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Marlena’s Yacht Club Opens Up Just in Time
for Its First Summer Season

MONTAUK, NEW YORK — Now that the summer season is approaching, fishermen are getting ready to bring out their rods and reels, and boaters are ready to hit the water. For those looking for a new place on the East End, they can check out the newest establishment in Montauk.

Located in Montauk Harbor, Marlena’s Yacht Club is eastern Long Island’s premier fishing and tourist destination for boaters, fishermen and vacationers. The marina features many amenities, including floating docks, spacious bathrooms and showers, a ship’s store and tackle shop, fueling stations, a fish cleaning station, charter fishing boats, winter storage at Sam’s Star Island Yacht Club & Marina, and a full-service bar. With cottages on site for rent, Marlena’s is ideal for boaters looking for additional amenities.

Marlena’s ship’s store and tackle shop serves fishermen, boat enthusiasts, and professional captains and crews. The store is equipped with fishing tackle, boat supplies, bait, clothing and apparel. In addition, its staff is dedicated to assisting their customers with all their boating needs.

After a day of fishing, anglers can stop in for a drink at Marlena’s Pack Out, formerly Liars Saloon. The bar, which is leased out to and operated by Hali Devlin and Phil Baigent, offers a variety of beers and mixed drinks.

In 2022, Sam Gershowitz, Owner of Sam’s Star Island Yacht Club & Marina, purchased the former Liars Saloon property after it closed in 2021. Liars was a popular dive bar that opened in 1978 and was best known for its $1 draft beers, famous mudslides, and karaoke nights. Its diverse clientele consisted of fishermen, surfers and out-of-towners.

Mr. Gershowitz and his team renovated the property and turned it into an extraordinary East End boating destination in honor of his late wife, Marlena, who passed away in September.

“I already own a marina with Sam’s Star Island and I always wanted to own another one,” said Mr. Gershowitz, an avid fisherman. “That is when I saw the Liars property, and I decided to buy it. Marlena’s is the ideal destination for fishermen and boaters. I also wanted to create a high-quality establishment that would be a fitting honor for my late wife, Marlena, who was the biggest catch of my life.”

Marlena’s Yacht Club is located at 408 West Lake Drive in Montauk. For more information, call (631) 406-4926 or visit www.marlenasyc.com.

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About Marlena’s Yacht Club

Located in Montauk Harbor, Marlena’s Yacht Club is eastern Long Island’s premier fishing and tourist destination for boaters, fishermen and vacationers. The marina features many amenities, including floating docks, on-site cottages for rent, spacious bathrooms and showers, a ship’s store and tackle shop, fueling stations, a fish cleaning station, charter fishing boats, winter storage at Sam’s Star Island Yacht Club & Marina, and a full-service bar. For more information, call (631) 406-4926 or visit www.marlenasyc.com.

Newton Shows Partners with the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St. Paul to Present The Long Island Greek Festival

Once again, Newton Shows is partnering with the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St. Paul to present its annual Long Island Greek Festival at the church from Thursday to Sunday, June 1-4. 

“Newton Shows has been great to work with,” said George Vasilakis, Chairman, Long Island Greek Festival. “We’ve been working with them for several years. They are a wonderful partner, and their rides and games provide fun to all our festival visitors.”

The complete dates and times for the event are as follows:

  • Thursday, June 1 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Friday, June 2 from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Saturday, June 3 from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Sunday, June 4 from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The Long Island Greek Festival will feature a variety of rides guaranteed to deliver thrills, chills and excitement to the entire family. There will also be Greek, Cypriot and American cuisine, desserts and pastries, a wine and beer garden, an all-new Sangria lounge, live music by Power Station, shopping at the Made-in-Greece agora and bazaar and more. 

Tours of the cathedral start each day a half an hour after the festival opens up. There will also be a DJ, youth dancers and a gala sweepstakes drawing. 

The Long Island Greek Festival will be held at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St. Paul, located at 110 Cathedral Avenue in Hempstead. Parking and admission are free. There is parking available on the cathedral grounds, as well as at Sacred Heart Academy, located on the northwest and southwest corners of Cathedral Avenue and Fulton Avenue. Handicapped parking is available at Kensington Court and Chelsea Place.

Advance tickets, including pay-one-price bracelets, can be purchased at newtonshows.com.

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About Newton Shows

Newton Shows is the premier family-owned and operated carnival company on Long Island. Since the company’s founder bought his first ferris wheel over 73 years ago as a fun way to make money to support his growing family, the Newton family has been honored to serve Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, and parts of Westchester County. Over the years, Newton Shows has helped raise much needed dollars for our non-profit “Partners in Fun” program and supplied unrivaled entertainment for its Corporate “Partners in Fun.” For more information on Newton Shows, call (631) 499-6824 or visit newtonshows.com.

 
 
 
 

Gershow Recycling Donates the Use of 30 Cars for the 16th Annual Chuck Varese Vehicle Extrication Tournament

Fire Departments Use Electric Tools to Cut up the Vehicles

In support of local fire departments, Gershow Recycling donated the use of 30 cars for the 16th Annual Chuck Varese Vehicle Extrication Tournament, which was held at the Northport Fire Department’s Training Grounds at Steer’s Pit in Northport on May 13. Gershow also donated the use of its Huntington facility to enable teams to practice in the week leading up to the tournament.

Twenty-seven teams from fifteen fire departments participated in the tournament, which involved groups of five firefighters working to extricate a “victim” from a “crash” using the Jaws of Life. Once again, the firefighters used battery-powered tools during the extrication exercises; the Chuck Varese Vehicle Extrication Tournament was the first such tournament to bring in electric tools.

Each team was judged on the amount of time it took to perform the extrication, the handling of equipment and the safety procedures they followed. The top three teams were:

  • 1st Place — East Northport FD (6 minutes, 26 seconds)
  • 2nd Place — Northport FD (6 minutes, 50 seconds)
  • 3rd Place — Commack FD (8 minutes, 40 seconds)

The Ridge Fire Department had the fastest evolution time of the tournament at 3 minutes, 6 seconds.

After the tournament, the vehicles were brought back to Gershow’s facility, where they were shredded and recycled.

Gershow has nine locations in Brooklyn, New Hyde Park, Valley Stream, Freeport, Lindenhurst, Huntington Station, Bay Shore, Medford and Riverhead. For more information, call (631) 289-6188 or visit www.gershow.com.

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About Gershow Recycling

Started in 1964 by Sam Gershowitz, Gershow Recycling began as a two-man operation with a tractor and trailer, a boom truck and the first portable car flattener. Now with the second generation carrying on the legacy, Gershow generates over 750 jobs, contributing millions of dollars to the local economy, while helping to preserve Long Island’s environment. Gershow Recycling takes aluminum, brass, copper, steel, cast iron, appliances, cars and vehicles. In keeping with its philosophy of “Conserving the Future by Recycling the Past,” Gershow Recycling purchases scrap metal that would have otherwise wound up in local landfills, and turns them into high-quality scrap products for recycling. The company produces both ferrous and non-ferrous products.

Dr. Lawrence Eisenstein Discusses “Wellness Care vs. Repair, Bending the Disease Curve towards a Healthier Future” at LIMBA

On May 26, Lawrence Eisenstein, MD, MPH, FACP, Vice President and Chief Public and Community Health Officer at Catholic Health, will speak on the topic “Wellness Care vs. Repair, Bending the Disease Curve towards a Healthier Future” at LIMBA (Long Island Metro Business Action). This event will take place at the Candlelight Diner, 56 Veterans Memorial Highway in Commack, starting at 8:30 a.m.

Prior to joining Catholic Health in August 2022, Dr. Eisenstein served as Nassau County Health Commissioner for more than eleven years. He also served as President and Board Member of the New York State Association of County Health Officials.

Dr. Eisenstein completed an Internal Medicine residency, chief residency and fellowship in infectious diseases at NYU Langone Hospital – Long Island (formerly Winthrop University Hospital) in Mineola. He is board-certified in Infectious Diseases through the American Board of Internal Medicine.

For more information about upcoming LIMBA programs, visit https://limba.net/.

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* Photo of Dr. Eisenstein is attached.

About LIMBA

Since 1968, LIMBA (Long Island Metro Business Action) has been Long Island’s catalyst for economic investment and improvement, sponsoring lively breakfast forums featuring Long Island business activists and government officials. Its mission is to promote and address issues that affect the quality of life on Long Island. For more information, call (631) 757-1698 or visit www.limba.net.

Newton Shows Partners with Huntington YMCA to Present Annual Memorial Weekend Carnival

Once again, Newton Shows is partnering with the Huntington YMCA to present its annual Memorial Weekend Carnival at the Huntington YMCA from Friday to Monday, May 26-29.

Every year, the Memorial Weekend Carnival helps raise money to support the community. “Proceeds from this holiday weekend event ensures that everyone — regardless of age, income level, or background — has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive with Huntington YMCA’s programs and support services,” said Nicole Dinolfo, Executive Director, Huntington YMCA.

The complete dates and times for the event are as follows:

  • Friday, May 26 from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 27 from 1 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
  • Sunday, May 28 from 1 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
  • Monday, May 29 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The Memorial Weekend Carnival will feature a variety of rides guaranteed to deliver thrills, chills and excitement to the entire family. The carnival will also feature games and food.

On Saturday and Sunday, there will be a Character Meet-&-Greet from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and musical entertainment from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Those attending YMCA Summer Camp are encouraged to wear their camp T-shirts and visit the camp table on Saturday and Sunday between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. to receive a prize.

The carnival will be held at the Huntington YMCA, located at 60 Main Street in Huntington. Parking and admission are free. Advance tickets, including pay-one-price bracelets, can be purchased at newtonshows.com.

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About Newton Shows

Newton Shows is the premier family-owned and operated carnival company on Long Island. Since the company’s founder bought his first ferris wheel over 73 years ago as a fun way to make money to support his growing family, the Newton family has been honored to serve Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, and parts of Westchester County. Over the years, Newton Shows has helped raise much-needed dollars for our non-profit “Partners in Fun” program and supplied unrivaled entertainment for its Corporate “Partners in Fun.” For more information on Newton Shows, call (631) 499-6824 or visit newtonshows.com.

Huntington Republican Committee Will Accept Retired American Flags from May 15 to July 1

The Huntington Republican Committee is inviting town residents to bring their retired American flags to the Huntington GOP office, located at 690 New York Avenue in Huntington. Flags will be collected from May 15 to July 1.

Flags that have been worn-out, frayed, torn or soiled can be placed in a dropoff bin at the Huntington GOP office, where it will be properly retired. According to the U.S. Flag Code, when the flag is “in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display,” it is recommended that the flag be “destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.”

With Memorial Day, Flag Day and July 4th approaching, many are proudly displaying their flags and, in many cases, replacing their old flags. It’s an ideal time of the year to collect and properly retire any worn flags.

“We encourage residents to drop off their American flags that can no longer be considered fit for display,” said Tom McNally, Chairman, Huntington Republican Committee. “We will personally see to it that these flags will be retired in a proper and respectful manner.”

For more information, visit www.huntingtongop.org.

Justin E. Driscoll Discusses the Workings and Goals of the New York Power Authority at LIMBA

On Friday, May 12, New York Power Authority (NYPA) Acting President and CEO Justin E. Driscoll will talk about the Power Authority’s priorities, operations and its future goals at LIMBA (Long Island Metro Business Action). This event will take place at the Candlelight Diner, 56 Veterans Memorial Highway in Commack, starting at 8:30 a.m.    

Some of the topics to be discussed will include NYPA’s role in building a clean and robust electric grid of the future in New York, including upgrading much-needed transmission across the state, the Power Authority’s priorities in advancing the Governor’s clean energy targets, and the importance of building infrastructure that can support the electrification of transportation.

As the Acting President and CEO of the nation’s largest state-owned electric utility, Mr. Driscoll is responsible for developing and implementing the Power Authority’s strategic vision and mission, and for overseeing its operations, legal and financial matters, and relationships with external stakeholders. In addition, Mr. Driscoll oversees the operations of the New York State Canal System.

Mr. Driscoll supervises NYPA’s 16 generation facilities and more than 1,400 circuit-miles of high-voltage transmission, as well as its role as an energy efficiency project developer and energy supplier for its governmental customers, including New York City, the Metropolitan Transit Authority, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, the New York City Housing Authority, state agencies and local governments.

Through Mr. Driscoll’s leadership, NYPA is helping the Hochul administration meet its nation-leading clean energy goals. To fully access New York’s growing renewable energy resources, he is guiding the most dramatic transformation of the state’s grid in more than 40 years by implementing large-scale transmission projects, such as Smart Path, Smart Path Connect, Clean Path New York and Central East Energy Connect. He is also overseeing NYPA’s priority to decarbonize its natural gas plants and 15 of the highest emitting state facilities.

Under Mr. Driscoll’s leadership, NYPA also launched ConnectALL, the largest-ever investment in New York’s digital infrastructure. Announced by the Governor in her State of the State address last year, NYPA leveraged existing transmission infrastructure to bring broadband internet to unserved and underserved communities.

Before joining the Power Authority, Mr. Driscoll served as an attorney representing Fortune 500 companies, governmental entities, and energy companies, in complex commercial litigation and regulatory matters.

He currently serves on several boards, including the Alliance to Save Energy, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, the GridWise Alliance, EPRI, New York City’s Urban Green Council and the World Resources Institute’s Global Energy Advisory.

Mr. Driscoll earned a bachelor’s degree from American University’s School of Public Affairs in Washington, D.C. and his law degree from New York Law School. He also attended New York University School of Law’s L.L.M. program in trade regulation.

For more information about upcoming LIMBA programs, visit https://limba.net/.

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About LIMBA

Since 1968, LIMBA (Long Island Metro Business Action) has been Long Island’s catalyst for economic investment and improvement, sponsoring lively breakfast forums featuring Long Island business activists and government officials. Its mission is to promote and address issues that affect the quality of life on Long Island. For more information, call (631) 757-1698 or visit www.limba.net.

 

Gershow Recycling Sponsors “Metal for Tesla” Fundraising Event

Collects 10,000 Pounds of Scrap; Proceeds to Support the Renovation of Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe  

Gershow Recycling sponsored and took part in “Metal for Tesla,” a scrap metal fundraising event, which was held at the Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe (TSCW) in Shoreham on Earth Day, April 22. As part of the fundraiser, Gershow provided the use of a container and collected 10,000 pounds of scrap metal, which wound up being recycled and kept out of landfills. Proceeds will go to support renovations at Wardenclyffe, the last remaining laboratory of famed inventor Nikola Tesla. In addition to its sponsorship and participation, Gershow handed out recycling educational activity books to children in attendance, as well as T-shirts, refrigerator magnets, and reusable shopping bags.

Since 2013, Gershow has provided the use of its scrap metal containers for the TSCW as part of its efforts to help the non-profit organization fund the renovation of Wardenclyffe. Plans for the property include a visitor center, a museum, science and education center, business accelerator and entrepreneur center, and the rehabilitation and preservation of Tesla’s iconic lab. A groundbreaking is scheduled for April 27 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Gershow has nine locations in Brooklyn, New Hyde Park, Valley Stream, Freeport, Lindenhurst, Huntington Station, Bay Shore, Medford and Riverhead. For more information, call (631) 289-6188 or visit www.gershow.com/.

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* Photo is attached.

Started in 1964 by Sam Gershowitz, Gershow Recycling began as a two man operation with a tractor and trailer, a boom truck and the first portable car flattener. Now with the second generation carrying on the legacy, Gershow generates over 750 jobs, contributing millions of dollars to the local economy, while helping to preserve Long Island’s environment. Gershow Recycling takes aluminum, brass, copper, steel, cast iron, appliances, cars and vehicles. In keeping with its philosophy of “Conserving the Future by Recycling the Past,” Gershow Recycling purchases scrap metal that would have otherwise wound up in local landfills, and turns them into high-quality scrap products for recycling. The company produces both ferrous and non-ferrous products.

Newton Shows Partners with Merrick Chamber of Commerce to Present Annual Kids Fest Carnival

Once again, Newton Shows is partnering with the Merrick Chamber of Commerce to present its annual Kids Fest community carnival at the Merrick LIRR station from Friday to Sunday, April 28-30.

Every year, the Kids Fest carnival helps raise money to provide scholarships to students with special needs from the three high schools in the Bellmore-Merrick School District.

“We are thrilled to have Newton Shows and the Merrick Chamber working together to make it one of the finest carnivals on Long Island,” said Ira Reiter, President, Merrick Chamber of Commerce. “The people rave about everything we do here. The people come back year after year because of the professionalism of Newton Shows’ staff and its workers.”

The complete dates and times for the event are as follows:

  • Friday, April 28 from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, April 29 from 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
  • Sunday, April 30 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

The Annual Kids Fest will feature a variety of rides guaranteed to deliver thrills, chills and excitement to the entire family. Among the rides that will be there include the Giant “Expo Wheel,” Super Shot, Zipper and Puppy Roll. In addition, there will be a children’s magic and illusion show Saturday and Sunday at noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. The carnival will also feature games and food.

The carnival will be held at the Merrick LIRR station, located at 1811 Sunrise Highway in Merrick. Parking and admission are free. Advance tickets, including pay-one-price bracelets, can be purchased at newtonshows.com.

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About Newton Shows

Newton Shows is the premier family-owned and operated carnival company on Long Island. Since the company’s founder bought his first ferris wheel over 72 years ago as a fun way to make money to support his growing family, the Newton family has been honored to serve Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, and parts of Westchester County. Over the years, Newton Shows has helped raise much needed dollars for our non-profit “Partners in Fun” program and supplied unrivaled entertainment for its Corporate “Partners in Fun.” For more information on Newton Shows, call (631) 499-6824 or visit newtonshows.com.

Suffolk OTB President and CEO Phil Boyle Discusses “What the Future of Jake’s 58 Means for Long Island Businesses, Tourism, and Taxpayers” at LIMBA

On April 28, Phil Boyle, former NYS Senator and currently President and CEO of Jake’s 58, will be the guest speaker at the LIMBA (Long Island Metro Business Action) meeting to discuss the topic “What the Future of Jake’s 58 Means for Long Island Businesses, Tourism, and Taxpayers.” This event will take place from 8:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at “Bistro 58” at Jake’s 58 Casino Hotel, 3635 Express Drive North in Islandia.

Before joining Suffolk Regional OTB, Mr. Boyle served for 26 years as a Member of the New York State Legislature — 16 years as a state Assemblymember and 10 years as a state Senator. Prior to his tenure in Albany, he served as a senior congressional staff member in Washington, D.C. for five years, including time as Chief of Staff for former Long Island Congressman Rick Lazio.

From 2014 to 2018, Mr. Boyle served as Chairman of the State Senate Committee on Commerce, Economic Development, & Small Business. As Chair, he worked to ensure that the voice of business was being heard in Albany and was committed to finding ways to make New York more business-friendly. During his tenure as a state legislator, Mr. Boyle was a leader on such diverse issues as advancing the use of forensic crime-fighting technologies, combating the heroin and opioid epidemics and protecting animals from abuse, among many others.

Mr. Boyle earned his undergraduate degree in Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, his law degree from Albany Law School of Union University and his Master’s degree in Public Administration from the State University of New York at Albany.

Registration is $35. For more information about upcoming LIMBA programs, visit https://limba.net/.

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About LIMBA

Since 1968, LIMBA (Long Island Metro Business Action) has been Long Island’s catalyst for economic investment and improvement, sponsoring lively breakfast forums featuring Long Island business activists and government officials. Its mission is to promote and address issues that affect the quality of life on Long Island. For more information, call (631) 757-1698 or visit www.limba.net.

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