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THURSDAY, JULY 24, 2014 DIX HILLS

Son Charged With Assault Man charged after his mother is found unconscious, brother dead The Paramount Spotlight LIVE’s Ed Kowalczyk performs Aug 2.

‘Lightning Crashes’ Onto Paramount Stage

By Arielle Dollinger adollinger@longislandergroup.com

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A former Half Hollow Hills High School East student died this weekend of a cause not yet determined, on the same day that his mother was sent to the hospital and police arrested his older brother on assault charges, police said.

Bradley Okonkwo, 15, died at his Dix Hills home at 3 Norman Ct. on Saturday.

Police charged his brother, 18-year-old Charles Okonkwo Jr., with second degree assault after their mother, Chinwe Okonkwo, 52, was found unconscious at home. She was airlifted to Stony Brook University Hospital with “severe head injuries.”

Charles Okonkwo Jr. entered a plea of not guilty to the assault charge and will undergo a psychiatric evaluation. He is being held on $250,000 cash bail.

Suffolk County Police arrived at the Okonkwo home on Saturday, having received a call from Charles Okonkwo Sr.,

62, who told police he had arrived home from a hospital stay to find his younger son dead and his wife unconscious. Police found Charles Okonkwo, Jr. and the 2002 BMW X5 he was driving “a short distance” from the house.

Sayville-based attorney Eric B. Besso, listed in court records as Okonkwo Jr.’s defense counsel, did not return calls for comment by press time on Monday.

Two boys who said that they had been friends of Bradley’s rode their bicycles to the house on Sunday afternoon. The boys, each entering the 10th grade in the fall – the same grade Bradley was to enter – said that they had known him for about six years.

“I didn’t even think it was real,” said Matthew Touhamy of the news of Bradley’s death. “We were at a pool party not too long ago.”

Touhamy said that Bradley was “always funny.”

“You never saw him mad or anything,” he said. “He always made everything into a joke.”

Former Hills East student Bradley Okonkwo, 15, died on Saturday of unknown cause.

Sitting on a red bicycle, Cristian Torres said that Bradley was “a good person” and “a really nice kid.”

“He was there in a time of need,” Torres said.

MELVILLE

‘The Club’ Picks Potential Members Town lottery pulls 1,323 names seeking senior housing in Melville Long Islander News photo/Andrew Wroblewski

In what will be only the second United States concert of his current tour, Ed Kowalczyk and his band will take The Paramount stage on Aug. 2 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of LIVE’s album “Throwing Copper.”

Kowalczyk, the former lead singer of American rock band LIVE, began his solo career in November 2009.

During his Paramount performance, he will perform the entire 14-song sequence of the landmark album, including hits like “Lighting Crashes” and “Selling the Drama,” and will also sing his hits from his time with LIVE and some of his solo material during the encore.

“It’s a pretty long show,” Kowalczyk said.

The Pennsylvania native has performed the concert around the world over the past year, but will not have performed it in the United States until Aug. 1 – the night before he comes

By Arielle Dollinger

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In a room filled with over 100 hopeful seniors and a lottery machine stuffed with 1,323 names looking to buy into The Club at Melville, Lindenhurst’s Katherine, left, and Joseph Ingber were the lucky first to be chosen July 17.

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By Andrew Wroblewski awroblewski@longislandergroup.com

Four hours and 1,323 names later, the lottery for The Club at Melville came to an end on Thursday.

With the help of Supervisor Frank Petrone, Councilman Mark Cuthbertson and Councilwoman Susan Berland, the names of applicants for 260 affordable senior homes were selected at Huntington High School, where more than 100 hopeful seniors looked on, hoping for good news.

The first names picked: Katherine and Joseph Ingber, of Lindenhurst.

“I’m excited because I usually never win anything,” Katherine said just minutes after Berland pulled her name. “I just hope now that we qualify for everything.”

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MELVILLE

New Drainage Pipes For Route 110 awroblewski@longislandergroup.com

With nearly five years of work under their belt, the final phase of a three-stage project aimed at revitalizing Route 110 is proceeding as planned, according to Eileen Peters, spokeswoman for the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT).

MELVILLE

Estate Will Fix Town Park

By Danny Schrafel dschrafel@longislandergroup.com

A disagreement over a residential property owner’s encroachment onto a town park in Melville has been resolved.

The Huntington Town Board approved a settlement July 15 that directs the Stacey Schnapp Revocable Living Trust, owners of 24 Elkland Road in Melville, to remove a tennis court, a small storage shed and playground equipment from the 29.1-acre Dr. Jeffrey Wenig Memorial Park, which was previously known as Roundtree Park.

The resolution was adopted 4-0, with Councilwoman Susan Berland abstaining.

“During a routine survey of town properties, it was discovered that the owner of the property had erected a tennis court, a small storage shed and playground equipment on town property,” town spokesman A.J. Carter said in a Jan. 10, 2013 Long Islander News report. “It was far enough on town property that it can’t remain in place.”

Per the settlement, the owner must also restore the subject property “to the satisfaction of the town” after the shed, playground equipment and tennis court are gone.

The town board approved suing the property owner on Dec. 18, 2012. At the time, town officials said they expected the issue would be resolved amicably. Huntingtonbased attorney Dan Cahn, who represents the property owners, said that remained the case and the town never sued.

“The property owners have complied with all of the town’s requests,” he said.

Cahn said Monday he couldn’t comment on specific remediation requirements because the town has not issued a final directive to his clients. When that comes, however, he said the estate will follow through to make things right.

“They’re going to do whatever it is the town has required them to do and pay the appropriate fees and penalties if any and rectify the encroachment and any violations,” Cahn said.

This final, $22.4-million leg of the NYSDOT project, which began in June 2013, is to reconstruct the two-mile long section of Route 110 between the Long Island Expressway (LIE) North Service Road and Amityville Road, located near the Melville Fire Department’s substation.

NYSDOT spokeswoman Eileen Peters said Monday that workers are installing new drainage pipes at this stage in the project.

“Right now there are two excavators there, one payloader and various pickup trucks,” Peters said on Monday. “Last week, there was a cylindrical saw cutter machine that was used to cut across the roadway and excavate the trench so that a new drainage system could be installed.”

Once completed, three continuous travel lanes in each direction will be available to motorists along that stretch of Route 110, as well as with features like enhanced pedestrian signals, continuous sidewalks that meet American with Disabilities Act requirements and upgraded drainage systems to improve storm water runoff.

The three projects, beginning nearly five years ago, were brought about in an effort to strengthen the infrastructure of Route 110; while increasing safety, easing traffic and helping the businesses along the corridor survive and expand.

First, a $28-million venture to improve the Route 110 bridge over the LIE was completed in 2011. Two years later, the Northern State Parkway bridge over Route 110 was rebuilt and the exit ramps reconfigured.

A travel lane and new sidewalks were also

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By Andrew Wroblewski

Work crews are installing a new drainage system along the Route 110 corridor in Melville as part of a $22.4 million overhaul of a two-mile stretch of the state road. added to Route 110 in the second stage.

Now, the final stage is making strides of its own. Peters said the project should be complete by next summer.

“After the work with the drainage system is completed we still need to install new sidewalks, new curbs, new pavement, updated traffic signals and some landscaping,” she said.

Originally scheduled for completion by the end of 2014, the end-date was pushed back, Peters said, when a miscue occurred within the contact for the work.

“The problem was that the project was

awarded late,” Peters said. “Normally we’re off and running, but it took a long time to award the project so we had to make sure everything was covered first.”

Construction for the project is being handled by HASA Construction, LLC, a full-service general contractor based out of Farmingdale.

In order to reduce the impact of the construction on traveling motorists, lane closures will only occur at night. During daytime construction, travel lanes will be shifted around roadwork, and full access to Route 110 businesses will be maintained.

DIX HILLS

Learning The Art Of Robots At Park Shore Science Academy to feature $2M da Vinci surgical robot for demo

By Andrew Wroblewski awroblewski@longislandergroup.com

In its two-year existence, The Science Academy at Park Shore Country Day Camp in Dix Hills has helped campers to explore the basics of life science, physical science, engineering and robotics.

But on Friday, the academy hopes to brush the basics to the side and instead put campers into the driver’s seat.

Thanks to Intuitive Surgical, Inc. – a California-based manufacturer of robotic surgical systems – the 60 first- through fifthgraders of the academy, used to working with Lego and VEX robots, will have the chance to operate a robot valued at $2 million: the da Vinci Surgical System.

“It’s like playing with a Matchbox car and then having someone bring you a Ferrari to sit in,” Benjamin Schwartz, the medical director of Island Gynecologic Oncology, said. “The purpose of the presentation is to demonstrate to the campers what the da Vinci robot – typically used for minimally invasive surgical procedures – looks like and feels like. They’ll also see what it’s like to sit in it, drive it, and apply that knowledge to real-world situations.”

The da Vinci system was created by Intuitive Surgical and approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 2000. Surgeons like Schwartz, who will lead Friday’s venture, sit at a console and translate gross movements into the precise gestures necessary for procedures like open-heart surgery and

Students at Park Shore’s Science Academy are used to working with robots made out of Legos, but on Friday they’ll get a chance to use the da Vinci Surgical System, valued at $2 million. cancer operations.

Schwartz – also chairman of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology for Good Samaritan Hospital in West Islip – was first exposed to these types of robots years ago during his time at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio. Today, he works with them on an almost-daily basis.

“Over the last 15 years, robots have become incredibly commonplace and are found in many community hospitals,” Schwartz, who has children that attend Park

Shore, said. “When I see what the kids at the academy are building, it’s fascinating how they’re almost identical to the technology found inside of the da Vinci.”

The robots built by the campers are part of an initiative sparked by Park Shore’s coowner and director, Bud Budah, who is a former teacher, to further educate kids in the fields of math and science through the academy.

“Our robotics program is something that has to be seen in order to be believed,” Budah said. “Now [on Friday] we’re trying to take what we offer in the robotics program and show the kids real life experiences where they can use them.”

This push by Budah to give kids real-life experiences in the classroom is also backed

by Julian Aptowitz, director of The Science Academy.

“Part of my educational philosophy is that you need to give kids a reason to learn,” Aptowitz, also a science teacher at Half Hollow Hills High School West, said. “By connecting campers with the da Vinci robot, probably the latest and greatest in surgical robotics, they’ll get to see what it’s like to apply this technology at a much higher level.”

While this venture into real-life robotics is open only to only those campers already in the program, Friday marks the end of the academy’s second of four two-week blocks that run throughout the summer. According to Aptowitz, there is still space available in the two coming sessions.

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TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

New Call For Stronger Boating Safety Laws dschrafel@longislandergroup.com

Families touched by boating tragedies urged state and federal lawmakers Sunday to toughen boating safety laws while overlooking the harbor where one of the most infamous recent incidents occurred.

With Oyster Bay Harbor behind her at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park, District Attorney Kathleen Rice called on lawmakers Sunday to back “commonsense” efforts by local lawmakers to make waters safer.

“What we discovered is not only New York State law, but federal law regarding boating incidents and regulations and licensing are woefully, woefully insufficient,” Rice said.

Rice, who is also running for Congress in the 4th congressional district, was flanked at the press conference by families who have experienced deaths as a result of maritime disasters and boating while intoxicated incidents. Two of them directly at her side, Huntington’s Lisa Gaines and Joy Treanor, formerly of Huntington Station, lost children in the July 4, 2012 sinking of the Kandi Won. Gaines’ daughter, Victoria, was nearly 7; Treanor’s daughter, Harlie, was 11. David Aureliano, 12, also perished.

Rice’s office, along with the Nassau County Police Department, led the investigation of the capsizing. In a July 3, 2013 report on the sinking of the Kandi Won, Rice’s office determined the cabin cruiser was “overloaded” with 27 passengers and was capsized by a a 90-degree “beam wake” wave on its return to Huntington Harbor. The 34-foot cabin cruiser capsized outside of Cold Spring Harbor shortly after 10 p.m. on July 4, 2012.

Sunday’s legislative proposals, Rice said, are an outgrowth of that inquest.

The eight-pronged proposal includes a push for: a federal mandate requiring capacity standards and plates for all vessels,

Nassau County District Attorney Kathleen Rice, flanked by Lisa Gaines, left, and Joy Treanor, right, urges federal and state officials Sunday to pass stronger boating safety laws. education?” he said in the statement. “An ounce of prevention can save lives – maybe even that of someone you love.”

Advocates dismissed state boating law reforms adopted last year as insufficient.

“In New York State, all it takes for anyone over the age of 18 to operate any of these boats you see in this harbor are the keys, and that’s it,” said Larry Weiss, the New York State legislative liaison for the New York State Power Squadron.

Treanor continued her advocacy for the increased use of rapid dive gear, which allows responders to be ready to dive in seconds, by local maritime services agencies. The Huntington Harbormaster’s office, she said, recently accepted a donation of rapid dive gear and used it as recently as three weeks ago.

Having the necessary gear in the hands of first responders, she said, can make the difference between life and death on the water.

“They were in that cabin for two and a half hours before one person from the Atlantic Fire Steamers attempted to get into that cabin,” Treanor said. “From my understanding, my child was found pressed up against a portside window large enough for a six-foot man to fit into, and they could not get to her. There’s a problem with that.”

Also joining the press conference was Michelle Mannino whose husband, Christopher, was killed June 23, 2012 by drunken boater Brian Andreski of Dix Hills. Andreski pleaded guilty to aggravated vehicular homicide and second-degree manslaughter in a groundbreaking drunk-boating case. He was was sentenced to 4-12 years in prison last May. “What happened to us, I want to see a change for the future,” Mannino, of West Islip, said. “I want change to be affected from this for everybody else.”

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TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

Conn. Man Cuffed On Drunk-Boating Charge

By Danny Schrafel dschrafel@longislandergroup.com

Mothers Against Drunk Driving leader Rich Mallow urges lawmakers to back stronger boating while intoxicated laws at a press conference Sunday.

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regardless of size; mandatory boating safety certificates; parity between DWI and BWI penalties, and for the state DMV to link boating and driver’s licenses, and treating violations in either realm as one and the same.

She also pushed for parity between boating safety standards for personal watercraft operators and power boats, and championed greater collaboration between the U.S. Coast Guard, law enforcement and rescue agencies in personnel and equipment.

“You’re going to scratch your head and say, ‘I can’t believe that’s not the law already’,” Rice said before laying out the legislative package.

Rice said many of the issues she raised could be corrected by state and federal legislation that is currently pending. A proposal by U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer (D-NY) would require capacity standards to be posted on vessels larger than 20 feet; current law only requires that of smaller power vessels. Rep. Steve Israel’s Israel’s BOATS (Boating Occupancy and Teaching Safety Act) would provide grants to fund boating safety classes and mandate capacity limits for vessels 45 feet and smaller.

The problem, she said, isn’t a lack of effort by lawmakers – she praised Schumer and Israel’s efforts – it’s the absence of action from their colleagues.

“There’s no shortage of ideas. There’s no shortage of support. But state and federal authorities have to step up and take action before the next tragedy,” Rice said.

In a statement, Paul Gaines, Victoria Gaines’ father, echoed Rice’s demand for action. Lisa Gaines, who thanked Rice for her efforts, said she concurred fully with her ex-husband’s sentiments.

“Why has little to almost nothing been done to prevent something like this from happening to others? Would it be that terrible to have a placard in a visible area, letting all on board be aware of the maximum weight and passenger limitations? Boater

By Danny Schrafel

A Connecticut man was busted off of Crab Meadow Beach for boating while intoxicated with two teenagers aboard his vessel, Suffolk County Police said.

Police arrested Eric Goff, 49, of Westport, Conn. at the Soundview Boat Ramp in Northport July 13 after observing him sailing east in his white 2000 26-foot Sea Ray with the boat’s navigation lights off at 11 p.m. on July 12.

In addition to boating while intoxicated, he was also charged with two counts of acting in a manner injurious to a child under age 17, and two violations.

Goff was held on $5,000 bond and $1,000 cash bail.

The alleged incident underscores an argument made by boating safety advocates at a press conference hosted by Nassau

County District Attorney Kathleen Rice Sunday. Amongst their demand for stronger boating safety laws in the wake of fatal tragedies, they pushed for parity between DWI and BWI laws as part of that legislative package and 16-year old.

Hypothetically, if someone were arrested with a 15 and 16-year old in his car, they would have been charged with felony DWI under Leandra’s Law. However, since the incident occurred on the water, he’s only facing misdemeanor charges. That has to change, advocates said.

At Rice’s press conference, Michelle Mannino, whose husband was killed after Dix Hills resident Brian Andreski crashed into her husband, Christopher Mannino, while he was aboard a fishing boat in the Great South Bay, pleaded for reforms.

Andreski later pleaded guilty to vehic-

ular homicide and manslaughter and was sentenced last year to 4-12 years in prison. That was a novel legal approach, one that experts said could have been challenged in court if Andreski didn’t plead out.

“Being intoxicated and driving anything, you’re putting yourself and everyone around you” in danger, Mannino said.

“I want to see a change for the future.”

Rich Mallow, the New York State Executive Director of Huntington Stationbased Mothers Against Drunk Driving, urged lawmakers to act decisively.

“Part of that safety is the recognition that drinking while you’re on a boat and navigating is just as bad – if not worse – than drinking and driving a car because of the winds, the waves and everything out on the water,” Mallow said. “The legislation proposed doesn’t get any more common sense than that.”

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POLICE REPORT Compiled byDanny Schrafel

Relaxation methods… I was sitting on the beach the other day and I noticed these kids in the water – and by “kids,” I mean “twenty-somethings” – standing up! They were stand-up paddle boarding, I’m told. The balance that that must require – gosh! One boy was Sign of the times… I was doing handstands! A man who strolling around the Northport IN THE KNOW walked by later told me that Fireman’s Fair some weeks ago WITH AUNT ROSIE people do yoga on paddle (great, great job, Northport!) boards like that, in the middle and I was amused by a sign of the water. I don’t quite see how that could be relaxgrafted onto many of the rides ing, having to balance and worry about falling into the and attractions. It was, shall we say, a rather forceful water or losing your paddle, but they sure were in admonition to patrons not to take their phones onto good shape. If I were 50 years younger, maybe I’d rides with them. If they did, the signs warned, they give it a try, too. were on their own – the staff would not help them unPark it… Imagine my surprise Wednesday morning der any circumstances track down their phone if it got tossed somewhere during the ride. The picture of the when I fire up the ol’ Buick, drive to the Gerard Street smashed-up iPhone should have also been a hint that lot, but only to find about two-thirds of it fenced off! they weren’t on the hook if your phone got wrecked, Now, I’m glad they’re fixing the thing – and seriously, either. Remember when all you had to worry about there’s no good time to take away that many parking was making sure you hit the minimum height to ride spaces in this town – but the town thought the contracthe Tilt-A-Whirl? tor was starting this Monday (July 21) and the contractor figured on starting Wednesday, July 16. And wouldHe’s a knockout… Greenlawn native Chris Aln’t you know it, that’s when it started. Communication gieri, a household name to Huntington residents in resnafus aside, we’re going to be short a lot for the next cent years, is now a name that most of the boxing couple of months, so there’s nothing for us to do now world is familiar with. If you’ve been keeping up with but make the best of it, keep calm and consider the our busy bees at Long Islander News, you’d know that shuttle from Mill Dam Park, which might not be such a Huntington’s “Rocky” just made arrangements for his bad idea if you’re planning to make a day of it in Huntvery next fight –the biggest of his young boxing caington village. reer. While Mr. Manny Pacquiao may prove to be a Common sense police… I admit it – sometimes, I tough fight for our own boxing star, one thing will forever be certain: Chris will always be a knockout with use my column as a place for my rants. I apologize, the ladies. Which means one thing: Keep those gloves but it’s about to happen again. Just a perk of having a up, young man! column, I suppose. So, here’s my rant for the week: I am now accepting applications for the common sense To the moon… Speaking of days gone by, 45 years police, my own personal force that will put a stop to ago this Monday marked when the first men walked on crimes injurious to my mental health. 1) Changing the the moon. I remember being glued to the television as music in your car from your iPhone is just as bad as the news broke and Neil Armstrong took those first texting while driving. Don’t ever take your eyes off the steps onto the lunar surface. And I’ll never forget those road! 2) Wait for the walking man when crossing the famous first words: “That's one small step for man, one street. You may not be able to see when the cars have a green arrow, sending them right into your walking path giant leap for mankind.” Oh, what a thrill that was!

– and guess what? That time, they’re not the jerk for (Aunt Rosie wants to hear from you! If you have comtrying to make a turn when you’re walking. 3) Don’t ments, ideas, or tips about what’s happening in your make up answers to questions if you don’t know the neck of the woods, write to me today and let me know answers. It’s OK to not know the answer. I’d rather the latest. To contact me, drop a line to Aunt Rosie, c/o you get back to me with the truth than inconvenience The Long-Islander, 14 Wall Street, Huntington NY me with baloney. 4) When you take the last sheet of 11743. Or try the e-mail at aunt.rosieli@gmail.com) something – the timesheet, the vacation request –

A 61-year-old man from Melville was arrested July 13 days after he hit a dog with his car and left the scene.

Police said the man was driving southbound on Amityville Road near Melville Court at 7 p.m. on July 9 when he hit the dog at the intersection and left the scene without giving the dog’s owner his information.

Happily, the dog survived the crash and was treated for injuries to its leg.

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QUOTE OF THE WEEK BENJAMIN SCHWARTZ

K-9 Hit-And-Run

Stop Sign Halts Unlicensed Driver A Bay Shore man was arrested in Dix Hills July 14 after he was caught driving with a license that had been suspended multiple times, according to Suffolk County Police. He was pulled over on Dix Hills Road at Hunter Court at 3:35 p.m. According to court records, the man was pulled over after going through a stop sign. He was also charged on a pair of bench warrants. Most recently, the man’s license was suspended for 90 days after he had pleaded guilty on April 11 to DWAI after being arrested in Brooklyn for possession of crack cocaine and driving under the influence, according to court records.

Ain’t That A Kick A Melville man called the cops July 13 after someone kicked his front door at 12:10 p.m. Police said the swift kick broke his doorjamb and forced open the front door of his Windsor Place home. The suspects took off in a silver Toyota Corolla.

Anyone Get Struck By Lightning Lately?

A thief is accused of ripping off a parishioner at a Huntington church July 13. Police said that the woman, who was attending services at St. John’s Church on Prospect Street, left her purse under a table at approximately 9:30 a.m.. When she returned, however, the bag was gone.

Thief Makes Off With Rims A Dix Hills man called police July 14 after discovering his tires had been stolen overnight. The theves put a 2011 Infiniti, parked on Firelight Court, on blocks, and stole the car’s racing rims and tires.

Dipstick!

A 23-year-old Commack resident was arrested in Huntington July 12 on criminal mischief charges.

Police allege the man caused more than $250 worth of to a 2007 Subaru, parked on Kings Park Road in Commack, by whacking it with a lacrosse stick.

Locker Room Drama

“It’s like playing with a Matchbox car and then having someone bring you a Ferrari to sit in.”

A tussle broke out in the locker room of a Melville hotel July 13. Police were called to the Homewood Suites on Round Swamp Road after an argument broke out in the women’s locker room at 9:12 a.m., culminating in a shoving match. One woman, who was pregnant, went to Huntington Hospital for examination.

For The Birds A Dix Hills homeowner called the police July 13 after they noticed damage to their property. Police said that a bird feeder stand at the Lauren Avenue home was smashed overnight.

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Reggie, a 9-week-old black Labrador retriever, belongs to local fisherman James Joseph. Along with its human passengers, Reggie boards James Joseph’s fishing boat every day.

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TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

More Business For Looks Great Services Contract renewal comes after guilty plea in criminal court to wage violations

By Danny Schrafel dschrafel@longislandergroup.com

A month after admitting in court that it had violated prevailing wages laws on four public works contracts – including two in the Town of Huntington – Huntington’s Town Board has re-upped with Looks Great Services for a storm cleanup equipment contract.

The firm, which is based on Lawrence Hill Road in Huntington, was approved July 15 for three $800 an hour contracts to provide the use of three different pieces of specialized equipment: a knuckle boom truck for loading dump trucks and trailers; a self-loading knuckle boom truck; and a 50-foot bucket truck.

It’s the same equipment that Looks Great was tapped to provide last fall,

when the firm was in court with the Town of Huntington. Alleging breach of contract, they sued the town in July 2013, accusing Town Hall of wrongfully withholding payments for Superstorm Sandy cleanup work.

At that time, the town said it had paid Looks Great about $6.7 million for debris removal, but was withholding another $781,167.91 until Looks Great provided copies of its certified payroll.

In response to protests from former Town Councilman Mark Mayoka, Town Attorney Cindy Elan-Mangano said that the town could still designate Looks Great as a responsible vendor and award the firm the contract to provide services, but the town would not pay the firm until payroll documentation is received.

That case still pending, town spokesman A.J. Carter said.

This year’s approval comes after the firm pleaded guilty in Suffolk County Criminal Court June 13 to underpaying workers on four pre-Superstorm Sandy public works contracts. As a result of that guilty plea, more than a quarter-million dollars will be split among 53 workers.

In addition to the back wages, Looks Great agreed to pay $50,000 to the Suffolk County DA’s office to cover investigation costs, and was granted a one-year

MELVILLE

That’s A Lot Of Laptops Suffolk County Police have made an arrest in the theft of more than $50,000 worth of laptop computers from a Melville pharmaceutical firm’s building.

Police said 50-year-old Myles D. McKeithan of Wyandanch stole those laptops between May 18 and June 11, 2013, from the offices of Fougera Pharmaceuticals, located on Bayliss Road in Melville.

It’s unclear how McKeithan got in to the company’s facilities, police said.

He was arrested July 18 on a second-degree grand larceny charge, police said.

McKeithan was released on his own recognizance and is due back in court Nov. 7, court records show. His attorney, Steven Politi, could not be reached Monday.

–SCHRAFEL

TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

Town Adopts New Carbon Monoxide Law Long Islander News photo/Danny Schrafel

By Danny Schrafel dschrafel@longislandergroup.com

Huntington’s town board adopted legislation Tuesday that will require carbon monoxide detectors in places of public assembly starting next year.

The unanimous vote, which followed a public hearing the same day, follows the Feb. 22 death of Steven Nelson, a manager at the Walt Whitman Shops’ Legal Sea Foods restaurant. Nelson died in the restaurant’s basement as a result of a carbon monoxide leak that sickened dozens.

The “devastating” incident was a call to action, said Huntington Supervisor Frank Petrone, who cosponsored the code change with Councilman Mark Cuthbertson.

“All throughout our community, people are beginning to see this here is something that should be taken into account into our building codes and some of our regulations,” Petrone said.

Under the new code, carbon monoxide detectors must be installed in places of public assembly which are designed for the “gathering of 50 or more people” for civic, social or religious functions, recreation, eating and drinking or waiting for transportation.

Carbon monoxide detectors will be mandatory in spaces designed to hold 50 or more people in the Town of Huntington starting Jan. 1, 2015.

The regulation covers spaces like churches, cafeterias in office buildings and restaurants where large gatherings may occur, Cuthbertson explained. The law dictates that monitors must be installed by Jan. 1, 2015.

Northport Village lawmakers adopted similar legislation May 6.

conditional discharge provided they do not violate prevailing wage laws in that time.

After initially facing a felony charge, which could have resulted in Looks Great being barred from public contracts for five years, Looks Great pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor.

The recent guilty plea in Suffolk County Criminal Court is one of a number of prevailing wage law settlements the firm has reached this year.

In February 2014, the firm paid 16 workers $137,000 after the New York State Department of Labor found out-ofstate workers brought in to clear LIRR tracks of trees after Sandy were underpaid. In another, non-criminal settlement, 23 workers split nearly $26,000 after the firm admitted they failed to pay the Nassau County living wage during Sandy.

The Nassau County District Attorney’s office also secured another $23,500 for 38 Looks Great workers for pre-Sandy prevailing wage work.

The Suffolk County DA’s office raided Look Great’s offices last July, seizing records detailing wages and the company’s work from 2010 to 2013. Those records helped prosecutors and forensic auditors determine that workers were underpaid per the prevailing wage law.

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7Bus Makes Moves On The Highway Luxury coach bus service offers commuters an alternative to riding the rails

By Andrew Wroblewski awroblewski@longislandergroup.com

While the Long Island Railroad (LIRR) strike was successfully averted last week, one question still remains unanswered: Where can commuters safely put their coffee cups?

William Schoolman, CEO of 7Bus, has the answer to that question – and, oddly enough, it lies within a cup holder.

“Each of our coach buses are equipped with critical features like free WiFi, power outlets, extra leg room, plush leather seats and – if you’re a coffee drinker – we have special cup holders attached to every seat,” said Schoolman of his luxury Long Island coach bus service.

Originally known as Bolt Bus Long Island in 2012, Schoolman thought the company would be better off on its own and broke it off into its own entity, 7Bus, along with his son Mike, who is now the company’s president.

Now the father-son duo operates the company’s 17 coach buses, offering service from Melville, Ronkonkoma and Stony Brook to New York City and its subway system.

“We’ve worked together for a long time now, and I’d say it’s been wonderful,” Schoolman said of his son, who lives in Stony Brook. “All of our pricing is essentially less than any LIRR service. For example, a trip from Ronkonkoma to New York is $17.50; our maximum price for that trip is $17, while our lowest is $7.”

Buses from Melville run every day of the week from the park and ride at exit 49 of the Long Island Expressway. Seats are sold on a supply and demand basis – the more seats that are available, the lower the prices. Packages are also available that give commuters a specific number of trips to be used in a certain number of days, rivaling a similar plan offered by the LIRR, but at a lower price.

According to Schoolman, lower prices,

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Buses like this one offer passengers 44 seats along with features like free WiFi, extended leg room and cup holder as they travel from Long Island into New York City. along with customer service, have helped keep 7Bus rolling over the last two years.

“We’re one of the best-kept secrets on Long Island,” Schoolman, of Setauket, said. “There are a lot of features that differentiate us from the railroad… [With us] at least you can be productive while you commute. You can sit back, relax and sleep or turn on the computer, watch a movie or use the WiFi to get some work done.”

This dedication to customers was also evident in a special strike fare offered to customers of 7Bus as New York prepared last week for the LIRR strike that wasn’t.

Now, even with the strike averted, Schoolman is staying true to those altered prices.

“When we were getting ready for the

strike, we didn’t want people to think that we were taking advantage of them,” said Schoolman, who sold tickets for $10 from any of 7Bus’ Long Island stops to Rego Park. “Even though the strike didn’t happen, we’re still honoring all of those tickets that were purchased.”

With the strike out of the way, 7Bus is hoping to help further serve its customers by solving bigger problems – like traffic.

“The Long Island Expressway is the second-most congested road in America,” Schoolman said. “Each of our full buses take 35 cars off of the road.”

But getting cars off of the road isn’t the only way to solve the problem, according to Schoolman. Other moves must be made in order to keep traffic to a minimum.

“All of the problems can be alleviated by managed traffic lanes, and New York will have to invest in them,” Schoolman said.

Though experiments are being conducted, Schoolman believes the problem will only continue to get worse until these special lanes are implemented in the same way they have been in Washington D.C. and California.

Others have begun taking notice too, with people like Mike DeLuise, president of the Melville Chamber of Commerce, citing traffic issues as a concern.

“Every opportunity to ease traffic is important,” DeLuise, of Glen Cove, said. “Being quick and efficient is essential. As we look to alternatives, 7Bus is another opportunity and it seems like they’re having success.”

Putting An End To Seperation Of Church And Business

By Arielle Dollinger adollinger@longislandergroup.com

Having watched his own congregation at St. Peter’s Church in Huntington Station operate without a treasurer for years, John Litke noticed a need for business savvy in the church environment. He began to offer his services in bookkeeping and, in 2003, St. Peter’s Business Services, an organization run through St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, was born.

“It sort of started from a local need,” Litke said. “I know finance and bookkeeping and strategic planning is a chronic weakness of congregations all over the United States, so I’m sur-

prised that someone hasn’t tried this idea before.”

He and business partner Ken Hessel now help congregations with payroll calculations, tax forms, annual reports, parochial reports, archives, financial analysis, tailored reports and income and expense projections, based on records and information provided to them by the congregation.

Litke, who has a doctorate in physics and has worked as a computer science researcher, decided about 10 years ago that he wanted to spend more time working with nonprofits, he said. Today, as well as offering business services to congregations at low rates, Litke and Hessel also hold workshops on such topics as

strategic planning.

“If people want to learn, we want to teach,” he said.

Generally, Litke said, the two will do part of the work pro bono, also keeping in mind the size of the congregation in need of service.

“When they’re very small, they’re very poor, too,” he said.

But he and Hessel will not do everything for a congregation.

“What we try to do is have the congregations do as absolutely as much as their people are able,” he said. “We will not write checks for people other than direct deposit payroll.”

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Branching Out Into Retail ‘Therapy’

By Megan Connor info@longislandergroup.com

It’s beads, sparkles and strings galore in physical therapist Jill Bulanowksi’s basement. But make no mistake – Bulanowski’s jewelry is serious business.

After a long day of treating patients, this multi-talented Huntington resident taps into her creative side and focuses all of her efforts on Jillery Jewels, a jewelry business with a community tie.

“I treat patients all day. So when I come home, making jewelry is definitely my creative outlet. It’s for my own sanity,” she said. “Even though my bead area is a bit messy, it’s my therapy after working with patients all day.”

The Huntington-based home business began in 2005 when Bulanowski got the idea to make cell phone charms after receiving one as a gift from her mom. As times have changed and cell phone charms lost their charm, Jillery Jewels evolved and persevered.

“The business really took off and snowballed. I do prom, bridal, Sweet 16 jewelry, you name it,” she said. “I think what’s kept my business going is my attention to customer relations. Making money isn’t my first priority. That’s not how I do things.”

Bulanowski stands by her product.

She said if there is ever wear and tear over the years, she offers free repairs and even replacements.

“I really think about the customer and the quality of product. I get my beads from Manhattan because it offers a better selection and much higher quality,” she

In her time away from the office, physical therapist Jill Bulanowski is branching out into accessories with her new venture, Jillery Jewels. explained. “I never like using plastic. I always like using gemstones and crystals. I like offering the best product possible.”

Community life is also very important to Bulanowski, as are her relationships with other vendors and community members.

“Community is so important. I am good friends with Eleanor Cawley, who does pop up events in Huntington featuring vendors like myself,” Bulanowski said. “We really help each other out, and

the events are really fun.”

Bulanowksi’s work doesn’t cool off there; she finds other ways to help the community while also promoting her business. She’ll set up shop at Central Presbyterian Church in Huntington on Aug. 25 to help raise money for the charity Feed the Homeless.

“I will be donating a basket for the event. My donation baskets are usually a necklace earrings and bracelet set,” she said. “I wrap it in cellophane and of

course put a pretty bow. So I’m pretty involved with community fundraising.”

Bulanowski’s accessories can also be found in local businesses like Papillon, located in Huntington village. She hopes to expand Jillery Jewels and get her creations stocked in other salons in the future.

“Physical therapy is my main job. But I’d love for my jewelry business to get bigger, and be stocked in more and more locations,” she said. “I’m constantly working to make that happen.”

Summertime Is The Right Time To Network

By Mindy F. Wolfle info@longislandergroup.com

“Roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer, those days of soda and pretzels and beer…”

Nat King Cole’s hit from the 1960s painted a picture of work taking a distant back seat to the joys of warm-weather leisure time. Fifty years ago, just as today, summertime flew by before the hectic days of September, when children returned to school and bankers went back to their nine to three jobs.

Oh, how times have changed. While vacations are still planned during July and August (with cell phones, laptops and tablets connecting us to our workplaces), business no longer grinds to a halt for most Long Islanders during the summer.

What a great time to take advantage of networking opportunities, or to create

your own. Not enough events to fill your calendar? That only means you’re not looking hard enough.

Let’s start with breakfast at one of our island’s quintessential diners. With nothing more than an email, you can organize a group of colleagues, clients, friends and other associates to meet for an hour on a weekday morning before the workday gets into full swing. Be what I call a “connection maker.” Nothing too formal, no agenda needed. A terrific mix of people generates its own energy and acts as the impetus for new connections and relationships.

Relationship building is what networking is all about. It’s not about the person who hands out the most business cards and has a thousand-plus contacts in Outlook. Getting back to your connectionmaker breakfast, why not ask each of your invitees to bring one of his or her own? Think about the possibilities.

Summertime is prime time for golf outings. Did I hear you say that you don’t

golf? Not a problem. There’s rarely an outing that doesn’t need volunteers.

Whether you’re working at the registration desk, driving around in a golf cart handing out water bottles, helping out with raffles, or any number of tasks that go into making a successful event (read: fruitful fundraiser for the not-for-profit beneficiary), there is likely a place for you to network with other volunteers and golfers, and enjoy the beauty of a Long Island golf course. Another way to support the organization and optimize the likelihood to mingle is to attend the dinner that follows the daytime activities.

Charity plus networking is a winning combination.

Seminars, summer galas, fundraisers, established networking groups, volleyball tournaments, walk-a-thons and 5K races abound this time of year. They’re all ripe for networking. Feel like an outsider who doesn’t know a soul in the room?

That’s another opportunity for you to be

a connection maker. Approach another “onezie” and introduce yourself. Surely the other person will be relieved to feel less like an outsider and more like one of the crowd. Now that you have some momentum going, invite another “onezie” into your circle. It couldn’t be any easier.

So, far from summer being a networking wasteland, there are opportunities to expand your network, build trusted relationships and establish new referral sources. As Nat ended his song, “You'll wish that summer could always be here.”

Mindy F. Wolfle, a board member of Women Economic Developers of Long Island and a member of Public Relations Professionals of Long Island and the Social Media Association, is president of Neptune Marketing LLC, chief marketing officer of Armao LLP, and an instructor of business writing and not-for-profit marketing in Hofstra University’s department of continuing education.

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The Numbers Tell The Story The Town of Huntington conducted a lottery smaller, more affordable homes. Developlast week, pulling the names of more than 1,300 ments such as The Club at Melville, and proapplicants. The prize in this lottery wasn’t cash posals like The Seasons at Elwood, currently – it was an opportunity to buy a home in a de- being considered for approval by the Huntingvelopment for seniors being built in Melville. ton Town Board, are popular because they ofThe lottery was conducted to choose a pool fer our seniors an opportunity to remain on of potential buyers for affordable homes at The Long Island and close to their children, withClub at Melville, a seniors-only community out the maintenance worries and high taxes a being built on Deshon Drive. single-family home brings.

The numbers tell a story. In all, there were What’s more, giving seniors an alternative in 1,323 applicants for 260 homes. Roughly half housing allows them to put their single-family of the applicants were Town of Hunthomes on the market. As they ington residents or have an immediate EDITORIAL cash out on years of equity, they relative who is a town resident. Those also make that home available were pulled first in the lottery, followed by for a new generation of families with children. out-of-town applicants. Needless to say, the There is a similar groundswell of support majority of the applicants will ultimately be and interest among seniors for The Seasons at disappointed.

Elwood, the 360-unit senior lifestyle commuThe high number of applicants illustrates the nity being proposed by the Engel Burman need for senior housing on Long Island. With Group. Following a public hearing last month, the baby-boomer generation reaching retire- the clock is ticking on the project. It is a good ment age, there’s a growing need for senior project that meets a demonstrated need. For the housing options as empty nesters look to sake of our growing senior population, it downsize from single-family homes into should be approved

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Not All Presbyterians Agree!

DEAR EDITOR: The Session of Central Presbyterian Church, Huntington, N.Y., strongly condemns the unbiblical outcomes emerging from the recent meeting of the General Assembly (GA) of the Presbyterian Church (USA), or PCUSA, a denomination from which Central’s Session has already voted unanimously to separate.

Indeed, the two most egregious GA outcomes, namely affirmation of same-sex marriages and a vote to divest PCUSA investments in certain U.S. companies who do business with the State of Israel, pointedly illustrate Central’s assertion that the PCUSA has marched to the drumbeat of our secular culture, rather than seeking to transform that culture with the life-saving

and life-transforming love and grace of God. Previous GA actions and denominational policies have also undermined the ostensible respect for life noted in the PCUSA’s Book of Order, to a position now supporting abortion on demand at any time.

Central’s Session further asserts that these unbiblical positions arise from the PCUSA’s departure from its historic Reformed theology and tradition concerning the inerrant Authority of the Word of God in the Bible, and the unique atonement available in the Person and Work of Jesus Christ.

While Central’s Session will continue to pray for and with our PCUSA brothers and sisters, we will also continue to expedite our transfer from the PCUSA to a newly-formed Presbyterian denomination, namely EOC, a Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians.

FRANK M. MARLOW Clerk of Session Central Presbyterian Church Huntington

Restore The Plant DEAR EDITOR: Plans to construct a 752megawatt plant in Yaphank have been in the news over the past few months, and I cannot fathom as to how we arrived at this moment. I find it unconscionable that we are even considering a plan to build an additional plant.

Constructing a plant that will cost anywhere from $1.09 to $3 billion, without first considering other viable power options already in existence here on Long Island, is unconscionable.

Long Island is at a point where our ridiculously high energy rates are holding back our economic potential and stifling our

families. Building Caithness II guarantees a rate increase of at the very least three percent, when in reality, we will probably see an increase of 10 percent. Why do we have to foot the bill for a multi-billion dollar power plant when the Northport Power Plant is currently operating at half capacity? With only two of its four boilers operational, the alreadyexisting Northport Power Plant isn’t even fully operational. Instead of building a brand new facility, let’s modernize and retrofit the Northport Power Plant to meet future energy demands on the north shore.

Right now, running on 1950s technology, the Northport Power Plant is one of the most antiquated, inefficient, and environmentally-damaging plants on the eastern seaboard. Additionally, LIPA is citing a predicted increase in demand for power usage over the next few years as rationale for the Caithness II site.

The disregard for the benefits of re-powering the Northport Power Plant, both economically and environmentally, speaks to its lack of vision and true intentions for Long Island’s future. Refurbishment of the Northport Power Plant could save ratepayers billions of dollars, as well as create

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a plethora of good-paying local jobs. We could adequately fulfill the predicted need for additional power using an updated, efficient, and environmentallysound power plant.

Additionally, once the plant is fully operational, we could see an end to another major issue facing LIPA – the tax certiorari issue with the Town of Huntington. The Town of Huntington is open to agreements to solve the tax assessment dispute, and has displayed a clear willingness to work with LIPA on numerous occasions. I believe it is unrealistic for LIPA to begin a new process of pilot payments in a place like Yaphank, especially when the Town of Huntington is more than willing to compromise on the tax assessment issue if the Northport Power Plant receives the renovations it so desperately needs.

I implore LIPA to focus its efforts on a more economical and sensible project to restore the Northport Power Plant. LIPA would be doing the ratepayers and the people of Long Island a great disservice if it chooses to pursue its current plan.

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Summer Arts Festival Packs A Punch

By Megan Connor info@longislandergroup.com

July might be coming to a close, but the Huntington Summer Arts Festival is just heating up.

Presented by the Huntington Arts Council, the festival continues to bring the best in theatre, music, and dancing to Heckscher Park- completely free of charge. So invite your friends, bring the kids, and maybe even make some friends under the stars.

Keep reading for a roundup of what to expect from the festival for the remainder of the month.

On Friday, July 25 Heckscher Park will house the new band Chameleon, fronted by the established multi-Grammy awardnominated Harvey Mason. Jazz fans will melt over the sizzling blend of R&B and cutting-edge jazz, all starting at 8:30p.m.

Mason said Long Islanders are in for a treat.

“Expect a very exciting musical experience. I’m playing with five other amazing young musicians,” he said. “Our sound respects the old but is approached with new technique and enthusiasm. We will get you moving.”

The festival continues to bring more great music on Friday, July 26, with the Vijay Iyer Trio claiming center stage at 8:30p.m. Grammy-nominated pianist Vijay Iyer fronts the critically-acclaimed trio.

He said people don’t have to be familiar with the trio to enjoy their music.

Harvey Mason and Chameleon, the Soul Street Dance Troupe and WindSync are all coming to Heckscher Park this week as part of the Huntington Arts Council’s Summer Arts Festival.

“There might be people who aren’t familiar with us. So there’s a mutual discovery happening,” he said. “The audience is new to us and our music is probably new to them. I always approach the set with that in mind and think about how we can shape this experience to make it meaningful for everybody.”

Saturday, July 27 is sure to leave you starstruck – it’s a concert with a celestial twist. Starting at 8 p.m., the 20-piece band will be celebrating songs that revolve around the sun, moon and stars. Expect to hear your favorites by Bobbie Ruth, Frank Sinatra, Glenn Miller, Ella Fitzgerald and more reinterpreted by the band, led by Steve Shaiman.

On Tuesday, July 29, the festival picks

up and gets right back on its feet – and maybe its head.

The Soul Street Dance Troupe is a highenergy, breakin’ poppin’ n’ lockin’ group of four. Javier Garcia, a member of Soul Street, said you’ll see more than just dancing from the 7:30p.m. set.

“We do a lot in the show. There’s breaking and hip-hopping, obviously. But there are also elements of comedy,” he explained. “And then we do the history of street dance from every decade, from the ‘20s to the ‘80s. Its loads of fun, but very educational as well.”

Head over to the Northport Gazebo from 7:30p.m. to 10 p.m. for a change of pace on Wednesday, July 30. The Huntington Community Band will entertain the ears of

children and adults alike during their concert entitled “Fanfares, Flourishes and Finales.”

The arts festival finishes off July with a bang. Swing by Heckscher Park at 8:30 p.m. to hear a premier classical music ensemble called WindSync. Expect to experience magical melodies from the young quintet on Thursday, July 31.

Can’t make it to Heckscher Park? Community members can also catch the Northport Community Band on July 31 at the Northport Gazebo, also beginning at 8:30p.m. The concert features guest conductors Bob Domencetti and Izzet Mergen.

For more information on show times and dates visit the Huntington Arts Council website, www.huntingtonarts.org.

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Grown-Ups Take The Wheel At Usdan University Photos/courtesy of Usdan Center

The 11th annual Usdan University, held Friday at the Wheatley Heights performing arts center, was its most popular ever, most popular, Usdan officials said.

The adults-only arts camp experience on July 18 attracted 125 people from New York, Long Island and beyond for a day of sell-out classes, including arts, cooking, gardening, archery, nature walks and more.

Other topics included organic gardening and cooking; digital photography; painting; hand building ceramics, potter’s wheel ceramics; Broadway jazz dance

and musical theater performance.

Lunch was catered by Panera Bread, followed by a concert in the 1,000-seat McKinley Amphitheater and followed by an afternoon reception.

The Usdan Center for the Creative and Performing Arts is now in its 47th season.

Alumni include actors Natalie Portman, Olivia Thirlby and Jackie Hoffman, and singers Jane Monheit and Mariah Carey.

It has introduced the arts to more than 60,000 tri-state area children since its founding in 1968.

Song, dance, pottery and more were on the agenda July 18 for a decidedly grown-up day at the Usdan Center for the Creative and Performing Arts.

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According to Mike Scimeca, the James Joseph II sees many regulars. “Everybody’s different,” he said. “Everybody’s crazy in their own way.”

By A. Dollinger and A. Wroblewski info@longislandergroup.com

The sky was the kind of blue that sometimes seems to exist only in the "happy ending" stage of a fairytale, and a shelf of pure-white clouds sat parallel to the horizon.

Marking our spot with camera bags and a cooler, we took to the white bench near the bow of the 65-foot James Joseph II party boat for a day of fishing with the crew and about 35 others.

On the ground at our feet was a defeated-looking glittery, green plastic squid – a lure – and two feet away was a bucket of slimy bait.

In a sea of man-made edifices, it’s easy to lose sight of Huntington’s natural beauty. But beyond the restaurants, mansions, parks and foundations, there is the actual sea.

Within five minutes of boarding the boat, passengers sail past the wind and into Huntington Harbor.

The only building in sight is the historic Huntington Lighthouse, which passengers notice in the midst of the waves crashing on the ship’s walls and the cries of passing birds beckoning for bites to eat. The ospreys fly toward organic-looking nests in high towers, overlooked by man-made mansions on the shore.

A fishing trip on the James Joseph II is the epitome of relaxation. Not only do those who work on the boat provide less-experienced fishermen and women with poles, but they clean and fillet caught fish before placing it into plastic bags for transport.

The four-hour ventures, which leave from the dock behind the Halesite Fire Department at 7 a.m., noon and 4:30 p.m., allow the opportunity to catch and keep fluke and porgy of appropriate sizes.

To the disappointment of a little blonde boy, Joseph Gemelli, out for a day of fishing with his grandmother, crabs are not for keeps.

“Guys, I caught a crab,” Gemelli, 8, said, following up with questions like, “Can you bring a crab home?” and “Why can’t we keep him as a pet?”

Two fish made it into our bucket.

Long Islander News reporter Arielle Dollinger, right, caught an 18-inch fluke – just large enough to keep.

Long Islander News reporter Andrew Wroblewski catches a porgy, which would join the fluke in the bucket.

The first, an 18-inch fluke, was just long enough to keep. It would be cooked that night, dressed in red wine and lemon juice and garnished with lemon slices.

The second was a porgy – smaller, but just as lively as it flopped uneasily.

A sea robin, a burnt sienna-colored fish with tough and textured wings, made it onto our hook, but not into our bucket.

The edibility of the sea robin was a debated topic on the boat. One man said that they couldn't be eaten. Another said that they could be eaten; they just taste "like the sole of an Adidas.”

Though not everyone can expect to catch a fish worthy of Captain Ahab each time his or her hook sinks to the bottom of the sea, the experience is no less impressive.

Joseph Gemelli, 8, caught a crab but couldn’t keep it. He could keep this fluke, though.

As a lifeless line drifts about in the water below, eyes wander to the shore where a green sea – one of trees – is always visible. Houses with multiple stories and Victorian accents peek through gaps of green to inspire awe and ambition; without trying, they draw thoughts like, “I want one

of those,” or, “That’ll be mine someday.”

And then, ensuring that wandering thoughts and boating beauty do not completely overcome those with tickets only for the day, the horn sounds three times and the lines come up.

It’s time to go home.

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TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

Big Bucks Roll In For Campaigns

By Danny Schrafel dschrafel@longislandergroup.com

Tens of thousands of dollars are rolling in to the hotly contested Third District Court race in Huntington ahead of a looming Sept. 9 primary.

According to their July 2014 financial disclosure filings, Democratic candidates for District Court have nearly $40,000 on hand combined. Candidate Jim Matthews, who raised $25,765, has $19,058 in his war chest, while Patricia Flynn raised $14,550 and has $12,150 on hand. Incumbent Paul Hensley, a Conservative backed

by Democrats, raised $21,075, of which $5,000 is a personal loan to his campaign, and has $8,212 remaining after expenses.

Republican incumbent Steve Hackeling has kept up pace in his own right, raising $19,562 and showing $12,203 cash on hand. His two fellow GOP candidates – Paul Senzer and Walter Long – however, did not have a campaign committee established as of the July periodic reports.

Senzer said on Sunday that he’s in the process of forming a committee and planning fundraising events. Long said he’s doing the same.

The competitive race is a result of a dispute between Huntington GOP chair Toni Tepe and Conservative chair Frank Tinari over endorsements.

Meanwhile, in the race for Suffolk County Comptroller, Eaton’s Neck’s Jim Gaughran is off to a fast start in the fundraising derby, raking in $154,279. He currently has $142,333 on hand. His new opponent, Legislator John Kennedy of TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

Town Hikes Marina Fees Storing vessels at the Mill Dam Marina in Huntington will be a little more expensive this winter.

Following a recommendation by the Harbors and Boating Advisory Council, the town board voted unanimously July 15 to increase resident storage fees by $3 per foot, to $19 per foot, and non-resident fees by $1, or $20 per foot for the winter season. For example, the storage fee for a 20foot vessel would be $380 for the winter.

The storage period runs from Nov. 15 to April 1.

Residents are allowed to sign up for winter wet storage prior to Sept. 1, while non-residents may only sign up after that date. One hundred spots are available at Mill Dam. Town spokesman A.J. Carter said Monday that the new fees represent a “cost of living increase.”

“Private businesses that stored boats have raised their fees. The town storage is still cheaper,” he said.

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Smithtown, joined the race Friday, replacing County GOP chair John LaValle.

In state races, however, Republican incumbents are enjoying a sizable financial advantage over their opponents.

In the 10th Assembly district, Republican incumbent Chad Lupinacci raised $20,361 – that includes a $2,000 personal loan to his campaign – and has $12,125 in the bank.

His opponent, Democrat Dominick Feeney Jr., did not have a campaign committee established as of the July periodic reports.

Feeney said he’s in the process of launching

a fundraising committee.

Meanwhile, Assemblyman Andrew Raia, who is unopposed in his bid to win re-election to the 12th Assembly District, raised $52,621.40 and has $32,689.34 on hand.

Likewise, State Senate incumbent John Flanagan, a Republican, appears to have little challenge in the Second District.

Flanagan pulled in $115,530 and has nearly $300,000 at his disposal. His opponent, Centereach’s Joseph Lombardi, filed a statement with the State Board of Elections indicating he will not raise funds in the race.

Meanwhile, in the Fifth Senate District, Democrats are taking more aggressive aim at Republican State Senator Carl Marcellino, who has been in office since 1995.

Marcellino raised $67,659 and has $282,484 on hand, while his opponent, Sea Cliff Mayor Bruce Kennedy, pulled in $23,705 and shows $20,949 in the bank.

Eyeing control of the State Senate, however, State Democratic officials have pledged to pump funds into the MarcellinoKennedy race to close the gap in war chests between the two men.

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Massa’s Coal-Fired Continues A Rich Family Tradition

By Arielle & Andrew foodies@longislandergroup.com

Its façade now masked by metal fence signifying municipal parking lot construction, Massa’s Coal-Fired Brick Oven Pizzeria is a hidden rustic oasis.

The Huntington Village pizzeria came to its current location in February and offers a menu that is its own take on the traditional, meant to provide patrons with pizza reminiscent of the coal-fired concoctions of Italy. And though the Town of Huntington has closed the Gerard Street parking lot that faces its entrance for reconstruction, the doors of Massa’s are still wide open.

“People are managing to get in,” said owner Bill Massa. “If they want to get in, they’re parking and they’re finding a way.”

According to its website, the familyowned establishment is owned by “pizza royalty, of sorts.” The Massa family is related to two Patsys: Patsy Grimaldi, founder of Patsy’s – later Grimaldi’s – in Brooklyn and Patsy Lancieri, founder of Patsy’s in East Harlem.

Among the selection of Starters at Massa’s is the Garlic Bread, described on the menu as “round like our pizza.” A lighter, less-greasy version of the normally-oily appetizer, the garlic bread at Massa’s is a flavorful option for those who

prefer not to get their hands dirty. The round shape is convenient, allowing eaters to pick up slices by the crust and avoid mess.

Specialty pies at Massa’s are available in medium or large sizes. The “No. 3” ($24/$28) is a standout – a white pizza with fresh mozzarella, scallions, scamorza cheese (a mozzarella-like cheese, but with a stronger taste), truffle oil and pancetta, it is the sort of specialty pie that truly seems like a specialty.

The “No. 6” ($20/$22) combines marinara sauce and caramelized onion, sans cheese. Though not as seemingly indulgent as the No. 3, the No. 6 is unique and the marinara tastes of fresh tomatoes.

Chicken Parmigiano ($13.75) – baked in a coal oven, as noted on the menu – is topped with fresh mozzarella and served with pasta.

On the dessert menu are the familiar: cannolis, tartufo, etc. And then there are the fresh: the Spumoni Truffle with dark chocolate-covered vanilla, chocolate, strawberry and pistachio ice cream around a cherry and almond center; the Cookies & Cream Truffle; the Nutella Pizza.

Available with raspberry drizzle and powdered sugar, the Nutella Pizza exists in a strange state of dichotomy. Light and rich at the same time, the Nutella-crust proportion is close to perfect.

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COOP ON THE MOVE: Sad news for Chicken Coop enthusiasts – they’ve closed their doors at 44 Gerard Street. But, according to Allison, Eddie and the rest of the Coop team, this isn’t “farewell,” it’s “see you soon,” and they promise the lack of grilltisserie chicken, enormous sandwiches and delicious home style sides will only be temporary. They’re changing locations, and plan to expand and improve the little Coop that could. We’ll keep you posted as plans emerge.

A ‘JEWEL’ OF A HAPPY HOUR: Jewel by Tom Schaudel (400 Broad Hollow Road,

Melville 631-755-5777 www.jewelrestaurantli.com) will make any weekday happy, thanks to a Monday-Friday happy hour boasting drink specials and complimentary hors d’oeuvres at the bar from 5-7 p.m.

Knowing Tom’s track record, there’s little doubt in our mind that happy hour will be one you don’t want to miss.

Known simply as the “No. 3,” this specialty Massa’s pizza is topped with fresh mozzarella, scallions, scamorza cheese, truffle oil and pancetta.

Massa’s Coal-Fired Brick Oven Pizzeria 345 Main Street, Huntington 631-923-FIRE (3473) www.massaspizzeria.com

Massa’s Nutella Pizza, when topped with a raspberry drizzle and powdered sugar, is the closest you can get to a jelly donut without making the trip down to Dunkin Donuts.

please! That’s the fabulous lunch special available at Café Buenos Aires (23 Wall St., Huntington, NY 631-603-3600 www.cafebuenosaires.net) during the week.

Hugo has surprises and delights at every turn

ATMOSPHERE: Rustic Italian CUISINE: Coal-fired pizzas, classic Italian PRICE: Moderate HOURS: Sun-Thurs. 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Fri/Sat 11:30a.m. – 11p.m.

– there’s something sure to hit the spot.

DINE TO THE MUSIC: Summer weekends are

decidedly musical at Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar (117 New York Ave., Huntington 631-385-1515 restaurantprime.com).

On Friday, the Moonlighters perform live from 4:30-7:30 p.m.; there’s also half-price sushi in the bar areas from 4:30-6:30 p.m.

The Young Rebel Goombas perform 4-8 p.m. on Margaritaville Saturdays, while the Therapy Band performs from 4-8 p.m. on Calypso Sundays. If you’re an early riser, check out Jazz Brunch from 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. If you prefer movies, Monday night movies start at 8:30 p.m., complete with popcorn, cocktails, BBQ, blankets and the cinema behind the cabana bar. Playing this Monday: the Will Ferrell/John C. Reilly comedy, “Step Brothers” (rated R).

AN EMERGING HUB: Keep your eye out on a

14 DOLLAR DEAL – Five tapas for $14? Yes,

Typically accompanied by a side salad or some pasta, Massa’s Chicken Parmigiana is topped with fresh mozzarella and served next to fresh slices of garlic bread.

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The staff at Massa’s welcomes any and all searching for some authentic coal-fired brick oven pizza in Huntington Village.

small stretch of Broadway-Greenlawn, which appears will emerge in the coming months as a destination for diverse cuisine. Azuma, one of our favorite Japanese hotspots, is in the process of moving to 239 Broadway-Greenlawn in Joe Cola-

After Azuma moved across the street, Ake Bono is headed to 252 Broadway, one of several restaurants emerging along a stretch in Greenlawn. mussi’s newly refurbished shopping center. Coming in behind Azuma at its former home at 252 Broadway will be another sushi fusion concept called Ake Bono. As all that unfolds, across the street, Dave’s Goldmine Mexican Grill has been calling 233 Broadway-Greenlawn home for the last two ago, joining Campania Pizza and Pasta at 235. Still not enough choices?

How about burgers? Good news – Burger Inc. is on the way to 241 BroadwayGreenlawn, next door to Azuma’s future home. Five promising restaurants, four different styles to enjoy. What’s not to love?

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PERFORMING ARTS

Davi Dazzles At Eisenhower Thousands of concertgoers sprung to their feet Saturday night, as actor-turnedsinger Robert Davi took his musical interpretation of Frank Sinatra from atop Nassau’s Lakeside Theatre stage down to the crowd.

Davi left the stage to “You Make Me Feel So Young” and entered the crowd with “Pennies from Heaven.”

As he strolled, Davi, best known for his villainous roles in films including “Die Hard,” “License to Kill” and “The Goonies,” shook hands and crooned his way into the hearts of his fans.

Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano hosted “Davi Sings Sinatra – the Second Time Around” as part of his free Summer Concert Series at Eisenhower Park.

Warm-up acts for Davi included worldrenowned classical pianist Svetlana Smolina and comedian Dave Konig.

Davi has been performing his musical salute to “Old Blue Eyes” around the Globe for about two years now – most recently in Australia, where he received rave reviews.

In addition to singing such favorites as “All the Way,” “Day In Day Out,” “Summer Wind” and “Come Fly With Me,” Davi sang a heart-rendering “The House I Live In” after which he saluted veterans, police officers and firefighters from the stage.

His ballads, such as “I Have Dreamed” and “Old Man River” – a stirring tribute to Maya Angelou – enthralled all. Among the luminaries in the audience were 95year-old Ervin Drake and his wife Edith, recognized as one of the great songwriters

Robert Davi is welcomed to Eisenhower Park Saturday by Nassau County Ed Mangano. of all time. Davi sang Drake’s “It Was a Very Good Year,” and then introduced him to the crowd.

A Long Island native who grew up in Dix Hills, Davi spoke to the audience about his reasons for selecting songs to perform from The Great American Songbook – which he calls the “Shakespeare of America” – and his desire to bring back the spirit of the United States he feels has been lost. Davi ended Saturday’s performance with “New York, New York” to more than 10,000 screaming fans.

Davi said his salute to his idol and old friend, Frank Sinatra, as well as his critically acclaimed interpretation of the Songbook, is “reminiscent not only of Sinatra’s musical accomplishments but also emerges with a deep understanding of the social significance of the music.”

His debut album, “Davi Sings Sinatra On the Road to Romance,” was produced

by Phil Ramone, and was at No. 6 on Billboard’s Jazz Charts for several weeks.

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‘One-Stop Bridal Shop’ Opens Doors In Village

Charles Prokop, center, flanked by Huntington Councilwomen Susan Berland, Tracey Edwards, and Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce representatives, cut the ribbon at the grand opening celebration for his Huntington village store, Princess Bridal & Formals II.

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Lose yourself in luscious lace, glide through the glamorous glitter, and take in the trendy taffeta – Princess Bridals & Formals II welcomes you into a wedding wonderland, so make yourself comfortable.

As of June 17, the new shop, an addition to their flagship location in Farmingdale, has called Huntington village home.

Charles Prokop, a Huntington resident and CEO of the Huntington village location, said the community has welcomed his business with open arms. Last month, the Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce officially welcomed Princess Bridals to town with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

“I’ve been searching for a location here for, no exaggeration, eight to 10 years.

They call Huntington a mini-Big Apple,” he said. “I couldn’t be happier.”

Even though Princess Bridals & Formals II is a newcomer to Huntington village, the business has been around for over 44 years, always family owned and operated.

“What makes us really different is that we’re the only original family-owned and operated bridal salon. We’ve developed a reputation as a family business. My grandmother Florence Remy founded it, and she’s still active in the business,” Prokop said.

Prokop said the longevity of the bridal shop has given them a chance to make amazing friends and keep generations of happy customers coming back.

“We’re a one-stop shop. It starts with girls coming in and picking out their communion dresses, then junior prom, then prom, then the wedding, and then their daughter’s wedding,” he said.

The greatest part of the job, according to Prokop, is the happiness they can give to every bride who walks through the door.

“The best part is when you see a bride in her dress, and you know it’s going to be in her wedding album forever. I love it.

All your bridal needs – especially the dress – can be met at Princess Bridals & Formals II. It’s what keeps me going,” he said. “She shines like a star; we’re just honored to be a part of that.”

But the business could only be run by someone who has the history and credentials to keep it alive and thriving – Prokop’s resume certainly doesn’t fall short. A 2000 Hofstra grad, he’s been dedicated to the family business since high school.

“It began with simple things, doing computer entry and inventory. But starting in college I got involved with the business aspect, and never looked back,” he said.

Prokop said being in Huntington has been better than he could have ever imagined, especially when it comes to community buzz.

“Word of mouth is great. It has driven this town,” he said.

While staying grounded in his hometown roots, Prokop said he sees bigger and better things in the future for Princess Bridals.

“I’d like another location, but I want to build this location in terms of clientele, in terms of formal wear. We will be offering tuxedos in the coming months. And it will be a one-stop shop for the entire bridal party,” he said. “People come to us for a Manhattan-level experience, but never at Manhattan prices.”

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A16 • THE HALF HOLLOW HILLS NEWSPAPER • JULY 24, 2014 THURSDAY Driving ‘Back To The Future’ The nostalgia continues with another drive-in movie at Crab Meadow Beach on July 24 with “Back to the Future.” Come early to see a great collection of DeLoreans, presented by the Long Island DeLorean Club. Movie begins at darkness (8:30-9 p.m.). Pack lawn chairs in the event the drive-in lot fills early. Overflow parking and bus service available. In the event of inclement weather, performance moves indoors to Boyd Intermediate School, 286 Cuba Hill Road, Elwood at 7:30 p.m. www.HuntingtonNY.gov. 631-351-3112.

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Cold Spring Harbor Library 95 Harbor Road, Cold Spring Harbor. 631-6926820. cshlibrary.org.

• Enjoy art? Diana Berthod’s quilts and multimedia paintings, inspired by her beloved equines, will be on display through July 30.

• Roll up your sleeves and stop by for handson learning, for children entering grades K-6.

On Thursday, July 24, learn about the weather and create your very own tornado from 4:30-5:30 p.m.

The Huntington Arts Council’s 49th annual Huntington Summer Arts Festival continues Tues.-Sun. in Heckscher Park. Free performances start at 8:30 p.m. at the Chapin Rainbow Stage, except for Tuesday’s Family Nights, which begin an hour earlier. www.huntingtonarts.org.

Commack Public Library 18 Hauppauge Road, Commack. 631-4990888. commack.suffolk.lib.ny.us.

• Enjoy a friendly game of bridge or mah-jongg in the Community Room every Friday, from 15:30 p.m.

• Join the library’s weekly Thursday showing of newly released films. All movies begin at 2 p.m.

FRIDAY Music By The Water Enjoy music by the water at Northport Village Park on Friday evenings (weather permitting), at 7 p.m., through Aug. 29. Entrance is free; lawn chairs and blankets are suggested.

Deer Park Public Library

Red Is For Passion

SATURDAY

Driving ‘Back To The Future’ The nostalgia continues with another drive-in movie at Crab Meadow Beach on July 24 with “Back to the Future.” Come early to see a great collection of DeLoreans, presented by the Long Island DeLorean Club. Movie begins at darkness (8:30-9 p.m.).

Pack lawn chairs in the event the drive-in lot fills early. Overflow parking and bus service available. In the event of inclement weather, performance moves indoors to Boyd Intermediate School, 286 Cuba Hill Road, Elwood at 7:30 p.m. www.HuntingtonNY.gov. 631-351-3112.

Art & Crafts Fair An arts and crafts fair on July 26 will feature more than 30 vendors of hand-crafted items, as well as a petting zoo, classic cars, Rick Caran and his adorable pups, the Eat Me Drink Me food truck, live entertainment, kids’ crafts and more. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (rain or shine) at the South Huntington Public Library, 145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station. 631-549-4411. www.shpl.info.

Fresh Eats The Northport Farmers’ Market continues its seventh season, running every Saturday until Nov. 22, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., rain or shine. Located in the Cow Harbor parking lot at the foot of Main Street, browse farm-to-fork favorites with beautiful Northport Harbor in the background.

Live Music Live local bands take over Finley’s of Greene Street, 43 Greene St., Huntington, every Saturday night at 11 p.m. Join in the fun and food!

Briggs Must Fest On Aug. 2, Briggs Music hosts the first Annual Briggs Fest, a celebration of the Long Island music community, from 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

Featured local talent includes John Devine (harmonica and uke),The Loves (female-fronted, gut-bucket blues), and Francis Dark (quirky power pop), plus musical acts featuring students from Briggs’ own school of music. 764B Park Ave., Huntington in the Rob Roy shopping center.

SUNDAY See The Light(house) It’s a short boat ride from Huntington’s Gold Star Battalion Beach to the Huntington Lighthouse, where, on July 27, Aug. 10, 24, and Sept. 14 and 21, you can go on a guided tour and see the lighthouse and harbor from a new perspective. Tours are conducted from 113 p.m. Suggested donation: Adults - $15; Seniors - $10; Children - $8; Family of 4 - $30. www.huntingtonlighthouse.org.

Find Your Center Find inner peace in an ongoing weekly class for beginners and newcomers every Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Dipamkara Meditation

Join business professionals at BNI Executive Referral Exchange’s breakfast networking meeting every Wednesday, 7-8:30 a.m. at the Dix Hills Diner, 1800 Jericho Turnpike, Dix Hills. 631-462-7446.

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Free Concerts In The Park

Love the color red and enjoy living it up? The Red Hat women are looking for new members who enjoy going places and making new friends. Their motto: Fun, Frolic and Friendship. 631-271-6470 or flarpp@yahoo.com.

Power Breakfast

Center, 282 New York Ave., Huntington. 631549-1000. www.MeditationOnLongisland.org.

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Elwood Public Library A Brief Course On Love

Senior Seminar On July 27, 1-3 p.m., the National Aging in Place Coalition presents a seminar for seniors and caregivers, covering topics like free services for seniors and long-term care planning, at the Unity Church of Healing Light, 203 East Pulaski Road, Huntington Station. Free admission; donations suggested.

44 Lake Ave., Deer Park. 631-586-3000. deerparklibrary.org.

• Through a grant from New York State, the library offers Google Nexus 7 tablets for borrowing. Browse the web, download a book, play games and more with just a touch of your finger. Tablets can be checked out for two weeks on an adult Deer Park library card.

• Come by for Sticker Saturday on July 26 anytime from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Have fun while designing and coloring your very own stickers.

Authors and relationship experts Stefan Deutsch and Dr. Roberta Karant have collaborated with Westbury Manor and other Long Island companies to bring new information about the science of love on Monday, July 28, 6-9 p.m., $50 per couple. The event will be held at the Westbury Manor.

3027 Jericho Turnpike, Elwood. 631-499-3722. www.elwoodlibrary.org.

• Watch the library’s weekly Friday afternoon movie at 1 p.m.

• Come to a craft station that’s out of this world. Outer Space Art Stations will be available to children 3-5 years old on Wednesday, July 30, 4:15-4:45p.m. Register online.

Half Hollow Hills Community Library

TUESDAY Sing! Stretch! Dance! Play! Enjoy a fun-filled class that includes parachute play and bubble play and meet other Jewish moms at The Chai Center in Dix Hills. The free class takes place Tuesdays at 10 a.m. For children ages 6-36 months. Pre-registration required. 631-3518672. www.thechaicenter.com.

Dix Hills: 55 Vanderbilt Parkway. 631-4214530; Melville: 510 Sweet Hollow Road. 631421-4535. hhhlibrary.org.

• Have fun doing jigsaw puzzles and playing other mind-sharpening games in a relaxed atmosphere on Tuesday, July 29, 2-4 p.m. in Dix Hills. Check out the library’s Memory Care Collection of books, DVDs and puzzles.

• Watch the award-winning film “Gravity” starting Sandra Bullock and George Clooney on Friday, July 25, 2 p.m. in Melville.

Crash Course For Teens

Free Help For Vets

Harborfields Public Library

The Suffolk County Police Department offers its free “Crash Course in Crash Avoidance” classes for teen drivers ages 16 to 18.

Designed to supplement training already learned from DMV, defensive driving and driver education programs, this single-day, twoand-a-half hour course teaches new drivers how to anticipate and avoid dangerous road situations. Call the Suffolk Police EVOC Academy at 631-852-6109.

Every Tuesday from 12-4 p.m. is “Military Appreciation Tuesdays,” when Long Island Cares specifically assists veterans, military personnel and their families at the Hauppauge and Freeport emergency pantries.

Appointments can be made by contacting jrosati@licares.org.

31 Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-757-4200. harborfieldslibrary.org.

• An AARP Smart Driver Course will be held Monday, July 28, 9:30 a.m. $20 members/$25 non-members.

• Stop by every Saturday in July for Book Buddies. Children ages 4 to those in second grade can practice their reading with teen volunteers during a 20-minute session any time from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Costumes and Comics Stop by SPARKBOOM’s CosPlay Sunday: Get Your Geek On, on July 27. The event will be held at Escape Pod Comics from 1-5 p.m. in Huntington and will feature two live DJs. For more information contact the Huntington Arts Council.

MONDAY

Argentine Tango Classes Experience the subtle communication between partners as you learn the tango.

Come dressed to impress (but be comfortable) for classes on Monday nights, 7-9:30 p.m. at Spirit of Huntington Art Center, 2 Melville Road North, Huntington Station. 631470-9620 or email noconintended@gmail.com. Suggested donation: $10 per person/$15 per couple.

Drama Boot Camp Signup A four-day interactive workshop for the theatrically inclined will be held Aug. 18-21, 10 a.m.noon, at Reach Community Youth Agency, 525 Half Hollow Road, Dix Hills. Open to middle and high school students, and taught by a theatre professional. $20 (includes snack). reachcyainc@aol.com. 631-549-9417. For

Free Mommy And Me Class

WEDNESDAY Check Out Five Towns

Huntington Public Library

Do you qualify for a scholarship? Five Towns College in Dix Hills invites you to stop by during Spring Enrollment Days every Wednesday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to find out if you qualify. New and transfer students welcome for on-the-spot evaluations. Application fees will be waived. Five Towns College focuses on audio recording technology, music, music business, theatre arts, filmmaking, mass communication and more. For more information, or to schedule a private tour or visit the next open house, call 631-656-2110 or go to ftc.edu.

Main Branch: 338 Main St., Huntington. 631427-5165. Station Branch: 1335 New York Ave., Huntington Station.

631-421-5053. www thehuntingtonlibrary.org.

• Beginners yoga will be offered every Thursday until Aug. 28 at the main branch from 9:30-10:30 a.m. This class will focus on breathing and stretching. A $25 fee is required online or in person.

• Career counselor Constance Hallinan Lagan presents “How To Make Money As A Magazine Writer” at the main branch on Thursday, July 31, at 7 p.m.

Open Mic Night

Northport-East Northport Public Library

Play your heart out at an acoustic open mic night every Wednesday at Caffe Portofino, 249 Main St., Northport, 7-10 p.m. www.facebook.com/cafportopenmic. Original songs only.

Northport: 151 Laurel Ave. 631-261-6930. East Northport: 185 Larkfield Road. 631-261-2313. www.nenpl.org.

• Come to both branches for the Read to Your

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Admission: $6 adults, $5 seniors, $4 students, and children under 5 are free. 631-427-5240. www.waltwhitman.org.

• Schedule at a time convenient for your group for high tea and transport yourself back in time as your group experiences High Tea in a private gathering house at the Birthplace. $25/person. 631-427-5240, ext. 120. teaparty@waltwhitman.org.

(Continued from page A16) Baby Summer Reading Club, for babies and toddlers up to 2 years old with an adult.

Come anytime between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.

The series is daily for the month of July.

• Join science educator Michelle Skoblicki for a lesson on your favorite African animals on Thursday, July 24, 10-10:45 a.m. Come to the main branch for this interactive hands-on program.

South Huntington Public Library 145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station.

631-549-4411. www.shpl.info.

• Enjoy Tai Chi for Beginners every Monday until Aug. 28 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. The gentle flowing movements of Tai Chi aim to improve balance, flexibility and relaxation. $32.

• Magician Bob McEntee will delight audience members with his fascinating family show on Thursday, July 24, at 7 p.m. in the outdoor garden. Bring the whole family. Registration required.

THEATER and FILM Bare Bones Theater 57 Main St., Northport. barebonestheater.com.

631-606-0026.

• Bare Bones Theater Co. presents “Enchanted April” by Matthew Barber on July 31, Aug. 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16 and 17. The play tells the story of a group of Englishwomen, strangers to each other, who rent a villa in Italy for a month for a vacation from their personal problems. $25.

Arena Players On the Vanderbilt Courtyard Stage, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport. www.arenaplayers.org.

516-293-0674.

• The Arena Players Repertory Theatre Company presents the 26th annual Summer Shakespeare Festival, featuring a performance of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” running through Sunday, Aug. 24. Performances are Wednesdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m. $15.

Cinema Arts Centre 423 Park Ave., Huntington. www.cinemaartscentre.org. 631-423-7611.

• Stop by on Saturday, July 26, 10:30 p.m. for a double-feature showing of “Paths of Glory” and “The Conversation,” presented by Brett Sherris’ Summer Camp Cinema Film Festival.

More information online.

• Watch Mark Ruffalo and Keira Knightley in the film “Begin Again” on Thursday, July 24. Show times are 12:10, 2:25, 4:40, and 9:15 p.m.

John W. Engeman Theater At Northport 350 Main St., Northport. www.johnwengemantheater.com. 631-261-2900.

• Next up on the main stage, “DeathTrap” opens July 24.

The Minstrel Players of Northport.

Houghton Hall theatre, Trinity Episcopal Church, 130 Main St., Northport. 631-7322926. www.minstrelplayers.org.

• Performances for the third annual Original Short Play Festival, “Scenes from the Zone,” will be on Saturday, July 26 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, July 27 at 3 p.m. $20 for adults, $15 seniors/children. Group rates available.

AUDITIONS/SUBMISSIONS Northport Symphony Orchestra The Northport Symphony Orchestra seeks new members in all sections. Repertoire ranges from Baroque through classical and romantic to early 20th century. Music Director Richard Hyman is an award-winning music educator and composer. Rehearsals are on Wednesdays from 7:30-9 p.m., usually at East Northport Middle School. Email info@northportorchestra.org to arrange an audition. Website: northportorchestra.org.

MUSEUMS/EXHIBITS Art League of Long Island 107 East Deer Park Road, Dix Hills. Gallery hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. weekends. 631-462-5400. www.ArtLeagueLI.net.

• Visit the strolling gallery through July 28 for an exhibit featuring oil paintings by Dr.

MUSIC & DANCE Dix Hills Performing Arts Center

Dance The Night Away Most summer Thursdays (July 24; Aug. 7, 21 and 28; Sept. 4), the Vanderbilt Museum hosts Midsummer Night Dances in the Celebration Tent on the Great Lawn. The evenings, from 6:30-9:30 p.m., feature ballroom and other types of dancing, with an emphasis on a different step each week. Professional instructors are on hand to demonstrate techniques. The evening includes light dinner fare. $30 at door; $25 in advance; $160 for season ($20/dance). 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport. 631-854-5555. www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Reynaldo Reyes.

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor. Open seven days a week, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday and Sundays until 6 p.m.: $6 adults; $4 children 3-12 and seniors over 65; members and children under 3 are free. 516-692-6768. www.cshfha.org.

• Every Wednesday during July and August, cool off with Wacky Water Wednesdays between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

• Satisfy your sweet tooth with an Ice Cream Social Saturday, July 26, 4-6 p.m.

Park Road, Melville. Gallery Hours: Monday Friday 7 a.m.-7 p.m. 631-271-8423. www.huntingtonarts.org.

• The Personal Best 2014 Members Show, featuring nearly 90 works of HAC member artists at the Main Street Petite Gallery, runs in two shows: the first, through Aug. 4; and the second, Aug. 7-Sept. 2, with an opening reception Aug. 8, 6-8 p.m.

Huntington Historical Society

279 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor. 631-3673418. www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.

• Come by every Monday in July and August at 2:30 p.m. for Monday Minnows. Enjoy themed story time, crafts and play for ages 2 1/2-5.

Siblings welcome.

• The “Mermaid Tea Party” is a celebration of mermaids on July 27 at 12 and 2:30 p.m. $15 adult/child pair; additional children $4 each.

Members $5/child.

Main office/library: 209 Main St., Huntington.

Museums: Conklin Barn, 2 High St.; Kissam House/Museum Shop, 434 Park Ave.; Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building, 228 Main St. 631427-7045, ext. 401. www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.

• Exhibit “The Times They Were A-Changing – 1960s & Huntington’s Response” on display at the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building.

• Hop a boat and tour the Van Wycks-Lefferts Tide Mill, built in 1795, throughout the spring and summer: July 28, 12:30 p.m.; Aug. 11, 11:45 a.m.; Aug. 22, 1:45 p.m.; Sept. 8, 10:30 a.m. $10 members/$15 non-members.

RSVP a must.

fotofoto Gallery

LaMantia Gallery

14 W. Carver St., Huntington. Gallery hours: Friday 5-8 p.m., Saturday 12-8 p.m., Sunday 12-4 p.m. 631-549-0448. www.fotofotogallery.org.

• Stop by for “The BIG Show” until July 28.

Admission is free to see a gallery full of large works by gallery artists.

127 Main St., Northport Village. 631-754-8414. www.lamantiagallery.com.

• Following the success of a display of exclusive featuring never-before-seen Dr. Seuss artwork, the gallery displays a permanent collation of estate-authorized art.

Gallery Thirty Seven

215 Main St., Northport. Museum hours: Tuesday - Sunday, 1-4:30 p.m. 631-757-9859. www.northporthistorical.org.

• “Window Shopping Through Time” is a recreation of 10 stores that were located on Main Street and Woodbine Avenue spanning about 100 years, from the 1880s’ Morris City Grocery with their fresh produce and dry goods to the 1980s five-and-dime with their ribbon and toys.

Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum

12b School Street, Northport. www.gallerythirtyseven.com.

• Visit Northport’s newest gallery and check out the resident artists.

Heckscher Museum Of Art 2 Prime Ave., Huntington. Museum hours: Wednesday - Friday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., first Fridays from 4-8:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission $6-8/adults, $46/seniors, and $4-5/children; members and children under 10 free. 631-351-3250.

• “Rhythm & Repetition in 20th Century Art,” on view through Aug. 10, focuses on artists who use repeated shapes depicting natural, manmade, or abstract forms as a method to organize their compositions.

Holocaust Memorial And Tolerance Center Welwyn Preserve. 100 Crescent Beach Road, Glen Cove. Hours: Mon.-Fri.: 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Sat.-Sun.: noon-4 p.m. 516-571-8040 ext. 100. www.holocaust-nassau.org.

• The permanent exhibit explains the 1930s increase of intolerance, the reduction of human rights, and the lack of intervention that enabled the persecution and mass murder of millions of Jews and others: people with disabilities, Roma and Sinti (Gypsies), Jehovah’s Witnesses, gays and Polish intelligentsia.

Huntington Arts Council Main Street Petite Gallery: 213 Main St., Huntington. Gallery hours: Monday - Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Art in the Art-trium: 25 Melville

Northport Historical Society Museum

Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport. Museum hours through April 15: Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday, 12-4 p.m. Grounds admission: $7 adults, $6 students with ID and seniors 62 and older, and $3 children 12 and under. Mansion tour, add $5 per person. 631-854-5555. www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

• The planetarium’s new show, “Black Holes: Journey into the Unknown,” has regular showings on Tuesdays and Sundays at 2 p.m.

• Most summer Thursdays (July 24; Aug. 7, 21 and 28; Sept. 4), the Vanderbilt Museum hosts Midsummer Night Dances in the Celebration Tent on the Great Lawn. The evenings, from 6:30-9:30 p.m., feature ballroom and other types of dancing, with an emphasis on a different step each week.

Professional instructors are on hand to demonstrate techniques. The evening includes light dinner fare. $30 at door; $25 in advance; $160 for season ($20/dance).

Walt Whitman Birthplace 246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington

Five Towns College, 305 N. Service Road, Dix Hills. Box Office: 631-656-2148. www.dhpac.org.

• Julie Budd performs “They Wrote the Songs…The Music of our Lives” on Friday, July 25 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $60, $50, $45 and $40.

• ABBA fans and pop music fans alike will enjoy the high-energy performance that faithfully recreates all the excitement of a live ABBA concert when “ABBA Girlz, a Tribute to ABBA” plays Saturday, July 26, 7:30 p.m. $25.

The Paramount 370 New York Ave., Huntington. 631-673-7300. www.paramountny.com. All shows begin at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

• See Smash Mouth, Uncle Kracker Sugar Ray and Blues Traveler all in one show. Come to the paramount Tuesday, July 29 for the “Under the Sun Tour” at 7 p.m. $73-$108.50.

DONATIONS WELCOME Help The Troops Call Home Assemblyman Chad Lupinacci’s Huntington Station district office is an official drop-off site for Cell Phones for Soldiers. To help the troops call home by donating your old cell phone, stop by or mail your phone to 1783 New York Ave., Huntington Station, 11746. 631-271-8025.

School Supply Drive Legislator Lou D’Amaro’s office at 130 Jericho Turnpike in Huntington Station is holding a school supply drive in order to run the Back Pack Pirates Summer Fest for needy children in late August. They are accepting donations now between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. The drive ends Friday, Aug. 8. For more information on what items are needed call the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless at 516-742-7770.

VOLUNTEERING Cosmetologists Wanted Hospice Care Network is seeking New York State-licensed cosmetologists to provide 2-4 haircuts per month for community members facing life-limiting illnesses. Download an application at www.hospicecarenetwork.org or call 516-224-6423.

Be A Museum Docent The Huntington Historical Society is currently seeking volunteers to train to become Museum Docents at the historic David Conklin Farmhouse Museum. The museum is located at 2 High St. in Huntington village and is a fascinating interpretation of the Colonial, Federal and Victorian time periods. No experience required – an interest in local history is a plus. Training is provided. Call 631-427-7045 ext 403.

Seeking Volunteer Advocates The Family Service League’s Ombudservice Program of Suffolk County is seeking volunteers to train as advocates for nursing home, adult home and assisted living facility residents to help ensure they receive quality care and their rights are protected. 631-427-3700 ext.

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TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

Shining A Light On Historic Beacon’s Future Huntington Lighthouse Preservation Society launches $1.5M capital campaign dschrafel@longislandergroup.com

The champions of historic Huntington Lighthouse have taken their first steps in a $1.5 million fundraising push toward the organization’s future.

At a June 12 cocktail reception, held at the Huntington Bay home of Craig and Marianne Millnamow, the Huntington Lighthouse Preservation Society officially kicked off its $1.5-million capital campaign.

“It’s a long-range plan that should take us through the next seven years and incorporates a lot of different work on the lighthouse and growth within the organization,” said Pam Setchell, the group’s president.

The cash is already rolling in.

Major contributions thanks to the party, Setchell said, include $10,000 from Perry and Felicia Weitz; nearly $5,000 from Michael and Russell Ireland of Martin Viette Nursery; $5,000 from the Huiskings Foundation and the Daly family, and $500 each from the Huntington Yacht Club and Long Islander News. Atlantic Philanthropies has also pledged $25,000, Setchell said. Maria Pignataro Nielsen the agency’s director, is a Huntington resident.

All told, Setchell said, the soiree, catered by Old Fields Inn owner David Tunney with flowers by Scarcella’s of Laurel Hollow, is responsible for more than $47,000 in new pledges to the Huntington Lighthouse Preservation Society.

With maritime fundraising guru David

Guertin, of Vantage in Philanthropy, in their corner, Setchell said the society is hoping to raise a total of $1.5 million in the next two years. That sum includes a $250,000 matching New York State grant already in hand, which will be used to begin much-needed repairs to the foundation and surrounding “rip rap.” There’s still about $120,000 to go to complete the match, Setchell said, but added that much of what is raised at this year’s Lighthouse Music Fest will be used to complete the matching grant.

The list of physical repairs to be carried out with the remaining $1.25 million includes restoration of a fog bell and mechanism ($125,000); restoration of the cupola ($100,000); window and casing replacement ($20,000); roof replacement ($30,000); and desalination system ($15,000).

They would also dedicate $150,000 to a 24-person water taxi; $250,000 for an operating reserve for program staff, $250,000 for a permanent maintenance endowment and $60,000 to cover campaign expenses. In addition to the campaign, they’re also looking to fund a $1 million restricted preservation endowment.

“Our vision is not only to do all of the repairs necessary, but to take the group over the fence,” she said. “It’s no longer grassroots. It’s grown to a rather big endeavor.”

Fulfilling the $1.5 million capital campaign, Setchell said, will not only ensure the lighthouse’s structural integrity, it will

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By Danny Schrafel

The Huntington Lighthouse Preservation Society launched a $1.5 million, two-year capital campaign in mid-June also allow the lighthouse to become a more readily available educational tool.

“We would love to join forces with other entities in the area where, during the summer months, we could assist with education and opportunities for kids to come study and experience the lighthouse,” she said.

In the meantime, a recent development at Huntington Town Hall will soon give the Preservation Society new flexibility

and fundraising abilities.

The town on June 17 agreed to sell the organization a 26-foot, 1984 Crosby launch boat for $5,000. That vessel, which will serve as a backup launch for the next five years, will allow the Lighthouse Preservation Society to begin offering new types of tours, like sunset and evening tours, and charge for them, Setchell said.

TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

New Shellfishing Rules Set; More Changes Possible Long Islander News photo/archives

By Danny Schrafel dschrafel@longislandergroup.com

An overhaul to the Town of Huntington’s commercial shell fishing rules is under way.

Changes adopted by the Huntington Town Board July 15 include a temporary doubling of the allowable daily harvest by commercial fishermen and new rules pertaining to what equipment they can use.

The town will also consider next month cutting by more than one-third the maximum number of commercial shell fishing licenses issued each year, and increasing the annual licensing fee by $150.

The town board scheduled a public hearing for Aug. 19 to consider a request by the North Shore Baymen’s Association to cap at 125 the number of commercial shellfish licenses issued each year. The current maximum is 400, but town spokesman A.J. Carter said only 81 of those are currently in use.

Per the resolution, sponsored by Supervisor Frank Petrone, the goal is to prevent “overharvesting,” promote “the sustainability of the shellfish industry in Greater Huntington and Northport Bay Complex” and grow the shellfish population.

In addition to being good for commerce, having more like clams and oysters in local waters would improve water quality in the harbor because those organisms remove “noxious and contaminating substances… through a natural filtering process.”

Commercial taker’s fees would increase by $150 to $400 for each applicant and their employees; the fee has not increased since

Changes to rules governing shellfishing in Town of Huntington waters have been adopted, and more may be on the way later this year. the 2001-2002 season.

“Most of the fee goes into a trust fund to pay Cornell Cooperative Extension to supply new stock. As a result, the baymen have generally been supportive of the fee,” Carter said.

The classification for a senior commercial taker would move five years later, to age 65, under the code; the senior commercial license fee would remain at $50 per year.

“We want to ensure that ‘senior’ commercial classification is really geared to retirees who still want to ply the trade just a few days a month,” Carter said, noting there

are some “very active 60-year-olds” who are out on the water five to six days a week.

A more precise definition of what constitutes a “resident,” by establishing residency as someone who has lived in Huntington Township for at least six months before applying for a permit, is also proposed. Carter said that would to close a loophole which allows applicants to claim they had moved to Huntington the day before applying, but move back home after the season ends.

Commercial shellfishing permits are issued to town residents only.

With the proposed change to the residency rule, a chapter which considers prior sea-

son permit holders pre-approved for the following year, so long as they re-apply within a 30-day window before their renewal date, would be scratched.

As the town revealed its future plans, council members took several actions changing the rules pertaining to commercial shell fishing in town waters.

During their July 15 meeting, they voted to double the allowable daily take of oysters by commercial permit holders to 1,000 per day until Aug. 31, and changed town code to allow the use of pot haulers to aid in hauling or retrieving a clam rake from the water, so long as the basket attached to the clam rake is no larger than 26 inches wide.

Both resolutions were sponsored by Petrone and Councilman Gene Cook.

The daily take increase follows an oyster survey by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County, which recommended the pilot program, which would run from mid-July to Aug. 31.

Following this year’s pilot program, the town’s Maritime Services director and the Cornell Cooperative will perform a followup population survey in March 2015 to establish guidelines next season, which runs May 15-Aug. 31.

Last month, the town also inked a twoyear deal with Cornell Cooperative to administer a shellfish enhancement, restoration and management program, an informational program to inform the public of town harbor projects and launch an aquaculture and shellfish management internship program for local high school and college students.

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TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

Labate Concedes To Lally In Primary Race Lloyd Harbor Republican will take on Israel for Congress

By Danny Schrafel dschrafel@longislandergroup.com

After a bitterly-fought, neck-and-neck Republican primary in the Third Congressional District, Stephen Labate conceded Monday to Lloyd Harbor’s Grant Lally.

Labate, of Deer Park, said Monday he is pulling out and will not demand a recount despite trailing Lally by just 11 votes. And after a bruising campaign, Labate wished Lally well in November.

“A prolonged legal battle would be damaging to the Republican Party and would only benefit Congressman Steve Israel,” Labate said. “The goal now is to defeat Congressman Israel in November and I wish my opponent luck in achieving this goal.”

Lally said Monday he was “honored” to win the nomination, and urged Republicans to unite in the common

interest of defeating Israel, whom he blasted as “Barack Obama’s chief campaign operative.”

“We need to bring the kind of change - lowering taxes, creating economic opportunity, replacing Obamacare, protecting our seniors and veterans, and ending destructive politically-targeted government regulations and audits – to free our economy and bring growth and prosperity to our country and our district,” Lally said.

“Steve Israel has become the quintessential Washington insider, spending more time fundraising around the country than legislating… It is time to change our representation and I’m the candidate to do it.”

For his part, Israel welcomed Lally to the race with a zinger of his own.

“I'd like to congratulate Mr. Lally on his Republican primary victory, and I look forward to a campaign that will outline stark contrasts,” Israel said in a statement.

Stephen Labate, left, conceded the primary race to Grant Lally, right who will face incumbent Steve Israel in a bid for the Third Congressional District.

“While I've spent my career fighting for middle-class families, Mr. Lally has spent his career opposing choice, undermining Medicare, and weakening Social Security.”

Names pulled for chance at affordable housing Long Islander News photo/Andrew Wroblewski

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timately will buy the 260 homes – being built as part of a joint project between Continental Ventures and Pinewood Development at 25 Deshon Drive – as they’re broken down according to price.

But the Ingbers are already looking forward to moving in.

“My son and grandchildren live nearby [in Huntington] and I want to be next to them,” Joseph said. “I think [The Club] is going to look nice and [since it’s so close to everything] you can even walk to Costco.”

Of the 1,323 names pulled, 678 are current Huntington residents or have a relation to the town in that they have an immediate family member who lives in Huntington, according to A.J. Carter, town spokesman.

Those Huntington names were chosen first on Thursday and then the remaining were picked in a separate lottery. Qualification forms were sent out to the first 300 people whose names were drawn this week by the Huntington Community Development Agency to begin the process of applying for the homes.

The homes are split amongst three income levels, with 27 each available at the levels of 80 percent of median income (sale price $211,750; maximum income for two-person household is $67,800) and 120 percent of the median income (sale price $317,750; maximum income for twoperson household is $120,281).

The final level, 130 percent of median income (sale price $385,000; maximum in-

Sheila and Bhagwat Persuad, center, were picked eighth overall at The Club lottery and are all smiles alongside representatives of the town, Continental Ventures and Pinewood Development. come for two-person household is $120,281), will have 208 units available. If there are any $385,000 homes available after income-restricted applicants are placed in homes, the remaining units will be opened up to market-rate buyers on the list.

Some seniors, like the Ingbers are looking to The Club in hopes of being closer to loved ones. Others, like Bhagwat and Sheila Persuad, of Huntington, are hoping to do a little downsizing. With four children – all of whom are doctors of medicine

– having left the nest, Sheila said it was time for the couple to begin “sizing down.”

That didn’t make them any less eager on Thursday as their names were picked eighth overall.

“We’re excited about it,” Bhagwat said.

“I hope we get a nice apartment.”

Excitement ran high not just for the applicants, but for those who have spent so much time and effort getting The Club going – like Jane Gol, president of Continental Ventures, and Uri Hason, CEO of Pinewood Development.

“We’re so thrilled about the number of people that applied and the fact that we can fill this important need for housing,” Gol said.

Even with emotions running high in the auditorium, Gol and the town kept the lottery prompt and organized. As names were pulled, they were posted on the town’s website.

Moving forward, applications will be sent out to all those that participated in the lottery and will be filed by The Club’s legal team as they determine who qualifies to purchase one of the homes.

With that being said, Hason was just happy to see his and his partners’ hard work start to pay off.

“I see the people, I see their faces, I’m going to see their faces as they move in and this, for me, is everything,” Hason said.

Hason will be able to see those faces yet again as they move into The Club, which Gol said would start in the spring of 2015.

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to the Paramount.

“The Paramount just has a great reputation as being a really wonderful venue for sound and just for vibe in general,” Kowalczyk said.

Though he is a solo artist now, the husband and father of four said that his sound has remained “pretty much the same.”

“Throwing Copper, which was released in 1994, was definitely a record that sort of embodied the whole [essence] of the early and mid-90s modern rock music,” he said.

“I think that that period of time was a really exciting period in rock and roll.”

Kowalczyk, who said he has “always”

loved singing, started to get into writing and began to consider a career in music when he was in high school. The band got together, and got a record deal in 1991 – just at the conclusion of their high school years.

On his latest solo album, Kowalczyk had the opportunity to work with REM’s Peter Buck – a man to whom he refers as “one of my all-time favorite guitar songwriting heroes.”

“That’s what’s great about this career – you really don’t know from month to month or record to record the kind of relationships that just happen spontaneously,” Kowalczyk said.

He had known the members of REM for a while, but had not seen Buck in a long time. Then, his producer ran into Buck at a wedding. The two spoke about Kowalczyk’s album, and Buck offered to play on it, Kowalczyk said.

“We’re going to try and do some more stuff together,” Kowalczyk said.

Those not familiar with Kowalczyk’s music may at least recognize the name of the film in which he holds his one and only acting credit: “Fight Club.”

A friend of director David Fincher, Kowalczyk had moved to California and Fincher gave him a role as a waiter in the film.

“If you’re going to be in one [movie], I guess that was the one to be in,” he said.

His 12-year-old daughter, meanwhile, is “big time into drama and singing,” he said.

She has tried different instruments, as has his 9-year-old, but has not quite found her instrumental focus yet.

Kowalczyk was pleased, however, to notice that the 12-year-old’s music taste seems to be evolving. The two went to see Lorde at Roseland Ballroom and Kowalczyk was happy to find that his daughter seems to be transitioning from straight pop music to “more artistic” selections.

The Aug. 2 performance will begin at 8 p.m.

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Algieri Vs. Pacquiao Set For November Greenlawn native lands million-dollar fight with an international name in China awroblewski@longislandergroup.com

A new “Rocky” feature is in the works – but Sylvester Stallone shouldn’t be waiting for a phone call.

While it might not exactly hit the big screen, Huntington’s own “Rocky,” Chris Algieri, finalized terms this week for his next fight – and it’s a big one.

“Everything came to a head recently and [last week] we basically locked down a deal between all parties,” Joe DeGuardia, of Star Boxing – one of Algieri’s co-promoters – said of the July 16 agreement that landed 30-year-old Algieri (200, 8 KOs) a fight with a 10-time world champion. “Chris signed off and now we’re waiting to get the final paperwork with Top Rank.”

Top Rank, which has promoted Algieri’s future opponent, Manny Pacquiao, for the last nine years, will look over the paperwork in the coming days and finalize the fight, DeGuardia said.

HBO pay-per-view will broadcast the Nov. 22 fight, to be held at the Cotai Arena at the Venetian Macao in Macau, China.

“I look forward to a great fight,” DeGuardia said.

In his 19-year career, Pacquiao (56-5-2, 38 KOs) became the one and only professional boxer to lay claim to world championships in eight different weight class-

es at one time or another.

Currently, Pacquiao, 35, is the World Boxing Organization’s (WBO) welterweight champion – a title that Algieri will look to steal from him in November.

“Originally we were thinking of having Manny fight Ruslan Provodnikov [in June], but when Chris beat him he upset the whole plan,” Bob Arum, founder and CEO of Top Rank, said. “Then we said, ‘Well, why not Algieri?’”

While discussing his boxing style during a press conference in The Paramount’s Founder’s Room Friday, Algieri dubbed the jab an “equalizer,” one that can level the playing field in just about any fight.

Algieri used the jab effectively in June against Provodnikov and will likely have to do the same against the Pacquiao as the Filipino boxer is commonly thought to out-class Algieri when it comes to power.

As effective as he may be with the jab, though, Algieri is bound to get hit and, when he does, the boxer said he’s learned a valuable lesson.

“I learned that that I’m not too proud to take a knee,” Algieri said on Friday.

According to Arum, Pacquiao was impressed by Algieri when he watched the bout that netted the Greenlawn native a WBO junior welterweight championship. “[Algieri] knows how to fight,” Pacquiao told Arum on last week, when his

corner had a deal on the table for Algieri rumored to be at $1.5 million with an upside of PPV sales.

But, with that offer, rumors swirled that Algieri was unhappy, despite it standing as more than 10 times the boxer’s careerhigh earning in June. On July 15, all of that changed.

“We were all able to sit down face to face with each other and hammer things out,” DeGuardia said of the lengthy meeting between himself, Algieri and Artie Pelullo, of Banner Promotions – the fighter’s other promoter. “[Now] Chris is very happy, the purse is well into seven figures… the most significant [purse] he has ever seen.”

After defeating Provodnikov via split decision, Algieri earned $100,000 and his first world title as a professional boxer.

With the fight in November, Algieri is not at risk of losing his belt, Arum said.

Earlier in July, Algieri told Long Islander News he sought a “big-name” fight for the fall so that he could push himself into contention for fighter of the year.

“Hopefully it’ll be a big win,” Algieri said at the time.

With the fight against an international name now in place and an opportunity to launch himself into boxing stardom – if Algieri does win – it will surely be a “big” one.

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By Andrew Wroblewski

Current WBO junior welterweight champion Chris Algieri, speaks to the press Friday in The Paramount’s Founder’s Room discussing his newly announced fight with 10time world champion boxer Manny Pacquiao.

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