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Vol. 35, No. 20

December 05, 2019

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Brookhaven Shelter Waives Adoption Fees The Brookhaven Town Animal Shelter announced its Home for the Holidays promotion with free adoptions throughout December. Each adoption includes free neuter or spay, vaccinations, microchip, license, heartworm test, flea and other tests. Normal adoption fees are $137 for a dog and $140 for a cat. The shelter is located at 300 Horseblock Road in Brookhaven and is open Monday through Friday 9:30 a.m. through 4 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, vis- The cat named Superman is available at the Brookhaven Animal Shelter. it www.BrookhavenNY.gov or call 631-451-6950.

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Animal Rescuers Demand Brookhaven Help Deal with Feral Cat Issue BY DAVID LUCES DLUCES@TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM With the growing issue of feral cats in Suffolk County, local animal rescue groups have told the Town of Brookhaven its current programs are not doing enough to stem the tide. The rising population of feral cats on Long Island has been an ongoing issue for the past few years. In 2018, well over 300,000 cats lived in Suffolk County, including both feral and domesticated cats, according to data from the Suffolk County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. While trap, neuter and release programs have helped in combating the increasing population of feral cats, animal rescuer groups from the North Shore say the Town has not done enough to provide assistance in getting cats spayed and neutered. Erica Kutzing, vice president of North Shore-based Strong Island Animal Rescue League, asked town officials at a board meeting Nov. 19 to consider creating a trap, neuter and release task force to assist local rescue groups in the ongoing feral cat crisis. Kutzing said the rising population of feral cats has overwhelmed many animal groups’ re-

Above, feral cats in a wooded area in Mount Sinai eyes humans entering their habitat; right, Erica Kutzing speaks on cats to the town board. Above, file photo by Kyle Barr; right photo from town video

sources, especially citing the lack of manpower and cost they themselves incur. Since speaking at a previous board meeting, she posted a message on Facebook asking people who have unfixed feral cats to reply with the number of felines they need to get spayed and neutered. Within 24 hours, 23 individuals had contacted Kutzing and among them they had a total of 324 unfixed feral cats that could “breed over and

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over again.” She said if those 23 people got two free vouchers from the Town, as the current trap neuter return program allows, it would leave about 278 of those cats still untreated. A task force, she added, could be an effective partnership with the Town, adding they could bring in volunteer trappers to teach others and help facilitate the task force.

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“Now they’re [the cat’s treatment] on nonprofit organizations and homeowners’ dime — who don’t usually want to spend their money on situations like this,” Kutzing said. The vice president of the animal rescue group said the proposed task force would help bridge the gap between nonprofits and municipal shelters and cut feral cat numbers down. As of now, two vouchers can be issued at a time to a resident, which critics said are not enough to handle the influx of feral cats. The vouchers are redeemed at Integrative Veterinary Therapies in Ridge, though residents must first call the clinic to make an appointment at 631- 9247700. That policy has been criticized by animal rescue groups. Brookhaven Town Animal Shelter Director Christina Tormey said she does not speak to TNR PROGRAM Continued on A7

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From left, Kevin Mann of the Rotary Club of Rocky Point; Pam, Lewin Farms farm manager and Keith Owens of KO Cares. Photo from Mann

RP Rotary and Local Farm Support Those in Need For over two decades, on the day before Thanksgiving, the Rotary Club of Rocky Point, along with a local farm, has facilitated over 300,000 pounds of produce to get into the hands of people who need it. The Calverton-based Lewin Farms, which Rocky Point Rotarian Kevin Mann called “the big farm with an even bigger heart,” has hosted volunteers from soup kitchens and food pantries looking for fresh produce. On Thanksgiving Eve 23 volunteers from seven soup kitchens and

food pantries converged on Lewin’s to gather around 20,000 pounds of produce and fruit. The seven groups that came are Long Island Cares, which gathered 8,896 pounds of food, Island Heart Food Pantry in Middle Island, The Friendship Kitchen in Middle Island, Mount Sinai Congregational Church, Friend’s Kitchen in Rocky Point, North Shore United Methodist Church in Wading River, the Medford-based KO Cares and the Gordon Heights SDA Church. Mann said the project will continue next year and thanked Lewin Farms for its consistent help.

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All Local Fire Commissioners Run Unopposed for 2019 Election

Candidates Ruminate on Past Accomplishments and Future Challenges

This year, fire commissioners from the Wading River through the Mount Sinai fire districts are running unopposed, but despite that fact, these small municipal entities have several issues and boons on their plates, and now is a good time to find out just what’s happening with your local fire personnel. Commissioners are unpaid elected board members who run the district, which is a connected but distinct entity from the fire department. The district is a taxing entity whose board is elected by the residents in the district. They determine yearly budgets, go out for grants and propose bonds to maintain equipment and personnel of both the district and department. All districts have set the date of Dec. 10 for residents to cast their ballots. Here is a rundown of those seeking another term at their respective districts.

Wading River

Commissioner Joe Marino has been serving through the year 2019, having been elected in 2018 to fill out the term of a commissioner who left before the end of his term. Marino is seeking another five-year term. Marino did not respond to a request for comment by press time. Residents can vote Dec. 10 at the fire district headquarters located at 1503 North Country Road from 2 to 9 p.m.

Rocky Point

Kirk Johnson has been with the Rocky Point Fire Department since 2006 but had been involved in fire companies previous to that when he lived in West Babylon. By day he’s also a Suffolk County police officer and has worked in the 7th Precinct for 23 years. Having been with the department for over 20 years, he originally ran to contribute his experience to upper management, and now he is running again to continue ongoing projects, such as construction of the new Station 2 firehouse, while trying to keep taxes down. Johnson, a Shoreham resident, said ongoing work on the Station 2 firehouse is “rolling along

very well,” and they are currently staying within their $7,250,000 budget. The foundation is currently in, and residents will soon see more of the skeleton of the building going up. He added that the five commissioners are working on getting a New York State grant to help them replace breathing apparatus that have reached their life span. Johnson said they hope to receive news of that grant later in December. The district has finalized another grant for a fire prevention training trailer, one with different rooms that can simulate a fire with fake smoke. The trailer, he said, can also be used to teach schoolchildren what to do in case of a fire in a classroom or at home. Rocky Point residents can cast ballots Dec. 10 at the firehouse on Hallock Landing Road from 3 to 9 p.m.

Sound Beach

James McLoughlin Sr. has been involved with the Sound Beach Fire Department since 1973, but it was only five years ago, after a spot opened up, that the veteran department head and former chief decided to throw his name in for commissioner. Five years since, he’s running again unopposed. “I had been toying with the idea for years, but most of our commissioners were doing a good job, so I saw no reason to run,” he said. “When I had the opportunity to run, I went for it.” McLoughlin, a retired Suffolk County fire marshal, said he has “been involved with fire my entire life.” Sound Beach residents recently passed a $2 million bond that department and district officials said was necessary for much needed repairs to the main firehouse. This includes replacing windows and adding sprinklers in the building. It also includes drainage repairs to the parking lots in the front and rear of the building, which will also even out the pavement. The commissioner said it has been several years since they asked residents to pass a bond, adding he and the other commissioners know the issue with taxes on Long Island. A growing problem for Sound Beach and

other departments, he said, is the diminishing number of volunteers as people work more jobs and for longer hours. State mandates and training requirements require more hours of training from prospective volunteers, which has only exacerbated the problem, especially for as small a district as Sound Beach. “The first EMT course I took in 1974 was about 70 hours,” McLoughlin said. “Now it takes over 120 hours for the course. It’s hard to find people to commit to that training.” While he said the district is not currently looking for full-time fire personnel, the district has hired a full-time EMT ambulance driver. Other districts, like Setauket, have hired a few full-time firefighters to deal with declining volunteers. Sound Beach residents can cast their ballots Dec. 10 at the firehouse located at 152 Sound Beach Blvd. between 2 and 9 p.m.

Miller Place

Commissioner Jeffrey Kinkaid has served three five-year terms as commissioner and is seeking a fourth term. However, he was with the department for many years, joining in 1989 after moving to the area in 1988. Overall, he said he has spent 40 years with fire departments both on the North Shore and in New Hyde Park. “I went through the ranks, became chief for two years and in watching how the commissioners interacted with the chief, I thought I could

help with that,” he said. Kinkaid said he has been able to interact with volunteers in the department, adding he has been out on more than half the calls that have come through to see what goes on. In the past 15 years, Kinkaid said the district has been busy renovating facilities and updating equipment, including upgrading the headquarters located at 12 Miller Place Road, updating equipment and the construction of a new Station 2 building on Miller Place-Yaphank Road, which was completed by a bond. Kinkaid said this has been done while at the same time trying to keep taxes low. “I also live in the district,” he said. “I’m in touch with what’s going on, you’ve got to be.” For the future, the commissioner said they plan to purchase a new rescue truck after decommissioning another one several years ago. The district went out for a New York State grant, but not getting it the district has decided to use budget funds to purchase another, albeit smaller truck at the tune of around $200,000 to $300,000. Kinkaid said they are also working on replacing volunteers’ breathing apparatus packs with budget funds, which could be another $350,000 bulk item. “My goal is to maintain equipment and keep the tax burden low,” he said. Miller Place residents can cast their ballots Dec. 10 at the main firehouse, 12 Miller Place FIRE COMMISSIONERS Continued on A9

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Obituary

Michael Bowler Michael Patrick Bowler, of Port Jefferson Station, passed Dec. 1. He was 72. Michael devoted his life unselfishly to the care of his family and those in his community. He was a passionate longtime educator and lacrosse coach at Rocky Point High School, having helped coach the 2008 team

to win a state championship. He was the beloved husband of Helene for 50 years. In addition, he was the loving father of Brendan (Amy), Kevan (Andrea), Michael (Ann), and the late Sean (Adena Herskovitz). “Silly Willy” grandfather, better known as “Poppy” who unconditionally loved John, Michael, Brian, Donny, Brodie and Rory; and the devoted brother of Kevin (Jennie), Stephanie and Meg Malangone. Friends may call at the Bryant Funeral Home, located at 411 Old Town Road, East Setauket. Visiting hours are Thursday, Dec. 5, from 7 to 9 p.m. A Mass will be celebrated Friday, Dec. 6 at 10:30 a.m. at Infant Jesus R.C. Church in Port Jefferson. Interment will follow at St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Smithtown. Donations to Ride for Life, ALS Association and Hope House Ministries would be appreciated. Visit www.bryantfh.com for more information.

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Rocky Point Man Arrested for Allegedly Scamming Investors Suffolk County Police arrested a Rocky Point man Nov. 27 for allegedly scamming investors out of more than $60,000 between December 2018 and March this year. Detectives from 7th Squad arrested Matthew Gallagher, 36, at around 5 p.m. Police said the man had collected money from three victims while telling them they were investing in a legal marijuana farm in California. Victims were promised a high return on their investment in the farm, which detectives said does not exist. Gallagher, was charged with scheming to defraud 1st degree, three counts of grand larceny 3rd degree and identity theft 1st degree. His attorney is listed as Miguel Alvarado, of the Hempstead firm Mejias Milgrim Alvarado. The attorney did not return calls for comment. The investigation is continuing. Police have asked anyone who has additional information

Mugshot of Matthew Gallagher, who police said defrauded investors. Photo from SCPD

or believes they have been a victim to call 7th Squad detectives at 631-852-8752 or call Crime Stoppers at 800-220-TIPS (8477).

— Compiled by Kyle Barr

Miller Place FD Battles House Fire on Imperial Drive

Miller Place Fire Department reported battling a blaze on Imperial Drive Tuesday, Nov. 26. The fire department reported on Facebook that it was alerted to the fire just before 2 p.m. First Assistant Chief Joseph McCrain Sr. transmitted a working fire and requested additional resources to the scene. Firefighters battled the flames that had crawled up the exterior wall to the rear of the home after it had originated from the basement. Nobody was injured, MPFD said. Interior members of the

Miller Place Fire Department said it responded to a fire Nov. 26 at a home on Imperial Drive. Photo from MPFD

department located a family cat that was alive and unharmed inside the house. Mutual aid came from Mount Sinai, Sound Beach, Rocky Point, Middle Island, Coram and Terryville fire departments. The trucks were returned to service around 3:30 p.m.

— Compiled by Kyle Barr

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Store Owners React to Small Business Saturday Some Shops Report Better Sales, Others See a Dip

“People are decorating their houses for the holidays, so many were buying Christmas signs, ornaments and other festive items. We have a lot of different areas in the store so a lot of customers we are trying to find some nice gifts for their families or their dogs. “I think it is really refreshing that people continue to come out on Small Business Saturday and remember that we are here.”

BY DAVID LUCES DLUCES@TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM While Thanksgiving weekend is synonymous with stuffing one’s mouth with turkey and leftovers, it has been transformed into the time when people take advantage of some of the best sales right before the thick of the holiday season. But beyond big box stores and online, local small businesses still shuffle for room and attention amongst giants like Amazon. From 2010-18, spending on Small Business Saturday had reached a reported estimate of $103 billion, according to data from American Express. It was estimated that in 2018 more than 104 million people shopped and dined on Small Business Saturday generating a record $17.8 billion in reported spending — up from $12.9 million in 2017. This past Saturday, U.S. consumers spent $19.6 billion at small businesses, according to survey data from American Express and the National Federation of Independent Business. For small businesses, everything can be a factor for foot traffic, whether it’s the economy, the weather, even construction just down the road. Here’s what a few business owners across the North Shore had to say on how they did on the busy shopping weekend.

The East End Shirt Co., 3 Mill Creek Road, Port Jefferson — owner Mary Joy Pipe:

Pipe has been at the head of the famed custom screen-printed design shop for years, and was recently named president of the Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce. “We had a very good day and we were pleased with how many people came out. It was nice to see how customers were expressing their support for local businesses. “My business gets a lot of transient customers [from the village] but we also had a lot of locals and repeat customers come in. Sales were

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A sign in front of The Gift Corner on North Country Road at Mount Sinai invites those passing by to shop. File photo by Kyle Barr

up a little bit from last year — we always try to offer great deals. “Being in business for 40 years, I think the nice weather on Saturday really helped and I think it helped other businesses in the area as well. “I think it's good to show that there can be a happy medium of online and small business shopping.”

Red Shirt Comics, 322 Main St., Port Jefferson — owner Josh Darbee:

Red Shirt Comics, which opened in 2017, has been a mainstay for the comics community in the local area. Last year, Darbee said he saw a steady stream of customers walk through his doors Small Business Saturday. “We had Black Friday sales throughout the weekend. ... Saturday went pretty poorly we didn’t see the foot traffic and sales as in years past. “The weather might have had something to do with it, people are not going to go out as much when it’s cold. “We saw an initial crowd of holiday customers earlier in November. The people that did stop by [Saturday] bought a lot of books, periodicals and comic books.”

Niche Boutique, 430-11 N. Country Road, St. James — owner Christine Mazelis:

Niche Boutique, which was once located on Lake Avenue, moved over onto North Country Road earlier this year, opening in time for the Black Friday weekend. “The store was offering 10-30 percent off a minimum purchase of $50. “We had a really nice day, with the new location we have definitely noticed the increase in foot traffic. There is definitely a different vibe in this location. I was very happy with the turnout and sales, we had returning and new customers coming throughout the day.”

The Gift Corner, 157 N. Country Road, Mount Sinai — owner Marion Bernholz:

The Gift Corner owner Bernholz has over the last several years gone to lengths to promote her store on the Black Friday weekend. Over the past few years she reported good sales on Small Business Saturday. “We had a wonderful day. It was one of our best Small Business Saturday [events], sales were way up. “We had so many regulars and new customers come in throughout the day. “We have a good following [of customers] and many of them told us that they came out just to support us on Saturday.

press and referred all questions to the Town of Brookhaven. A Brookhaven spokesperson said town officials could consider some of the proposed ideas brought up by the animal rescue group members, but added that the Town already has its own trap, neuter, release voucher program in place and at the moment the town doesn’t foresee making any major changes to it. Kutzing said if half of the 278 cats are female, the current voucher program would do very little to stop the proliferation of feral felines. “Multiply that by the average amount of kittens in a litter — five, that brings us to 695 kittens that will be born by the end of kitten season that normally occurs around February and March,” she said. “We don’t have room for 600 kittens, does Brookhaven Animal Shelter have room for this amount? Or hundreds more?” Sue Hansen, Rocky Point resident and former Smithtown Animal Shelter supervisor, said the problem with feral cats is a community problem in need of local government support. “We have and will continue to offer our time, experience and services but we need your assistance ... an effective program that works with the volunteers is the solution,” she said. A Selden resident asked the board to reconsider changes to the town’s TNR program. “I have many kittens in my home because there is no place for them to go but I have to keep them isolated from my other animals, we need some help,” she said. The Selden resident also mentioned the out of pocket cost to take care of these animals. “I’m not a trapper, I’m able to reach out to see if I can get a trapper for those cats that are not chipped but who’s going to pay for that?” she said. “Who is going to take care of them when they recover? It is a serious problem ... something has to get done.”

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Mount Sinai Resident Plans Fundraiser to Aid Puerto Rico BY RITA J. EGAN RITA@TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM Many parts of Puerto Rico are still reeling from the effects of Hurricane Maria more than two years after the storm, and North Shore residents are lending a helping hand. A salsa-dancing fundraiser will be held at The Bates House in East Setauket Dec. 8 to raise funds for The Ocean Foundation. The nonprofit works to support, strengthen and promote organizations dedicated to reversing the destruction of ocean environments. “We’re helping to restore their natural barrier which has been devastated,” said Liz Kotseas, one of the event’s hosts and organizers. Jason Donofrio, external relations officer of The Ocean Foundation, said the organization focuses on nature-based solutions, and all the proceeds from the event will go toward its sea grass growth program, which will help plant sea grass and restore mangrove forests in Jobos Bay, a federally protected estuary in Puerto Rico. “They are sort of the island’s first line of defense,” he said. Former Stony Brook University student Danny Rodriguez, who will also be hosting the event in part Dec. 8, inspired the idea

when he organized a fundraiser at Stony Brook University’s Student Activities Center to raise money for Hurricane Maria victims in Puerto Rico back in Nov. 2017. The initial fundraiser, like the Dec. 8 one, included salsa-dancing lessons and music. Rodriguez, who lives in Mount Sinai and teaches Spanish at Longwood High School, said in 2017 that he wanted to travel to Puerto Rico, but his studies made it difficult to travel there. “That’s what my heart really wanted to do,” he said. With experience with fundraisers in the breakdancing world, and a dancer himself, he approached Aurelie Vialette, an associate professor and director of graduate studies at SBU, who helped him organize the 2017 SBU event. He said the only date available was right before Thanksgiving when many students were already leaving to go home for the holiday, but despite the bad timing, about three dozen attended and around $300 was raised. “Everything came together on very short notice and all worked out pretty well,” he said. Kotseas, a Setauket resident and a member of SBU’s Department of Linguistics, said she heard about the 2017 event through a flyer at the university and decided to bring her niece, Alexa

Alexa Siragusa learns how to salsa at the first fundraiser in 2017. Photo from Liz Kotseas

Siragusa. The cause is personal for Kotseas as she has family in San Juan and Caguas, Puerto Rico. She said there are still many residents who haven’t fully recovered, including some who still have tarps on their roofs. At the 2017 event, she approached Rodriquez about holding one at a bigger venue in the future. “I had the Three Villages in my mind,”

Kotseas said. “I felt like we could gather a great group of people to support Puerto Rico.” Rodriguez said he was glad Kotseas recommended the Three Village area after his dance students from On the Edge Performance Center in Port Jefferson, where he teaches, performed this summer at the Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand event, which raises money for Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. Rodriguez said he was impressed with the students’ success. “I feel like this has the same type of potential to bring that same community together,” he said. Donofrio said this was the first time someone has raised money for the foundation with a salsa dance fundraiser, adding that oftentimes people forget that Puerto Rico is part of the U.S. “This is not some war-torn country or some developing nation far across the world, this is U.S. territory,” he said. “So, I think how we respond to a community that is part of the U.S., that is in our own backyard, says a lot about us as Americans and what’s it like to live in the U.S.” Rodriquez credits Kotseas and Tammy Colletti, who will also host the fundraiser, for doing most of the work. Kotseas added that the Copiague-based Promise of Hope Foundation, PEURTO RICO FUNDS Continued on A9

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In celebration of World Kindness Day Nov. 13, the School Improvement Team Committee at Miller Place High School welcomed students with positive affirmations and inspirational messages throughout the building. The day was devoted to promoting generous acts that bring people of every type together and emphasize

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the power behind small and large kind gestures. Nearly 900 Post-It Notes covered students’ lockers and classroom doors with phrases like, “In a world where you can be anything — be kind” and “you’ve got this.” World Kindness Day, an initiative of the World Kindness Movement, highlights good deeds in the community by focusing on the positive power and the common thread of kindness that binds people.

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Peter Van Middelem is running again for his third term as commissioner of the Mount Sinai Fire District unopposed. He has been with the department since 1984 but has been in fire rescue for longer than that as a retired member of the New York City Fire Department. As a third-generation area resident, he also serves as trustee on the Mount Sinai board of education. He also volunteers as a coach with the girls varsity lacrosse team. “We’re just focused on trying to serve the community and make sure our members are safe,” he said. “It’s about what we can do and what we can do without adding burden to the taxpayers.” Like many fire departments on Long Island, Van Middelem said Mount Sinai is suffering from a lack of volunteers, whether it’s from residents working multiple jobs, a lack of interest or young people leaving Long Island. The commissioner said his department in particular has been aging, and at age 53, he himself is one of the younger members in the department. The district has looked at some ways to mitigate the lack of membership. One has been shared services with the Miller Place Fire Department, where they respond to calls in part with Mount Sinai and vice versa. Though he added they may look into additional sharedcall agreements with neighboring departments, another idea on the books is paying firefighters. Setauket recently hired a few paid members, and while Van Middelem said it has been discussed, the district is not currently looking for paid members. “We have no idea how things will look in another five years,” he said. “A great portion of the district’s costs come from personnel — it’s something we’ll have to think about.” Otherwise, the district, he said, is looking to get a handle of New York State insurance regulations, specifically covering cancer. It is a major turn from when he started in fire rescue several decades ago, he said, adding the district has been performing comprehensive medical screenings for members. “I’m very appreciative of serving,” he said. “I take this job very seriously.” Mount Sinai residents can cast their ballots Dec. 10 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the firehouse located at 746 Mount Sinai-Coram Road.

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Rocky Point School District baseball teams at Maureen’s Haven in Riverhead. Photo from RPUFSD

RP Baseball Teams aid Shelter in Riverhead Members of the Rocky Point School District varsity, junior varsity and middle school baseball teams recently volunteered at Maureen’s Haven, a shelter for people in need in Riverhead. This annual event had student-athletes working together, along with coaches Anthony Anzalone and Eric Strovink, setting up beds, stocking the pantry, setting dinner tables, and packing

lunches and snacks. When they finished setting up the location, they presented the director with 50 fast-food restaurant gift cards to give out to the people at the facility. Additionally, the students collected and donated food items, packaged snacks, rain ponchos, gloves, winter hats, toothbrushes, lip balm and many others.

Members of Rocky Point High School’s National Art Honor Society gathered $300 for people in need. Photo from RPUFSD

RPHS Art Students Raise $300 for Families in Need The Rocky Point High School’s National Art Honor Society reached out to the students and staff to help raise more than $300 that will help feed families in need in the community for the Thanksgiving holiday. Under the leadership of art teacher Seth Meier, the students sold feathers

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The Wildcats of Shoreham-Wading River’s football team have been sprinting toward success for the past six years, and now this year’s Long Island Class IV championship adds another tally to their streak. SWR senior quarterback Xavier Arline did what he’s done all season long, leading his team to victory where the Wildcats pummeled Seaford, 49-7, in the championship game at Hofstra University’s James M. Shuart Stadium Nov. 30. Arline ran for four touchdowns in the game with carries of 6, 54, 64 and 67 yards, while

throwing a pair of touchdown passes to tight end Jake Wilson and senior running-back Mike Casazza. Seaford managed to find the end zone with 29 seconds left as the Wildcats claimed their fourth Long Island championship trophy in six years. Clockwise from top, team captain Arline breaks free for one of his four touchdowns; the team ceremoniously douses Smith with the water cooler; SWR varsity football marvels the Long Island championship trophy; and head coach Aden Smith accepts the championship trophy presented by Tim Horan after the Long Island championship game.

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Rocky Point Eagles Boys Basketball Best Cougars, 56-41 BY BILL LANDON DESK@TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM Rocky Point struck first and often in their second nonleague boys basketball game of the preseason against visiting Centereach, besting the Cougars, 56-41, at home Nov. 29. The Eagles hit the road for another nonleague contest against Comsewogue Dec. 4, before their home opening League V debut against Harborfields Dec. 6 with game time at 6 p.m. Centereach then lost to Ward Melville at home Dec. 3, 57-36, and travel to Commack Dec. 5 for another nonleague start, at 5:45 p.m. Centereach will conclude its preseason with a visit to Sachem East Dec. 10 for a 6:15 p.m. start. League III play for the Cougars begins on Dec. 17 with a home opener against Smithtown West at 6 p.m.

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Editorial

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The season for giving is here, and while North Shore residents plan their holiday feasts, it’s a good time to consider the plight of people less fortunate. Imagine, more than 89,000 children on Long Island are hungry, according to Hauppauge-based Long Island Cares. These children aren’t dreaming of visions of sugarplums, they are wishing for substantial meals to get them and their families through the day. Some centers, such as the Community Food Council on East 5th Street in Huntington Station, are reporting a 33 percent increase in demand over the last three months. It’s unclear why the sudden surge in food insecurities but the food banks are in need of supplies and volunteers, and counting on the local community to find ways to pitch in. So, it’s a good time to develop a plan. When preparing to donate to a food bank, a good rule of thumb is to call the nonprofit or visit its website to see what is needed. During this time of year, many have volunteers on hand to put together holiday meals. Throughout the year, depending on donations, there may be a surplus of one item and a deficit of another. While many may be inclined to reach into their pantry to find nonperishables, a cash donation can often be the most beneficial to nonprofits, so they can turn around and buy food in bulk. This can also save volunteers time, because they don’t need to go through items looking at expiration dates. If one wants to donate food, a trip to the supermarket is the best bet to ensure the donated items aren’t expired. Though if your cabinets are bursting at the seams, reach in and make sure to check expiration dates on cans and boxes. Also, look cans over to ensure they are not dented or leaking and that boxes aren’t damaged. And steer away from food in glass jars as these containers can easily break. Take into consideration more nutritious options, too, such as cereals high in fiber, whole wheat pasta and low sodium soups and vegetables. When it comes to any kind of mixes, remember many households may be out of milk or eggs, so choose a mix that can be used with water. Another thing to consider is purchasing toiletries such as toothpaste, deodorant, diapers and toilet paper. To increase the spirit of giving, organize your local Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops or religion classes or get your children involved. Or, if you already know of a group organizing a food drive, contribute your items to the event. Collecting food for those in need is a wonderful way to inspire young ones to help others and it encourages them to continue charitable pursuits when they reach their goals or succeed them. In our coverage area, in addition to Long Island Cares and the Community Food Council, there are the Smithtown Emergency Food Pantry, St. Anthony of Padua R.C. Church in Rocky Point, St. Cuthbert’s Episcopal Church in Selden, Ecumenical Lay Council Pantry through the First Presbyterian Church in Northport, St. Gerard Majella R.C. Church in Port Jefferson Station, Our Daily Bread Food Pantry in Setauket and many more. As the lights come down in a few weeks, remember when it comes to food banks, the hungry keep coming. The spirit of giving can last all year round as these organizations are always in need of donations no matter what month on the calendar. The gift of time, too, is also a generous way to contribute.

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

Letters to the Editor

Response to ‘Trump Is No Slump’ In her letter of Nov. 21, “Trump is no slump,” Deb Sarli touts President Donald Trump [R] as the savior of our country. She lists a number of accomplishments. Even if they were his alone to claim, Trump’s egregious behavior and lack of character render him utterly unfit for the office he holds. He lies with impunity — 12,000 and counting. His dishonest business practices are well known. He is disrespectful of others, hurling personal insults and mocking the disabled. Racism has been normalized in his administration. More than a dozen women have credibly accused him of

sexual assault. These are behaviors we do not tolerate in our children, nor would they be tolerated were he in a “normal” job. During the Trump administration, America’s position on the world stage has been diminished. Our allies no longer trust us, and our adversaries have found a willing useful idiot. We are no longer respected as the leader of the free world. The results of Trump’s private diplomacy are unknown, and he is undoubtedly the most profoundly ignorant person to sit in the Oval Office, having no knowledge of our history nor any interest in learning

about governance. Yes, America does have to wake up. This is a dangerous man, who sees his office as another revenue source, who cares nothing about our country beyond what is in it for him and his family. It appears that the Republicans in Congress are placing party before country and even if he is impeached, acquittal is most likely, regardless of the mountain of evidence. We must be diligent about getting out the vote in 2020. How much more of Donald Trump can our country take? Linda Barlotta Port Jefferson

Looking for Help with Daily Walks Friends, it’s been three years since I quit smoking and while that was a good idea, replacing the smokes with Chick-fil-A spicy chicken sandwiches was, surprise, not such a good idea. Now, it seems, is as good a time as any to try and shed the 40 or so pounds that those delicious sandwiches have bequeathed to me. The reason I am sharing this with you all is that I am

walking Quaker Path to work and back, and I need some help from the motorists with whom I share the road. I promise to always walk against the traffic and will always wear high visibility clothes so you can see me. In all my perambulations so far every driver has been courteous and then some, and this is highly appreciated. Here’s the ask, and I know everyone is busy, but if you could take a minute or two

and call Brookhaven Town 631-451-8696 and ask the Highway Department to clear the pedestrian right-of-way outside the white lines on the side of the road, it would make walking much safer for both the walkers and the drivers. Many voices often get a better response, squeaky wheels and all that. Thanks much to all. George Brandeau Stony Brook

Coastal Water Pollution Not So Clear Cut I must take issue with some of the answers that Peter Scully, deputy county executive and water czar, gave to TBR newspapers last week [“Water quality expert answers questions about the Island’s water supply,” Nov. 28] especially regarding the declaration that nitrogen from septic systems is “public enemy No. 1,” which requires the extension of public sewers and the replacement of septic systems with underground sewage treatment plants. These complicated systems will cost in excess of $20,000 plus hundreds of dollars per year in operation and maintenance, including electrical costs. Scully then goes on to point out that the actual contaminants of concern in drinking water are PFAS and 1,4-dioxane and other synthetic chemicals, not nitrogen. The surface water of our bays are, in fact, impacted by nitrogen but the

experts do not “all agree” regarding either the sources of nitrogen or its effect on the bays. Reports prepared by Roy Reynolds and his associates have been submitted to County Executive Steve Bellone [D], the Council on Environmental Quality and the Department of Health Services disputing the contribution that septics actually make to the nitrogen loading in the bays. In addition, blaming all algal blooms and fish/shellfish kills on nitrogen does not take into account the many complex factors involved including climate change, rising water temperature, changes in salinity, pH from acid rain and runoff of many other chemical compounds from multiple sources. If Scully and the county executive really wanted to protect the health of our residents, they would redirect the $400 million proposed for sewer extensions

and advanced septic systems to fund removal of existing contaminants in our public water supplies which is projected to cost the ratepayers in excess of “$177 million over the next five to six years” [“Suffolk Water Authority approves $20 quarterly fee to clean up 1,4-dioxiane,” Nov. 28]. It’s the old story of “follow the money.” The millions proposed for sewers and complicated septic systems will only benefit the sewer contractors and developers with the end result of more commercial and residential development, greater population density, more traffic and, yes, more pollution of our air, water and land. If anyone thinks that Nassau County, which is mostly sewered, is less polluted than Suffolk, then I have a bridge to sell you! Peter Akras Wading River

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Opinion

This Play Offers A Lighthearted Respite from Political Headlines

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hat is it about “The Play That Goes Wrong” that is just so right for so many people, including me? My wife and I recently went to this farcical show, where my wife informed me that she, the couple attending the performance with us, and just about everyone around us could tell how much I enjoyed the experience. In case you haven’t heard about D. None it and can’t figure of the above it out from the tiBY DANIEL DUNAIEF tle, “The Play That Goes Wrong” is an absurd show where everything goes so wrong — the props, the ac-

tors, the staging, the lighting and the music. Indeed, it’s almost challenging to follow the simple murder mystery plot amid gales of laughter, much of it coming from me. My family has numerous qualities that we have shared from one generation to the next. My late father laughed so hard at the pratfalls and theater-of-the-absurd dialogue of Danny Kaye movies like “The Court Jester” (1955) that I can still picture him gasping for air as he wiped away the tears slaloming down his face, where they joined the muddy sneaker stains, the dirty paw prints and the soda spills on a white carpet that chronicled our active lives. The current play follows in the footsteps of Kaye, Benny Hill, the Three Stooges and a host of other characters who do anything for a laugh, stepping on rakes that slam into their heads or interacting in nonsensical ways with other actors as a part of a skit. The show makes the sketch comedy of many of today’s late night shows appear pedestrian by comparison. Granted, the plot follows a

singular theme and, once completed, can and does create a full length and ridiculous drama. Now, some people may find the pedestrian antics of the cast too absurd. I agree that the show isn’t for everyone and doesn’t provide life lessons, memorable songs, gritty entertainment or an insightful view of existence. And yet, it does offer much needed self-parody and perspective on a country thoroughly divided by events in Washington, D.C. The people who run our country seem intent on making their supporters cheer, while their detractors roll their eyes, shake their heads and seek solace from people who share their beliefs. Fine, but, the actors in a show written by Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer and Henry Shields of the Mischief Theatre Company, seem intent on roping as much of the audience as possible into their shenanigans. One of the actors, who plays Cecil Haversham, seems delighted by the presence of the audience. He plays to the crowd so often that he shares

in their enthusiasm when he does something well or when the crowd appreciates an ongoing joke. This intentionally imperfect play isn’t perfectly imperfect, either. Some moments fall flat. The second half of the show, which is shorter than the first, isn’t quite as engaging, entertaining and uproarious. Knowing the general plot of the story before I attended, I tried to anticipate the wide range of possible intentional stumbles and humorous moments that actors struggling to maneuver through a story might endure. The range of mistakes and blunders exceeded my expectations among numerous welcome and delightful surprises. A play that delves in the world of funny gaffes takes real work on the part of the writers and the actors. To anyone sick of the political headlines, the conspiracy theories, the name calling, the accusations and counter accusations, this play is a welcome comedic retreat. It’s no wonder it won Best New Comedy at the 2015 Laurence Olivier Awards in London and is now on Broadway.

Who Will Be No. 1? A Salute to Local Businesses

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for your favorites, and we of course did that on purpose to get you to read the paper, which is today an endangered species. Well, the contest was a big success. We received over 2,500 submissions and we have winners in more than 100 categories, including those that are in ties. We tabulated the answers on our computers and were fascinated by the results. The winners and/or nominators come from as far west as Cold Spring Harbor and Huntington and as far east as Wading River, as well as from Northport, East Northport, Kings Park, Smithtown, St. James, Three Village, Port Jefferson and Port Jefferson Station, Middle Country, Mount Sinai, Miller Place, Rocky Point and Shoreham—our entire North Shore areas of news coverage and distribution. Readers took the time and made the effort to salute their business contacts in this way. We think our readers will benefit from this information, a kind of recommended list of some of the best businesses in Suffolk County, as they do their shopping and meet their needs around town. The “Readers Choices” will be

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named in their categories in a pullout section next Thursday, in time for holiday shopping. And we know the various winners are proud to have been singled out in this way. It’s pretty special to be No. 1 in customers esteem. It means the businesses, services and professionals have some sort of differential advantage over their competitors, and it gives the winners bragging rights and the spotlight to talk about their newest products even as they thank their customers. We, of course, thank the winners who have chosen additionally to advertise all that information in our supplement — although no ad was required of them — and that is part of the reason for the several weeks of space we devoted to the contest. In so doing, we are following the traditional business model that has always supported news media: Advertisers underwriting news for the readers, even as some of that news is about their products and services. In addition to being named in the supplement, the winners will be invited to a dinner reception at the Three Village Inn in Stony Brook on Wednesday evening, Feb. 5, 2020,

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from 6-8 p.m. There will be valet parking, a great help in the event of inclement weather. At the historic inn, they will walk up to the podium on a red carpet, be asked to speak for one minute about their business or profession if they wish, and videoed and photographed as they do so. The videos will then appear on our website and the photographs in our newspapers and social media after the reception. In addition, there will be a drawing for the three gift certificates of $150, $75 and $50 to be used in the winners stores or offices by those who sent in nominations. Tickets to the event may be ordered on our website (tbrnewsmedia.com) after the first of the year, by phone with a credit card (631-751-7744) or by mail (P.O. Box 707, Setauket, NY 11733). In addition to the winners and their guests, we will also invite the customers who nominated their first choices and the general public in what we hope will be a wonderful show of support for local businesses. They are at the core of our communities and today, as we know, they too are an endangered species.

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