — with the potential Suffolk County events pertaining to our most for more to join — and the resultant new pressing local concerns — Zeldin spouted alliance between the Kurds and Assad, which Trump talking points, refusing to explain or only strengthens Russia and Iran. Moreover, critique the president’s behavior in Syria.

He’s shown off his skill as a Washington politician, spinning a web of nonsensical conspiracy theories and dodging questions. Zeldin seems to have forgotten America’s responsibility to protect friends who serve with us, like the Kurds, from annihilation. That is why Americans put our children at risk serving abroad, and why we salute our flag while at home. One corrupt president and his disrespect for the American values that mold us together cannot be allowed to destroy our country. It is incumbent on each and every one of us to stand up and make our feelings known. One local congressman’s silence cannot be allowed to represent Long Island’s patriotism. Perry Gershon is a former Democratic congressional candidate for New York’s 1st District and is running again for the same office. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Yale and a master’s in business administration from the University of California. He is also a national commentator on business, trade, policy and politics.

Editor’s note: TBR News Media has reached out to U.S. Rep. Lee Zeldin for his comments on the ISIS/Kurdish situation.

OCTOBER 17, 2019 • TIMES OF SMITHTOWN • PAGE A9

Smithtown Recognizes Town Historian Brad Harris Supervisor Ed Wehrheim (R) joined with local elected officials, members of the Smithtown Historical Society, friends and family to honor Smithtown historian Brad Harris for his decades of service to the Town of Smithtown. During a Celebratory Golf & Lunch event on Sept. 25, the town presented Harris with a Lifetime Achievement Award. The award was given to honor the Keeper of Smithtown History for a life dedicated to public service. “This is an honor that is long overdue. Brad Harris has worn every hat in the betterment of our community,” Wehrheim said. “He’s an educator, a former town councilman, a published writer, and our town historian. Brad Harris has literally devoted his lifetime to our great town and its children and that is truly extraordinary.” Harris was a social studies teacher for the Commack School District for over Harris receives service award. From left, Lisa Inzerillo, Ed Wehrheim, Brad Harris, Tom Lohmann, Deanna Varricchio and Tom 30 years. He was appointed the town McCarthy. Photo by Town of Smithtown historian by former Supervisor Patrick Vecchio in 1978, and he maintained Harris has penned three books about on the Town Board for 12 years. He was that position for almost 40 years, retiring instrumental in organizing the 350th the history of Smithtown: “Then & Now: in July of 2017. In 1980, he was elected anniversary of Smithtown’s founding by Smithtown,” “Images of America: Smithtown” as a Smithtown councilman and served Richard Smith. and “Images of America: Kings Park.”

Trotta Hosts Health Fair for Seniors Suffolk County Legislator Rob Trotta (R-Fort Salonga) is hosting an informational fair for seniors at Kings Park Manor at the Clubhouse, 300 Ardito Ave. in Kings Park. The event is Thursday, Oct. 24, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. It is free and open to the public. Seniors should bring their ID card or license with them. Organizations attending include: Clear Captions; Family Service League; Gurwin Jewish Center; Val Manzo, Esq. (notary); NYS Attorney General’s Office; RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Programs); St. Johnland Nursing Home; Suffolk County Department of Health Services; Suffolk County Office of the Aging; Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office (In Case of Emergency ID Cards and Return Unwanted/Expired Medications); Suffolk County Veterans Office; Town of Smithtown Senior Citizens Office; and St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center will be offering free flu shots and blood pressure screenings. The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office will be taking photos and residents will complete an application to receive an In Case of Emergency ID Card that will have their photo and pertinent medical data, as well as their emergency contact information on it.

162785

Town/County

PAGE A10 • TIMES OF SMITHTOWN • OCTOBER 17, 2019

State/County League of Women Voters and Kings Park School District Host Suffolk County Executive Debate The Kings Park High School National Honor Society and Student Council join the League of Women Voters to host a Candidate Debate for the office of Suffolk County executive on Monday, Oct. 21, 7 to 9 p.m., at Kings Park High School, Route 25A and Lawrence Avenue, Kings Park. All three candidates on the ballot will be present to engage with their voting constituents. The candidates and their party lines, as appearing on the ballot, are, in alphabetical order, the following: Steven C. Bellone (D, Protect the Taxpayer) Gregory John Fischer (Libertarian) John M. Kennedy, Jr. (R, C, I) Local chapters of the League of Women

Voters in Smithtown and Huntington organized and will conduct the debate in accordance with the League of Women Voters Candidate Meeting Guidelines. A moderator and timekeeper will be provided by the leagues. After two-minute opening statements, each candidate will be asked to respond to questions submitted by audience members and vetted by the leagues. Students at Kings Park High School are also preparing questions that reflect Suffolk County young people’s concerns. Questions must address issues and cannot be either derogatory or candidate-targeted. Rebuttals will be permitted when a candidate so signals with a red card.

Flanagan Sponsors Supply Drive for Homeless Vets Senator John Flanagan (R-East Northport) would like to invite residents to join him in supporting the joint clothing drive that Smithtown Post 833 of the American Legion and VFW Post 10870 are currently coordinating. The drive, which is in cooperation with AARP Volunteers and United Veterans Beacon House, will help provide supplies to veterans in our region. The organizations are asking members of our community to donate new and/or gently used clothing and bedding. All items collected will be provided to homeless veterans currently residing in United Veterans Beacon House

shelters and facilities. Items can be donated at a collection bin at the American Legion Post at 51 Juniper Ave., Smithtown. Additionally, to help make it more convenient for residents to donate, the senator’s office is serving as a dropoff location. Any resident who would like to donate items for the veterans can visit Flanagan’s office, which is located at 260 Middle Country Road in Smithtown, during normal business hours. The drive is continuing through October and we hope that everyone who is able to help will join this important effort.

The Times of Smithtown

Read it online at

www.TBRnewsmedia.com along with our other ﬁve papers: The Port Times Record, The Village Beacon Record, The Village Times Herald, The Times of Middle Country and The Times of Huntington, Northport and East Northport

Ronald John Fitterer Ronald John Fitterer was born on May 31, 1935 in Mineola, New York. He was one of five children born to Doris and Ernest Fitterer. He was affectionately called Ronnie by his siblings, Dolores, Alice, Richard and Barbara and the name stuck. He graduated from Mineola High School in 1952 and shortly thereafter joined the military. He spent two years in the Navy and two years as a Navy Corpsman with the Marines. It was his experience as a medic that led him to become a physical therapist after his discharge. He attended NYU and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy. He married his first wife and they moved to Kings Park where they had three children, Robbin, Dianne and Eric. He opened up his own private practice in Smithtown, New York at 100 Maple Avenue and remained a physical therapist for over thirty five years. In 1975 he married his second wife, Grace and they moved to Stony Brook with her four children, Donna, Steven, Glenn and Elena. Stony Brook was his home for the next seventeen years until his retirement from physical therapy in the late 1990s. In 1998 Ron and Grace moved to Port Jefferson, New York where he began a life-long dream of running a bed and breakfast. The Golden Pineapple became the

“go to” destination for those wanting to experience the warmth and hospitality that Ron offered to his guests. It was at this point in his life that Ron was able to devote much of his time to volunteering in his new and beloved hometown of Port Jeff Village. He became a member of the Chamber of Commerce, with a desire to help new and existing businesses coming into the greater Port Jefferson area. He was a member of the Historical Society where one of his favorite pursuits was working to designate old homes in Port Jefferson as having historical significance, with designated plaques marking their important place in the history of the Village. He sat on the original committee that was formed to restore and preserve the old shipyard building on the harbor and worked to create the existing Port Jefferson Village Center and beautiful parkland that now is the hub of activity in Port Jefferson. Ron’s last venture was to join his wife, Grace in real estate serving the community in a different way. In 2013 Ron and Grace moved to the lovely town of Vero Beach, Florida, where he spent his time golfing, gardening, cooking and living out his retirement in the warm Florida sunshine. Ronald peacefully passed away on August 20, 2019 with his wife Grace and her two daughters by his side. He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, and his stepchildren Donna Bernardini (husband Dennis), Steven Jacinto (wife Patrice), Glenn Jacinto (partner Pat Casarona) and Elena Jacinto. He is also survived by his children from his first marriage, Eric Fitterer (wife Karen), Robbin Hatzichristos (husband Chris), and Dianne Ragno (husband Eric). He is also survived by a total of 13 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. He will also be missed by his many nieces, nephews and dear friends. A private Celebration of Life service is to be held at a later date.

tbrnewsmedia.com • tbrnewsmedia.com • tbrnewsmedia.com • tbrnewsmedia.com • tbrnewsmedia.com tbrnewsmedia.com • tbrnewsmedia.com • tbrnewsmedia.com • tbrnewsmedia.com • tbrnewsmedia.com TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM tbrnewsmedia.com • tbrnewsmedia.com • tbrnewsmedia.com • tbrnewsmedia.com • tbrnewsmedia.com tbrnewsmedia.com • tbrnewsmedia.com • tbrnewsmedia.com • tbrnewsmedia.com • tbrnewsmedia.com TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM

OCTOBER 17, 2019 • TIMES OF SMITHTOWN • PAGE A11

Sports

Go to tbrnewsmedia.com for more sports photos



Smithtown West 3 Centereach 0

Bulls Blank Cougars BY BILL LANDON DESK@TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM Centereach boys soccer, now at 3-5 in the league, had their hands full when they took on Smithtown West. The Bulls sit atop the League III leaderboard at 8-1 after beating the Cougars, 3-0, Oct. 11. Senior Andrew Agunzo broke the ice for the Bulls 11 minutes into the opening half with a goal to take the early lead. The Cougars struggled for shots on goal as Smithtown West dominated the second half when senior forward Trevor Harrison scored the insurance goal and scored again to seal the deal. Ryan Jenkins had five stops in goal for the Cougars. The Cougars battled Huntington at We beat their price/service/selection home Oct. 16. Game results were not available at press time. You can buy sneakers anywhere, but there’s only one place that you can get the Smithtown West is back in action “2nd Wind Experience”. Only our staff of athletes has the knowledge to put you Oct. 18 when the Bulls hit the road, also in the right shoe for your foot, your activity, your budget. against Huntington, with a 4 p.m. start. New Balance Pictured clockwise from above: W847 Smithtown West’s Jack Jaeger clears Walking Shoe the ball upfield; the Bulls Agunzo scores the opening goal; Agunzo, again, redirects the ball upfield; and Smithtown junior Kenneth McNiff 1371 Rte. 25A, E. Setauket, NY takes flight for the 3-0 victory.

Dick’s Sporting Goods... NO COMPETITION!!!

631-751–5534

(Three Village Shopping Plaza) www.2ndwindrunningshoes.com

— Photos by Bill Landon

PAGE A12 â€˘ TIMES OF SMITHTOWN â€˘ OCTOBER 17, 2019

From Cold Spring Harbor to Wading River â€“ TBR NEWS MEDIA â€˘ Six Papers...Plus Our Website...One Price

CLASSIFIEDS 631.331.1154 or 631.751.7663 â€˘ www.tbrnewsmedia.com Novenas

Hair Removal Electrolysis/Laser

DONATE YOUR CAR TO WHEELS FOR WISHES benefiting Make-A-Wish. We offer free towing and your donation is 100% tax deductible. Call (631) 317-2014 Today!

Elder Care

LASER/ELECTROLYSIS Medically approved, professional methods of removing unwanted (facial/body) hair. Privacy assured, complimentary consultation. Member S.C.M.H.R. & A.E.A. Phyllis 631-444-0103

Health, Fitness & Beauty

A PLACE FOR MOM has helped over a million families find senior living. Our trusted, local advisors help find solutions to your unique needs at no cost to you. Call 855-977-3677

SAVE ON YOUR NEXT PRESCRIPTION! World Health Link. Price Match Guarantee! Prescriptions Required. CIPA Certified. Over 1500 medications available. CALL Today For A Free Price Quote. 1-866-569-7986 Call Now!

COMPANION P/T Semi retired teacher available for Light cooking, light housekeeping, local driving, references. Call 631-331-5030.

VIAGRA & CIALIS! 60 pills for $99. 100 pills for $150. FREE shipping. Money back guaranteed! 1-855-579-8907

GERIATRIC SOCIAL WORKER Private in-home consultations, care planning and ongoing care management. Personalized expert assistance. VIRGINIA CASH, LIC. MSW 631-428-0902 VirginiaCashCares.com FREE Open and Ongoing Caregiver Support Groups. UPCOMING GROUPS; October 26, November 9 & 23, December 14 & 28.

Merchandise 5â€™ COUCH, off-white, $200. 2 off-white SWIVEL CHAIRS, $100/ea., 2 small SPEAKERS AND RECEIVER, $30/all., STUDIO COUCH w/slipcovers, $100. 631-331-7917 MUSLIM TRAVEL PRAYER RUG, 100% woven silk, 1.5ftx2ft long, beautifully fringed, $100. Negotiable to the highest bidder. 631-331-7917 leave message.

PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Never Known To Fail) Oh, most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, blessed mother of the Son of God, immaculate virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh star of the sea, help me & show me here in, you are my mother. Oh Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in this necessity There are none who can withstand your power. Oh show me herein you are my mother. Oh Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. (3 times). Oh Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands. (3 times). Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can obtain my goals. You gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me, and that in all instances of my life, you are with me. I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy toward me and mine. T.G. The person must say this prayer 3 consecutive days. The request will be granted. This prayer must be published after the favor has been granted.

631.331.1154

class@tbrnewsmedia.com TIMES BEACON RECORD NEWS MEDIA

J]k[m]\ 9faeYdk >gj 9\ghlagf

Denied Social Security Disability? Appeal! If youâ€™re 50+, filed SSD and denied, our attorneys can help! Win or Pay Nothing! Strong, recent work history needed. 866-979-0096 [Steppacher Law Offices LLC Principal Office: 224 Adams Ave Scranton PA 18503]

Schools/Instruction/ Tutoring

TUTOR: SAT/ACT/PSAT, MATH, SPANISH, BIOLOGY. Experienced, Ivy League Graduate. Gary, 516-987-9859. PIANO LESSONS AWARD-WINNING CONCERT PIANIST Now accepting new students. All levels. NYSSMA preparation. Your home or my studio. Call evenings. 631-789-9387

Limousine Services SUFFOLK LIMO Serving all airports, Professional drivers, luxury suvâ€™s, sedans and Sprinter vans. Book online get 10% off. Suffolklimoservice.com 631-771-6991

Finds Under 50

COLLEGE COUNSELING SERVICES Need Help with the College Application Process? Call now to secure direction and guidance from start to finish with the applications, essay/supplementals and even your resume! References available. Call Joann: 631-338-9558

ARUBA ONE BEDROOM, time share week. I canâ€™t travel. Buy it: $50. 631-689-7546. CHAIN SAW, electric, 16â€? blade, Remington. Needs a new home. $35. Call/Text 631-327-8338 FREE STAMPS from an early stamp collection. Commemoratives; US and Foreign. Ideal for a young stamp collector. 631-941-4425

This 2 year old beauty was abused and abandoned with a huge litter of puppies. Having seen the worst of humanity, she needs to find a loving family home. If youâ€™re looking for a one on one forever friend, â€œFaunaâ€? is your girl.

Garage Sale Special

2 Signs FREE with placement of AD.

29/20 Words

Appears in our 6 papers from Huntington to Wading River

NEW HOT TUB COVER, still in box, 60â€?x84â€?, brown, rounded cover, $50 OBO. 631-751-0820 OLYMPIC WEIGHT SET. Asking $20. Excellent condition. 631-338-0849 PING PONG/ TABLE TENNIS BOARD. Great condition, solid, folds in half for storage. FREE for the taking. Setauket. Ed @ 631-806-4221 RADIO SHACK TWO PHONE SET with hookups, asking $25, Call 631-744-3722. RECLINER, small scale white faux/leather, electric/remote. Excellent $45. 631-928-1973 SECRETARY DESK, (classical style), used/$50. 631-331-7917 leave message.

TO SUBSCRIBE CALL 751-7744

Life AlertÂŽ is always here for me even when away from home. One touch of a button sends help fast, 24/7.

+HOS DW +RPH with

GPS !

:Yll]ja]k F]n]j F]]\ ;`Yj_af_&

! FREE

FIRST AID

+HOS 2Q WKH *R

For a FREE brochure call:

ÂŠ101331

631-331-1154

JANOME SEWING MACHINE, $25. 631-751-3869

alone ÂŽ

Plus

FREE; 5â€™4â€?X3â€™9â€? framed, unsigned oil painting on linen. Depicts three (Trinity) crowning a saint or Blessed Virgin. Suitable for church, meeting room, parsonage. E-mail: retiredfso@aol.com for photos.

Iâ€™m never

102036

ÂŠ105261

.(0 Jgml] ))* Hgjl B]^^]jkgf KlYlagf .+)&,/+&.+++ 8kYn]Yh]lYfaeYdj]k[m] 8kYn]Yh]lYfaeYdj]k[m]

Financial Services

Finds Under 50

Schools/Instruction/ Tutoring

Saving a Life EVERY 11 MINUTES ÂŠ94993

Please call or email and ask about our very reasonable rates.

We Publish Novenas

Pets/Pet Services TENDER LOVING PET CARE, LLC. Pet Sitting Services. When you need to leave town, why disrupt your petâ€™s routine. Let your pets enjoy the comforts of home while receiving TLC from a PSI Certified professional Pet Sitter. Experienced, reliable. Ins/Bonded. 631-675-1938 tenderlovingpetcarellc.com

KIT

WHEN YOU ORDER!

1-800-404-9776

101872

Automobiles/Trucks Vans/Rec Vehicles

OCTOBER 17, 2019 • TIMES OF SMITHTOWN • PAGE A13

WE ARE:

BASIC AD RATES • FIRST 20 WORDS

The Village TIMES HERALD The Village BEACON RECORD The Port TIMES RECORD The TIMES of Smithtown The TIMES of Middle Country The TIMES of Huntington, Northport & East Northport

OFFICE • IN-PERSON

(40¢ each additional word)

TBR News Media 185 Route 25A (Bruce Street entrance) Setauket, NY 11733 Call: 631-331-1154 or 631-751-7663

1 Week $29.00 4 Weeks $99.00 DISPLAY ADS Call for rates.

SPECIALS*

tbrnewsmedia.com

631–751–7744 Fax 631–751–4165

This Publication is Subject to All Fair Housing Acts OFFICE HOURS Monday–Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm

MAIL ADDRESS

TBR News Media Classifieds Department P.O. Box 707 Setauket, NY 11733

class@tbrnewsmedia.com CONTACT CLASSIFIEDS:

The Classifieds Section is published by TIMES BEACON RECORD NEWS MEDIA every Thursday. Leah S. Dunaief, Publisher, Ellen P. Segal, Classifieds Director.We welcome your comments and ads. TIMES BEACON RECORD NEWS MEDIA will not be responsible for errors after the first week’s insertion. Please check your ad carefully. • Statewide or Regional Classifieds also available - Reach more than 7 million readers in New York’s community newspapers. Line ads 25 words : Long Island region $69 - $129 – New York City region $289 - $499 – Central region $29 - $59 – Western region $59 - $99 - Capital region $59 - $99 – all regions $389 - $689 words. $10 each additional word. Call for display ad rates.

(631) 331–1154 or (631) 751–7663 Fax (631) 751–4165 class@tbrnewsmedia.com tbrnewsmedia.com

DENTAL Insurance

Discover the world’s best walk-in bathtub from

1 2

Includes FREE American StandardRight Height Toilet

Limited Time Offer! Call Today!

Receive a free American Standard Cadet toilet with full installation of a Liberation Walk-In Bath, Liberation Shower, or Deluxe Shower. Offer valid only while supplies last. Limit one per household. Must be first time purchaser. See www.walkintubs.americanstandard-us.com for other restrictions and for licensing, warranty, and company information. CSLB B982796; Suffolk NY:55431H; NYC:HIC#2022748-DCA. Safety Tubs Co. LLC does not sell in Nassau NY, Westchester NY, Putnam NY, Rockland NY.

4 5

A less expensive way to help get the dental care you deserve! CALL NOW!

1,500

S AV IN G S

FREE IN-HOME EVALUATION!

1-855-225-1434

Get help paying dental bills and keep more money in your pocket This is real dental insurance — NOT just a discount plan 102779

888-609-0248

Backed by American Standard’s 140 years of experience $ Ultra low entry for easy entering and exiting ® Patented Quick Drain fast water removal system Lifetime Warranty on the bath AND installation, INCLUDING labor backed by American Standard 44 Hydrotherapy jets for an invigorating massage

FREE Information Kit

Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

102038

5 Reasons American Standard Walk-In Tubs are Your Best Choice

The following are some of our available categories listed in the order in which they appear. • Garage Sales • Computer Services • Announcements • Electricians • Antiques & Collectibles • Financial Services • Automobiles/Trucks etc. • Furniture Repair • Finds under $50 • Handyman Services • Health/Fitness/Beauty • Home Improvement • Merchandise • Lawn & Landscaping • Personals • Painting/Wallpaper • Novenas • Plumbing/Heating • Pets/Pet Services • Power Washing • Professional Services • Roofing/Siding • Schools/Instruction/Tutoring • Tree Work • Wanted to Buy • Window Cleaning • Employment • Real Estate • Cleaning • Residential Property • Commercial Property • Out of State Property DEADLINE: Tuesday at Noon

1-855-225-1434

You can get coverage before your next checkup

Visit us online at

Don’t wait! Call now and we’ll rush you a FREE Information Kit with all the details.

www.dental50plus.com/nypress

Insurance Policy P150NY 6129

MB17-NM003Ec

6HOOLQJ <RXU 8VHG &DU RU 7UXFN"

Your Ad Will Appear in All 6 of Our Newspapers Plus you will receive a FREE LISTING ON OUR WEBSITE

&DOO &ODVVLILHGV ² ² RU ² ²

) 2 5 : ( ( .6

RU SODFH \RXU DG RQOLQH DW WEUQHZVPHGLD FRP

TIMES BEACON RECORD N E W S M E D I A • 185 Route 25A, Setauket, New York 11733

20 WORD READ

ER A D ©101638

GENERAL OFFICE

*May change without notice REAL ESTATE FREE FREE FREE ACTION AD 20 words Merchandise DISPLAY ADS $44 for 4 weeks under Ask about our for all your used $50 15 words Contract Rates. merchandise 1 item only. EMPLOYMENT GARAGE SALE Fax•Mail•E-mail Buy 2 weeks of ADS $29.00 Drop Off any size BOXED 20 words Include Name, ad get 2 weeks Address, Phone # Free 2 signs with free placement of ad

INDEX

PAGE A14 â€˘ TIMES OF SMITHTOWN â€˘ OCTOBER 17, 2019

E M PL OY M E N T / C A R E E R S

AMBITIOUS, ACTION ORIENTED INDIVIDUAL Increase corporate guest overnight accommodation database. Attend networking & business events.Resume to: Denean@ stonybrookny.hiexpress.com FOR FULL INFORMATION PLEASE SEE EMPLOYMENT DISPLAY AD.

EVENTS, PRINT & DIGITAL REPRESENTATIVE Looking for an energetic and persuasive person who is organized, detailed oriented and creative. Must have good planning, communication and people skills. Knowledge of the area and relationship with businesses is a plus. Responsible for getting sponsors, advertising, and developing partnerships. Email Resume to kjm@tbrnewsmedia.com JOB OPPORTUNITY: $18.50 P/H NYC $16 P/H LI up to $13.50 P/H Upstate NY. If you currently care for your relatives or friends who have Medicaid or Medicare, you may be eligible to start working for them as a personal assistant. No Certificates needed. (347)462-2610 (347)565-6200 REILLY ARCHITECURAL Seeking FT team members for production shop and window glazers. See full ad in the Employment Display Section. SALES ASSOCIATE needed immediately. Sea Creations. P/T including weekends/holidays. Port Jefferson Village. Drivers license necessary. Call for interview 631-473-8388

Join Our Team

Ambitious, action-oriented individual who can position the hotel for increased revenue.

Seeking Full Time Experienced Moulder Operators and Glass Installers

Reilly Architectural is the premier manufacturer of high-end custom windows & doors. We offer a team environment focused on continuous growth and improvement. If you are looking for a career, we invite you to join us. We provide an environment of learning, creativity, and camaraderie coupled with competitive salary and benefit packages. We are seeking full-time team members for our Production Shop. Experience with Moulder machines or Glass Installation techniques is preferred. Email resumes to jobs@reillyarch. com, or call HR at 631-208-0710. ÂŠ105089

Looking for that perfect career? or that perfect employee? Search our employment section each week! TIMES BEACON RECORD CLASSIFIED ADS

Increase corporate guest overnight accommodation database through consistent sales efforts, establishing trust & rapport with clients to generate & boost revenues for the hotel. Generate business by establishing good relationships with decision makers by attending networking & business after hour events. Ability to work well with team members in a high energy hotel environment.

Send resume to: Denean@stonybrookny.hiexpress.com

;)4-; );;7+1)<- 6--,-, 155-,1)<-4A 8 < 1VKT]LQVO ?MMSMVL[ 0WTQLIa[

.]V 8TIKM <W ?WZS 8WZ\ 2MĐ„ MZ[WV >QTTIOM ,ZQ^MZÂź[ 4QKMV[M 6MKM[[IZa

631.331.1154 or 631.751.7663

ÂŠ105226

+ITT NWZ QV\MZ^QM_

Seeking

FREELANCE

EVENTS, PRINT & DIGITAL REPRESENTATIVE For Our

SUPPLEMENTS EDITOR Knowing InDesign a help but not a must.

Award-Winning News Media Groupâ€™s North Shore Market and Beyond Looking for an energetic and persuasive person who is organized, detailed oriented and creative.

Email resume to: desk@tbrnewsmedia.com or call 631.751.7744

ÂŠ104331

ÂŠ104441

Must have good planning, communication and people skills. Knowledge of the area and relationship with businesses is a plus. Responsible for getting sponsors, advertising, and developing partnerships for events.

TBR NEWSMEDIA

ÂŠ105091

PUBLISHERâ€™S EMPLOYMENT NOTICE: All employment advertising in this newspaper is subject to section 296 of the human rights law which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, disability, marital status, sex, age or arrest conviction record or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. Title 29, U.S. Code Chap 630, excludes the Federal Govâ€™t. from the age discrimination provisions. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for employment which is in violation of the law. Our readers are informed that employment offerings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

Help Wanted

ÂŠ101793

Help Wanted

Place your ad today Call 631.751.7663 or 631.331.1154

Email resume to: kjm@tbrnewsmedia.com

OCTOBER 17, 2019 â€˘ TIMES OF SMITHTOWN â€˘ PAGE A15

E M PL OY M E N T / C A R E E R S

Place your ad today Call 631.751.7663 or 631.331.1154

):- A7= 01:16/'

PROOFREADER

Take advantage of our North Shore distribution. Reach over 169,000 readers.

);3 )*7=< 7=: ;8-+1)4; Place your ad by Tuesday noon and it will appear in that Thursdayâ€™s editions.

Email cover letter and resume to kyle@tbrnewsmedia.com

Looking for a nanny â€˘ nurse â€˘ medical biller â€˘ computer programmer chef â€˘ driver â€˘ private fitness trainer...? CALL TIMES BEACON RECORDâ€™S CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT

Â?

ÂŠ104799

Times Beacon Record News Media needs part-time proofreaders to work in the Setauket office. Proofreading and computer experience a plus.

Ě† Ě† WZ Ě† Ě†

Classified Real Estate Residential Display Special Buy 2 Weeks & get 1 Week FREE

Commercial Display Special Buy 4 Weeks & get 1 Week FREE

This is a prime opportunity to reach your target audience â€˘ 6 PAPERS! 1 PRICE! Cold Spring Habor to Baiting Hollow

To Reserve Your Space Call 631â€“331â€“1154 or 631â€“751â€“7663 or Email class@tbrnewspapers.com Times Beacon Record News Media â€˘ tbrnewsmedia.com

ÂŠ96964

Deadline Tuesday at Noon for Thursdayâ€™s papers

PAGE A16 • TIMES OF SMITHTOWN • OCTOBER 17, 2019

SERV ICES Cleaning COME HOME TO A CLEAN HOUSE! Attention to detail is OUR PRIORITY. Excellent References. Serving the Three Village Area. Call Jacquie at 347-840-0890

Clean-Ups LET STEVE DO IT Clean-ups, yards, basements, whole house, painting, tree work, local moving and anything else. Totally overwhelmed? Call Steve @ 631-745-2598, leave message.

Computer Services/ Repairs COMPUTER ISSUES? FREE DIAGNOSIS BY GEEKS ON SITE! Virus Removal, Data Recovery! 24/7 EMERGENCY SERVICE, In-home repair/ On-line solutions. $20 OFF ANY SERVICE! 844-892-3990

Decks DECKS ONLY BUILDERS & DESIGNERS Of Outdoor Living By Northern Construction of LI. Decks, Patios/Hardscapes, Pergolas, Outdoor Kitchens and Lighting. Since 1995. Lic/Ins. 3rd Party Financing Available. 105 Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-651-8478. www.DecksOnly.com

Electricians ANTHEM ELECTRIC MASTER ELECTRICIAN Quality Light & Power since 2004. Commercial, Industrial, Residential. Port Jefferson. Please call 631-291-8754 Andrew@Anthem-Electric.net SOUNDVIEW ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING Prompt* Reliable* Professional. Residential/Commercial, Free Estimates. Ins/Lic#57478-ME. Owner Operator, 631-828-4675 See our Display Ad in the Home Services Directory

Exterminating HOMESTEAD WILDLIFE SOLUTIONS Humane Trapping & Rodent Prevention. Sealing all acess points. Daniel Wafer: call or text 631-295-6186. NYS#2852 homesteadwildlifesolutions.com hmstdwildlife@optonline.net

Fences SMITHPOINT FENCE. DEER PROBLEM? WE CAN HELP! Wood, PVC, Chain Link, Stockade. Free estimates. Now offering 12 month interest free financing. Commercial/Residential. 70 Jayne Blvd., PJS. Lic.37690-H/Ins. 631-743-9797 www.smithpointfence.com.

Floor Services/Sales FINE SANDING & REFINISHING Wood Floor Installations Craig Aliperti, Wood Floors LLC. All work done by owner. 27 years experience. Lic.#47595-H/Insured. 631-875-5856

Furniture/Restoration/ Repairs REFINISHING & RESTORATION Antiques restored, repairing recane, reupholstery, touch-ups kitchen, front doors, 40 yrs exp, SAVE$$$, free estimates. Vincent Alfano 631-707-1228 REFINISHING & REUPHOLSTERING Dunwell Furniture Repair & Upholstering Worshop.Repairs, Caning, Rebuild,Stripping, Refinishing. 427 Rt. 25A, Rocky Point 631-744-7442

Gardening/Design Architecture DOWN THE GARDEN PATH *Garden Rooms *Focal Point Gardens. Designed and Maintained JUST FOR YOU. Create a “splash” of color w/perennials or Patio Pots. Marsha, 631-689-8140 or cell# 516-314-1489

Handyman Services JOHN’S A-1 HANDYMAN SERVICE *Crown moldings* Wainscoting/raised panels. Kitchen/Bathroom Specialist. Painting/windows/ceramic tile, finished-basements. All types repairs. Dependable craftsmanship. Reasonable rates. Lic/Ins.#19136-H. 631-744-0976 c.631-697-3518

Housesitting Services TRAVELING? Need someone to check on your home? Contact Tender Loving Pet Care, LLC. We’re more than just pets. Insured/Bonded. 631-675-1938

Place your ad today Call 631.751.7663 or 631.331.1154 Home Improvement

Lawn & Landscaping

ALL PHASES OF HOME IMPROVEMENT From attic to your basement, no job too big or too small, RCJ Construction www.rcjconstruction.com commercial/residential, lic/ins 631-580-4518.

SWAN COVE LANDSCAPING Lawn Maintenance, Clean-ups, Shrub/Tree Pruning, Removals. Landscape Design/Installation, Ponds/Waterfalls, Stone Walls. Firewood. Free estimates. Lic/Ins.631-689-8089

BATHROOM RENOVATIONS EASY ONE DAY updates! We specialize in safe bathing. Grab bars, no slip flooring & seated showers. Call for a free in-home consultation. 888-657-9488.

Landscape Materials

ECO PRO DRAINAGE SYSTEMS AND SOLUTIONS Free consultations. French drains, dry wells, foundation drainage & grading. Basement waterproofing. 516-289-5840 licensed & insured. ISLAND HARBOR HOME REMODELING Now is a good time to do BASEMENTS! All phases of remodeling. Specializing in Kitchens & Bathrooms. Over 40 years of experience. Owner always on the job. Lic/Ins. 631-972-7082, please leave message LAMPS FIXED, $65. In Home Service!! Handy Howard. My cell 646-996-7628 LONG HILL CARPENTRY 40 years experience All phases of home improvement. Old & Historic Restorations. Lic.#H22336/Ins. 631-751-1764 longhill7511764@aol.com THE ROOM RENOVATORS A Cheyenne Company, kitchens baths and basements 631-366-4666 Tad Kresofski licensed and insured, free estimates always. THREE VILLAGE HOME IMPROVEMENT Kitchens & Baths, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood floors, Windows/ Doors, Interior Finish trim, Interior/Exterior Painting, Composite Decking, Wood Shingles. Serving the community for 30 years. Rich Beresford, 631-689-3169

Lawn & Landscaping SETAUKET LANDSCAPE DESIGN Stone Driveways/Walkways, Walls/Stairs/Patios/Masonry, Brickwork/Repairs Land Clearing/Drainage,Grading/ Excavating. Plantings/Mulch, Rain Gardens. Steve Antos, 631-689-6082 setauketlandscape.com Serving Three Villages

SCREENED TOP SOIL Mulch, compost, decorative and driveway stone, concrete pavers, sand/block/portland. Fertilizer and seed. JOS. M. TROFFA MATERIALS CORP. 631-928-4665, www.troffa.com

Legal Services Lung Cancer? And Age 60+? You And Your Family May Be Entitled To Significant Cash Award. No Risk. No Money Out Of Pocket. For Information Call 877-225-4813

Masonry CARL BONGIORNO LANDSCAPE/MASON CONTRACTOR All phases Masonry Work:Stone Walls, Patios, Poolscapes. All phases of Landscaping Design. Theme Gardens. Residential & Commercial. Lic/Ins. 631-928-2110

Miscellaneous DISH TV $59.99 For 190 Channels + $14.95 High Speed Internet. Free Installation, Smart HD DVR Included, Free Voice Remote. Some restrictions apply. 1-888-609-9405 GET DIRECTV! ONLY $35/month! 155 Channels & 1000s of Shows/Movies on Demand. (w/SELECT All Included Package). PLUS Stream on Up to FIVE Screens Simultaneously at No Additional Cost. Call DIRECTV, 1-888-534-6918 WANTED: RARE RECORD COLLECTIONS, Autographs, memorabilia, obscure artists. All sizes/ categories. House-calls, drop-offs. All About Records 396 Rockaway Ave. #E Valley Stream Charles 516-945-7705 groupsound@aol.com

Painting/Spackling/ Wallpaper ALL PRO PAINTING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR Power Washing, Staining, Wallpaper Removal. Free estimates. Lic/Ins #19604HI 631-696-8150. Nick

Painting/Spackling/ Wallpaper BOB’S PAINTING SERVICE 25 Years Experience. Interior/Exterior Painting, Spackling, Staining, Wallpaper Removal, Staining and Deck Restoration Power Washing. Free Estimates. Lic/Ins. #17981. 631-744-8859 COUNTY-WIDE PAINTING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR Painting/Staining. Quality workmanship. Living and Serving Three Village Area for over 30 years. Lic#37153-H. 631-751-8280 ED’S PAINTING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR Wallpaper removal, spackling, sheetrock repair. Over 25 years experience. Commercial/Residential. Reasonable rates. 631-704-7547 GREG TRINKLE PAINTING & GUTTER CLEANING Powerwashing, window washing, staining. Neat, reliable, 25 years experience. Free Estimates. Lic/Ins.#31398-H. 631-331-0976 LaROTONDA PAINTING & DESIGN Interior/exterior, sheetrock repairs, taping/spackling, wallpaper removal, Faux, decorative finishings. Free estimates. Lic.#53278-H/Ins. Ross LaRotonda 631-689-5998

Power Washing EXTERIOR CLEANING SPECIALISTS Roof cleaning, pressure washing/softwashing, deck restorations, gutter maintenance. Squeaky Clean Property Solutions 631-387-2156 www.SqueakyCleanli.com

Roofing/Siding JOSEPH BONVENTRE CONSTRUCTION Roofing, siding, windows, decks, repairs. Quality work, guaranteed. Owner operated. Over 25 years experience. Lic/Ins. #55301-H. Call or Text 631-428-6791

Senior Services ALLY’S HOME ORGANIZING SERVICE. Help relieve the stress of clutter, records management, housecleaning and errand running. Former Librarian. Over five years helping homeowners weekly-biweekly-monthly. $30.00/hr. References. 631-740-6997

Tree Work ARBOR-VISTA TREE CARE COMPLETE TREE CARE service devoted to the care of trees. Maintenance pruning, water-view work, sun-trimming, elevating, pool areas, storm thinning, large tree removal, stump grinding. Wood chips. Lic#18902HI. Free estimates. 631-246-5377 CLOVIS OUTDOOR SERVICES LTD. Expert Tree Removal AND Pruning. Landscape Design and maintenance, Edible Gardens, Plant Healthcare, Exterior Lighting. 631-751-4880 clovisoutdoors@gmail.com EASTWOOD TREE & LANDSCAPE, INC. Experts in tree care and landscaping. Serving Suffolk County for 25 years. Lic.#35866H/Ins. 631-928-4070 eastwoodtree.com RANDALL BROTHERS TREE SERVICE Planting, pruning, removals, stump grinding. Free Estimates. Fully insured. LIC# 50701-H. 631-862-9291 SUNBURST TREE EXPERTS Since 1974, our history of customer satisfaction is second to none. Pruning/removals/planting, plant health care. Insect/ Disease Management. ASK ABOUT GYPSY MOTH AND TICK SPRAYS Bonded employees. Lic/Ins. #8864HI 631-744-1577 TREE AND LANDSCAPE CARE Serving all of Suffolk County, Fast emergency services, tree trimming, removal and maintenance, landscape design, plant and shrub design and installation. TREETASTIC 631-619-7222. See display ad for more information

TV Services/Sales SPECTRUM TRIPLE PLAY! TV, Internet & Voice for $99.97/mo. Fastest Internet. 100 MB per second speed. Free Primetime on Demand. Unlimited Voice. NO CONTRACTS. Call 1-855-977-7198 or visit: http://tripleplaytoday.com/press

OCTOBER 17, 2019 â€¢ TIMES OF SMITHTOWN â€¢ PAGE A17

PROF E S SION A L & B U SI N E S S <RXU 3URIHVVLRQDO $G &RXOG %H +HUH

CUSTOMIZED WORKOUTS FOR ALL LEVELS

Trainer Justin Rebranded! 20 years experience

PAGE P

$,53257 /,02 6(59,&( 6(59,1* $// $,532576 Wine Tours, Corporate Travel, Events, Hamptons, NYC & More!

Please call us for details and special rates

3URIHVVLRQDO &KDXIIHXUV /X[XU\ 689Â·V 6HGDQV 6SULQWHU 9DQV HWF

Â©103384

FIRST SESSION FREE â€“ NO CONTRACTS OBSTACLE COURSE TRAINING AVAILABLE

Place your ad today Call 631.751.7663 or 631.331.1154

Call

631â€“331â€“1154 CALL JUSTIN 516.662.2731

%RRN 2QOLQH 1RZ 6$9(

631â€“751â€“7663

Â©105245

Space Open for Trainers to Rent 12 Research Way, East Setauket

6XIIRON /LPR 6HUYLFH Â‡ VXIIRONOLPRVHUYLFH FRP

Service Provided By World Class Transportation

Â©101302

TIMES BEACON RECORD NEWSPAPERS

ADI Circulation Map Areas of dominant influence The Village TIMES HERALD

The TIMES of Huntington, Northport & East Northport â€¢ Huntington â€¢ Greenlawn â€¢ Halesite â€¢ Lloyd Harbor â€¢ Cold Spring Harbor

â€¢ Northport â€¢ E. Northport â€¢ Eatons Neck â€¢ Asharoken â€¢ Centerport â€¢ W. Fort Salonga

The TIMES of Smithtown â€¢ Smithtown â€¢ Hauppauge â€¢ Commack â€¢ E. Fort Salonga â€¢ San Remo â€¢ Kings Park â€¢ St. James â€¢ Nissequogue â€¢ Head of the Harbor

The Port TIMES RECORD

â€¢ Stony Brook â€¢ Stony Brook University â€¢ Strongâ€™s Neck â€¢ Setauket â€¢ Old Field â€¢ Poquott

â€¢ Port Jefferson â€¢ Port Jefferson Sta. â€¢ Harbor Hills â€¢ Belle Terre

The Village BEACON RECORD â€¢ Mt. Sinai â€¢ Miller Place â€¢ Sound Beach â€¢ Rocky Point â€¢ Shoreham â€¢ Wading River â€¢ Baiting Hollow

25A Mt. Sinai

Wading River

Miller Place

Port Jefferson 25 Stony Brook

25A

347 25

Northport Selden

Huntington

Mailed to subscribers in over 45 communities and available at over 200 newsstands and distribution points across the North Shore of Suffolk County on Long Island â€¢ 185 Route 25A (P.O. Box 707) Setauket, New York 11733 â€¢ (631) 751-7744

Smithtown 25

Lake Grove

The TIMES of Middle Country â€¢ Centereach â€¢ Selden â€¢ Lake Grove

Â© Times Beacon Record News Media 2016 note: map is not to scale

Â©114546

PAGE A18 â€˘ TIMES OF SMITHTOWN â€˘ OCTOBER 17, 2019

HOME SERV ICES A - ) :; -@ 8-: 1-6+7 _ V M Z 7 X M Z I \ M L ; Q V K M !

Taping Spackling

Wallpaper Removal

REFERENCES GLADLY GIVEN

! Faux Finishes

sz@northshoreinteriordesign.com

Window Treatments â€˘ Draperies â€˘ Valances â€˘ Blinds â€˘ Shades Shutters â€˘ Wallpaper â€˘ Carpeting â€˘ Reupholstery Consultations-In home or Studio â€˘ Lighting & More....

Lic. # 53278-H/Ins.

ALL PRO PAINTING $// :25. *8$5$17((' )5(( (67,0$7(6

Interior & Exterior Painting

Lic.#11-3629022

:RRG )ORRU ,QVWDOODWLRQV 2OG :RRG )ORRUV 0DGH %HDXWLIXO $OO :RUN 'RQH %\ 2ZQHU

â€˘ Wallpaper Removal â€˘ Spackling/Sheetrock Repair â€˘ Commercial/Residential â€˘ Reasonable Rates â€˘ Over 25 Years Experience

,17(5,25 Â‡ (;7(5,25 Â‡ 32:(5:$6+,1* &86720 :25. Â‡ 67$,1,1* Â‡ :$//3$3(5 5(029$/

Call Ed Bernstein 631.704.7547

(;3(5,(1&(' $1' 5(/,$%/(

Nick Cordovano 631â€“696â€“8150 /,&(16(' + ,1685('

ÂŠ103712

ÂŠ102304

::: (;3(57)851,785(5(6725$7,21 &20 Family Owned & We Can Repair Anything! Complete Woodworking & Finishing Shop 40 Years Experience PICK-UP & DELIVERY From Manhattan to Montauk â€˘ Antique & Modern

631.707.1228

343 So. Country Rd., Brookhaven

ELECTRICIAN; HELPER/MECHANIC NEEDED Quality Light & Power Since 2004 ÂŠ100866

Since 1989

ÂŠ101759

#37074-H; RI 18499-10-34230

+ITT W]Z +TI[[QĂ… ML ,MX\ WZ

Port Jefferson â€˘ 631.291.8754

ÂŠ101311

CERTIFIED LEAD PAINT REMOVAL

Ryan Southworth 631-331-5556

Licensed/Insured

Commercial/Industrial/Residential

9LZPKLU[PHS *VTTLYJPHS Â‹ :LY]PJL <WNYHKLZ Â‹ 5L^ *VUZ[Y\J[PVU Â‹ 9LUV]H[PVUZ Â‹ ;YV\ISLZOVV[PUN Â‹ *LPSPUN -HUZ /PNOOH[Z Â‹ .LULYH[VYZ Â‹ ( * >PYPUN Â‹ 7VVS /V[ ;\I >PYPUN Â‹ 3HUKZJHWL 3PNO[PUN

ZV\UK]PL^LSLJ[YPJ'OV[THPS JVT

Lic. #57478-ME

ÂŠ96778

â€œWe take pride in our workâ€?

FREE ESTIMATES

)5((

ANDREW SHIKORA Master Electrician Andrew@Anthem-Electric.net â€˘ www.Anthem-Electric.net Lic. 49256-ME/Ins.

#1 Recommendation on BBB website

â€˘ Kitchen Cabinet Refinishing â€˘ Upholstery â€˘ Table Pads â€˘ Water & Fire Damage Restoration â€˘ Insurance Estimates Licensed/Insured

8TIKM aW]Z IL QV \PM ;M^QKM ,QZMK\WZa NWZ _MMS[ IVL OM\ _MMS[

ANTHEM ELECTRIC

â€˘ Interiors â€˘ Exteriors â€˘ Faux Finishes â€˘ Power Washing â€˘ Wallpaper Removal â€˘ Tape & Spackling â€˘ Staining & Deck Restoration BBB A1 Rating

Â?

9,1&(17 $/)$12 )851,785( 5(6725$7,21

<($56 (;3(5,(1&(

175 Main St., Suite 6A Setauket, NY 11733 Sharon Zalinger

Edâ€™s Painting

2))

)RUPHUO\ 2I $ +XQWLQJWRQ )DWKHU 6RQÂśV %XVLQHVV /LF + ,QVXUHG

PAINTING & DESIGN

Âś Âś

&UDLJ $OLSHUWL :RRG )ORRUV //&

)LQH 6DQGLQJ 5HÂż QLVKLQJ

Full Service Interior Design Studio

ÂŠ105151

4QK 1V[ !

Power Washing

ÂŠ102687

North Shore Interiors www.northshoreinteriordesign.com

ÂŠ98354

.:-- -;<15)<-;

Decorative Finishes

Get Your Home Ready for the Holidays!

631.476.8400

Â?

CALLS PROMPTLY RETURNED

PAGE F

INTERIOR â€˘ EXTERIOR

*7*Âź; 8)16<16/ ;-:>1+Â‡ ,QWHULRUV Â‡ ([WHULRUV Â‡ 3RZHUZDVKLQJ Â‡ 6WDLQLQJ 'HFN 5HVWRUDWLRQ Â‡ :DOOSDSHU 5HPRYDO Â‡ *XWWHU &OHDQLQJ Â‡ 6SDFNOLQJ :DOO 5HVWRUDWLRQ

Place your ad today Call 631.751.7663 or 631.331.1154

7YVTW[ Â‹ 9LSPHISL Â‹ 7YVMLZZPVUHS Â‹ 3PJLUZLK 0UZ\YLK -YLL ,Z[PTH[LZ Â‹ 6^ULY 6WLYH[LK

OCTOBER 17, 2019 â€˘ TIMES OF SMITHTOWN â€˘ PAGE A19

HOME SERV ICES

DECKS ONLYÂŽ

BUILDERS & DESIGNERS OF OUTDOOR LIVING BY NORTHERN CONSTRUCTION OF LI INC.

Licensed/Insured

FREE ESTIMATES

0\ &HOO p

OVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE

Lic/Ins #55301-H

OWNER OPERATED

ÂŠ105216

FALL IS HERE! ~Advertise Your Seasonal Services~

Firewood & Chimney Work â€˘ Home Improvement Painting & Siding â€˘ Furniture Restoration â€˘ Heating & Plumbing, etc.

Call Our Classifieds Advertising Department

631-331â€“1154 or 631-751â€“7663 Special Rates NOW Available!

homesteadwildlifesolutions.com â€˘ hmstdwildlife@optonline.net Since 1995 Family Owned & Operated

CALL OR TEXT

,Q +RPH 6HUYLFH +DQG\ +RZDUG

96360

DANIEL WAFER â€˘ CALL OR TEXT 631-295-6186 NYS#2852

ÂŠ104562

Sealing all access points so they canâ€™t get back in 2-Year Service Guarantee

-RVHSK %RQYHQWUH &RQVWUXFWLRQ Roofing â€˘ Siding â€˘ Windows Decks â€˘ Repairs QUALITY WORK GUARANTEED

ÂŠ101798

ÂŠ84003

All Wildlife

Raccoons â€˘ Squirrels â€˘ Rats & Mice â€˘ Opossums â€˘ Groundhogs

ÂŠ102164

HOMESTEAD WILDLIFE SOLUTIONS

Humane Trapping & Rodent Prevention

PAGE A

3(47: -0?,+

~ GARDEN ROOMS, FOCAL POINT GARDENS DESIGNED AND MAINTAINED JUST FOR YOU ~ ~ CREATE A â€œSPLASHâ€? OF COLOR WITH PERENNIALS ~ ~ PATIO POTS ~

MARSHA BURGER 631.689.8140 â€˘ Cell 516.314.1489 marshaburger31@yahoo.com

Place your ad today Call 631.751.7663 or 631.331.1154

5 $ 1 ' $ / / % 5 2 7 + ( 56 7 5( ( 6 ( 5 9, & (

105 Broadway Greenlawn 631.651.8478 www.DecksOnly.com

DEER PROBLEM? WE CAN HELP. Specializing in all phases of fencing: Wood â€˘ PVC â€˘ Chain Link â€˘ Stockade

â€˘ Free In-House 3D Design â€˘ Financing Available

OVER 40 YEARS EXPERIENCE

3ODQWLQJ Â‡ 3UXQLQJ Â‡ 5HPRYDOV Â‡ 6WXPS *ULQGLQJ

)UHH (VWLPDWHV

Custom Built â€“ Decks â€˘ Patios/Hardscapes Pergolas â€˘ Outdoor Kitchens â€˘ Lighting 40 YEARS EXPERIENCE

ÂŠ90878

83839

FREE ESTIMATES COMMERCIAL/ RESIDENTIAL

70 Jayne Blvd., Port Jeff Station (631) 743-9797

REFERENCES AVAILABLE

Siding & Windows Porches & Decks Aging in Place Remodeling Custom Carpentry: Built-ins, Pantries, and More

www.clovisoutdoor.com â€˘ clovisoutdoors@gmail.com

:DOO 6WRQH 0RVV 5RFN 'LYH 5RFN 6WHSSLQJVWRQHV %RXOGHUV *UDYHO 6DOW 6DQG 5RFN 6DOW 'HFRUDWLYH 6WRQH %ORFN 3RUWODQG 0RUWDU 1HZ DQG 8VHG &REEOHVWRQHV 55 7LHV )HUWLOL]HU 3LSH 'UDLQDJH 6WRQH DQG 6XSSOLHV %XUODS *UDVV 6HHG DQG 7RROV

&RPVHZRJXH 5RDG 6XLWH (DVW 6HWDXNHW

100651

Licensed H-22336 and fully insured

â€˘ Expert Tree Removal and Pruning â€˘ Landscape Design and Maintenance â€˘ Plant Healthcare â€˘ Edible Gardens â€˘ Exterior Lighting

7RSVRLO 0XOFK &RPSRVW

)LQH 6DQG 3DYHU 6DQG &RQFUHWH 6DQG

ÂŠ95891

ÂŠ93582

Full Service contractor â€“ complete jobs from start to finish

0 $ 7 ( 5 , $ / 6 & 2 5 3

We Represent a Green Approach For the Discerning Property Owner or Management Firm

longhill7511764@aol.com All Phases of Home Improvement Old & Historic Home Restorations Extensions & Dormers Kitchens & Baths

)XOO\ ,QVXUHG /,& + ) OO , G /,& +

New Location

ÂŠ105004

Now offering 12 month interest-free financing

(3rd party)

PAGE A20 â€˘ TIMES OF SMITHTOWN â€˘ OCTOBER 17, 2019

HOME SERV ICES É°É‰Č?É‘ÉœÉ• $Č˝ PÉ‘Č?Č? Ç¸É‘Č? ŃĽ 0Ç¸Č˝Č‡É•ČƒÇ¸É‰Č¨Č˝Č?

Serving Suffolk County for 25 Years Specializing in:

Tad Kresofski @

Ç¨ÇĽÇŁČśÇĽÇ¨Ç¨ČśÇŚÇ¨Ç¨Ç¨ Lic.# 47106-H & Insured

VOTED #

ÂŠ104914

Licensed & Insured

5&-

ANY TREE OR LANDSCAPE SERVICES

From Your Attic To Your Basement

SERVING ALL OF SUFFOLK COUNTY

All Phases of Home Improvement K I TC H E N S â€˘ B AT H R O O M S â€˘ D O O R S â€˘ W I N D O W S â€˘ T I L E â€˘ F LO O R I N G

FAST EMERGENCY SERVICES 4.7Â?

, .

C U S TO M F I N I S H E D C A R P E N T R Y & M O L D I N G

+ 7 Ĺž4

NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL

ÂŠ104376

-Âˆ`ÂˆÂ˜}] iVÂŽĂƒ] *>ĂŒÂˆÂœĂƒ] iÂ˜ViĂƒ

& , Â?i>Â˜ÂˆÂ˜}] -ĂŒ>ÂˆÂ˜ÂˆÂ˜}] ,iÂŤ>ÂˆĂ€Ăƒ 3 ) Â?i>Â˜ÂˆÂ˜}] i>v Ă•>Ă€`Ăƒ] ,iÂŤ>ÂˆĂ€Ăƒ

www.rcjconstruction.com

RANKED #1 IN BOTH CUSTOMER SERVICE & CUSTOMER REVIEWS

(631) 580-4518

TREE TRIMMING â€˘ TREE REMOVAL â€˘ TREE MAINTENANCE â€˘ LANDSCAPE DESIGN & SOD

PLANT & SHRUB DESIGN & INSTALLATION

ÂŠ96703

ENGLISH SPEAKING CREWS

Âœ *Ă€iĂƒĂƒĂ•Ă€i] ->vi Âœ>Â“ *Ă€ÂœViĂƒĂƒ ,iÂ“ÂœĂ›>Â? Âœv LÂ?>VÂŽĂ‰}Ă€iiÂ˜ >Â?}>i ĂƒĂŒ>ÂˆÂ˜Ăƒ] Â“ÂœĂƒĂƒ >Â˜` Â?ÂˆVÂ…iÂ˜

Specializing in Finished Basements

Residential & Commercial Jobs Welcome â€˘ Licensed & Overly Insured

HFRSURGUDLQDJH FRP

#:0#,"/, .$#6*"*3 4+#."6$"404

CO N S T R U C T I O N

Some Restrictions May Apply â€˘ Coupon Not To Be Combined

NEW SMALL BUSINESS BY RESIDENTIAL CONTRACTORS ASSOC.

ÂŠ104965

ÂŠ104031

Free Estimates Always

TREE & LANDSCAPE CARE 10% OFF

E4 . $"E j >C;EC@=ED;B> *Â°"Â° ÂœĂ? ÂŁxÂŁ] ->ÂˆÂ˜ĂŒ >Â“iĂƒ] 9

COMMERCIAL/RESIDENTIAL â€˘ LIC./INS | OWNER OPERATED

ÂˆViÂ˜Ăƒi` E Ă•Â?Â?Ăž Â˜ĂƒĂ•Ă€i`

ÂŠ94641

ISLAND HARBOR HOME REMODELING 6W_ 1[ ) /WWL <QUM <W ,W *I[MUMV\[

THREE VILLAGE HOME IMPROVEMENT

Serving the community for over 30 years

All Phases of Home Remodeling

â€˘ Kitchens & Baths â€˘ Ceramic Tile â€˘ Hardwood Flooring â€˘ Windows & Doors â€˘ Interior Finish Trim â€˘ Interior/Exterior Painting â€˘ Composite Decking â€˘ Wood Shingles

OVER 40 Specializing in YEARS Kitchens & Bathrooms EXPERIENCE

POWER WASHING

OWNER ALWAYS ON THE JOB

631.972.7082

ÂŠ99351

Â˛ Â˛

â€˘ French Drains â€˘ â€˘ Drywells â€˘ â€˘ Foundation Drainage & Grading â€˘ â€˘ Basement Waterproofing â€˘

Kitchens Baths Basements

631.235.0897 â€˘ 631.928.4070 eastwoodli.com

5LFK %HUHVIRUG

FREE CONSULTATIONS

A Cheyenne Company

Ornamental Pruning Storm Damage Prevention Deadwood Removal Crown Thinning Organic Tree/Shrub Spraying/Fertilizing Natural Stone Walls & Walkways Waterfall/Garden Designs Sod Installations

631-619-7222

PAGE B

ÂšN/ Â¤~~q Â¤/s~Ă— Âš~Â¤ÂŹ

Eastwood Tree & Landscaping, Inc.

BBB Rating A+

Place your ad today Call 631.751.7663 or 631.331.1154

89810

Lic./Ins.

Leave message

ÂŠ105209

OCTOBER 17, 2019 • TIMES OF SMITHTOWN • PAGE A21

R E A L ESTATE

MT. SINAI Elegant Built Home, 5 BR, 3.5 Bath, Colonial. Separate Apt. Many Upgrades. Bring All Offers. Strathmore East 631-698-3400

Mini Farm - 16 acres only $49,900. Perfect homestead property, Raise crops/animals on this fantastic land bargain. Views/southern exposure excellent for orchard, 45 min. Albany. Financing 802-447-0779

SOUND BEACH 1 small bedroom apartment with large LR, Full kitchen, ground level, steps to private beach, low utilities. No smoking/pets, credit/reference checks, $1100. 631-804-8454

CONSIDERING BUYING, SELLING OR RENTING A HOME? I have helped clients for the past 20 YEARS. I can help you too. Give me a call. Douglas Elliman Real Estate Charlie Pezzolla Associate Broker 631-476-6278

Classifieds Online

Redecorating? Kids Growing Up?

Exercise Equipment Taking Up Space?

Make $$ and Room

By Selling Your Used Merchandise

44 • 4 Weeks • 20 Words

Call Classifieds @

at tbrnewsmedia.com

TIMES BEACON RECORD NEWSPAPERS 631–331–1154 or 631–751–7663

COMMERCI A L PROPERT Y 6 6(7$8.(7

$ 6(7$8.(7

SETAUKET

Commercial Condominium Office Space For Rent/Sale.

Rt. 347 Office Space

High visibility office for rent on 25A in charming stand alone professional office building. Excellent road signage. 650 sq. ft. Private entrance, 2 private bathrooms, private A/C and heating controls. Light and bright. Ample parking. Previous tenants included an atty, an accountant & a software developer.

•

SINGLE $189.00 4 wks + 1 FREE DOUBLE $277.00 4 wks + 1 FREE DEADLINE: TUESDAY NOON FOR THURSDAY’S PAPER.

/$1'/25'

Sandi Bellucci Realty Connect USA cell # 516.769.8289

ADS

COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL • PROFESSIONAL PROPERTY •

Perfect for medical, attorney, accountant or professional. Includes 3 private offices, waiting, reception area, 1 bath & storage room. Call for details. ©105222

&DOO

2 suites available. 1200 sq. ft and 1500 sq. ft. Medical or general office. Excellent visibility & parking. Heat with private controls included in rent. Plenty of windows and light.

Place your ad today Call 631.751.7663 or 631.331.1154

CALL 631-751-7663 • 631-331-1154

or Selling Commercial/Professional Property? Are You... Leasing,ThisRenting is a prime opportunity to reach your target audience both principals & brokers ©101873

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY • YARD SPACE • LAND/LOTS FOR SALE • OFFICES FOR RENT/SHARE • PREFAB BUILDINGS PROFESSIONAL PROPERTIES • RETAIL SPACE • STORAGE SPACE • WAREHOUSE SPACE For more information or to reserve space, call 631.751.7663 or 631.331.1154 TOWN HALL

HARMACY

CAFE

GROCERY

TOWN HALL

HEALTH MARKET

TOYS

REAL ESTATE

CAFE

Shoes

Boutique

ART

PHARMACY

CAFE

GROCERY

MARKET

CORAM BRETTON WOODS CONDO Lovely 2/2 upper Lamont unit in active, gated community. Swim year round, clubhouse, golf/tennis, restaurant and more. Only $225,000. CALL LUANN, ATA REALTY CELL: 631-903-5812

Rentals

PUBLISHERS’ NOTICE All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.” We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

Real Estate Services

Houses For Sale

Commercial Property/ Yard Space

Place your ad today Call 631.751.7663 or 631.331.1154

PAGE A22 • TIMES OF SMITHTOWN • OCTOBER 17, 2019

Opinion

Editorial Tale of two methods

It may be difficult sometimes for news consumers to decipher between a news article written by a journalist and a press release composed by a public relations practitioner, especially when the number of the latter outnumbers the former. In an era of websites and social media, press releases are plentiful and can be easily shared. So, readers should take heed. No offense to those in the public relations field. These are the people who play a valuable role in working with journalists to alert them about interesting stories in their coverage areas and connect them with important people. However, during times when newsrooms are short-staffed and websites make it easier to post items, many times press releases may appear as articles, though they adopt a public relations position that aims to promote rather than inform. For many news outlets, the luxury of using a press release as only a starting point and digging in deeper with their own reporting has become more and more difficult. And with one quick posting, a story presented by a PR person is shared as news. When it comes to some short pieces — say about an upcoming career fair, what’s going on at the local library or what awards students or people have won — sharing a short press release isn’t a bad idea. When applicable and appropriate, these pieces can be a valuable tool, because journalists can’t be everywhere. But when it comes to articles that take on controversial subjects, such as where taxpayer money goes, or where an elected official or political candidate stands, it would be wiser to look for the pieces written by a bona fide journalist. Why? Simply because a press release is written to present the stance of a person or institution, usually from a positive point of view. News articles written by journalists look to represent the various sides of an issue, and when it comes to hot button topics, to find the information that wasn’t revealed. This information is also vetted and double-checked. It’s important for readers to pay attention to what they are reading. When it comes to contentious events, does the article include all sides? Does it cite documentation that verifies the stated facts? Does it show different points of view and include the names of people who chose not to comment? Be sure to look for multiple points of view from credible, authoritative people with firsthand knowledge of a situation, such as an eyewitness or an expert. It can be difficult at times. There are those contacts who are inaccessible — some even hiding behind their public relations staff — and with short-staffed newsrooms, a well-written press release can be a big help. But when it comes to articles about contentious topics and important matters, make sure that article you’re about to quote at the dinner table or party or share on social media has been carefully constructed by someone who attends the meetings, makes the phone calls and asks the important questions. Sharpen your skills when it comes to interpreting information. The skill is essential at a point in time when the ways of democracy are being challenged.

Letters … We welcome your letters. They should be no longer than 400 words and may be edited for length, libel, style and good taste. We do not publish anonymous letters. Please include a phone number and address for confirmation. Email letters to donna@tbrnewsmedia.com or mail them to The Times of Smithtown, P.O. Box 707, Setauket, NY 11733.

Letters to the editor More Guns Mean More Gun Violence

A recent letter appearing in this newspaper [“Don’t hold your breath,” Oct. 10] trots out all the usual suspects behind the appalling level of gun violence in our country. First a few facts, since facts do matter. Americans makes up less than 5 percent of the world population, but own 42 percent of the world’s guns. Worldwide, 31 percent of the perpetrators of mass shootings were Americans. The only country — with a population more than 10 million — with a higher rate of mass shootings than the United States is Yemen, which incidentally is second to the U.S. in the rate of gun ownership per capita. Yemen, of course, is in the throes of a bloody civil war. The U.S. has a far, far higher rate of homicide by firearm than any other advanced industrial country, and it has the highest rate of suicide by firearm of any country in the world releasing statistics. But instead of placing the blame for out-of-control gun violence in the U.S. on lax regulation of firearms, where it belongs, the two writers blame everything but. Mental illness, video games, violence

on TV and movies, even marijuana are blamed. There’s a very basic problem with this logic though. Are the writers suggesting that Americans have more mental illness than citizens of other countries? How else to account for the gross disparity in gun violence between the U.S. and elsewhere if this isn’t the case? Speaking of mental health, the writers advocate armed guards, metal detectors, locked doors and police officers for our schools. How does all that effect the mental health of our children? If video games were the problem, we’d expect mass shootings to be common in Japan or South Korea, both of which spend more per capita on them than the U.S. There’s little hard evidence violence on TV, movies or video games, or the use of marijuana is a factor in gun violence. Curiously, the writers don’t consider alcohol as a suspect. Predictably, the writers cite the Second Amendment. They say it was put in place “to give citizens the right to fight back against a tyrannical government.” Which in 1787 might have made sense, since the greatest infantry in the world was armed

ISIS Prisoners Escaping Our president has blood on his hands! More than 10,000 Kurdish fighters have lost their lives fighting beside us to destroy ISIS in Syria. Now more of our former allies are dying in their fight with the Turks because President Donald Trump [R]

has withdrawn our support. How can our allies around the world have faith in our commitments after we abruptly ended our support of the Syrian Kurds. As they turn north to face the Turkish invasion, hundreds of ISIS prisoners are escaping and more will doubtless

with muzzle-loading muskets. Are the writers suggesting that the American public needs to be armed so it can fight today’s American military on equal terms? I for one cannot stand seeing more lives needlessly lost to preserve this dangerous fantasy that owning weapons of war protects us against some unspecified “tyranny.” If we lose our freedoms it will be with a whimper, not a bang, like when enough Americans condone a strongman president who ignores the constitutional order and tries to set himself up as above the law. One more thing: The writers completely missed my point about the passage of the 19th Amendment. The Democratic and Republican parties of today no more resemble the parties of a hundred years ago than a Ford Explorer resembles a Model T. The resistance to women’s suffrage came from the South. Using party labels without historical context is a great way to mislead, if one takes events from a hundred years ago to make a political point about the parties of today. David Friedman St. James

follow. Trump’s impulsive decision to pull out our forces boggles the mind. More talking and less bluster in our dealings with our Turkish NATO allies might have led to a less bloody result. Larry Hohler Port Jefferson

Collection for Veterans Our office would like to invite residents to join us in supporting the joint clothing drive that Smithtown Post 833 of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreighn War Post 10870 are currently coordinating. The drive, which is in cooperation with AARP Volunteers and United Veterans Beacon House, will help provide supplies to veterans in our region. The organizations are asking members of our community to

donate new and/or gently used clothing and bedding. All items collected will be provided to homeless veterans currently residing in United Veterans Beacon House shelters and facilities. Items can be donated at a collection bin at the American Legion Post at 51 Juniper Avenue, Smithtown. Additionally, to help make it more convenient for residents to donate, our office is serving as a drop-off

location. Any resident who would like to donate items for the veterans can visit our office, which is located at 260 Middle Country Road, Smithtown, during normal business hours. The drive is continuing through October and we hope that everyone who is able to help will join this important effort. State Sen. John Flanagan 2nd Senate District

The opinions of columnists and letter writers are their own. They do not speak for the newspaper.

OCTOBER 17, 2019 • TIMES OF SMITHTOWN • PAGE A23 A lovely pumpkin display on Mount Sinai-Coram Road in Mount Sinai celebrates the colors of fall. Photo by Gerard Romano

Opinion

Looking to Google Results for Presidential Buzz

like to play Google games, just to see how many results I can get on certain search terms. I know I’ve come up with something incredibly specific when the list is 100 or fewer. Now, to play my game, I sometimes use quotes to increase the specificity of a particular search. For example, I might be interested in hamburgers or “hamburger helper.” The former brought up D. None 481 million in a recent search and the of the above latter, as you might BY DANIEL DUNAIEF have guessed, was much lower, at 1.3 million. Please know that the figures I am quoting are never static.

Given the highly public nature of the 45th president, Donald Trump (R), I thought I’d check to see how a man who was once a TV personality did on Google. And, from what I can tell, he is winning the search war. The words “Donald Trump” netted 520 million results. For someone who appears to enjoy the spotlight, even when people are raging against him, that number is impressive. That’s well above the 141 million for Mickey Mouse and the 60 million for our ﬁrst president, George Washington. Granted, he has been dead for almost 220 years and Mickey is an animated creature. It is, however, below the 633 million for Brexit. OK, so let’s compare Trump to, say, the 44th president. While President Barack Obama (D) did better than Washington, he didn’t climb as high as Mickey, getting 109 million results. He was, however, twice as popular in the search engine as his immediate predecessor, President George W. Bush, whose name, complete with the “W.,” brought 54.6 million hits. Ah, but then “Dubya,” as he was called, was higher than President Bill Clinton (D), who netted only 33.8 million results.

TIMES BEACON RECORD NEWS MEDIA We welcome letters, photographs, comments and story ideas. Send your items to P.O. Box 707, Setauket, NY 11733 or email donna@tbrnewsmedia.com. Times Beacon Record Newspapers are published every Thursday. Subscription $49/year • 631-751-7744 www.tbrnewsmedia.com • Contents copyright 2019

So, what does this mean? Maybe it suggests that presidents are on a Google escalator and that the modern reality is that the internet has become the way people search for news about the men who have led our country. The 2020 winner likely stands to become an internet search winner, too. Assuming that the Google popularity contest is relevant, what does it say about the Democratic presidential candidates? Well, a front-runner and former Vice President Joe Biden brought 107 million results. As an aside, that’s well above the 37.5 million results from the person who holds the ofﬁce of vice president today, Mike Pence (R). Back to the Democratic candidates. Elizabeth Warren stands at 47.1 million. That beats Pence, but she’s not running for vice president, at least not yet. Whoops, bad Dan. Bernie Sanders, who ran an impressive campaign in 2016, brings up 70.2 million results, which is much higher than Warren, despite her impressive political career. Kamala Harris has 18.5 million results, with others, like Cory Booker, at 5.6 million. But, wait, is this a popularity contest? Well, yes and no, right? These candidates need

EDITOR AND PUBLISHER Leah S. Dunaief GENERAL MANAGER Johness Kuisel MANAGING EDITOR Kyle Barr EDITOR Donna Deedy

LEISURE EDITOR Heidi Sutton ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Kathryn Mandracchia ART AND PRODUCTION DIRECTOR Beth Heller Mason

sufficient visibility to attract votes. People also need to be interested in them, right? Does former Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton’s 90.9 million results mean she’s more visible than some of the people running for president? No, it’s a reflection of her close run for the highest office in the land in 2016. That is pretty impressive for someone who wasn’t elected, but is well below singer Taylor Swift’s 415 million. Perhaps the president in 2020, whether it be the incumbent or a challenger, will immediately see a spike in results, as people around the world type in his or her name each day to find the latest news related to the country and to his or her policies. As an aside, I couldn’t help wondering how often the current president mocks someone or something. The term “Trump mocks” brought up 747,000 results. By comparison, “Biden mocks” only had 14,700 results. Then again, “Trump applauds” had 82,500 results, compared with “Biden applauds,” which had 3,090. No wonder Trump fatigue has set in for some people: He’s everywhere on the internet.

INTERNET STRATEGY DIRECTOR Rob Alfano CLASSIFIEDS DIRECTOR Ellen Segal BUSINESS MANAGER Sandi Gross

CREDIT MANAGER Diane Wattecamps CIRCULATION MANAGER Courtney Biondo

PAGE A24 • TIMES OF SMITHTOWN • OCTOBER 17, 2019

Less pain. Happiness to gain.

Call (631) 203-9232 or visit Northwell.edu/HuntingtonJoint

Ranked one of the nation’s Best Hospitals for orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report, we’re recognized for high performance in hip replacements. We offer same-day, night and weekend appointments, and our skilled surgeons, award-winning nurses and dedicated specialists work together to provide the most advanced orthopedic care.

162784

At Huntington Hospital, we deliver world-class orthopedic care at one convenient location, so you can get back to the things—and people— you love the most.

Northwell_HH Ortho_10.375x10.25_4C_Creative A_Joint Size: 10.375x10.25”, 4C