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Romaine and Panico honored as Heroes
of the Bay by Moriches Bay Project
Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed
Romaine and Councilman Dan
Panico were recently honored by
the Moriches Bay Project (MBP)
for their outstanding support of
the environmental and educational
nonprofit organizations. MBP works
to improve the water quality in
Moriches Bay through oyster farming
and eel grass plantings and has
partnered with several municipalities,
including Brookhaven Town, in their
endeavors. Specifically, the Town
has supplied MBP with thousands
of oysters which have been placed
in Moriches Bay in waters located
at Moriches Yacht Club in Center
Moriches and in the Forge River.
Because of their commitment to
MBP and its mission to plant one million mollusks in the bay,
Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico were named
official Heroes of the Bay. MBP also recognized Tom Carrano of
the Town’s Division of Environmental Protection for his role in
facilitating and coordinating delivery and placement of oysters
to various locations.
Supervisor Romaine said, “The preservation and protection
of our bays is critical to the environment and economy of
Brookhaven Town. I am thankful to Laura Fabrizio and her
Moriches Bay Project colleagues for this honor and I commend
the great work that they do so we all can enjoy our beautiful
waterways.
“As an environmentalist, I have always supported initiatives
to preserve land and provide for cleaner ground and surface
waters,” noted Councilman Panico.
“I also choose to support individuals and groups who share my
concern for future generations. That is why I strongly support
the reseeding of our bays with oysters and am proud of the work
done by members of the Moriches Bay Project.”
20th Annual William Floyd
Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament
Event scheduled for August 22
The 20th annual William Floyd Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament is scheduled for
Monday, August 22 at the Bellport Golf Club in Bellport, an event that has provided more
than $455,000 in scholarships for deserving William Floyd High School seniors since its
inception. The event, sponsored by Century 21 Cor-Ace Realty and Ace Builders, Inc.,
features 18 holes of golf bordering the picturesque Great South Bay followed by a dinner
reception with prizes and raffles. Golf registration includes breakfast and lunch. For those
who do not play golf, tickets are also available for the dinner only. Please call (631) 8783400 for more information or log onto www.wfsd.k12.ny.us.
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William Floyd lacrosse
coaches earn top honors
The Suffolk County Lacrosse Coaches Association has
selected William Floyd boys varsity lacrosse coach Desmond
Megna and junior varsity lacrosse coach Jonathan Germer
as their “Coaches of the Year” as voted upon by fellow Suffolk
County lacrosse coaches.
Under the leadership of Coach Megna, the varsity Colonials
overcame a 1-5 start to finish with an 8-8 overall record (7-7
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League), earning themselves the “Crosse Award” for
the “Most Improved Team” in Suffolk County. They
also fielded two All-County players in Matt Murphy
and Trevor Church; and John Bilotti took home the Eric
Sopracasa Scholarship Award given to the player who
through determination and character serves as a role
model and inspiration to his fellow athletes.
“Suffolk County lacrosse is easily the best in the
country, so it is quite an honor to be recognized by my
peers,” said Coach Megna, who teaches fifth grade at
Moriches Elementary School and is a 1993 graduate of
William Floyd High School.
Additionally, the junior varsity team, led by Coach
Germer, had their best season ever finishing with an
11-5 overall record (10-4 League).
“Being named coach of the year is amazing,”
said Coach Germer, who teaches fourth grade at Nathaniel
Woodhull Elementary School and is a 2009 graduate of
William Floyd High School. “This award is a true testament of
how great this district is. My time here as a student and now
as a teacher, I have been afforded incredible coaches, teachers
and mentors. It is now my responsibility to pay it forward.”
The varsity team is also one of three William Floyd teams,
along with girls lacrosse and softball, to win the New York
State Public High School Athletic Association Scholar Athlete
Team Award during the spring season with a collective grade
point average of 91.97.
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Legislator Kate Browning, left, presents proclamation to Richard Tuscani, center, along with friends and family at his birthday party.
Richard Tuscani celebrates 100
Richard Tuscani, a Mastic Beach resident for over 40 years,
celebrated his 100th birthday at the Mastic Beach American
Legion on Saturday, June 18, 2016. Legislator Kate Browning
(WF-Shirley) joined family, friends and other elected officials to
celebrate Richard’s milestone and to reflect on his accomplished
life.
Richard Tuscani was born on June 13th, 1916, and is known
to be the oldest living WWII Veteran in Suffolk County. Richard
is formerly from Corona, Queens, and has resided on Locus
Drive in Mastic Beach for the over forty years.
Prior to his career, Richard Tuscani was a highly decorated WWII
Veteran having served in New Guinea and the Philippines. He
received three Bronze Stars, one for battle in Leyte, Philippines,
Years
one for surviving a Kamikaze attach in New Guinea, and one
for the Philippines Presidential Unit Citation Badge and the
Meritorious Service Award. Richard worked as a Mail Carrier,
an oil truck driver in a business he founded, a New York City
Building Inspector, a City School Bus Driver, a local Dockmaster
and until only a few years ago a School Bus Matron.
Richard Tuscani is a history and geography buff and spends
his days reading, studying history, and watching Yankee games.
“Richard is a hero and gentleman, who has been a huge part of
the Mastic Beach community,” stated Legislator Kate Browning.
“He bravely served his Country, and he held many jobs in public
service when he returned from the war. He continues to remain
an active member of the neighborhood, and is an inspiration to
everyone. I wish him many more years of happiness.”
New William Floyd Board of
Education Trustee sworn-in
Newly-elected Trustee April Coppola recently took the oath
of office to serve a three-year term on the William Floyd
Board of Education. Ms. Coppola is a lifelong community
resident and a graduate of the William Floyd School District
with two school-aged children. She is an active community
member and volunteer who has served in various roles with
the William Floyd Elementary School PTO, the William Floyd
Community Summit, the Chamber of Commerce of the Mastics
and Shirley, as well as the William Floyd State Aid Advocacy
group. She was administered the oath by District Clerk Jennifer
Schildkraut and congratulated by Superintendent of Schools,
Kevin M. Coster. “I look forward to working with Ms. Coppola
in her new role as trustee,” said Mr. Coster. “She is a wonderful
asset to the district and community. We are fortunate to have her
on the Board.”
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“Stay Suffolk”
encourages residents
to explore local parks
“Stay Suffolk” – Suffolk County Executive Steve
Bellone’s new campaign aimed at encouraging Suffolk
County residents to explore parks and enjoy activities
close to home will not only help to keep tax dollars here
in Suffolk County, but will help residents to realize what
makes Long Island’s parks, beaches, golf courses and
historic sites a great vacation destination.
“The Suffolk County Park campgrounds are a great resource for residents looking to provide an affordable vacation opportunity for their families,” said Bellone. “Not only do the campgrounds provide a place
to sleep under the starry skies, but they provide numerous recreational opportunities for visitors to enjoy
during the day.”
Visit trihamletnews.com for a list of local parks and campgrounds.
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Summer Sundays
at Brookhaven Lab begin July 10
This summer, Brookhaven Lab invites you to have a new
Summer Sundays experience! Explore world-class facilities,
meet scientists, experience hands-on discovery, and enjoy a
different science show each week.
Summer Sundays visits are free, handicapped accessible, with
no reservations needed. The Lab’s cafeteria in Berkner Hall will
be open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The main gate will also be open
to incoming Summer Sunday visitors from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. All
activities are on a first-come, first-served basis. Visitors 16 and
older must bring a photo ID.
For more information, visit the Summer Sundays website,
Facebook page, or call (631) 344-2651.
Brookhaven National Laboratory is a multipurpose research
institution funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. Located
on Long Island, NY, Brookhaven operates large-scale facilities
for studies in physics, chemistry, biology, medicine, applied
science, and advanced technology. The Laboratory’s almost
3,000 scientists, engineers, and support staff are joined each year
by more than 5,000 visiting researchers from around the world.
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Free William Floyd summer
food program begins on July 11
The William Floyd School District has once again
partnered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture
to serve free breakfast and lunch to children aged
18 or under and their guests starting Monday, July
11 and offered weekdays through Friday, August 26.
Breakfast will be served from 7 am to 9:30 am;
and lunch between 11 am and 1:30 pm in the William
Floyd High School cafeteria, 240 Mastic Beach
Road, Mastic Beach. Please use the south entrance.
There is no cost to local residents and the program
is completely self-sustaining. There are no income
requirements to participate and children do not have
to reside within the William Floyd School District.
For further information, please call Dawn Ducoing
at (631) 874-1678.
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CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2016!
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