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Women of Distinction Honored
By Robert Chartuk Six women who have set themselves apart through their service to the community were honored last week as Women of Distinction by local officials in a special ceremony attended by their families and friends. “It was quite a moving experience when we listed the accomplishments of each of these women and got a full grasp of how much they have contributed to their communities,” said Assemblyman Joe DeStefano, who organized the annual event at the SSG. Keith Bishop VFW Post in Medford. “They deserve every accolade we can give them and much, much more.” The accomplishments of the Women of Distinction were also recognized by Senator Dean Murray, Legislator Dominick Thorne, and Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine, who gave them official certificates of recognition. “Our town is fortunate to have such dedicated and hardworking individuals who live each and every day with the single mission of helping others,” Romaine said. “Our heartfelt thanks to the Women of Distinction for all that they do,” DeStefano said in honoring Samantha Morales, Beth Wahl, Cathy Ann LoSchiavo, Talia Maria Mochi-Cliffe, Debbie Loesch, and Sheila Skidmore.
Samantha Morales
Samantha started the non-profit Branches Long Island in 2019 to help local residents in need and, within six months, opened an outreach center in Middle Island. Her community center focuses on education and advocacy programs, including afterschool care, helping moms with budgeting, nutrition assistance, and help with applying for social services. They have a food pantry and distribute weekly blessing boxes with necessities for families in crisis. Samantha is passionate about helping families, especially children, break the cycle of poverty and violence that keeps getting passed down through generations. She also works as a veterinary technician, volunteering with Jacob’s Hope Rescue and fostering animals. She received the Empire State Award from Senator Anthony Palumbo, has been featured in Faces of Long Island, and has been a keynote speaker at Stony Brook University, Brentwood Middle
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Beth Wahl
Beth began volunteering when her children were in school, becoming active in the PTO and serving as president of the PTSO for William Floyd High School. She was on the first Shared Decision Making Team and helped create the training manual for future members. Beth has been president of the William Floyd Community Summit since 1998 and served as president of the Chamber of Commerce of the Mastics and Shirley from 2014 to 2023, as well as secretary of the Atlantic Community Activity Center. Her record of achievement includes commissioner for the Mastic Ambulance District for several years and member of Brookhaven’s Airport Advisory Committee and the TriHamlet Community Day Committee. Beth was part of Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s NY Rising Community Reconstruction Program Task Force, the Rita Rech Memorial William Floyd History Museum, the Military Enlistee Recognition Committee, and the Career and Technical Advisory Board of William Floyd High School. After Super Storm Sandy swept through the area, Beth served on the Relief Committee. She was also the Shirley representative for the Town of Brookhaven’s Caithness Committee, which allowed the town to obtain funds for the purchase of a van for Colonial Youth, pagers for the Shirley Ambulance Company, items for after school programs, and the creation of the William Floyd Armed Forces Memorial. Beth was chosen as the 2013 Grand Marshal of the Christmas Parade and was honored as the 2016 Woman of the Year by the Rotary Club of Shirley and the Mastics.
Cathy Ann LoSchiavo
A Patchogue-Medford High School grad who is a lifelong resident of Medford, Cathy became the district’s youngest certified teacher at 20 years old when she was hired at Eagle Elementary School. She received her Bachelor of Science in Education and a Master’s Degree from Dowling College and retired from full-time teaching in 2012 to help care for her ill mother, returning later as a substitute teacher. She hosts an online and in-person children’s art class at the Patchogue-Medford Library called “Miss Cathy’s Crafty Creations” and
has a passion for singing and currently takes vocal lessons. Cathy truly embodies the spirit of volunteerism and has been given the nickname “Miss Community.” Some of her volunteer efforts include organizing the 2021 and 2022 Medford Holiday Parade, which led to her being named Miss Christmas in 2021, organizing the Medford Chamber of Commerce Spring Festival and Fashion Show, and organizing fundraisers to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, St. Sylvester’s Knights of Columbus, St. Sylvester’s Columbiettes, Medford Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion Medford Post, and the Medford Chamber of Commerce. She’s also a Medford Chamber of Commerce board member, Medford Chamber Sunshine Committee chairperson, Medford Chamber Fundraising Committee chairperson, Medford Columbiettes vice president, Patchogue-Medford Friends of Art and Music Education (FAME) member, Patchogue-Medford Special Education Parent Teacher Association Information (SEPTA) Committee member, and a Patchogue-Medford Community Chorus member.
Talia Maria Mochi-Cliffe
Having moved to Medford from the Bronx at age five, Talia graduated from Patchogue-Medford High School and attended SUNY Geneseo and New Paltz, where she received her Bachelor of Arts in Art Education. She further received her Master of Science from the New York Institute of Technology. She began as a teaching substitute in Sachem/ Patchogue-Medford, spent time as an MV-Sport graphic artist, taught advertising art and design at NHB Ward Technical Center, Milliken Technical Center, and Brookhaven Technical Center, as well as adult education and a watercolor class at Center Moriches High School. Talia is a valued volunteer with organizations such as SkillsUSA, where she is a lifetime member; the Center Moriches Floatilla, creating the annual Tides charts; the Make-aWish Foundation, making graphics for parades; St. Baldrick’s Foundation, as a Crusader of the Cure; the New York Blood Center, serving as a school event coordinator; Community Cleanups in Bellport; St. Sylvester’s Church, as a Catechist and Minister of Communion; the Carol Baldwin Cancer Center, making wig stands for outpatients; Head Start Patchogue’s
Photo Credit: Robert Chartuk Women of Distinction Honored by local officials in a special ceremony attended by family and friends. From left are Legislator Dominick Thorne, Patricia Peterson (representing honoree Donna Loesch), Beth Wahl, Cathy Ann LoSchiavo, Talia Maria Mochi-Cliffe, Sheila Skidmore, Samantha Morales, and Assemblyman Joe DeStefano.
mural artist and a Wounded Warrior fundraiser. She has received a number of distinguished awards and achievements, including the Military Order of the Purple Heart Special Recognition Award in 2019, the Chapel of Four Chaplains Legion of Honor Award in 2019, the Outstanding Achievement Award in 2011, 2016 and 2017, the Eastern Suffolk BOCES Teacher of the Year Award in 2010 and the SkillsUSA New York State Advisor of the Year for 2017. Talia also supports the East End Arts Council and the Longhouse Reserve.
Debbie Loesch
Debbie founded the thrift store Angels of Long Island in 2015, which began as a small Facebook group to help one family and has evolved from a small social media campaign into two thrift stores, a corporate office, a donation center, and community outreach center, as well as a recycling center serving thousands of community members and families in crisis. In honor of Debbie’s hard work and selfless dedication to helping her community, she has been recognized with a number of awards and achievements, including the Angel Award by the Equity 1st Foundation and the Business of the Month by town Supervisor Ed Romaine in 2018. The town gave her the 2020 Woman of Recognition Award, and she received a Special Commendation for Outstanding Service to the Community by the Office of Women’s Services in Brookhaven. She’s earned the Women in Business Award from the POWER Group, a Certificate of
Merit for community contributions from Legislator Dominick Thorne, and a citation for the Women in Business Award from Assemblyman Jarett Gandolfo. She’s been recognized by Proclamation from the Mayor of Patchogue for her devotion to the community and community service. Debbie was also recognized with the Who’s Who in America Award given by the Marquis Publication.
Sheila Skidmore
Sheila attended Sachem High School and graduated from Farmingdale College, where she studied dentistry and has been a dental hygienist for 26 years. She acquired her EMT certification and has been a volunteer member of the Yaphank Fire Department since 1991. She also volunteers for the Shirley Ambulance and Town of Dolgeville Fire Department in upstate New York, where she has a second home. She served with the Yaphank Juniors Fire Department, and she has been on the Yaphank Fire District Board of Fire Commissioners since 2014. Sheila was honored after saving the life of a motorist involved in a horrific vehicle accident. The driver had hit a brick wall, and Sheila was able to get him out of the vehicle safely before it exploded, saving his life. She’s also received an EMS Award from Herkimer County. In addition to her volunteer activities, Sheila has a number of interesting hobbies and passions, including equestrian shows and spending time training her dogs in agility activities; she is also a beekeeper with hives in both Yaphank and her upstate property.
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House Speaker Race: Is McCarthy Still the Power Behind the Gavel?
By Jennine Kubik As the gavel awaits its new holder in the House of Representatives, whispers in the marbled halls of Capitol Hill suggest that the strings of power might still be manipulated by an old hand: Kevin McCarthy. As the Republicans grapple with leadership restructuring, the undercurrents hint at a behind-thescenes director. But is McCarthy, the former House Speaker, still the puppet master orchestrating the GOP's power dynamics? Tuesday's multi-round secret ballot threw the spotlight on Rep. Tom Emmer of Minnesota, who clinched the position as the top House Republicans' speaker nominee, as revealed by Rep. Elise Stefanik. However, beyond the ballots and tallies, the unfolding drama paints a more intricate picture that could very well be influenced by McCarthy's unseen hand. The political puzzle becomes
even more intriguing with the actions of the "New York 3" – Reps. Anthony D'Esposito, Andrew Garbarino, and Nick LaLota. Their collective endorsement of former New York Representative Lee Zeldin for the speaker role certainly raised eyebrows, leading some to wonder if external forces guided their decision. LaLota's conspicuous deviation from backing Jim Jordan for the role and the subsequent backlash he faced further muddied the waters. His public stance against threats and his criteria for supporting a speaker candidate received a surprising nod of support from California Democrat Ted Lieu, who pointed fingers at "Donald Trump and his MAGA enablers" for creating a volatile GOP base. The intricate web of endorsements and fundraisers harks back to McCarthy. Known for his fundraising prowess, McCarthy had previously championed
Early Voting Starts This Weekend
By Robert Chartuk Early voting for town and county elections starts this Saturday, October 28 and continues every day until Sunday, November 5. Voters can also cast their ballots at their regular polling places on Election Day, November 7. For more information on where and when you can vote, go to www. suffolkcountyny.gov/departments/ BOE. This year’s elections include the Suffolk County executive, all 18 county legislators, judges, town supervisors, and council members. Also on the ballot will be highway superintendents and receiver of taxes candidates. Check out next week’s edition of the South Shore Press for a complete candidate roundup and our endorsements. Turning over the candidate ballot, voters will be asked to decide on two propositions: An amendment to the state Constitution that will remove the debt limitation on small city school districts so they will be treated the same as other districts and an amendment to extend for ten years the authority of counties, cities, towns, and villages to remove debt
from their constitutional limits for the construction of sewage facilities. Early voting will take place at the following locations. Times vary, so check the Board of Elections website to make sure your polling place is open. Rose Caracappa Senior Center – 739 NY-25A, Mount Sinai Henrietta Acampora Center – 39 Montauk Highway, Blue Point South Country Ambulance- 420 Station Road, Bellport Robert E Reid Senior Center – Defense Hill Road, Route 25A, Shoreham Brookhaven Town Hall - 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville Mastic Ambulance Company1630 Montauk Highway Manorville Fire Department, 16 Silas Carter Road Board of Elections, 700 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank Nesconset Elementary School -54 Brown’s Road, Nesconset Kings Park High School – 200 East Main Street, Kings Park
qualified" to guide the GOP. His statement showcased his support for McCarthy and sowed seeds of doubt about the actual independence of the leadership selection process. DC insiders have shared their inklings with media outlets like the South Shore Press, suggesting a solid undertone of McCarthy's continuing influence on the GOP's leadership decisions.
candidates in key districts, most notably appearing in LaLota's district during his congressional campaign. Such maneuvers have led many to speculate that McCarthy's influence remains potent, possibly shaping the very dynamics of the
leadership race. Further fueling this speculation, GOP Rep. Doug LaMalfa, a longstanding McCarthy ally, remarked that while several candidates seemed promising, McCarthy remained the "best
As the GOP stands at a crossroads, determining its next leader and, by extension, its future direction, one cannot help but wonder if the strings of power are being pulled from the shadows. If McCarthy is indeed influencing this process, the implications are vast – not just for the Republican Party but for Congress's legislative efficacy and trajectory.
House Republicans Continue Their Self-Destruction, Aided by Long Island Members By Howard Rourke The U.S. House of Representatives finds itself in turmoil as it enters its fourth week without a speaker, a situation precipitated by the ousting of former House Speaker McCarthy by Republicans. This unprecedented power vacuum has left the legislative body paralyzed, unable to address critical issues such as the border, the pending C.R. deadline, and ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Israel. Republicans began the year with a slim 4-seat majority and a fractured caucus. Significant ideological differences exist within the party between legacy establishment members who seek to maintain the status quo and self-declared "MAGA" Republicans who seek significant change on issues such as reigning in spending, limiting U.S. involvement in foreign conflicts, and controlling the Southern border. In January, Kevin McCarthy was elected Speaker of the House after 15 votes, only after providing assurances on how the House would be managed – most notably on the appropriations process and using the debt ceiling as leverage, and to hold single line votes on Conservative priorities like a balanced budget, congressional term limits and a border security plan. Additionally, McCarthy agreed to a change in House rules that would permit just a single member of Congress to initiate a vote to vacate the Speaker. On October 3, that new rule was put into effect after months of failed promises made to the caucus and after McCarthy passed a second C.R. that required significant support from Democrats because of how unpopular the funding plans were with conservatives, most notably on continued unaudited funding of Ukraine and little or no funding for the American Southern
border. For that, Speaker McCarthy was voted out of his position. Selecting a new speaker necessitates a majority vote from present members, and the inability to secure this majority has plunged the House into a state of crisis. Aside from a failure to conduct House business, the political implications of this self-destruction may have damaging effects in 2024 when the Republicans seek to maintain control of the House while regaining the Senate and the White House. Democrats and the media have seized the opportunity to point out how inept and feckless the Republicans appear, with increasing calls from the Democrats for moderate Republicans to work with the Democrats to either elect Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) as Speaker or to form a coalition government. Polls suggest that any move by a majority Republican House to negotiate with Democrats to govern the body would have disastrous effects on elections in 2024. The crisis was nearing an end last week when Jim Jordan (R-OH) seemed to have enough Republican votes to take the Speaker position. Congressman Jordan is known as one of the more conservative members of Congress and has been outspoken on issues such as reducing spending, limiting or auditing aid sent to Ukraine, funding border security, and the weaponization of Justice by the Biden Administration. Jordan is a very popular member amongst Trump voters. In a surprise twist, 15 members ultimately voted against Congressman Jordan, leaving the House without leadership again. Among them were local members Lalota (R-NY) and Garbarino (RNY). Both Lalota and Garbarino's statements suggested that they want
to "curb federal spending without a government shutdown," they would only support a speaker candidate that prioritized "SALT cap relief, 9/11 healthcare funding… and flood insurance legislation." Neither member offered an idea of how to curb federal spending without a government shutdown. It is a widely held view amongst conservatives that the debt limit and the risk of a shutdown without passing a C.R. is the only way to bring Democrats to the table on spending. Late in the week, rumors began to circulate that Kevin McCarthy himself had been working behind the scenes, despite his public support of Jordan, to stymie Jordan's vote with a plan to ultimately take back the Speaker's gavel with the support of some moderate Democrats. Due to Kevin's strong ties to CLF (Congressional Leadership Fund) funding and that entity's prior support of members Lalota and Garbarino, it is speculated that these members helped thwart Jordan as part of that plan. The backlash against this turn of events has been intense. Many Republicans believe that Jordan would be the most effective agent of change in the Speaker's seat, and a coalition government formed with the support of Democrats would be the worst possible outcome for Republicans. Congressman Lalota has publicly stated that he has received death threats because he voted against Jordan. On Tuesday at 4:45 pm, Emmer's decision to withdraw from the race added even more chaos to the situation, as he had been the leading candidate for Speaker of the House at this time of this story. Republicans are desperate to put this embarrassing saga behind them and return to the people's business with as little political damage done as possible.
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Human Trafficking Workshop Opens Eyes to Growing Problem them," he said. "There are many services out there; doing nothing is worse. We need to pull them from the wreckage and help them rebuild their lives."
By Robert Chartuk It's happening all around us, and a group of crime victim advocates, legislators, and concerned residents are fighting back against the growing problem of human trafficking and the global crime of exploitation. They came together at the YMCA in Patchogue and pledged to get the public involved in protecting their friends and neighbors, and let them know help is available. State Senator Dean Murray and Suffolk Legislator Dominick Thorne organized the workshop, which featured the Crime Victims Center's new presentation, "Human Trafficking: Look Beneath the Surface." "Human Trafficking is a global crime of exploitation," Senator Murray said. "It is when a person uses force, fraud, or coercion to exploit the labor or services of another person. The human traffickers prey upon people of all ages, backgrounds, and nationalities for their own profit." Victims include women forced into the sex trade, domestic employees, farm laborers, family members, and people internationally, including convicts and children, pressed into military service. According to the U.S. Department of State, there are an estimated 27.6 million victims of human trafficking worldwide at any given time. "Unfortunately, this crime is happening in our own backyard," Legislator Thorne said. "We organized this workshop to shed light on this horrific crime and offer our communities ways to identify
Photo Credit: Robert Chartuk Focusing attention on the problem of human trafficking at a recent Patchogue workshop were, from left, Legislator Dominick Thorne, Jennifer Capezza, the associate director of LI Against Domestic Violence, Elizabeth Dysart, the CVC’s Prevention College Coordinator, Senator Dean Murray, and CVC Prevention Program Manager Amanda Jesser-Pena
such acts and steps to help prevent this crime from happening right here at home." The workshop referenced a recent film, “The Sound of Freedom,” which exposed a global child trafficking network, exacerbated by the open U.S. southern border. The movie, which was ignored by Hollywood and the mainstream media because it took Washington policies to task, was a huge underground success grossing more than $184 million as viewers took great interest in the issue. The problem is expected to get worse as migrants continue to flood into the country with limited job prospects and means to legally support themselves. Speaking at the workshop was Jennifer Capezza, the associate director of LI Against Domestic Violence, who keyed in on the signs friends and family should look for in detecting a problem, including changes in behavior, withdrawal from everyday activities, and indications of physical abuse. "Forty years ago,
we never would have had this conversation," Capezza said. "The state senator and the county legislator would not have been here. But now we're bringing it out into the open," she said, noting that her organization's 24-hour hotline, (631) 666-8833, has the ability to field calls in 144 languages. "Many people recognize human trafficking as a problem, but they think it's a problem that happens 'somewhere else.' That's simply not true; it's a horrific problem that's happening more and more in communities all across Long Island," Murray said. "That's why it's imperative that we educate people on what to look for and what to do to protect their loved ones." To help raise awareness, Thorne said the county is creating a program to train EMTs and other emergency service workers to recognize the signs of abuse and know what steps to take to assist potential victims. "We need to make sure people know someone is out there to help
Presenting the workshop was Elizabeth Dysart, the Crime Victim Center's Prevention College Coordinator, who pointed out that most cases of abuse involve people who know each other, with 80% of intimate partner victims being female. However, only about 48% of violent victimizations are reported to police. Joining her was Amanda Jesser-Pena, the CVC’s Prevention Program Manager, who noted that teams of advocates at the center are available to help. According to a recent report from state Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli, the number of domestic violence victims in New York has increased by 8.7% over the last few years. "With increased numbers of victims, it's important to know how to get help and how to identify signs of trouble. State and local agencies also must redouble their efforts to make seeking help and receiving services as easy as possible for victims," DiNapoli said. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Residents are encouraged to keep an eye open to the problem and step in to help people who may be victims of human trafficking and the resulting violence that can come from it. For more information, visit www.parentsformeganslaw. org or www.liadv.org. Other services can be found at www. suffolkcountyny.gov.
Jake's 58 Back Up After Cybersecurity Event company "acted swiftly to mitigate any impact and continues to work with the New York State Gaming Commission to investigate, contain and remedy the interruption. Everi has deployed independent expert cybersecurity consultants to conduct a complete forensic analysis of the event."
By Robert Chartuk A "cybersecurity event" at the company that operates the betting terminals at Jake's 58 led to a three-day shutdown of the Islandia casino. "Suffolk OTB is incredibly pleased to announce that Jake's 58 Casino Hotel is open for business," reported Phil Boyle, president and CEO of Suffolk Off Track Betting, which operates the facility. "We welcome back our customers and wish everyone the Best of Luck at the machines." With the casino bringing in about $700,000 daily, even a single day will cost the state Department of Education and the other entities that derive funds from the public benefit corporation. The casino currently has 1,000 video lottery terminals and electronic table games and is looking to double that amount with a new 110,000-square-foot expansion slated to begin later this year.
The computer security issue was reported back to the upstate office of Everi Games, Inc., the Las Vegas-based company that runs Jake's terminals, which are leased from the state Gaming Commission. According to commission spokesman Brad Maione, Everi Games "experienced a cybersecurity
event that remains under investigation." He noted that the commission has no indication that personal identifiable information was compromised, but customers are urged to monitor their accounts. When the terminals were found to be inoperable, Everi spokesman Rich Land said the
The issue also caused a shutdown at the Resorts World Hudson Valley casino in Newburgh, which is also back in operation. Casinos in Las Vegas were recently the targets of a massive attack by members of a group the cybersecurity industry refers to as "Scattered Spider." One casino operator, Caesars, paid out a ransom worth $15 million to a cybercrime group to have their systems unlocked by the hackers. A September 2022 attack on Suffolk County's network led to a months-long shutdown costing taxpayers millions after county Executive Steve Bellone refused to pay a multi-million dollar ransom demand.
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Rally to Block Natural Gas Ban
By Robert Chartuk Rallying around the mantra, "We Need a Plan, Not a Ban," officials from across Long Island joined natural gas industry experts, labor leaders, and residents to support a lawsuit seeking to block Gov. Kathy Hochul from carrying out a ban on gas for residential and commercial use. Eliminating all energy options except electricity will have catastrophic financial repercussions on state residents, the group predicted. "My family has worked for over a century to deliver, install, and service propane equipment," said Rick Cummings of the Mulhern Gas Company, the lead plaintiff in the case. "We have worked in blizzards, heatwaves, and tropical storms. Now, we have no idea what the future holds." He called for a "smooth transition that does not unnecessarily raise costs and impose burdens on families." Representatives of the other entities joining the suit energized the 200-plus crowd at the state office building in Hauppauge in making their case against rushing into a gas ban without a plan to address the impact it will have on their industries and the public at large. Implementing one of the most restrictive green energy laws in the nation, the governor plans to ban the purchase of new gas stoves, as well as heating and cooling equipment, starting in December 2025. The suit asserts that the ban is preempted by the federal Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA). Co-signers on the suit include the Plumbing Contractors Association of Long Island, National Association of Home Builders, New York State Builders Association, National Propane Gas Association, New York Propane Gas Association, Northeast Hearth Patio & Barbecue Association, Holmes Mechanical, Master Plumbers Council of New York, IBEW Local 1049, Plumbers Local 200, IBEW Local 97, and TWU Local 101. "As the Ranking Republican on the Senate Energy Committee, I have been extremely vocal about the need to have a clear plan that protects both our environment
and our workers and residents," said Senator Mario Mattera, the rally's organizer. "New York's rushed move to ban fuel choice not only endangers the livelihoods of thousands but will also come at a considerable cost to our ratepayers. The ill-conceived ban violates federal energy law and must be stopped before it causes the damage we all know is coming." Assemblyman Joseph DeStefano also spoke in support of the lawsuit: "The gas ban is essentially a regressive tax on New Yorkers. It will disproportionately burden seniors and lower and middle-class families, amplifying the costs of living in the 'Vampire State' due to rising inflation, taxes, and misguided energy policies." According to the assemblyman, the ban is a feature of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), a farreaching plan by state Democrats to eliminate all fossil fuels by 2040.
powered fire apparatus would be unaffordable for Long Island's departments. "As we move away from fossil fuel, I want to make sure that there's enough electricity to serve our needs, grow the economy," said Brookhaven Town Supervisor Edward Romaine at the rally. "If we're relying on electricity that's generated by alternative power, we're not there yet. So instead of a ban, we need a plan to exit away from fossil fuel to green energy only when it's feasible to do so." "Hundreds of plumbers on Long Island rely on new construction to feed their families and pay their mortgages," said Jimmy Russo, President of the Plumbing Contractors Association of Long Island. "This illegal law has essentially ripped the rug out from underneath them. It's not about 'what if' things turn negative. We are already seeing new construction leave Long
Brookhaven Supervisor Edward Romaine at the gas ban rally.
affect residents and communities from Niagara to Riverhead. Those effects could include: • Forcing businesses to downsize, close, or move out of New York. • Sparking layoffs reduced hiring needs.
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More than 200 officials, industry reps, labor leaders, and residents rally in Hauppauge against the gas ban.
County Legislator Dominick Thorne, an emergency services volunteer, said the forced conversion of fire trucks, ambulances, and other rescue equipment to electric will "bankrupt the taxpayers and put firefighter lives at risk." He noted that the cost of battery-
Deer Park resident Ellen DiDomenico says the ban is an affront to the heritage of the Asian community, which traditionally uses gas for cooking and heating their homes.
Island. We are in full support of a green economy, but we should discuss how to transition without ruining lives. Our message to the lawmakers who passed this bill without thinking of our 600 members and their families on Long Island: enough is enough." Also speaking at the event was Deer Park resident Ellen DiDomenico, who said, "This ban is an affront to the heritage of the Asian community, which traditionally uses gas for cooking and heating their homes. The policy interferes with our cherished cultural practices. This is not a community-based decision; you'll see restaurants forced out of business, people out of work. Governor Hochul is a racist targeting the Asian people." The unintended consequences of New York's gas ban are widespread, according to the rally participants, and could negatively
• Triggering a significant increase in energy prices. • Exacerbating New York State's housing affordability crisis. • Destroying the reliability of an already overburdened electric grid. Earlier this year, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit unanimously invalidated a similar gas ban in Berkeley, California, establishing that the federal Energy Policy and Conservation Act overrules it. The court in that case ruled that Berkeley's ban on gas piping in new buildings concerned the energy use of appliances covered and preempted by the federal Energy Policy and Conservation Act, and therefore, Berkeley's law was struck down by the court. "I find it ironic that we talk about our affordable housing crisis, while at the same time,
pushing forward with plans like this that will drive up building costs, making housing even more unaffordable. It simply doesn't make sense," said Senator Dean Murray. "New York's total ban on fossil fuel is unrealistic and unfair. With a grid that is already grossly overburdened, putting all of our energy 'eggs' in one basket is irresponsible and dangerous. Prohibiting fossil fuels in new buildings seven stories or lower is discriminatory, as members of the Orthodox Jewish community are prohibited from starting new fires on the Sabbath, as gas stoves currently provide - an important detail our governor is overlooking in areas where there are large Jewish populations. There are many more arguments to be made to preserve our freedom of choice. I proudly stand with our business owners and union leaders to fight against this abusive use of government power," said Senator Alexis Weik (8th Senate District). "These issues impact every corner of our state, from businesses to individual workers. The bipartisan support against this ban showcases the shared concerns we have for the wellbeing of our communities," added Senator Mattera. "We have seen this type of policy struck down in California, and it is time for New York to heed the lessons from across the nation. Our state must realize that we need a realistic plan that protects our workers, our businesses, and our residents." The bi-partisan group of elected officials attending the rally included state senators Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, Jack Martins, Anthony Palumbo, Steve Rhoads, and Alexis Weik; state Assembly members Michael Durso, Michael Fitzpatrick, Edward Flood, Jodi Giglio, John Mikulin, Edward Ra; Suffolk legislators Nick Caracappa and Steven Flotteron; Babylon Supervisor Richard Schaffer, and Smithtown Supervisor Edward Wehrheim and Councilwoman Lisa M. Inzerillo.
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Governor Hochul's Historic Visit to Israel Amidst Recent Attacks
By Raheem Soto New York Governor Kathy Hochul made a landmark journey to Israel following the heart-wrenching Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israeli civilians. Her voyage aimed to express profound solidarity with the nation. "An attack on the people of Israel directly," Hochul remarked, "reminds us of similar traumatic incidents in New York City. I felt a strong pull to show our support, especially on behalf of our state's vast Jewish
community." Governor Hochul, demonstrating resilience and commitment, chose to travel to Israel just a day after the attack. Upon her arrival, she prioritized advocating for the release of the approximately 200 hostages Hamas is said to be holding in the Gaza Strip. Among them is Omer Neutra from Long Island. Hochul had recently encountered Neutra's distressed parents, who urged for her help. While in Israel, she further connected with Neutra's
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“I’m angry. I’m sad. I’m disgusted. In pain. My heart hurts. And my soul feels crushed,” said the rabbi. “It might feel easier to say I’m fine, but let’s be honest, we’re not fine. None of us are really OK, and that’s why we’re here.” Some 300 people filled the synagogue the evening of October 11. There were so many in its sanctuary that the overflow had to go to a social hall below to watch those speaking on a large video screen, hear JCOH Cantor Debra Stein sing, and participate in reciting psalms with those in the sanctuary. “What we’re experiencing right now is trauma,” said Rabbi Jan Uhrbach of The Bridge Shul. “We’re all affected differently. But we’re all affected. Even as we look to identify and care for those in immediate peril and in greatest need, it’s important to recognize that we all need some care right now, in different ways, to different degrees.”
“We need to find moments of calm amid fear and heartbreak and we need to know we’re not alone,” said Rabbi Uhrbach of the Bridgehampton-based congregation.
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“We discover in the psalms that there’s nothing we’re feeling now that hasn’t been felt by our ancient ancestors thousands of years ago and in all the generations between—it’s all in there,” she said. “We have been here before, we’ve survived.
Schneiderman after the rally ended commented that “it is very important that elected officials stand with the people of Israel during this time defending themselves against the terror of Hamas and to send a clear message that Israel’s sovereignty and homeland security needs to be protected.”
Rabbi Uhrbach led in reading Psalm 142 which says: “They have laid a trap in the path I walk…. Listen to my cry, for I have been brought very low; save me from my pursuers.” Yet, “The righteous find glory.” Those attending the included young and old.
underscored the severity of the situation. Overwhelmed by the devastation, Hochul stressed the dire need to preempt such tragedies in the future, emphasizing that every life holds immense value. When the concerns of Palestinian New Yorkers were raised, particularly about their kin in light of Israel's activities in Gaza, Hochul remained steadfast in her commitment to humanitarian aid. She urged the Israeli leadership to strategize with a focus on minimizing civilian casualties.
Reflecting on her father's legacy, Hochul remembered him as a significant figure in her life. John Courtney, alongside his wife, played a pivotal role in community integration endeavors during the 1960s and was a vocal opponent of the Vietnam War. The governor recognized his journey, moving from humble beginnings in a trailer park to the epitome of the American dream, as an enduring testament to tenacity, hard work, and dedication to the community.
In Suffolk, "Rally in Solidarity with Israel"
SUFFOLK CLOSEUP
“No I’m not OK! That’s how I want to respond when people ask me how I’m doing,” said Rabbi Josh Franklin opening a “Rally in Solidarity with Israel” held at the Jewish Center of the Hamptons in East Hampton.
extended family and presented a photo of Neutra to the Israeli president, emphasizing his Long Island ties and seeking his safe return. However, Hochul faced a personal tragedy amidst the heavy responsibilities and heart-wrenching situations. Her 87-year-old father, John Courtney, living in Florida, succumbed to a sudden brain hemorrhage on Wednesday evening. The news reached her during a poignant moment as she was visiting the Western Wall in the Old City of Jerusalem. Pushing through the personal pain, Governor Hochul emphasized the need for humanitarian aid to Gaza, especially considering Israel's continuous airstrikes. "We must not leave the innocent people of Gaza unsupported," she declared, having engaged with key Israeli government officials. "Their urgent need for humanitarian assistance cannot be overlooked." As she navigated the areas most affected by the Oct. 7 attack, the governor's visit to a kibbutz at Gaza's border
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Rabbis joined in messages of hope—and strength. Not only Jews but those of other faiths were there including public officials. Among them were Suffolk County Legislator Bridget Fleming, Southampton Town Councilman Tommy John Schiavoni, East Hampton Councilwoman Kathee Burke Gonzalez and East Hampton
And there was Southampton Town Supervisor Jay Schneiderman who is Jewish and whose mother’s family in Hungary was murdered in the Holocaust.
“This is not a time for silence,” he said. Rabbi Franklin of JCOH in his opening remarks also said: “A weird thing happened to me over the weekend, Saturday night: a freak accident. I scratched my cornea. And one of the results of that was tears were streaming down my face. Yet my eyes were already swollen and my cheeks were already damp from all the crying that I was doing during the day. And I couldn’t tell if crying was because of the pain in my eye or the excruciating agony in my heart.” “These have been some of my
hardest days in my ten years as a rabbi. I’ve never felt so close to teetering from internal anger to externalized rage. I want to remain calm and collected, but, quite honestly, I’m having a lot of trouble doing so.” “I do not hate,” said the rabbi, “but—a big but—I do unequivocally condemn the brutal and sinister actions of the terrorists who murdered more Jews in a single day than any day since the Holocaust. These were primarily unarmed Israeli women, children, and, yes, babies, too. They weren’t collateral damage; they were targeted because they were defenseless. They were brutalized by terrorists in ways that is nothing short of an expression of pure evil; and the perpetrators proud of their work, posted videos of it and mocked their victims while doing so. No moral equivalency should ever be made to justify or rationalize this kind of behavior.” Rabbi Avraham Bronstein of the Hamptons Synagogue in Westhampton Beach said: “This moment is really about empathy.” He spoke of “the shock and the horror that we feel towards those that simply don’t see Israelis, those who simply don’t see Jews,
as human beings. Our empathy defines us. Their lack of empathy defines them.” Rabbi Dan Geffen of Temple Adas Israel in Sag Harbor, the rally’s last speaker, said he would “focus on hope” and spoke about a song, Lu Yehi, or “Let It Be,” which became an anthem for the soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces during the Yom Kippur War of 50 years ago. Israeli songwriter Naomi Shemer was inspired to write the song by the Beatles’ tune “Let it Be,” but the phrase “let it be” in English has a different meaning in Hebrew. Instead of acceptance, it translates to let there be. Lu Yehi is about creating a future. "Hope isn't always what we think it is," said Rabbi Geffen. “It's not a blind wish, but rather a seed planted in hearts that reminds us, we are not alone in our grief—or in our wishes for a different reality." Rabbi Geffen urged those at the rally in singing Lu Yehi, “sing with your heart — and let us shed tears of hope." The rally concluded with the singing of Hatikva, “The Hope,” Israel’s national anthem. It declares: “Our hope is not yet lost, The hope of two thousand years…
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Media's Hastened Response Exacerbates Tensions After Gaza Hospital Incident
By Raheem Soto On October 17th, a grievous explosion at a Gaza hospital claimed the lives of hundreds, adding to the heightened regional tensions that were already palpable following a terror attack by Hamas on October 7th. In the immediate aftermath, the terror group Hamas took the lead in assigning blame, asserting that an Israeli airstrike directly targeted the hospital, leading to a catastrophic death toll of 500 individuals. This grave depiction quickly resonated with segments of the international media, and soon, several left-leaning U.S. politicians championed this narrative. The global fallout was severe: from a Detroit synagogue leader's brutal stabbing to the harrowing arson of the U.S. embassy in Lebanon, the consequences of this narrative were immediately tangible. However, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) presented a starkly contrasting account mere hours later. They ardently denied any airstrikes on the hospital, accompanying their statement
with concrete evidence. Video footage released by the IDF showcased missiles being launched from within Gaza's boundaries. Moreover, audio recordings captured conversations between Hamas officials, who candidly discussed a missile misfire that landed not on the hospital but on its adjacent parking lot. The validity of the IDF's narrative became clearer when photographs emerged the next day. These images showed the hospital building, untouched by any external aggression. Conversely, unmistakable signs of a missile impact marred the nearby parking area. This rapid sequence of events underscores a pressing issue in today's digital age: the immense responsibility media outlets bear and the profound consequences of premature or uncorroborated news dissemination. We live in a time where the term "misinformation" is often bandied about, whether in the context of political elections, ongoing health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, or
contentious border policies. The Gaza incident, however, is a sobering reminder that misinformation or hasty reporting is not just a digital dilemma – it has real-world implications that can escalate conflicts and amplify global tensions. President Joe Biden, reflecting on the situation and the broader challenges of misinformation, stated unequivocally, "Israel and Palestinians both deserve safety, dignity, and peace. The intensification of hate, leading to manifestations like racism, antisemitism, and Islamophobia in America, cannot continue unchecked." While addressing the immediate situation, Biden's statement emphasizes a broader trend. Over the past few years, the U.S., among other nations, has witnessed a surge in divisive incidents, many stemming from or exacerbated by unchecked narratives. From attacks on minority communities to polarization around public health measures, the ripple effects of misinformation are
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Parking lot at Gaza hospital
vast and varied. To stabilize the situation in the Middle East and fortify American alliances, President Biden has proposed a substantial $105 billion funding package. This initiative targets vital U.S. allies, including Israel and Ukraine. Labeling this proposal as a "crucial investment for the future security of America," Biden hopes to ensure that these regions, often at the center of geopolitical tensions, have the necessary resources to maintain peace and stability.
The proposal now awaits a rigorous evaluation by the Senate Appropriations Committee. The committee's decision will undoubtedly have broad implications, not just for the involved nations but also as a reflection of U.S. foreign policy priorities. As the world keenly watches, the events following the Gaza hospital incident serve as a potent reminder. In an interconnected world, accurate and responsible reporting is an ethical obligation and a critical tool for global peace and stability.
Ask Yourself: What Does the Government Do? By Howard Rourke Another election is upon us. This year, it is for local offices, and next year, voters will decide who runs the federal government. Increasingly in recent years, politicians and the people that control them have attempted to turn our elections into reality TV shows, hurling slander and nonsense into the discourse, hoping voters will choose the least vile candidate on the ballot. We need to collectively take a step back and reset the system. If your roof was leaking and a roofer showed up suggesting you hire him because the other roofers were racist, well, that would probably be a red flag. All you want is your roof fixed, and you would try to hire a person who could fix the leak cheaply and efficiently. It would be pretty simple. Choosing people to run the government is just as simple – we just need to drown out the nonsense these people spew at us and ask ourselves, “What is the job I am hiring this person to do?” What does the government do? These days, the government touches so many elements of our lives that it might be difficult to answer that question without some thought. Each of us also has our own priorities, so naturally,
the “role of the government” might mean different things to different people. For some on the left, the most important function the government can serve is guaranteeing a woman’s right to an abortion. Every American citizen is entitled to cast a ballot on whatever basis he or she chooses, and if abortion is your most important issue, there is no shortage of candidates who promise to defend that issue. For the rest of us, we should stop and write down what role we expect the government to perform. I tried that exercise, and I came up with this list: 1) Keep us safe - locally and internationally
2) Manage the budget allocate our limited resources to things that do the most good for the largest number of people 3) Defend the constitution and enforce the law – we are a nation of free people with inalienable rights, and the government exists to preserve those rights, not infringe them 4) Create and preserve an economic framework that promotes prosperity and upward mobility – the American Dream is real and irrespective of what station you were born into, all things are possible 5) Keep ideology out of basic functions – a school is a school and the army is an army, and
the functions of each shouldn’t change depending on who is in charge. Each of these ideas can be applied to the President as much as they can to the County Executive. Are you keeping international peace or creating chaos around the globe? Are you appointing police commissioners who are empowered to arrest criminals and keep them off our streets, or sitting idly by while drugs and crime destroy our communities? It really is this simple. Sadly, for the first time in my life, these very basic functions of government are not only not being performed, they are being
permitted to spiral out of control. There is escalating international chaos. Criminals are being permitted to operate freely without fear of consequence. Laws are not being enforced, and the constitution is openly flouted on a regular basis. Our budgets, both locally and nationally, are run with zero regard for fiscal discipline, ultimately crushing regular, hard-working Americans. Schools, the military, and seemingly any entity sponsored by tax dollars have been infected with ideological debate that ultimately serves no purpose other than to pit regular Americans against each other. And the American Dream? Ask high school kids in Suffolk County. Many will tell you they don’t believe it is possible. College is too expensive and far-fetched for many. And when our own kids don’t think the dream exists, the whole chain of dominos begins to fall in front of our eyes. That is what we are watching right now. Before you cast your vote, this year or next, ask yourself: “What do I believe the government’s job is?” Write it down. Then, ask yourself which party and which candidate is most likely to perform that job for you. It is that simple.
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Judge Imposes Fine on Trump for Gag Order Violation in New York Case
By Raheem Soto Former President Donald Trump was recently hit with a $5,000 penalty by Judge Arthur Engoron after an alleged breach of a gag order associated with Trump's ongoing civil fraud trial in New York. Engoron expressed dissatisfaction when he discovered that Trump did not adhere to the directive to erase a negative comment concerning the judge's law clerk from social media. Engoron highlighted that Trump had previously acknowledged removing the post in question, but it persisted on Trump's 2024 campaign website for over two weeks. The judge initiated the partial gag order at the beginning of October. Chris Kise, representing Trump,
explained that the oversight seemed genuinely inadvertent. "While the post was promptly deleted from Truth Social upon the court's request, regrettably, it seems it wasn't removed from the campaign website. We sincerely apologize for this oversight," Kise stated.
making statements about possible witnesses or casting aspersions on the legal team. Recently, Trump petitioned Chutkan to reconsider the gag order, citing First Amendment concerns, to which Chutkan temporarily acquiesced.
Previous comments made by Trump hinted at a speculated inappropriate connection between the clerk and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York. Schumer's representative, Allison Biasotti, refuted these insinuations, firmly stating that Schumer has no acquaintance with the clerk. Trump has not held back his public critiques of Engoron, labeling him a "far-left Democrat."
Former President Donald J. Trump
In another legal battle, the former president also contends with a similar gag order. Judge
Tanya Chutkan, in charge of the D.C. election interference case, prohibited Trump from
The New York trial, presided over by Judge Engoron, is rooted in allegations from New York Attorney General Letitia James. The claims suggest that Trump and his two adult sons manipulated Trump's net worth to secure advantageous loan terms. Engoron has indicated that there were manipulations in asset values to benefit Trump. The repercussions sought by the attorney general encompass approximately $250 million in penalties and potential restrictions on Trump's business endeavors in New York.
Biden's Truth Social Account Tops Trump's in Followers In their inaugural post on Truth Social, the Biden campaign humorously stated, "Well. Let's see how this goes. Converts welcome!" The account description reads, "Just the facts,
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President Joe R. Biden - Former President Donald J. Trump
By Raheem Soto In a surprising development, President Joe Biden's campaign team has amassed a higher follower count on Truth Social, the social media platform created by former President Donald Trump, than Trump's campaign team. This unexpected turn of events is making waves in the political arena. As of the latest tally, Biden's campaign account on Truth Social, identified by the handle @BidenHQ, boasts approximately 27,900 followers, surpassing Trump's campaign account, @TeamTrump, which has around 23,600 followers. Notably, Trump's account, @ realDonaldTrump, maintains a substantial following, with over 6.45 million followers. A touch of humor characterized the decision by the Biden campaign team to join Truth Social. They explained that their motivation for joining the platform was primarily because they found it "very funny." This unexpected move comes after a prior statement to Axios in May, where a campaign official had indicated they would not be joining Trump's social
media venture. Truth Social, launched by Donald Trump in February 2022, is a conservative alternative to mainstream social media platforms. The former president's initiative followed his bans from major platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube after the January 6 Capitol siege. Despite its initial buzz, Truth Social currently reports an estimated 2 million active users, a fraction of the user base on platforms like Facebook. When asked about their decision to join Truth Social, the Biden campaign team likened it to "entering the lion's den" to highlight what they perceive as Republican hypocrisy. They also wanted to have some lighthearted fun at their own expense. The campaign's digital rapid response team, Biden-Harris HQ, posted on the platform, "We just joined Truth Social, mostly because we thought it would be very funny." The Biden campaign did not shy away from poking fun at Truth Social, suggesting that the platform primarily serves as an outlet for Donald Trump's rants. Trump's account on Truth Social remains active, with over 6.45 million followers.
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followers highlights the evolving landscape of political engagement in the digital age. It remains to be seen how this dynamic will influence the political discourse on the platform in the future.
Understanding Gaza: Between Historic Agreements and Current Complexities
By Raheem Soto The Gaza Strip, a slender coastal enclave between Israel and Egypt, extends over 140 square miles, yet it hosts over 2 million Palestinians. Given its area, Gaza's population density is comparable to large metropolitan areas like Philadelphia. Historically, the formation and dynamics of Gaza have been significantly influenced by key international decisions. A critical turning point was the 1947 United Nations' "Partition Plan for Palestine." Conceived in the aftermath of World War II, the plan aimed to establish both an Arab and a Jewish state in the region previously known as Palestine. While the Jewish leadership accepted the proposal, it was resisted by Palestinian Arabs and surrounding Arab countries. After Israel declared statehood in 1948, the region saw significant movements of Palestinian Arabs to places like the Gaza Strip, primarily propelled by the prevailing political disruptions. From 1948 until 1967, Egypt maintained administrative authority over Gaza. However, the geopolitical scenario substantially
shifted after the 1967 Six-Day War. After confronting imminent threats from neighboring Arab countries, Israel undertook a preemptive strategy, resulting in its control over multiple areas, including the Gaza Strip. Gaza's political landscape experienced a pivotal alteration in 2006 when Hamas, an entity labeled a terror organization by multiple nations, including the U.S. and Israel, gained ascendancy over the Fatah party in regional elections. Unlike Fatah's advocacy for a two-state resolution, Hamas aspired for an expansive Islamic domain across all historic regions of Palestine. Their stance included the non-recognition of Israel, a sentiment that persisted even with the relatively moderate modifications in their 2017 charter. In contrast, with its moderate ideologies, Fatah still manages the Palestinian National Authority located in the West Bank. Considering the continuous and heightened threats from Hamas, Israel found it essential to strengthen its security measures around Gaza. Consequently 2007, a stringent blockade was enforced around the Gaza Strip. From
Israel's perspective, the primary objectives of this blockade were to diminish terror group Hamas's militaristic capabilities by impeding the import of potential weaponry and to shield Israeli civilians from possible terrorist activities. Israel's stance has consistently emphasized the priority of national security. Although the blockade has stirred global critique, Israel upholds it as an essential defense mechanism for its citizens. Throughout the years, the region has been a theater for sporadic conflicts, with Israel continually emphasizing its duty to protect its inhabitants against external threats. Rocket barrages originating from Gaza into Israeli zones, extensive tunnel systems devised for infiltration, and other aggressive maneuvers by Hamas underscore the region's volatile disposition. The Gaza Strip narrative is an intricate interplay of historical events, regional interactions, and a relentless quest for security and stability. As a focal point of Middle Eastern geopolitics, the Gaza Strip remains a subject of profound international interest and debate.
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Stony Brook Loses to #22 UNH at Homecoming
By Nick Cipolla The losing apparently never ends as the Stony Brook Seawolves Football team still cannot find a way to win on the gridiron as they were beat down by Conference Rival New Hampshire in a 45-14 defeat on Saturday. This week’s loss was historic as Stony Brook now has set a new school record as this is now the worst start they have gotten off to since becoming a Division 1 school as they are now 0-7 and 0-5 against CAA opponents. On the opening drive of the game, Stony Brook looked like a completely different team than in years past as quarterback Casey Case drove the Seawolves’ offense into the red zone on just two plays into the game. On first and 10 from New Hampshire’s 19-yard line, Case threw to a wide open tight end Cole Bunicci over the middle, who would’ve given the Seawolves a 7-0 lead as he could’ve walked in for the walkin touchdown. However, Bunicci dropped the ball and the pass fell incomplete. The opening drive stalled and kicker Spencer Biscoe’s 36-yard field goal attempt was blocked by New Hampshire defensive tackle Nate Kapongo to keep points off the board. It would only get worse for the Seawolves as New Hampshire quarterback Max Brosmer hit wide receiver Joey Corcoran over the middle, who then broke a tackle and took it 54 yards for the touchdown that gave New Hampshire an early 7-0 lead. New Hampshire’s offensive scheming was apparently the difference in this one as the Stony Brook defense was constantly getting trashed and was unable to get the Wildcats off the field. “They’ve obviously got a bunch of good players,” Stony Brook Linebacker De’Aundre Cruz said in a postgame press conference. “Watching film going into this week, they do a lot of different formations [and] a lot of stuff like that to mess with our eyes.” Stony Brook would answer back as Casey Case led the team down the field quickly on the back of a 37-yard pass to wide receiver Anthony Johnson. Unlike the previous drive, the Seawolves punched it in with a seven-yard rushing touchdown by running back Roland Dempster to tie the game at seven. The lead lasted just as long as Mecole Hardman’s tenure as a New York Jet as Brosmer and running back Dylan Laube
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Jayce Freeman running down the sideline for a 98 yard touchdown
immediately led the Wildcats down to Stony Brook’s 27yard line to set up a scoring opportunity. New Hampshire kicker Nick Mazzie made a 44yard field goal to give his team a 10-7 lead that the Wildcats would never give up. The Wildcats increased their lead to 24-7 on the next two drives as Colby Ramshaw would score touchdowns on back to back drives to increase the lead. The Seawolves would get seven of those points back in the second quarter as the offense would make a bit of positive program history as Casey Case hit wide receiver Jayce Freeman in the flat to the left on a pass play from the Seawolves own two yard line. Freeman then broke a tackle from New Hampshire cornerback Randall Harris and he stayed in bounds along the left sideline for a 98 yard touchdown, breaking the record for longest pass in program history while cutting the New Hampshire lead to 14 points. “My thought was just ‘Don’t go out of bounds, don’t get caught,” Freeman said to the Statesman over the weekend about the play. “I just kept the ball in my hand because I didn’t even want to break my stride, so I was just trying to score.” New Hampshire never let this phase them as they used a fake field goal attempt with 24 seconds left and Brosmer – who was in as the holder – scampered into the end zone for a Wildcats touchdown right before the half. The Seawolves never recovered from their 31-14 deficit. The Wildcats poured it on in the third quarter, with Brosmer firing a 57-yard bomb down the field for a touchdown to wide receiver Caleb Burke to make it 38-14. On the first play of the fourth quarter, Laube plunged one in off the left side from seven yards out to put on the game’s finishing touches as the Wildcats would win 45-14. After the game, Stony Brook
Football coach Chuck Piore gave props to his opponents as he knew the Seawolves defense would have a hard time against one of the best offenses in Division one FCS Football. “New Hampshire was going to throw for 350 yards against whoever they played against,”
Shane Briscoe kicking off the ball
Priore said. “That is not a Stony Brook problem, that is a fact.” Piore also knew that in order to win this game, his offense had to be perfect but that wasn’t the case. “Offensively we needed to score points,” Priore said. “We had a couple of opportunities…
and we didn’t score the points to keep the game [at] bay. At the end of the day, those things fall on my shoulders and we will fix them.” Stony Brook will now turn their attention to another ranked team as they will look to pull a massive upset against #22 Villanova in their next matchup.
Section XI Soccer League Championships Clinched By Nick Cipolla The Section XI Soccer Season has slowly winded down and it’s time for the postseason to begin as we enter the last stand of Fall Sports at the high school level. The Patchogue Medford Red Raiders had placed second in league I with a 6-2 league record and a 12-3-1 overall, clinching a wild card berth as they will prove to be a tough out for anyone in their way this postseason as the number 5 seed. Right behind the Raiders in the League I standings was William Floyd as the Colonials will be the 9 seed as they finished 8-7-1. They will take on the 8 seed Northport to see who will take on first seeded Brentwood. The Ward Melville Patriots Boys Soccer team was once again dominant as they finished with a 7-0-1 league record while finishing 11-22 this fall. They will be a top seed in the Suffolk County Soccer Playoffs and favorite to make it to the county finals following a League II title. In League IV, Smithtown East had an incredible season as they would run away with the league title. The East Siders finished 7-1-0 in league play while finishing with an impressive 13-1-0 overall
record. In League V, the Smithtown West Boys were just as impressive as their neighbors to the east as they finished with zero losses on the season, clinching a league title as well and looking like a team to beat in the upcoming postseason matches. Other notable teams that made it to the 2023 boys postseason round were Center Moriches, Shoreham Wading River, and Hauppauge. On the girls side, Division I was highlighted by a spectacular season by the Ward Melville Girls Soccer team as they finished unbeaten with a 13-0-2 record this season. They appear to once again be the team to beat in Suffolk County and are a heavy favorite to win the Suffolk County Girls Soccer title. Not too far behind in League I, the Sachem East Girls Soccer team would finish 111-2 which was tied for second with Commack and they will be a tough Wild Card team to beat this postseason. Smithtown East and Patchogue-Medford also made late pushes as they were also able to secure winning seasons and sneak into the big dance.
League II saw Smithtown West have a great season as the Bulls had a remarkable season as they finished 10-1-0 in league play and 11-2 overall. The Girls Soccer team finished second behind a strong West Islip team, but they are in a similar boat as Sachem East as they will be a really tough out as a Wild Card team. Eastport South Manor finished 10-4-0 overall this season in League II and they will also be another team that could shock everyone this year in the County Playoffs. In League III, the Kings Park Knights dominated as they finished 12-1-1 in League play and 12-2-1 overall this season. They will be vying for a chance to shock everyone and run away with a county title this fall. Shoreham Wading River finished second in the league behind the Knights with a 102-2 record this fall and they will join a lengthy list of wild card teams that will be tough outs. The postseason for the boys and girls teams are set, the next few weeks will be considered some of the most exciting soccer matches of the year. We here at the South Shore Press wish every team the best of luck as the postseason begins this week.
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SPORTS
Smithtown West’s Antaky Commits to Cornell
By Nick Cipolla
for this season and beyond.
The top high school boys distance runner in Suffolk County is officially off the market as Doug Antaky has announced that he will be running for Cornell next fall according to his personal instagram account.
“I think that a burden was removed but for myself I still have goals to reach so the pressure is always on,” Antaky said regarding the end of the recruiting process.
“Excited to announce my verbal commitment to Cornell University!” wrote Antaky on his Instagram post. “I would like to thank my teammates, coaches, parents, and all others who helped me along the way!” Antaky has pieced together one of the most impressive starts to a season in Suffolk County Cross Country history as his historically fast times for the regular season on top of boasting an undefeated record prior to championship season has made him the talk of Long Island this fall. The Smithtown West senior was among a handful of schools that included Binghamton University, Northeastern University, Tufts, and SUNY Geneseo before deciding on Cornell. “The recruiting process was pretty difficult as one could imagine but at the same time I learned a lot about each and every school I visited and I think I made the proper decision for myself,” said Antaky “The decision really came down to Binghamton and Cornell due to their academic programs but
Antaky will be back in action on October 24th at Sunken Meadow State Park as he will join many other of Long Island’s top individuals and teams as they participate in the Section XI Division Championship where he will race to get his first
individual Cross Country County Title as he was second in the meet last year to Bay Shore’s Jake Gogarty, who is now a senior but has been the inferior runner in the 2023 season.
Jack Melore Re-Writes Long Island Record Books Photo Credit: @douglas_a_2 | Instagram
Doug Antaky during his Cornell Visit
I felt Cornell was best fit for what my major will be.” Antaky will be joining the Cornell Men’s Cross Country team next fall where he will major in mechanical engineering at an Ivy League school. “Cornell had the best academics out of all the colleges I looked at and the coach of the cross county team gave me the impression that he is someone who can make great athletes,” said Antaky. “I am happy with my decision and it provides me with a lot of relief as I was accepted via Early Decision.” The commitment celebration seems like it won't phase the star distance runner as he still has the championship portion of the season left and he feels like he finally is able to fully devote his energy towards the remaining races on the schedule
By Nick Cipolla Smithtown West’s Jack Melore has officially crossed into the AllTime Great territory following Friday night’s thrilling Bulls victory over Hills West. The senior Wide Receiver officially added two more Long Island records to his lengthy resume as he became the Island’s All-Time leader in career receptions and receiving yards during the penultimate regular season football game of his career. Melore crossed both of these record thresholds on Friday night in a thrilling 42-35 victory over Half Hollow Hills West that helped the Bulls clinch their second consecutive playoff berth. The Long Island Record in receptions in a career will now sit at 130 and counting while the career yards record also sits at 2,262 and counting while Melore
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Jack Melore
will play at least two more games in his football career. This brings the senior’s Long Island Record count up to four total as he also holds the single season receptions record (69 in 2022) and receptions in a single game which he has achieved twice in his career (16 in 2022 and 2023).
Melore has become one of the most exciting players in Suffolk County over his career as he has received a slew of accolades for his play at the Receiver and Safety positions. For his efforts on the field, he has also had some of the biggest football colleges in the northeast show interest in him.
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3 Supports Our Police and Hiring More Cops. 3 Against Failed Liberal Policies Like Cashless Bail. 3 Stopped the Placement of Unvetted Migrants in Suffolk.1 3 Secured $150 Million for Open Space and Clean Water Initiatives.2 1. Suffolk County Legislature Procedural Motion 22-2023 2. Suffolk County Legislature Introductory Resolution 1147-2022 2.Suffolk County Legislature 2022 Introductory Resolutions: 1006, 1200, 1300, 1304, 1404, 1481, 1494, 1526, 1547, 1637, 1668, 1704, 1716, 1721, 1725, 1727, 1728, 1729, 1730, 1781, 1782, 1888, 1819, 1828, 1876, 1894, 1919, 1920, 1926, 1014, 1064, 1065, 1066, 1067, 1068, 1069, 1070, 1071, 1100, 1177, 1194, 1211, 1210, 1310, 1312, 1325, 1339, 1400, 1498, 1531, 1539, 1541, 1609, 1623, 1624, 1625, 1626, 1627, 1628, 1629, 1630, 1631, 1632, 1674, 1692, 1726, 1753, 1800, 1842, 1097; Suffolk County Legislature 2023 Introductory Resolutions: 1009, 1057, 1058, 1059, 1182, 1278, 1549, 1550, 1053, 1054, 1082, 1121, 1139, 1168, 1175, 1176, 1177, 1209, 1211, 1215, 1216, 1246, 1256, 1294, 1390, 1411, 1412, 1427, 1445, 1447, 1543, 1580.
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ELECTION GUIDE
2023 GENERAL ELECTION
NOVEMBER 7 It has long been the practice of the South Shore Press to evaluate candidates from all parties and offer endorsements based on their individual merit and fitness for office. We conducted an exhaustive process to vet the candidates in November’s county and town elections. We sent out questionnaires, conducted editorial interviews, and published numerous stories about the races. In the past, we have endorsed both Republicans and Democrats. However, the unique circumstances the country finds itself in right now and the dire consequences we will face without an imminent course correction make it impossible for the South Shore Press to endorse any of the Democrats this year. Their reluctance to distance themselves from some of the more extreme and damaging elements of their party and their subsequent receipt of funds and public endorsements from destructive groups like the Working Families Party make it impossible for us to propose any of them. As such, we hereby recommend that our readers vote for all Republicans on this year’s ballot. Throughout our lifetime, the people who have controlled the levers of government have had, for the most part, very little impact on our day-to-day lives. Taxes have moved up and down, there have been periodic scandals (on both sides of the aisle), and various projects have had more or less funding depending on which party controls the government from year to year. But for the most part, our communities have been safe, the law and constitution have been defended and upheld, our schools could be trusted to educate our children, the economy has grown, inflation has been stable, and we could trust that we have all been on the same team pulling toward the same common objective – American security and prosperity. This is quite simply no longer the case. For the first time in our lifetime, the mechanisms by which our security
and prosperity are managed have been completely upended by elected officials who are choosing to enact policies that make us less safe and that are quickly eroding the economic foundation upon which our prosperity resides. The evidence is right in front of us every day and is so voluminous that many of us are beginning to wonder whether the country we grew up in is gone for good. We fear that without immediate action, it may be. On virtually every metric used to evaluate how America is doing, things are spiraling out of control. This is not all happening out of coincidence. Virtually all of these issues are the result of policies being implemented by Democrats in office or, in some instances, by appointed bureaucrats enacting a leftist radical agenda. A quick summary includes:
in Suffolk County. This alone should disqualify the Democrats from any form of leadership. 3) Radical Leftist Ideology Infects Our Public Institutions – Radical ideas that didn’t exist even 10 years ago have suddenly become mainstream and are being forced upon taxpayer-funded institutions, including our schools and military. Despite clear evidence of the damaging effect of these ideas on our soldier’s readiness and our children’s well-being, the left is undeterred. Average Americans are forced to fear that any public opposition to these policies will have them labeled a racist, transphobe, or “threat to Democracy.” Recently, the justice system is being used to target those who oppose this ideology, and many are being sent to jail.
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1) The geopolitical landscape is quickly devolving into chaos – Russia has engaged in a land war in Ukraine, China is expanding political and economic influence around the globe (including in the Western hemisphere) and is openly threatening to invade Taiwan, and the Middle East is now on the verge of a horrible conflict completely undoing the Abraham Accords established just a few years ago. Amazingly, American tax dollars are financing much of this conflict.
2) Our Southern Border is Wide Open – Estimates suggest 10+ million illegal immigrants have crossed into America since 2020. Reports indicate that many of these are escaped criminals, terrorists, and other radicals who wish to commit crimes or harm America from within. The Biden administration openly lies to the public and insists the border is not open. Elected Democrats around America who have previously declared their cities and states to be “sanctuaries” for illegal immigrants are now openly realizing the idiocy of that position as their cities and states get overrun, crime explodes, and public infrastructure is stressed well beyond capacity. This situation is quickly arriving at our front door
4) The Federal Government is Now Running a $2 Trillion Structural Deficit – If you don’t pay attention to budget numbers, it probably is lost on you how catastrophic this situation is. The government is now spending $2 trillion more each year than it is taking in. The national debt is currently $33.66 trillion, almost $260,000 per taxpayer, and is financed by printing money and borrowing it from other countries, particularly China. This is the most significant national security issue we face, and it is entirely self-inflicted. 5) Rule of Law is Being Abandoned – Right out in the open, Democrats call for defunding the police, refuse to close the Southern border where drugs and criminals cross unimpeded, advocate for “bail reform” that restricts local DAs from keeping criminals in jail, and want more illegal immigrants housed in our communities. If you were to create a comprehensive plan to destroy America, this is precisely what it would look like. 6) Inflation is Destroying the Middle Class – The combination of “Covid stimulus” and “Infrastructure” spending has wildly increased the money supply, and this has led to inflation not seen in America since we abandoned the Gold Standard in
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the 1970s. This has driven up the price of everything, and any economist will tell you that the easiest way to harm the lower and middle class is to drive up inflation. When prices go up, the people who own assets get richer. The people who rent assets and spend all of their money on food and fuel get destroyed. This is what is happening. When the imminent recession arrives, things will get much, much worse. 7) Geographic Political Power — New York is dominated by Progressive Liberal Democrats from the urban areas, particularly New York City. Long Island ends up on the wrong end of the deal. We need strong Republican leaders to get our fair share of the resources and fight back against the policies that are detrimental to our suburban communities. We could go on and on, but suffice it to say that none of this is happening by mistake. Each of these problems is a direct result of liberal policies. One of these issues happening in isolation would be concerning. When they are all happening simultaneously, it is a red alert, call-to-action situation that needs to be addressed. Right now, America needs leadership. We thank any citizen who steps forward and offers his or herself as a candidate to help solve these problems. The South Shore Press strongly urges all of our readers to think carefully about where America is headed. Do you agree with the assessment above? And if you do, which party do you think is more likely to solve these problems? From our perspective, there is no question. One party is directly creating these problems. We pray that the other party can win and then has the courage and competence to help America turn things around. The future of our country and the fate of our children depend on it. The South Shore Press hereby endorses all of the Republicans on the ballot this November.
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2023 General Election
ENDORSEMENTS SUFFOLK COUNTY EXECUTIVE
Elected Official Roles Job Descriptions of the Public Offices Up for Election
Edward Romaine
Suffolk’s highest elected office, the county executive, has been held for the last 12 years by Democrat Steve Bellone, who can’t run again thanks to Suffolk’s term limit law, which limits the job to three four-year terms. With the myriad of issues facing Suffolk County–the high cost of living, taxes, crime, illegal immigration, and environmental protection– the South Shore Press believes Brookhaven Supervisor Edward Romaine is the best candidate to address these concerns. Romaine has been a mainstay in local government for more than 40 years and needs no on-the-job training like his opponent, Dave Calone, who has never held elective office. Despite a vicious negative ad campaign funded by Calone’s benefactors outside of Suffolk, Romaine has made his case that the fiscal responsibility he has demonstrated in Brookhaven is sorely needed in Suffolk after 20 years of Democrat control. He has elevated the town’s bond rating to Triple A, while the Democrats had run the county’s into the ground. He has kept Brookhaven within the statemandated 2% tax cap every year he’s been at the helm and has crafted a strategy to close the town landfill without overburdening homeowners with excessive garbage disposal costs. Romaine has converted the industrial corridor along the Long Island Expressway in Yaphank into an investment mecca with companies committing $1.86 billion to more than a dozen projects to create thousands of jobs and bolster the tax base. When the so-called environmentalist Democrats in the Hamptons said no, the supervisor brilliantly arranged a deal with Sunrise Wind to run a cable up William Floyd Parkway in exchange for $170 million in payments that will go to parks and other town
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and county needs. (It will join a transatlantic cable already running up the parkway that nobody even knows is there). To make up for the revenue lost when the Yaphank landfill closes, Romaine has put together a plan to turn the facility into a green energy hub, a far-reaching strategy that has earned him the endorsement of the New York League of Conservation Voters, Environmental Voters Forum, and many other groups. Romaine has also won the endorsement of every law enforcement agency in the county. They are tired of taking the brunt of the procriminal policies of the parties that support his opponent, and are ready, willing, and able to make Suffolk safer under the right leadership. While Romaine wants to fill unfilled law enforcement positions already funded in the county budget, Calone is saddled with the defund the police mantra of his supporters. His ridiculous call for a 20% county tax cut will invariably affect the police, child protective services, and the other agencies county residents count on to keep them safe. The Democrats tried to score political points off the Suffolk Legislature’s decision to delay a public vote to create a countywide sewer district and raise the sales tax to generate funds to expand the system. While everyone agrees that we need to solve our wastewater treatment problem, the legislators disagreed with the formula that spends the majority of the money on private cesspools with less going to new sewers. The next county executive will need the legislature to help create a viable plan going forward and Romaine, being a former legislator himself, will be able to work with both parties on a plan that will receive a Home Rule Message from the county and a bill approved by the Democrat-
POLITICAL PARTY LOGO KEY REPUBLICAN PARTY
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controlled state legislature. With tens of thousands of migrants flooding into New York, Suffolk is on the front line of the battle in keeping the new arrivals from overwhelming local services and overburdening Suffolk taxpayers. By the very nature of him being a Democrat connected to the politicians who brought us this problem– President Biden, Gov. Kathy Hochul, New York Mayor Eric Adams, and the rest of the Progressive Democrats who gave him money–Calone cannot be expected to be on our side, despite what he promises. Romaine has been steadfast on the issue and will have our back when push comes to shove on the relocation of the 120,000-plus immigrants idling in New York City. Romaine has been at the forefront of the pushback against the state taking over local zoning control to build multi-family housing and has pledged to form a coalition with Suffolk's 10 towns and Nassau Executive Bruce Blakeman, a fellow Republican, to land the region's fair share of the $1.1 trillion in federal infrastructure monies and the state's $4.2 billion environmental bond fund. He’s called for the electrification of the three Long Island Rail Road lines that still use diesel locomotives and agrees that sewer expansion into Suffolk business districts is the key to revitalizing these downtowns. Given his vast experience in government, position on the key issues, and track record of delivering for the taxpayers both financially and on the matters that concern them the most, the South Shore Press endorses Ed Romaine for Suffolk County Executive. The position pays $234,124 per year and we’re confident that if Romaine does what he promises, he will earn every penny of it.
EDITORIAL NOTE Be advised that in many races there are other minor party candidates. Unfortunately due to space constraint we are unable to list all of them and we urge you to review and consider your ballot.
The county executive is Suffolk’s chief administrative officer responsible for county departments and managing the operating, community college and capital budgets. Under the county charter, the executive can approve or veto bills passed by the legislature. The job comes with a four-year term, which is limited to three terms, and pays $234,124 per year. Suffolk’s 18 lawmakers form a legislative body responsible for enacting laws, approving budgets, and overseeing public services. It plays an oversight role in public safety, healthcare, education, community development, and other essential programs. Legislators serve two-year terms with a limit of 12 years, and earn an annual base salary of $100,000. The Brookhaven Town supervisor is the chief administrative officer for the town, who oversees the various town departments, personnel, and budgets. Elected town-wide, the supervisor leads the town board, which is responsible for zoning, planning,
and land use decisions, as well as stewardship over Brookhaven’s waterways and natural resources. The supervisor makes $131,000 annually and is limited to three four-year terms. The Brookhaven highway superintendent is responsible for 3,700 lanemiles of road, including drainage, sidewalks, medians, and intersections, in addition to signage, lighting, drainage, tree trimming and removal, and recharge basin maintenance. The superintendent, elected town-wide oversees 300 employees in the four-year position, which is limited to three terms. The job pays $130,762 per year. The Brookhaven receiver of taxes is responsible for collecting residential and commercial property taxes for all levels of local government, including the town, county, schools, and special districts. The town-wide elected official manages online systems where property owners can obtain information and pay their taxes. The position comes with a four-year term
and is limited to three terms. It pays $112,800 annually. The Brookhaven Town council members, along with the supervisor, make up the town board. They are responsible for approving capital and operating budgets, as well as town ordinances and codes. They also function as trustees with authority over town waterways and bay bottoms. They are elected in individual districts to fouryear terms, limited to three, and make $76,742 per year. The Smithtown Council members approve town ordinances, adopt budgets, manage personnel, and oversee town-wide planning and zoning. They are elected town-wide to four-year terms. Their annual salary is $72,316. The Smithtown Town Clerk is responsible for recording all vital records and the activities of town government, as well as storing documents that are important to the citizens. The clerk serves a four-term term and is paid $100,000 annually.
SUFFOLK COUNTY LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 1
Catherine Stark
The 1st Legislative District presents an open seat following incumbent Al Krupski's decision to run for Southold Town Supervisor. Vying for this seat are Catherine Stark who is running on the Republican and Conservative lines of the ballot, and Catherine Kent who is running on the Democrat and Working Families Party lines of the ballot. South Shore Press wholeheartedly endorses Catherine Stark for election to the 1st LD. The choice is obvious when weighing the experience that Stark will bring to the Legislature's horseshoe table over Kent's considerable less experience. Stark, who has logged in over 27 years of experience in Suffolk County government, has a proven ability to work with colleagues on both sides of the political aisle. Case in point: Stark served as Republican Robert Gaffney's
Catherine Kent
aide when he was elected Suffolk County Executive, and she has been serving as Democrat Al Krupski's chief of staff since he won election to Suffolk County's 1st Legislative District in 2013, until the present time. In both positions, Stark addressed constituent services and intergovernmental relations, and that's just the tip of the iceberg. Stark has indepth knowledge of capital and operating budgets - an absolute critical trait since the County has no place to go except up as lawmakers try to dig Suffolk County out of the depths of debt. Opponent Catherine Kent served a four-year stint as Riverhead Town Councilwoman until 2021, prior to which she was an elementary school teacher for 33 years. Kent formed the Riverhead Downtown
Revitalization Committee and embraced new voices in government, but she falls short of the experience needed to effectively occupy this legislative seat. Perhaps Stark stated it best during her interview with South Shore Press when she said: "I'm the most qualified 'Catherine' in this race with my experience; I'm prepared to hit the ground running because there simply is no time for a learning curve here." Suffolk County is at a critical juncture where hard decisions will have to be made to navigate the County back on a path leading to fiscal stability. Stark is qualified to work with legislative colleagues to finally begin getting Suffolk back on that track. For these reasons and more, the South Shore Press Editorial Review Board unanimously endorses Stark for 1st District Legislator.
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SUFFOLK COUNTY LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 2
Manny Vilar
Ann Welker
The South Shore Press Editorial Review Board gives Manny Vilar, (who will appear on the Republican and Conservative lines of the ballot), its unequivocal endorsement for election to Suffolk County's 2nd Legislative District. Vilar's credentials and wealth of relevant experience make him the perfect candidate to serve the people of Suffolk County and constituents of the 2nd LD. Let's take a brief look at Vilar's credentials and experience: he is a retired New York State Parks Police Senior Sergeant, he is Chairman of the East Hampton Town Republican Committee, and he is the founding president of the Police Benevolent Association of New York State. Vilar says he will make the opioid addiction issue a priority by first funneling more effective education into
the schools, providing greater outreach in communities, and, he recognizes the imperative to provide Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney with the staffing and law enforcement tools needed to get the job done. Vilar is also acutely aware of the migrant issue in the County and specifically the South Fork, which, during his interview with South Shore Press, he underscored must be placed at the forefront and be addressed sooner rather than later. Vilar recognizes that Suffolk County's workforce under Democrat rule, has been, in his words, "reduced to unsustainable levels," and offers up specific examples to address these inequities that exists in the County. Vilar asserts county employees should be getting jobs versus the county awarding work to outside contractors. He cited
SUFFOLK COUNTY LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 3
James Mazzarella
the "epic failures of Suffolk County in the past" to provide CPS with the employees and tools necessary to effectively perform their jobs, and asserts the necessity for the County to act immediately to correct these shortcomings. Vilar again, possesses an acute understanding about what it takes to work with public employees to bridge gaps and inequities that exist, and, he understands the intricacies of state legislation and its impacts on the local level. Democrat candidate Ann Welker did not return several calls and texts to South Shore Press to present her campaign platform and positions on the issues that affect Suffolk County residents. Vilar is the candidate most highly qualified with impeccable credentials and experience, and receives the endorsement of South Shore Press.
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South Shore Press endorses Suffolk County 3rd District Legislator Jim Mazzarella for re-election. Mazzarella was elected to the Suffolk County Legislature in 2021 and has accomplished more to date during his two year tenure than others have done in 20 years. A big accomplishment specifically in the 3rd LD is the increased police presence. This is an initiative that was long overdue, but Mazzarella got the job done. He has paved the way to successfully increase the number of uniformed police officers on the streets, and introduced the first ever foot patrol on Neighborhood Road in Mastic Beach. Mazzarella was instrumental in passing legislation for the return of a more technologically-advanced shot spotter gunshot detection system. His experience makes him poised to continue working to clean up Suffolk County's finances and poor bond rating. On the horizon, Mazzarella is planning an expansion of the sewer district into the commercial areas of Mastic Beach and to
Thad O’Neil
move forward with Phase III of residential connections of the Forge Watershed Sewer District. A new Smith Point Bridge to replace the existing aged out bridge will become a reality with construction beginning early 2024 and wrapping up in 2026. It's important to note, too, that this is part of an overall plan to create more job opportunities and to ensure this coastal community will have access to Fire Island for generations to come. Infrastructure and the environment remain a focal point with the Mastic-Shirley revitalization along Montauk Highway.
the South Shore Press editorial review board has reservations on any candidate's ability to be a fair and successful legislator to his or her constituency. While O'Neil makes the environment the cornerstone of his campaign, he appears to be a one-issue candidate. When asked about Suffolk’s finances, O'Neil said he would look more into the County's bond rating. He did not offer specific solutions to addressing many of the issues and responded to questions in vague generalizations. O'Neil criticizes Suffolk County's infrastructure, claiming these issues "need to be tackled with O'Neil, a Suffolk County the help of experts who know native who is making his what they're doing.” inaugural bid for election, Our question remains, "How works in New York City as does one expect to effectuate an adjunct associate professor such changes in practices where he reports to make the when it is his party that has commute a couple of times been in power and failing to weekly. The distance to O'Neil's implement such policies?" The workplace is concerning as it choice is clear on Election Day. would be for any candidate's Jim Mazzarella is the better ability to be a hands-on and candidate to continue serving fully-present legislator. Being the people of Suffolk County's a county legislator is one of 3rd Legislative District and has the closest connections of received the endorsement of government to its people, and South Shore Press.
SUFFOLK COUNTY LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 5
Nick Caracappa
When residents in Suffolk's 4th Legislative District go to the polls on November 7th, they will be asked to choose between a proven voice and leader in Republican incumbent Nick Caracappa to represent them, or a candidate in Democrat candidate Tim Hall, who is not running an active campaign. For South Shore Press, the choice is a clear no-brainer. Nick Caracappa receives our endorsement! Caracappa won his inaugural bid for the seat when he ran in a special election to fill the unexpired term with the passing of Legislator Tom Muratore in 2020. In his short time in office, Caracappa has taken the lead on bold issues right out the gate. Anyone who travels the Long Island Expressway, (LIE), remembers the potholes and craters that made riding this superhighway a dangerous feat. Motorists literally took their lives into their own hands while driving the LIE. Caracappa was lazer-focused on addressing this issue with time being of the essence. His first initiative once elected was to get the powers that be responsible for conditions on the LIE back to safe driving conditions for all motorists.
Tim Hall
Caracappa penned a letter to Governor Kathy Hochul, he then reached out across the political aisle and to colleagues on other levels of government to get the ball rolling. Long story short - Caracappa, garnering the support of county and state elected officials not only bumped up the timeline for road repairs, but Long Island saw a $30 million increase in funding for the project. Caracappa has put his focus on quality of life, true affordable housing opportunities for veterans, for seniors and for young families who want to make their homes in Suffolk County. He has in-depth knowledge of budgets and is eager to continue paying down the county's debt to increase the bond rating where the end result will put more money back into the pockets of Suffolk County's hard working residents. Caracappa also has affiliations with numerous associations and organizations within the County. His resume is an impressive one where Caracappa served as a trustee on the Middle Country Board of Education, and he was vice president of the SeldenCentereach-Three Village Little
League. Add to this Caracappa's 34 years of service with Suffolk County Water Authority, where he served 14 years as President of Local 393 UWUA, these factors make him perfectly suitable to continue serving the residents of Suffolk County and the 4th LD. Let's take a look at the Democrat candidate for a moment. Tim Hall is not running any active campaign. This has been confirmed by representatives of the Democrat Committee. How is it that leaders on the Democrat side of the aisle could not find a suitable candidate to run for the 4th LD that would at least give residents a choice for the 4th LD? Caracappa has received the endorsements of the entire coalition of Suffolk County Law Enforcement agencies, multiple labor unions including but not limited to the Long Island Federation of Laborers, Nassau-Suffolk Building Trades, UWUA Local 393, Laborers Union Local 66, Communication Workers and IBEW. Add to this impressive list one more organization: South Shore Press proudly and unanimously endorses Nick Caracappa for re-election to the 4th Legislative District.
Anthony Figliola
In the 5th Suffolk County Legislative District race, which represents over 52,000 registered voters and encompasses communities from East Setauket to parts of Coram and Mt. Sinai, one candidate has emerged with a particularly resonant voice: Anthony Figliola. Born and bred in Suffolk County, Figliola's ties to the area run deep. The son of U.S. Navy veterans, he credits his indomitable spirit and strong values to the challenges faced and overcome by his parents. As a resident of East Setauket, where he raises his three children alongside his wife, Figliola embodies the community's aspirations. His professional trajectory of over two decades reflects a commendable blend of public and private sector roles. The Executive Vice President at
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a prominent government relations and economic development firm, Figliola, has also exhibited exemplary service as the Deputy Supervisor for the Town of Brookhaven. A pressing concern for our region, water quality, is paramount on Figliola's campaign docket. As he rightly points out, the South Shore is home to our sole source aquifer, necessitating diligent safeguarding of our water resources. His record is a testament to his commitment; Figliola has been proactive in amending legislative frameworks to empower communities to seek redress over chemical contamination issues. He recognizes the escalating challenge of contaminants in our water and is committed to mobilizing state and federal resources for comprehensive solutions.
Beyond environmental imperatives, Figliola is acutely aware of the gripping fentanyl epidemic that has besieged Suffolk County. His description of the county as the "ground zero" for the crisis underscores the gravity of the situation. Advocating for robust support to equip law enforcement and emphasizing the universality of the crisis, Figliola says, "This is not a partisan issue; it's a humanitarian crisis." Given his track record, deep-rooted community connections, and unwavering commitment to addressing pivotal issues, the South Shore Press wholeheartedly endorses Anthony Figliola for the 5th Suffolk County Legislative District. We believe he is the right choice to navigate the challenges and harness opportunities for the benefit of our communities.
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The South Shore Press • October 25, 2023 SUFFOLK COUNTY LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 6
Chad Lennon
In the race to represent Suffolk County's 6th Legislative District—a district boasting approximately 50,010 registered voters and spanning communities from Coram to Miller Place and hamlets like Ridge—the South Shore Press believes Chad Lennon is the ideal candidate to succeed six-term Legislator Sarah Anker.
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aide for Congressman Nick Lolota. But perhaps most striking is Lennon's ongoing service as a Major in the Marine Corps Reserves, serving our nation directly from the Pentagon's National Military Command Center. Lennon's past roles further underscore his versatility and commitment. His tenure as the Director of the Veterans Legal Clinic at Touro Law Center and his service as an Assistant District Attorney in Suffolk County highlight his legal acumen and dedication to justice. Lennon's membership with Local 14 in New York City outside the courtroom showcases a more profound commitment to labor rights and social justice.
Chad Lennon's candidacy stands out because of his impressive professional background and his unwavering commitment to public service. Currently a member of the respected Tully Rinke law firm, Lennon's legal expertise focuses on the unique challenges military personnel and veterans face. His dedication to service Never one to avoid extends further as he takes on challenging topics, Lennon's a dual role as a congressional recent public engagements
reveal a candidate willing to address contentious issues head-on. His stance on border security and the economic implications of drug trafficking demonstrates a clear-eyed view of the challenges facing our nation. Consistently, he champions the needs and rights of veterans, advocating for their prioritization in public policy discussions. Given his extensive experience, dedication to public service, and unwavering commitment to advocating for veterans and the broader community, the South Shore Press is proud to endorse Chad Lennon for the 6th Suffolk County Legislative District seat. We believe he has the vision and integrity to serve our community effectively.
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SUFFOLK COUNTY LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 7
Dominick Thorne
The South Shore Press is proud to endorse Dominick Thorne for Suffolk County Legislature in District 7. With the election swiftly approaching, the spotlight is on the 7th Legislative District, encompassing communities like Patchogue, East Patchogue, and Medford. Dominick Thorne, the Republican candidate and the incumbent legislator, has consistently shown dedication to responsible fiscal management, public safety, and addressing affordability concerns.
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tackling concerns tied to publicly financed campaigns. Thorne is committed to reaching out to oftenoverlooked segments of the district, championing American values, and fostering discussions that bridge divides.
district that includes growth while steadfastly preserving individual rights. Serving as the chair of the legislature's Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Medical Services & Preparedness committee and as a member of the county legislature's Seniors & Human Services Committee, Health Committee, and Public Works, Transportation & Energy Committee, Thorne possesses the experience and expertise needed to make meaningful contributions to Suffolk County.
His experience as a former volunteer EMS Critical Care Provider and organizer of a community watch program has instilled in him a deep sense of duty and honor in serving the community. Thorne's involvement in his church community further This district, stretching showcases his dedication to His endorsements from from Blue Point Avenue the district's well-being. various law enforcement in the west to the Bellport Thorne brings a agencies in the county Village line in the east and pragmatic approach to underscore his dedication reaching northwards to government, prioritizing to impactful and practical Middle Country Road, lies protection and service for all work. The South Shore entirely within the Town of residents, regardless of their Press urges the residents Brookhaven. It comprises backgrounds. He highly of District 7 to cast their 51 election precincts and regards law enforcement votes for Dominick Thorne is home to over 40,000 and frontline workers, on Election Day, ensuring registered voters. expressing gratitude for their that their community's Thorne's campaign unwavering commitment representation and progress emphasizes critical issues to safeguarding the continue to thrive. such as controlling spending, community. Thorne enhancing public safety, and envisions a future for the SUFFOLK COUNTY LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 12
Anthony A. Piccirillo
In Suffolk County's 8th Legislative District, the South Shore Press proudly endorses Anthony A. Piccirillo for reelection.
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crisis to protecting our drinking water. Anthony also stands firm against overdevelopment, championing smart growth to preserve our suburban charm.
Before entering politics, Anthony pursued his passion for history at Suffolk County Community College and Dowling College. His diverse experience in the private sector spans over two decades, As a legislator, Anthony providing him with a wellserves with dedication on rounded perspective. the Environment, Parks, and As a legislative aide for Agriculture Committee and the Veterans and Consumer Affairs Suffolk County Legislator Steve Committee. He has taken up the Flotteron, Anthony contributed mantle to address critical issues, significantly to initiatives like from Suffolk County's debt the Reduce County Spending Born and raised in Holbrook and Holtsville, Anthony knows the district inside and out. He's been a lifelong resident, and his commitment to our community is unquestionable.
Task Force. He played a pivotal role in ensuring transparency by drafting legislation to record and livestream committee meetings. Additionally, he has successfully advocated for recognizing Italian and Irish History Appreciation Months within Suffolk County. For our district's future, we need a representative who understands our community, shares our values, and works tirelessly on our behalf. Anthony A. Piccirillo is that representative. The South Shore Press proudly endorses Anthony A. Piccirillo for Suffolk County's 8th Legislative District.
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Leslie Kennedy
Denis Graziano
of registered voters in this district are under 65, and 90% of adults have completed high school, with 33% holding The South Shore Press bachelor's degrees. Leslie Kennedy's proudly endorses Leslie Kennedy as Suffolk County remarkable journey began Legislator in District 12 for with over 13 years of service re-election. As a lifelong as a legislative aide to Long Island resident raised Suffolk County Legislators Blydenburgh in Commack, Leslie Kennedy Donald has a deep-rooted connection and John Kennedy. This to her community and experience provided her a proven track record of with invaluable insights into effective governance and dedicated public service. District 12 encompasses constituent service. In 2015, the southern part of Kennedy assumed office as Smithtown, including the Suffolk County Legislator vibrant communities of and has since been a tireless Nesconset and Hauppauge. advocate for her constituents. This district is characterized Her legislative priorities by its predominantly upper- include taxpayer protection, middle-class demographic, environmental preservation, with 70% of residents and community safety. South Shore Press Endorsement: Leslie Kennedy for Suffolk County Legislature District 12
Kennedy's reporting incomes exceeding $45,000. An impressive 88% contributions
community have earned her numerous awards, including recognition from the Suffolk County Police Hispanic Society, former New York State Senate Majority Leader John Flanagan, and the Great South Bay Republican Club.
The South Shore Press wholeheartedly endorses Leslie Kennedy for re-election as Suffolk County Legislator in District 12. Her unwavering commitment to efficient governance, safeguarding taxpayer interests, and prioritizing community welfare makes her the ideal choice for this position. Democratic challenger Denis M. Graziano, 52, of Centereach, is not actively campaigning and did not respond to a request for more outstanding information. to the
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SUFFOLK COUNTY LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 13
The South Shore Press is proud to endorse Rob Trotta for re-election as Suffolk County Legislator in District 13. As a lifelong resident of the district and a dedicated public servant, Rob Trotta has consistently demonstrated his commitment to his community.
BROOKHAVEN RECEIVER OF TAXES
Louis Marcoccia
Rob Trotta
year career in the Suffolk County Police Department speaks to his dedication and service. He has received accolades such as "Cop of the Year" in 1993 and "Detective of the Year" in 2001. Beyond his law enforcement career, Trotta has been an active member of local organizations, including the Kings Park Soccer Club, Kings Park Neighbors Association, Kings Park Civic Association, and the Nissequogue River State Park Foundation.
District 13 covers parts of Smithtown and the Town of Huntington. Rob Trotta's educational journey led him to C. W. Post College, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and a One of Rob Trotta's Master’s degree in Labor defining achievements was Management from Stony his pivotal role in preventing Brook University. the development of a Trotta's impressive 25- significant housing project
on the former Kings Park State Hospital property. His dedication to preserving open spaces within the district remains a top priority. The South Shore Press wholeheartedly endorses Rob Trotta for re-election as Suffolk County Legislator in District 13. His unwavering commitment to efficient governance, safeguarding taxpayer interests, and preserving the district's open spaces makes him the ideal candidate for this position. We encourage residents of District 13 to show their support for Rob Trotta and ensure the continuation of his exceptional service.
BROOKHAVEN TOWN SUPERVISOR
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There’s no contest between Brookhaven’s popular receiver of taxes, Louis Marcoccia, and his opponent, who’s not even running a visible campaign. To continue his 15-year oversight of the office as an expert in technology and management, the South Shore Press endorses the incumbent for another four-year term. The tax receiver is running on his record of creating efficiencies in the office, including a system that enables online tax payments and a web portal providing residents with a wealth of tax information. Marcoccia is a former businessman with a wide range of management and finance expertise, which he readily shares through seminars and workshops. The number of employees
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in the department has gone down, while the amount of tax receipts he collects has gone up to an astounding $1.4 billion this year. Marcoccia is recognized as a national expert in technology, having testified in U.S. House and Senate Banking Committee hearings. He’s a national and internationally known speaker on software upgrade issues, having offered solutions to major corporations, and Brookhaven is fortunate to have him in this public service role. His expertise has been featured in various industry publications, and he’s shared his knowledge with others in 44 states and eight different countries.
to be a placeholder in the race for the Democrats. She did not participate in our candidate endorsement process and has no Internet presence. She did not respond to a number of calls seeking information about her campaign.
Marcoccia said his success centers on handson management and believes that results are accomplished when an elected official acts like a CEO and is not afraid to be involved in key aspects of the office, including strategic planning, public outreach, project management, re-engineering, and implementation of solutions. We agree and endorse this business executive who has decided His Democrat opponent, to devote his professional Tricia Chiaramonte, seems life to the residents of Brookhaven.
BROOKHAVEN HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT Daniel Panico
Brookhaven is one of the state's largest towns and has been operating efficiently for the last 12 years under the steady hand of Supervisor Edward Romaine. At his side has been 6th District Councilman Daniel Panico, who had earned the title of Deputy Supervisor. Given his success in Brookhaven, Romaine is well-positioned to be Suffolk's next county executive. Sharing in those successes, Panico deserves to take his place on the town board.
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disposal strategy that won't overburden town residents. He will be a guiding force as the huge waste management site is transformed into a green energy hub. Panico demonstrates an encyclopedic knowledge of Brookhaven and the issues faced by town residents down to the concerns of individual neighborhoods. He was a driving force behind the removal of more than 400 zombie homes and the preservation of hundreds of acres of farmland and open space. His dogged efforts to remove unsightly billboards on major town roads are noteworthy, as is his drive to remove political posters and illegal signage. He is a supporter of the Sunrise Wind cable that will deliver $170 million in revenue, especially for projects such as the 100-acre Patriots Preserve Park in Shirley, which he opened recently to great public appreciation.
Under their leadership, Brookhaven has maintained a Triple-A credit rating, the highest a municipality can achieve, and has stayed under the state's 2% tax cap every year they've been in office. Panico played a key role in bringing $1.86 billion in investments to the Yaphank industrial corridor and is making the massive redevelopment of Neighborhood Road in Mastic Beach a reality. He's one of the Panico is well-versed in the most transparent and plan to close the town landfill communicative public and will be at the forefront officials we've seen, of developing a waste
frequently posting updates on issues and interacting with residents on Social Media. One of his specialties is land use, which is of particular importance as Brookhaven begins to run out of space and has a need to repurpose storefronts and commercial areas already built. Sadly, his opponent, Democrat Lillian Clayman, the former mayor of Hamden, Conn. and past chairwoman of the Brookhaven Democratic Party, turned down an opportunity to interview with the South Shore Press, nor would she respond to requests to discuss her campaign. She wasn't even the first choice of her party as she is filling in for Margot Garant, who dropped out of the race due to health concerns. Given his experience in town government and quality-of-life results, we endorse Dan Panico to lead Brookhaven through the next generation of issues faced by the taxpayers.
Daniel Losquadro
Brookhaven Town has a vast road network of more than 3,700 lanemiles, which have been professionally managed by Highway Superintendent of Highways Daniel Losquadro for the past 10 years. He’s a frugal executive listing off many ways he gets the job done at the lowest cost to the taxpayers and has earned the endorsement of the South Shore Press for his reelection. Losquadro is a former county legislator and state assemblyman who knows how to work the levers of power to fund improvements to the local infrastructure. He’s teamed with the town board to increase the paving
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budget from $10 million annually to $15 million and has averaged about $25 million a year in outside grant money, the most noteworthy of which will go to expand the Hospital Road Bridge in Patchogue and the Sheep Pasture Road span in Port Jefferson. The superintendent put three, five, and 10-year plans into play and has checked off the boxes for progress on all of them. He inherited a department in very poor shape from former Superintendent, Democrat John Rouse, and changed the culture of the department. He’s computerized various operations, including work orders, and his ability to both monitor and manage
projects. His switching from a paper system provides measurable metrics and has put the data necessary to manage the 300-member department at his fingertips. Losquadro’s opponent, Mike Kaplan, showed himself as a dedicated public servant, having worked in the highway departments of other towns, but just doesn’t have the record of accomplishment and political pedigree of the current office holder. Brookhaven’s highway department accounts for about half of the town’s $330 million budget. We endorse Daniel Losquadro to be the steward of those monies for the next four years.
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The South Shore Press • October 25, 2023 BROOKHAVEN COUNCIL DISTRICT 1
Gary Bodenburg
The lone Democrat on the Brookhaven Town Board, Jonathan Kornreich, has one strike against him, in our opinion, by also running on the Working Families Party line. That, plus the fact that he chose not to participate in our endorsement process, makes it impossible for us to support his re-election. His opponent, political newcomer Gary Bodenburg, comes to the race with energy and an authentic zeal to serve his community. He takes direct aim at Kornreich for the quality of life problems experienced by his neighbors, including overcrowded homes and other town code violations he said the incumbent has been remiss in handling.
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Bodenburg is certainly accomplished and has the skills and qualifications to be an excellent member of the town council. He holds an associate degree from Suffolk Community College and an Elementary and Special Education Certification from St. Joseph's College. He went on to earn a Master's Degree and Educational Leadership Certification from Stony Brook University and a doctorate from St. John's University. Bodenburg is out there knocking on doors and is hearing resident complaints that are not being addressed. As a member of what will most likely be a GOP-dominated town board, the Republican will have a better chance of
focusing town resources to the district. He points to illegal immigration, Airbnbs, zombie homes, and off-campus housing from Stony Brook as his priorities and we agree that he is on the right side of these issues. Bodenburg expresses a sincere desire to make his community a better place for his young daughter and give her the same opportunities as previous generations. He wants to bring together the disparate interests of the district and create a stronger sense of community as residents drift apart. He calls his campaign a "rescue mission," and he has our endorsement to step into the fray.
BROOKHAVEN COUNCIL DISTRICT 3
BROOKHAVEN COUNCIL DISTRICT 2
Jane Bonner
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problem was. The activist focused police attention on a local burglary ring and hasn’t looked back. She went on to lead the civic association and serve on the school board. Devoted to her children as she is to her community, Bonner was a PTA volunteer and CYO coach. She learned the ropes of government as an aide to then-Legislator Dan Losquadro and has now Aside from her many become a go-to resource in accomplishments, it was a her own right. As a Conservative and comment she said came from her husband that caught our liaison to the Finance attention. He expressed his Department, Bonner is concern over her willingness on board with keeping a to go by herself to visit watchful eye on government residents who call her office spending and deserves credit with issues “to check on the for the town’s Triple-A bond situation.” This is a woman rating and staying below who donated a kidney to a the state tax cap for all of friend in need–she deserves her years in office. She’s a bird dog for outside grants, our utmost support. Bonner started out her having nailed down millions public service career as a for all kinds of projects, concerned resident going including Long Island Sound to civic meetings. She had stabilization and restoration, heard of a community leader reconstruction of the Mt. disparaging Rocky Point Sinai Harbor jetty, North and went to see what the Country Road and Rocky Jane Bonner has served longer than any of her colleagues on the Brookhaven Town Council and has built a reputation as a hard-working, fulltime representative. Her opponent, Carol Russell, while she earns our respect for not running on the Working Families Party line, doesn’t hold a candle to this civic-minded dynamo.
Point Business District improvements, Miller Place sidewalks, and major flood water mitigation efforts, to name a few. Bonner was instrumental in establishing a town ordinance that banned the clear-cutting of trees for solar farms and was behind the preservation of hundreds of acres of farmland and open space. She kept the Cedar Beach Nature Center from being demolished and created an environmental learning center for children. She’s out there doing beach clean-ups and has taken part in the Polar Plunge every year for the last 10 years to raise money for the Special Olympics. We could go on and on about Jane Bonner, but you get the picture. Her opponent may be a nice person and committed to her community, but not too many people hold a candle to this dedicated elected official. She has our endorsement for another four-year term.
BROOKHAVEN COUNCIL DISTRICT 4
Neil Manzella
The newest face on the Brookhaven Town Board, Neil Manzella, has the heart and devotion to his community that earns him the support of the South Shore Press. While he came in and made his case for his election to a full four-year term in the 3rd District, his opponent, Alyson Bass, couldn't be bothered. The race is a rematch from April when the two went at it to replace Kevin LaValle, who went on to become town clerk.
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economy. He will most likely be part of a team of Republicans that have held the line on taxes and kept Brookhaven's bond rating at the highest level, and we can count on him to keep the record going.
The incumbent is not taking the election for granted and is going door-to-door to meet his constituents and get familiar with their issues. He recognizes that the district has no beaches, except Lake Ronkonkoma, Manzella got right and is focused on making to the point, saying sure the many pocket he will be a champion parks are well maintained. for highway dollars to Manzella's opponent did repave the roads in his not respond to numerous area. He has two major requests for information roads running through about her campaign the district, Portion and and turned down an Middle Country, and is opportunity to discuss the focused on filling vacant race with the South Shore stores in these business Press. To her credit, she did areas to improve the local not pursue the Working
Families Party line, but that's not enough for a candidate unwilling to share her vision with this newspaper. Neil Manzella has a vision, and it includes a hard line against illegal immigration, railing against the soft-on-crime policies of the Democrats, and fighting state attempts to usurp local zoning to build multi-family housing. Manzella gained our respect by turning out to support county legislators who voted to hire a special counsel to advise on the illegal immigration crisis. He was attacked by the left-wing progressives but held his ground and earned his right to represent his community and not bow to the agendas of Albany or Washington. We support his election.
Michael Loguercio
Councilman Michael Loguercio sets himself apart from most residents by his service to the community. He's been with the school board, civic associations, chamber of commerce, Rotary, and the Lions. And when the siren goes off, he responds as a member of the fire department's rescue squad. An eight-year incumbent, he deserves our support for another four-year term as representative of the 4th District. Loguercio has been right there with Supervisor Edward Romaine, holding the town below the state tax cap and sharing credit for maintaining Brookhaven's perfect Triple-A bond rating. He points to a zero financial stress score recently given to the town by the state comptroller, the best possible,
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as another feather in the part of a town board that has preserved hundreds of acres town's financial cap. An emergency volunteer, of farmland and open space. Loguercio puts public safety high on his list of priorities and can be relied on to counter the pro-crime policies of the Democrats. He is a key player in taking down zombie homes and has strong relationships with Suffolk law enforcement and town public safety officers to improve the quality of life and make communities safer.
He's integral to efforts to bring new businesses to the Montauk Highway corridor in a district that includes Bellport, North Bellport, and Brookhaven Hamlet, and has plans, in conjunction with Suffolk County, to improve the Gordon Heights tax base with businesses and services that residents need. He's been
Not a career politician, the councilman has over 40 years of experience as a licensed insurance broker and insurance technology expert, who's also been a journalist for an insurance trade publication where he wrote a bi-weekly column on risk management for more than 10 years. His opponent, Cameron Trent, is a member of the South Country School Board and earnestly desires to serve his community in a greater capacity. But he is no match for Loguercio’s record of community involvement and record of achievement. Mike Loguercio is a long-time champion of the citizenry and has earned our endorsement.
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BROOKHAVEN COUNCIL DISTRICT 5
Neil Foley
A perfect example of a "Citizen Legislator" is Neil Foley, a man from the corporate world who is filling a civic role in local government. He's won four elections by ever-increasing margins to represent Brookhaven's 5th Council District and is a favorite in his fifth campaign. His challenger, Francis Salazar, was recently elected to the Patchogue-Medford School Board but has not made an effort to defend his platform before the South Shore Press Editorial Board. A senior vice president with New York Cancer & Blood Specialists, Foley considers his political life a blessing as he derives great satisfaction in working for his community. His district is one of Brookhaven's most diverse, and he enjoys support from all sectors, including both the Republicans of his own party and the Democrats. He considers himself a friend,
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mentor, psychologist, and The 5th District has the psychiatrist to his constituents largest development going and plays the role well. on in Suffolk County, the Foley is part of the team Ronkonkoma Hub, which Foley led by Supervisor Edward supports, but he cautions that Romaine that has consistently while he favors development redevelopment, he brought in the town's budget and wholeheartedly believes in under the state tax cap and boosted Brookhaven's bond open space and doesn't want rating to the highest for a to see Brookhaven turn into municipality. He previously Brooklyn or Queens. He will served on the town's Board continue to be a strong voice of Zoning Appeals and has against the move by Gov. been active with his kids in Kathy Hochul to override local the Patchogue-Medford Youth zoning to place multi-family Organization and Bayport- housing in neighborhoods that don't want it. Blue Point Little League. Foley supports green energy, but on a case-bycase basis, especially when it comes to locating battery storage facilities in local neighborhoods. He will most likely be on the board as the town closes the Yaphank landfill and transitions to alternate waste disposal options. We can count on him as a sane voice representing the best interests of the taxpayers.
Foley's level of respect earned him consideration to replace Congressman Lee Zeldin, and he could very well have been the RepublicanConservative candidate had the district lines not changed. He is indeed of Congressional timber and is a key member of the town board. He deserves our endorsement for another term.
BROOKHAVEN COUNCIL DISTRICT 6
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SMITHTOWN TOWN COUNCIL
Lisa Inzerillo
The South Shore Press is proud to announce its endorsement of two distinguished candidates in the upcoming Smithtown Town Council elections. Both Republican incumbents, Lisa Inzerillo and Thomas Lohmann, have earned the endorsement of the South Shore Press due to their exemplary commitment to the values and principles that shape Smithtown. Lisa Inzerillo and Thomas Lohmann have shown an unwavering dedication to serving their community, reflecting Smithtown's diverse needs, encompassing six hamlets and three incorporated villages and boasting 48,000 registered voters. Thomas Lohmann, with a commendable 21-year career as a detective in the New York City Police Department, brings a wealth of law enforcement experience and principles to the forefront. He stands firm in his belief in core values and principles deeply rooted in his campaign's core. Lohmann's focus on essential town issues, particularly the imperative for critical infrastructure development, is remarkable. His
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advocacy for sewer installations in Kings Park, Smithtown, and St. James underscores his vision for stimulating economic growth. Lohmann's dedication to improving the town's infrastructure is visible, with proposed capital projects amounting to $119 million. Lohmann is a proponent of well-structured green energy initiatives in environmental issues and emphasizes an incremental approach to sustainability. His contribution to renovating and upgrading 60-70% of local parks reflects his dedication to the community's public spaces. Lisa Inzerillo brings her history of civic association involvement and town board service to the table, further enhancing the Republican ticket. Her passionate commitment to fostering positive change resonates strongly as she describes her current role as "the best job I've ever had." With a clear vision for preserving Smithtown's unique identity, Inzerillo advocates for balanced growth while safeguarding the town's distinctive character. Her priorities extend to leading sewer initiatives and securing
grants for the revitalization of Smithtown Theatre. Inzerillo's unwavering stance against illegal immigration demonstrates her dedication to the town's security and well-being. She also opposes solar farms and battery facilities, driven by her profound love for the town's landscape. Education holds a special place in Inzerillo's heart as she endeavors to bridge gaps in history education among children. Her efforts to promote civic awareness and a deeper understanding of government processes are pivotal in contributing to a more informed and engaged community. The South Shore Press recognizes that Lisa Inzerillo and Thomas Lohmann embody the qualities and principles essential for serving Smithtown effectively. Their dedication to preserving Smithtown's essence, fostering growth, and ensuring its continued prosperity aligns perfectly with the diverse needs and values of the 8th Legislative District. Both candidates' unwavering commitment, deep-rooted principles, and passion for public service make them exceptional choices for Smithtown Town Council.
SMITHTOWN TOWN CLERK
Karen Dunne Kesnig
Kerry Spooner
A no-nonsense community leader who said she makes her decisions based on the facts before her has our support to succeed Councilman Daniel Panico in Brookhaven’s 6th District.
hotly contested school board seat. She was committed to doing the right thing for the children and the taxpayers of the district and promises to carry that philosophy to the town board.
Karen Dunne Kesnig brings to the race a wealth of experience and a decadeslong commitment to her community that puts her head and shoulders above her opponent, Kerry Spooner, a Democrat also running on the Working Families Party line. Kesnig served on the Eastport-South Manor School Board for 22 years and started the Manorville Chamber of Commerce as an attorney with her own private law practice for the past 38 years. She serves on the Brookhaven Planning Board and is endorsed by Panico. As his successor in large part because of her land use expertise, a crucial issue in moving Brookhaven forward.
Kesnig acknowledges the good and the bad regarding development issues and the red tape residents sometimes have to go through, and comes across as a sincere voice in making changes for the better, especially in the town’s IT Department, which she said she’s had some issues with. She’s in favor of preserving open space in the eastern part of the district and revitalizing properties to the west, including the redevelopment of Neighborhood Road in Mastic Beach, a major project championed by Panico
Kesnig said she is driven to succeed in everything she sets her mind to, from running for class president to winning a
As a member of the board of education, Kesnig admitted she wasn't liked by everyone, saying that it didn't really matter as long as she was doing the right thing. We find that refreshing in an elected official and trust that she will stay strong in
representing her district. Kesnig revealed that she did not aspire to the council position and was drafted to run over other members of her party from the district’s more populated areas. But she has risen to the occasion, and we believe she will be an asset to the town board and a key ally to her predecessor as he moves forward with a difficult agenda. Panico is the handson favorite to replace Edward Romaine as supervisor and will have an experienced and knowledgeable colleague in Kesnig. "I've never been particularly political,” Kesnig told the South Shore Press Editorial Board. “I've always been a registered Republican, and I still very much am, but that's not how I make my decisions. My decisions are based on what I think is right based on the facts and the information that I have before me." That says it all and clinches our endorsement of Karen Dunne Kesnig for a four-year term on the town board.
Thomas McCarthy
In the upcoming elections, one position stands out for its critical role in local governance: Town Clerk. This office serves as the administrative backbone of our community, responsible for record-keeping, facilitating essential applications, and providing vital services to our residents. The South Shore Press is pleased to announce its wholehearted endorsement of Thomas McCarthy for the esteemed position of Town Clerk, given his remarkable qualifications and unwavering commitment to modernizing this vital office. The Town Clerk's responsibilities encompass various crucial tasks that keep our town running smoothly. From preserving official records and documents to overseeing elections and issuing various licenses and permits, the Town Clerk plays a central role in our daily lives. Moreover, the Town Clerk's office is a vital resource for residents seeking essential
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services related to veterans' affairs, education, medical care, and housing. ThomAired NYC Detective Thomas McCarthy garnered significant endorsements and support from prestigious organizations such as the New York City Detectives Endowment Association and the Suffolk County Police Superior Officers Association. McCarthy's career trajectory boasts executive management, administration, and security roles, providing him with invaluable insights into the intricacies of efficient and secure record-keeping. McCarthy envisions a future for the Town Clerk's office that revolves around modernization and efficiency. His vision includes implementing cutting-edge digital record-keeping systems, streamlining application processes, and expanding services related to veterans, education, medical care, and
housing. McCarthy's dedication to embracing technology and innovation aligns seamlessly with the evolving needs of our Smithtown residents. The South Shore Press firmly believes that Thomas McCarthy's qualifications, extensive experience, and forward-thinking approach make him an exceptional candidate for the role of Smithtown Town Clerk. His commitment to enhancing the office's functionality and unwavering dedication to serving our community effectively render him the ideal choice for this significant position. The South Shore Press proudly endorses Thomas McCarthy for Town Clerk as our beloved Smithtown community gears up to cast their votes. We are confident in his ability to lead with efficiency, innovation, and an unshakable commitment to the residents of Smithtown.
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Jim MAZZARELLA FOR
COUNTY LEGISLATOR
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SUPPORT THE ROMAINE, PANICO, MAZZARELLA, DUNNE KESNIG TEAM!
Dear Neighbor, We hope we can count on your vote in the upcoming elections which will help to ensure good government in Suffolk County and Brookhaven Town! We are committed to making our communities safe and affordable while working to bring you the quality of life that you deserve . Thank you!
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Estate Planning with a Dementia Diagnosis
ASK NANCY BY NANCY BURNER, ESQ.
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My dad has dementia and he never completed estate planning documents. What should I do?
The question is whether your father still has legal capacity to complete his estate planning documents. Legal capacity can be tricky to define with precision, and the particular legal standard can vary depending on the document. In general, an individual has legal capacity if they are able to comprehend the nature and consequences of the document they are signing. For example, New York’s General Obligations Law governs the requirements to execute a valid Power of Attorney. In this context, capacity refers to the person's “ability to comprehend the nature and consequences of the act of executing and granting, revoking, amending or modifying a power of attorney, any provision in a power of attorney” and who can act as an agent under it. If your father has dementia, it doesn't automatically mean he can't execute estate planning documents. If his dementia is not severe and he understands what
the documents are for and who he's giving authority to, he can still create needed documents. The key documents he should consider are a Power of Attorney (for financial matters), Health Care Proxy (for medical decisions), Living Will (end-of-life medical preferences), and a Will or Trust (for distributing his assets after he passes away). If your father doesn't have the legal capacity, the only option left is to start a guardianship process in New York Supreme Court. Once a guardian is appointed, they'll have the legal power to perform the tasks that would normally be done by an agent under a Power of Attorney or Health Care Proxy. This allows you or the appointed guardian to help your father with his personal matters, even if he hasn't completed his estate plan. It is more necessary than ever to find your father an experienced attorney to ensure the right steps are taken to protect his well-being and assets. An elder law attorney will be instrumental in the first
step of assessing your father’s capacity to sign legal documents. If he lacks capacity, an elder law attorney can provide guidance on whether a guardianship proceeding is necessary. It is never too late to seek the advice of an experienced
elder law attorney. Nancy Burner, Esq. and Britt Burner, Esq. are partners at Burner Prudenti Law, P.C. focusing their practice areas on Estate Planning, Elder Law and Trusts and Estates. Burner Prudenti
Law, P.C. serves clients from New York City to the east end of Long Island with offices located in East Setauket, Westhampton Beach, Manhattan and East Hampton.
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POETICALLY SPEAKING
IN THIS YOUR TIME OF LOSS
BY NINA JOURAWLEFF
Feeling That Nudge To Spread My Wings Alongside continuing my poetic contributions to the South Shore Press, I’m thinking of creation a children’s book in the near future, given the right circumstances. Forming the written portion of that prospective project will most likely be the poem submitted in this week’s issue. As for the book’s illustrative content, I plan on recruiting the talent of one of my very artistic brothers. In the World of Daydreams I Can: Ride on the tail of a comet, slide down a rainbow to slope on a fluffy white cloud beneath a sky of blue, dive into the ocean,
Our family serving yours since 1976 able to swim down there for as long as I want without any gear to supply me with air travel to the future or back in time.
O great is the number of I cans on that I can list of mine, with the most important of them all being where I could turn, with the wave of a magic wand all that is bad into good!
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LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES
L15505 – 10/11/2023, 10/18/2023, 10/25/2023 & 11/1/2023
NOTICE OF SALE
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 07/26/2019, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY 11738, on 11/8/2023 at 11:00 a.m., premises known as 43 Tree Road, Centereach, New York 11720, And Described As Follows:
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The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the District and Suffolk County Auction Plan in effect at this time. John William Doyle, Referee
FRENKEL LAMBERT WEISS WEISMAN & GORDON LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 L15521 – 10/4/2023, 10/11/2023, 10/18/2023 & 10/25/2023 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR NOVASTAR MORTGAGE FUNDING TRUST, SERIES 2007-2 Plaintiff, Against
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Notice of formation of ADMIN FLEET SOLUTIONS, LLC, a limited liability company. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNY) on 7/10/2023. Office located in Suffolk County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to SALLY KLOCHAK, 21 LONGWOOD ROAD, MIDDLE ISLAND, NY 11953. Purpose: any lawful purpose.
Hill, Farmingville, NY on November 1, 2023 at 1:00 PM premises known as 128 Pineneck Avenue, Patchogue a/k/a East Patchogue, NY 11772. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the County of Suffolk, State of New York, SECTION: 981.10, BLOCK: 02.00, LOT: 014.000; District 0200. Approximate amount of judgment is $134,819.46 plus interests and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 207021/2022.
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SUPREME COURT: SUFFOLK COUNTY. WINDWARD BORA LLC, Pltf. vs. DEBBIE MARTY, et al, Defts. Index #616952/2019. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered March 10, 2023, I will sell at public auction at Brookhaven Town Hall, One Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY on November 15, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. premises k/a 67 Ohio Avenue, Medford, NY 11763 a/k/a District 0200, Section 734.00, Block 03.00, Lot 012.000. Said property commencing at the southwesterly corner thereof on the easterly side of Ohio Avenue, distant 242 ft. northerly from the intersection of the northerly side of Robinson Avenue with the easterly side of Ohio Avenue, being a plot 50 ft. x 100 ft. Approximate amount of judgment is $93,474.04 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. ANNETTE EADERESTO, Referee. MARGOLIN, WEINREB & NIERER, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 165 Eileen Way, Ste. 101, Syosset, NY 11791. #100761
FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, Pltf. vs. MELISSA & NEIL COMPANY, L.L.C., et al, Defts. Index #601836/2022. Pursuant to an amended judgment of foreclosure and sale entered July 14, 2023, I will sell at public auction on the steps of the Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY on November 9, 2023 at 9:00 a.m., prem. k/a 125 Mark Tree Road, Centereach, NY a/k/a District 0200, Section 487, Block 01.00, Lot 030.001. Said property beginning at a point on the westerly side of Mark Tree, said point being distant 1098.78 ft. northerly from the end of a curve connecting the northerly side of Market Street with the westerly side of Mark Tree Road; Running thence along the northerly side of land now or formerly of F & P Realty Co., Inc., NW, 125.12 feet; Thence along the easterly side of land shown on map of Dawn Estates, Map No. 1945, NE, 165.56 feet (Actual) 170.00 feet (Deed); Thence along the southerly side of land now or formerly of Kwik Check Realty Co., SE, 125.12 feet; Thence along the westerly side of Mark Tree Road, SW, 165.56 feet (Actual) 170.00 feet ( Deed) to the point or place of beginning. Approx. amt. of judgment is $893,421.34 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. PATRICIA M. BLAKE, Referee. JASPAN SCHLESINGER NARENDRAN, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., File No.- #100729
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ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town
of Brookhaven, County of the Town of Brookhaven, Suffolk, and State of County of Suffolk and State New York. of New York. District 0209 Section 032.00, Block 05.00 District 0200 Section 469.00 and Lot 030.00. Block 01.00 Lot 026.000 The approximate amount of Approximate amount of the current Judgment lien judgment $155,967.83 plus is $303,464.33 plus interest interest and costs. Premises and costs. The Premises will will be sold subject to be sold subject to provisions provisions of filed Judgment. of the aforesaid Judgment of Index #619055/2017. Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 602786/2015 Annette Eaderesto, Esq., Referee, Terence M. Quinn, Esq., Aldridge Pite, LLP Referee. Attorneys for Plaintiff - 40 MCCABE, WEISBERG Marcus Drive, Suite 200, & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Melville, NY 11747 MIDLAND AVENUE, SUITE 205, PORT L15540 – 10/4/2023, CHESTER, NY 10573 10/11/2023, 10/18/2023 & Dated: 9/15/2023 File 10/25/2023 Number: 560-2261 RS Notice of formation of L15530 – 10/4/2023, DOUBLE BARREL BBQ 10/11/2023, 10/18/2023 & LI, LLC, a limited liability 10/25/2023 company. Articles of Organization filed with the NOTICE OF SALE Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNY) on SUPREME COURT- 09/20/2023. Office located COUNTY OF SUFFOLK in Suffolk County. SSNY has been designated for service WELLS FARGO of process. SSNY shall mail BANK, NATIONAL a copy of any process served ASSOCIATION AS against the LLC to THE TRUSTEE FOR MERRILL LIMITED LIABILITY LYNCH MORTGAGE COMPANY, 5 TURNPIKE INVESTORS TRUST, BLVD, MIDDLE ISLAND, MORTGAGE LOAN NY 11953. Purpose: any A S S E T - B A C K E D lawful purpose. CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-OPT1, Plaintiff, L15546 – 10/4/2023, AGAINST 10/11/2023, 10/18/2023, CAROL ANN BUBNIS- 10/25/2023, 11/1/2023 & SVOBODA, et al. 11/8/2023 Defendant(s) REFEREE'S NOTICE OF Pursuant to a judgment of SALE IN FORECLOSURE foreclosure and sale duly SUPREME COURT entered on July 18, 2022. COUNTY OF SUFFOLK HSBC BANK I, the undersigned Referee, USA, NATIONAL will sell at public auction ASSOCIATION, AS at Brookhaven Town TRUSTEE FOR THE Hall, 1 Independence Hill, HOLDERS OF THE Farmingville, NY 11738 on DEUTSCHE ALT-A November 1, 2023 at 10:30 SECURITIES, INC. AM premises known as 60 MORTGAGE LOAN Lynbrook Drive, Mastic TRUST, MORTGAGE Beach, NY 11951. PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATE SERIES Please take notice that this 2007-OA4, Plaintiff - against foreclosure auction shall be - ROSEMARY IMBESI, et al conducted in compliance Defendant(s). with the Foreclosure Pursuant to a Judgment of Auction Rules for Suffolk Foreclosure and Sale entered County and the COVID 19 on February 1, 2019. I, Health Emergency Rules, the undersigned Referee including proper use of will sell at public auction masks and social distancing. at the Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, All that certain plot piece Farmingville, NY 11738 on or parcel of land, with the the 14th day of November, buildings and improvements 2023 at 10:30 AM. All that thereon erected, situate, lying certain plot, piece or parcel and being at Mastic Beach, in of land, with the buildings
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and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Patchogue, Town of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk. Premises known as 240 North Ocean Avenue, Patchogue, New York 11772. (District: 0204, Section: 005.00, Block: 04.00, Lot: 029.000) Approximate amount of lien $707,151.36 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 607523/2016. Daniel J. Murphy, Esq., Referee. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 Tel. 347/286-7409 For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www. Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832 Dated: September 11, 2023 During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. L15550 – 10/11/2023, 10/18/2023, 10/25/2023 & 11/1/2023 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK JAMES B. NUTTER & COMPANY, V. VINCENT CELLI AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF RAPHAEL CELLI, ET. AL. NOTICE OF SALE
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LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated July 28, 2023, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk, wherein JAMES B. NUTTER & COMPANY is the Plaintiff and VINCENT CELLI AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF RAPHAEL CELLI, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the BROOKHAVEN TOWN HALL, 1 INDEPENDENCE HILL, FARMINGVILLE, NY 11738, on November 9, 2023 at 12:30PM, premises known as 3 STAR COURT EAST, PATCHOGUE, NY 11772: District 0200, Section 898.00, Block 02.00, Lot 093.000:
SEAN P. FORD, ET AL., Defendant(s). SOUTH: Land now or formerly Town of Pursuant to an Order Brookhaven Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of EAST: Land now or formerly Foreclosure and Sale duly Twenty-Three SAC Self entered on August 25, 2023, Storage Corporation I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction Notice is hereby given that at the Brookhaven Town the Town of Brookhaven Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Planning Board will hold a Farmingville, NY 11738 on public hearing on Monday, November 29, 2023 at 12:30 November 6, 2023, at 4:00 p.m., premises known as 59 P.M at the Town Hall Silver Street, Patchogue, Auditorium, 1 Independence NY 11772. All that certain Hill, Farmingville, NY plot, piece or parcel of 11738, located on the land, with the buildings second floor of Town Hall. and improvements thereon Adjacent property owners erected, situate, lying and and/or others interested being at Patchogue, Town in any way in the proposal of Brookhaven, County of may communicate with the Suffolk and State of New Planning Board at the Public York, District 0200, Section Hearing. Anyone interested 975.40, Block 06.00 and in submitting written Lot 024.000. Approximate comments to the Board amount of judgment is may also do so via email at $401,039.29 plus interest emccallion@brookhavenny. and costs. Premises will be gov. sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # This notice is advertised 619427/2018. COVID-19 in accordance with the safety protocols will be requirements of Town law. followed at the foreclosure DATED: October 21, 2023 sale.
ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW John William Doyle, Esq., YOUR Referee Premises will be sold subject to provisions of Eckert Seamans Cherin filed Judgment Index # & Mellott, LLC, 10 Bank 069343/2014. Michael Street, Suite 700, White Clancy, Esq. - Referee. Plains, New York 10606, Robertson, Anschutz, Attorneys for Plaintiff Schneid, Crane & Partners, 10/25/2023, PLLC 900 Merchants L15559 Concourse, Suite 310, 11/1/2023, 11/8/2023 & Westbury, New York 11590, 11/15/2023 Attorneys for Plaintiff. NOTICE OF PUBLIC All foreclosure sales HEARING will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 Associates guidelines including, Mid-Coram but not limited to, social Inc. located at 407 Middle distancing and mask Country Rd, Coram New wearing. *LOCATION York 11727, has made an OF SALE SUBJECT application to the Town TO CHANGE DAY OF of Brookhaven - Planning IN ACCORDANCE Board for a Site Plan WITH COURT/CLERK with Special Permit and Variances. The project is DIRECTIVES. known as Public Storage @ L15551 – 10/11/2023, Coram, located 3,700 feet 10/18/2023, 10/25/2023, west of State Route 112 (Medford Road), south side 11/1/2023 of State Route 25 (Middle Country Road), Coram, NOTICE OF SALE Town of Brookhaven, SUPREME COURT Suffolk County, New York as COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, described as follows: U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS NORTH: Right of Way INDENTURE TRUSTEE, known as State Route 25 FOR THE CIM TRUST 2016-FRE1, MORTGAGE- WEST: Land now or BACKED NOTES, SERIES formerly Public Storage 2016-FRE1, Plaintiff, vs. Institutional Fund
Steven J. Wilutis, Chairperson
GENERAL OR SPECIFIC LIEN UPON THE REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN THIS ACTION; SUCH UNKNOWN PERSONS BEING HEREIN GENERALLY DESCRIBED AND INTENDED TO BE INCLUDED IN WIFE, WIDOW, HUSBAND, WIDOWER, HEIRS AT LAW, NEXT OF KIN, DESCENDANTS, E X E C U T O R S , ADMINISTRATORS, DEVISEES, LEGATEES, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, COMMITTEES, LIENORS, AND ASSIGNEES OF SUCH DECEASED, ANY AND ALL PERSONS DERIVING INTEREST IN OR LIEN UPON, OR TITLE TO SAID REAL PROPERTY BY, THROUGH OR UNDER THEM, OR EITHER OF THEM, AND THEIR RESPECTIVE WIVES, WIDOWS, HUSBANDS, WIDOWERS, HEIRS AT LAW, NEXT OF KIN, DESCENDANTS, E X E C U T O R S , ADMINISTRATORS, DEVISEES, LEGATEES, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, COMMITTEES, LIENORS, Esq., AND ASSIGNS, ALL OF
WHOM AND WHOSE NAMES, EXCEPT AS STATED, ARE UNKNOWN TO PLAINTIFF, PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ON BEHALF OF THE IRS JOHN DOE (Those unknown tenants, occupants, persons or corporations or their heirs, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, guardians, assignees, creditors or successors claiming an interest in the mortgaged premises.) Defendant(s). MORTGAGED PREMISES: 339 Barton Avenue East Patchogue, NY 11772 AKA 339 Barton Avenue, East Patchogue, NY 11772 To the Above named Defendant: You are hereby summoned to answer the Complaint in this action, and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the Complaint is not served with this Supplemental Summons, to serve a notice of appearance, on the Plaintiff(s) attorney(s) within twenty days after the service of this Supplemental Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the
L15560 – 10/25/2023 Supplemental Summons and Notice of Object of Action SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK Action to Foreclose a Mortgage INDEX #: 201179/2022 FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION Plaintiff, vs KENNETH W BLOOM, CLERK OF THE SUFFOLK COUNTY TRAFFIC & PARKING VIOLATIONS AGENCY, SUNRISE FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, M O R T G A G E E L E C T R O N I C REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. MERS ACTING SOLELY AS A NOMINEE FOR CORRIDOR MORTGAGE GROUP, INC., UNKNOWN HEIRS OF STEVEN R. BLOOM IF LIVING, AND IF HE/SHE BE DEAD, ANY AND ALL PERSONS UNKNOWN TO PLAINTIFF, CLAIMING, OR WHO MAY CLAIM TO HAVE AN INTEREST IN, OR
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service is complete if this Supplemental Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York). In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. The Attorney for Plaintiff has an office for business in the County of Erie. Trial to be held in the County of Suffolk. The basis of the venue designated above is the location of the Mortgaged Premises. TO UNKNOWN HEIRS OF STEVEN R. BLOOM Defendant In this Action. The foregoing Supplemental Summons is served upon you by publication, pursuant to an order of HON. Susan Betsy Heckman Torres of the Supreme Court Of The State Of New York, dated the Fourth day of October, 2023 and filed with the Complaint in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk, in the City of Riverhead. The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage upon the premises described below, executed by Kenneth W Bloom dated the April 26, 2019, to secure the sum
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LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES of $299,246.00 and recorded at Book M00023028, Page 125 in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk, on the May 15, 2019. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by an assignment executed January 8, 2020 and recorded on February 24, 2020, in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk at Book M00023108, Page 705. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by an assignment executed August 19, 2021 and recorded on September 17, 2021, in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk at Book M00023326, Page 526; The property in question is described as follows: 339 Barton Avenue, East Patchogue, NY 11772 AKA 339 Barton Avenue, East Patchogue, NY 11772 NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. DATED: October 12, 2023 Gross Polowy LLC Attorney(s) For Plaintiff(s) 1775 Wehrle Drive, Suite 100 Williamsville, NY 14221 The law firm of Gross Polowy, LLC and the attorneys whom it employs are debt collectors who are attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained by them will be used for that purpose. 78268 L15562 – 10/25/2023, 11/1/2023, 11/8/2023 & 11/15/2023 Supplemental Summons and Notice of Object of Action Supreme Court Of The State Of New York County Of Suffolk Action to Foreclose a Mortgage Index #: 607939/2023 Mortgage Assets Management,
LLC Plaintiff, vs Public Administrator Of Suffolk County, As Administrator Of The Estate Of Lisa Winters, Amber Eleanor Cabot AKA Amber Cabot As Heir To The Estate Of Lisa Winters If Living, And If He/She Be Dead, Any And All Persons Unknown To Plaintiff, Claiming, Or Who May Claim To Have An Interest In, Or General Or Specific Lien Upon The Real Property Described In This Action; Such Unknown Persons Being Herein Generally Described And Intended To Be Included In Wife, Widow, Husband, Widower, Heirs At Law, Next Of Kin, Descendants, Executors, Administrators, Devisees, Legatees, Creditors, Trustees, Committees, Lienors, And Assignees Of Such Deceased, Any And All Persons Deriving Interest In Or Lien Upon, Or Title To Said Real Property By, Through Or Under Them, Or Either Of Them, And Their Respective Wives, Widows, Husbands, Widowers, Heirs At Law, Next Of Kin, Descendants, Executors, Administrators, Devisees, Legatees, Creditors, Trustees, Committees, Lienors, And Assigns, All Of Whom And Whose Names, Except As Stated, Are Unknown To Plaintiff, United States Of America On Behalf Of The Secretary Of Housing And Urban Development, People Of The State Of New York, Clerk Of The Suffolk County Traffic & Parking Violations Agency, Town Of Brookhaven PVB, United States Of America On Behalf Of The IRS “John Doe #1” through “John DoE #12,” the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the Subject Property described in the Complaint, Defendant(s). Mortgaged Premises: 77 Spar Drive Mastic Beach, NY 11951 To the Above named Defendant: You are hereby summoned to answer the Complaint in this action, and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the Complaint is not served with this Supplemental Summons, to serve a notice of appearance, on the Plaintiff(s) attorney(s) within twenty days after the
service of this Supplemental Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this Supplemental Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York). In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. The Attorney for Plaintiff has an office for business in the County of Erie. Trial to be held in the County of Suffolk. The basis of the venue designated above is the location of the Mortgaged Premises. TO Amber Eleanor Cabot AKA Amber Cabot, Defendant In this Action. The foregoing Supplemental Summons is served upon you by publication, pursuant to an order of HON. Susan Betsy Heckman Torres of the Supreme Court Of The State Of New York, dated the Fifth day of October, 2023 and filed with the Complaint in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk, in the City of Riverhead. The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage upon the premises described below, originated by BNY Mortgage Company LLC dated December 29, 2005, executed by Lisa Winters (who died on October 12, 2017, a resident of the county of Suffolk, State of New York) to secure the sum of $375,000.00. The Mortgage was recorded at Book M00021247, Page 545 in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk on March 6, 2006. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by an assignment executed December 29, 2005 and recorded on March 6, 2006, in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk at Book M00021247, Page 547. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by an assignment executed June 27, 2007 and recorded on August 14, 2007, in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk at Book M00021583, Page 795. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by a corrective assignment executed March 8, 2012 and recorded on April 23, 2012, in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk at Book M00022195, Page 59. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by an assignment executed November 20, 2012 and recorded on January 17,
2013, in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk at Book M00022294, Page 455. The mortgage was subsequently assigned to Mortgage Assets Management, LLC by an assignment executed on May 12, 2022 and sent for recording in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk; The property in question is described as follows: 77 Spar Drive, Mastic Beach, NY 11951 HELP FOR HOMEOWNERS IN FORECLOSURE NEW YORK STATE LAW REQUIRES THAT WE SEND YOU THIS NOTICE ABOUT THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY. SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME. IF YOU FAIL TO RESPOND TO THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT IN THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION, YOU MAY LOSE YOUR HOME. PLEASE READ THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT CAREFULLY. YOU SHOULD IMMEDIATELY CONTACT AN ATTORNEY OR YOUR LOCAL LEGAL AID OFFICE TO OBTAIN ADVICE ON HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF. SOURCES OF INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE The state encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure. In addition to seeking assistance from an attorney or legal aid office, there are government agencies and non-profit organizations that you may contact for information about possible options, including trying to work with your lender during this process. To locate an entity near you, you may call the toll-free helpline maintained by the New York State Department of Financial Services at 1-800-342-3736 or the Foreclosure Relief Hotline 1-800-269-0990 or visit the department's website at WWW.DFS. NY.GOV. RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO LEAVE YOUR HOME AT THIS TIME. YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO STAY IN YOUR HOME DURING THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO LEAVE YOUR HOME UNLESS
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Dated: October 17, 2023 L15568 – 10/25/2023 NOTICE TO BIDDERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to a resolution of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Mastic Fire District, sealed bids for a new 1,500 gpm Initial Attack Pumper for the Fire District will be accepted at the office of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Mastic Fire District, P.O. Box 85, 1080 Mastic Road, Mastic NY 11950, until 7 PM (prevailing time) on the 6th day of November, 2023, at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids shall be submitted in
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LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES sealed envelopes at the above address and shall bear on the face thereof the name and address of the bidder and the words: “Initial Attack Pumper Bid – Mastic Fire District.” Detailed specifications regarding bidding and equipment will be available at the offices of the Fire District between the hours of 9 AM and 3 PM on regular business days commencing immediately. Due to exigent circumstances, this bid requires delivery of a completed apparatus within sixty (60) days of bid award. The contract for the above item will be awarded by the Board of Fire Commissioners to the lowest responsible bidder. In cases where two or more responsible bidders submit identical bids as to price, the Board of Fire Commissioners may award the contract to either of such bidders. The Board of Fire Commissioners reserves the right to reject all bids and/or to re-advertise for new bids in its discretion.
The MASTIC FIRE DISTRICT maintains a Capital Reserve Fund designated as the Fund for Equipment under Section 6(g) of the General Municipal Law in which account there is sufficient funds to accomplish the purpose hereinafter set forth; namely, the purchase of a New Mini - Pumper Attack Truck and Equipment, and it is proposed to contract for such vehicle and equipment in order to maintain the high standards of performance of the MASTIC FIRE DEPARTMENT in the discharge of its duties in preserving the lives and property of the residents of the community, and said purchase is deemed in the best interests of the residents of the MASTIC FIRE DISTRICT. This resolution shall not take effect until thirty (30) days unless in the meanwhile a mandatory referendum as provided for in Section 6(g) of the General Municipal Law is required to be held.
DATED: October 17th, No bids may be withdrawn 2023 by any bidder for a period OF FIRE of fifteen (15) days from the BOARD COMMISSIONERS date of bid opening. MASTIC FIRE DISTRICT TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN Dated: October 17, 2023 BY ORDER OF THE ATTEST: BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OF THE Rudy Sunderman Jr District Secretary MASTIC FIRE DISTRICT By: RUDOLPH SUNDERMAN, JR. Fire District Secretary L15569 – 10/25/2023 LEGAL NOTICE TO THE TAXPAYERS OF THE MASTIC FIRE DISTRICT: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a resolution was duly adopted by the Board of Fire Commissioners of the MASTIC FIRE DISTRICT, Town of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk, State of New York, on the 17th of October 2023, subject to a permissive referendum as provided for by Section 6(g) of the General Municipal Law.
RESOLUTION PURCHASE OF A NEW MINI - PUMPER ATTACK TRUCK AND EQUIPMENT WHEREAS, the MASTIC FIRE DISTRICT has, by appropriate Resolution established a certain Capital Reserve Fund designated as the Fund for Equipment established pursuant to Section 6(g) of the General Municipal Law, in an account for deposit of said Equipment Reserve Fund in local banks; and WHEREAS, it is deemed in the best interests of the residents of the MASTIC FIRE DISTRICT to purchase New Mini - Pumper Truck and Equipment; and
is estimated to be Three Hundred Seventy Five Thousand ($375,000.00) Dollars. IT IS RESOLVED, that pursuant to the laws and regulations applicable and in particular, Section 6(g) of the General Municipal Law, that said purchase be completed, and that the cost and expense for the purchase shall be expended from the Equipment Reserve Fund for New Mini -Pumper Attack Truck and Equipment upon authorization of the Board of Fire Commissioners, at the maximum estimated amount of Three Hundred Seventy Five Thousand ($375,000.00) Dollars, and
to the provisions of the Town Law of the State of New York, that the following vehicle be deemed surplus property and no longer necessary for any of the uses or purposes of the Mastic Fire District and further that such apparatus is valued at more than $20,000.00 and less than $100,000.00, 2015 Ford TCN SUBN Van and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution is adopted subject to a permissive referendum as provided in the General Municipal Law of the State of New York, and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Secretary of the Fire District shall, within ten working days of the adoption of this resolution, publish a notice within the official newspaper of the Fire District setting forth the date of the adoption of the resolution and an abstract of the resolution concisely stating the purpose and effect thereof and that the resolution was adopted Rudy subject to a permissive ) Yes referendum.
THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution is subject to a permissive referendum as provided for in Section 6(g) of the General Municipal Law. The adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly put to a vote and upon roll call the vote was as follows: Chairman Sunderman
ViceChairman Mike Dated: October 17, 2023 Malone ) Yes BY ORDER OF THE Commissioner Patrick BOARD OF FIRE Greene ) Yes COMMISSIONERS OF THE Commissioner Daniel MASTIC FIRE DISTRICT Haase ) Absent ________________________ Commissioner Sunderman Jr.
Rudy ) Absent
The resolution thereupon declared adopted.
was duly
DATED: Mastic, York October 17, 2023
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Mastic Fire District, at a business meeting thereof held on October 17, 2023, duly adopted the following An extract of the resolution WHEREAS, the maximum resolution: is as follows: cost for such purchase, including incidental fees BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant
BID OPENING DATE: NOVEMBER 22, 2023
Bid #23100 – Model Year 2023 or Newer Ford Transit HD HR (or approved Specifications for the above- equal)—November 8, 2023 referenced bid will be Bid #23101 – Landscaping available beginning October Materials, Rebid--26, 2023. November 8, 2023 Preferred Method • Access website: Municipal Market | Brookhaven, NY (brookhavenny.gov): click on link for Bids. • Follow directions to register and download document. • Questions must be submitted in writing to the following e-mail: PurchasingGroup@ brookhavenny.gov The Proposer shall comply with all Town of Brookhaven provisions contained within the Bid, including the Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) goals. The Town of Brookhaven has established an overall MWBE participation goal of 30% with 15% for MinorityOwned Business Enterprises (MBE) and 15% for WomenOwned Business Enterprises (WBE). In addition, there is a 6% participation goal for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOB’s).
The Town of Brookhaven reserves the right to reject and declare invalid any or all bids and to waive any informalities or irregularities in the proposals received, all By: RUDOLPH in the best interests of the SUNDERMAN JR. Town. Fire District Secretary The Town of Brookhaven L15571 – 10/25/2023 welcomes and encourages minority and women-owned TOWN OF businesses and HUD Section BROOKHAVEN 3 businesses to participate in SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY the bidding process. NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Town of Brookhaven Purchasing Division Bids will be received Kathleen C. Koppenhoefer, and publicly opened and Deputy Commissioner read aloud in the Town (631) 451-6252 of Brookhaven Town Hall Lobby located at the L15572 – 10/25/2023 Brookhaven Town Office Complex, One Independence NOTICE TO BIDDERS Hill, Farmingville, New York, 11738, 3rd Floor, for Sealed Bids will be received, the following project on the publicly opened and read date as indicated at 11:00 am: aloud at 11:00 a.m. in the Town Hall Lobby of the BID #23092 Town of Brookhaven, One Independence Hill, RIDGE ROAD SALT Farmingville, NY 11738, for STORAGE FACILITY the following item(s) on the PROJECT, REBID dates indicated:
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Specifications for the abovereferenced bids will be available beginning October 26, 2023. Preferred Method • Access website: Municipal Market | Brookhaven, NY (brookhavenny.gov): click on link for Bids. • Follow directions to register and download document. • Questions must be submitted in writing to the following e-mail: PurchasingGroup@ brookhavenny.gov The Town of Brookhaven reserves the right to reject and declare invalid any or all bids and to waive any informalities or irregularities in the proposals received, all in the best interests of the Town. The Town of Brookhaven welcomes and encourages minorities and women-owned businesses and HUD Section 3 businesses to participate in the bidding process. Further information can be obtained by calling (631) 451-6252 Kathleen C. Koppenhoefer Deputy Commissioner TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN L15573 – 10/25/2023 NOTICE OF ADOPTION Notice is hereby given that the following amendments to the Uniform Code of Traffic Ordinances of the Town of Brookhaven were adopted by the Brookhaven Town Board on Public Hearing Date 10/19/2023 to become effective ten (10) days from this publication as required by Section 133 of the Town Law. Article VIII Section 33 entitled PARKING PROHIBITED IN DESIGNATED AREAS is hereby amended by ADDITION of the following in the hamlet of EAST SETAUKET BRUCE PL NO PARKING ANY TIME BEGIN MAIN ST CONT
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LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES TO JONES ST/S Article VII Section 26 entitled STOP AND YIELD INTERSECTIONS is hereby amended by ADDITION of the following in the hamlet of STONY BROOK SKYLARK LN SYCAMORE CIR ALL WAY STOP S/ SKYLARK LN / E&W
/ SYCAMORE CIR/South Intersection Article VII Section 26 entitled STOP AND YIELD INTERSECTIONS is hereby amended by DELETION of the following in the hamlet of STONY BROOK SKYLARK LN SYCAMORE CIR STOP S/
SKYLARK LN/South Intersection Article VIII Section 33 entitled PARKING PROHIBITED IN DESIGNATED AREAS is hereby amended by ADDITION of the following in the hamlet of STONY BROOK
Town Clerk of the Town of Brookhaven in said State and County do hereby certify that I have compared the annexed copy of the Amendments to the Uniform Traffic Code with the record of the original filed in my office, SS: and that it is true and correct COUNTY OF SUFFOLK) I, Kevin J. LaValle, copy of such record and of W MEADOW RD NO PARKING ANY TIME BEGIN MOUNT GREY RD CONT TO TRUSTEES RD/ Both STATE OF NEW YORK)
the whole thereof. In Testimony Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and Affixed the seal of the Town of Brookhaven on this 20th day of October, 2023. SEAL L15574 – 10/25/2023
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