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Town of Brookhaven Honors Veterans at Annual Luncheon at Windows on the Lake in Ronkonkoma

Farmingville, NY – – On November 4, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine, members of the Town Council and the Department of Housing and Human Services hosted the Town’s Annual Veterans Appreciation Luncheon at Windo...

Brookhaven Town Welcomes Back Veterans Services Officer

Farmingville, NY - After serving his country for 12 years in the United States Navy, Brian Rooney is back in Brookhaven Town Hall serving veterans. Working in a shared partnership with the Suffolk County Veterans Service Agency, he previously ser...

Veterans Can Receive Free, Confidential Virtual Memory Screenings

Farmingville, NY – Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine is informing Brookhaven veterans and their families they can receive free, confidential virtual memory screenings through the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA). Th...

Town Dedicates East Patchogue Street in Honor of PFC Anton A. “Tony” Bugala USMC

Farmingville, NY - On Saturday, November 2, Supervisor Ed Romaine, Councilman Neil Foley, Councilman Michael Loguercio, Receiver of Taxes Lou Marcoccia, other State and County officials, veteran groups, friends, and family were on hand to dedicat...

Councilwoman Bonner Presents Donated Cell Phones to Town Veterans Services Officer

Farmingville, NY - On October 31, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (right) presented more than 50 cell phones to the Town’s Veterans Services Officer Hillary DiPasquale as part of the “Cell Phones for Soldiers” program. This national non-profit organizat...

Brookhaven Honored Long Island ABATE for their Support of Local Veterans Groups

Farmingville, NY -  Recently, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) and Councilwoman Valerie Cartright (right) honored the members of Long Island ABATE (American Bikers for Awareness Training and Education) at their annual Veterans Appreciation Din...

Councilwoman Bonner Leads “Cell Phones For Soldiers” Drive in Brookhaven Town

Farmingville, NY -  Councilwoman Jane Bonner is teaming up with “Cell Phones For Soldiers,” a national non-profit organization dedicated to providing cost-free communication services and emergency funding to active-duty military members and veter...

Brookhaven Town’s Annual Veterans Food Drive Provides More Than 200 Grocery Bags of Food

Farmingville, NY -  Supervisor Ed Romaine announced today that Brookhaven Town’s Division of Veterans Services food drive will this year provide approximately 250 grocery bags of food to veterans in need and their families. Established ...

Brookhaven Town Welcomes New Division of Veteran Services Officer

Farmingville, NY -  After serving his country for five years in the Navy and for six years as an active reserve in the Navy, Quarter Master Petty Officer First Class (QM1) Brian Rooney is now serving veterans at Brookhaven Town Hall. He became th...

Town of Brookhaven to Hold Third Annual Veterans Food Drive June 10 to June 28

Farmingville, NY -  Brookhaven Town’s Division of Veterans Services will be holding a food drive for veterans in need from Monday, June 10 through Friday, June 28. Last year’s food drive provided more than 300 bags of food to ...

Brookhaven Town Receives Kindhearted Donations to Help Veterans in Need During Easter Holiday

Farmingville, NY –  On April 18, Supervisor Ed Romaine met with members of Local 1500 Suffolk Retirees Club at the Veterans of Foreign War Post 2913 in Patchogue to thank them for their heartwarming contributions of food to help veterans in need ...

Supervisor Romaine Reminds Veterans Property Tax Exemption Deadline is March 1

Farmingville, NY –  Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that veterans residing in the Town of Brookhaven, may be entitled to a Veterans Property Tax Exemption. The deadline to apply for a is March 1. Filing requirements ...

Councilman Loguercio Delivers Food and Good Tidings to Veterans in Need

Farmingville, NY – Recently, Councilman Michael Loguercio shared the holiday spirit at VFW Post 8300 in Bellport and the Veterans Place in Yaphank when he delivered bags of food that he collected for local veterans in need. He thanked t...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends Rocky Point High School Veterans Wall of Honor Ceremony

Farmingville, NY –  On November 16, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the unveiling ceremony of the Rocky Point High School Alumni Wall of Honor. The wall recognizes members of the community who graduated from the high school and have s...

Brookhaven Town Receives Kindhearted Donations to Help Veterans in Need During Thanksgiving Holiday

Farmingville, NY –  On November 16, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine met with members of the Suffolk County Local 1500 Retirees Club to thank them for their heartwarming donations of food to veterans in need in Brookhaven Town. Club members ...

Romaine and Panico Honor Grand Marshal at C of C of the Moriches Veterans Day Parade

Farmingville, NY –  On November 11, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico attended the first annual Veterans Day Parade. During the post-parade ceremony, they honored parade Grand Marshal Paul Haines, a Vietnam veteran, ...

Cartright Joins Veterans for Veterans Day and Armistice Day Observances in Council Dist

Farmingville, NY –  This week, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright attended Veterans Day and Armistice Day observances in Council District 1. Her first event was on November 9 at the Setauket Village Green (top photo) where she joined Suf...

Veterans Day Ceremony at Bartlett Pond Park in Middle Island

Farmingville, NY –  On November 11, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) and Councilman Michael Loguercio (right) attended the annual Veterans Day Ceremony at Bartlett Pond Park in Middle Island. During the event, they honored all the men and w...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Local Veterans at Sound Beach Civic Association Ceremony

Farmingville, NY –  On November 11, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (fifth from left) joined Sound Beach Civic members, residents and veterans at the Sound Beach Civic Association’s (SBCA) Veterans Day Memorial Service held at the So...

Town of Brookhaven Honors Veterans at Annual Luncheon

Farmingville, NY –  On November 2, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine, members of the Town Council and the Department of Housing and Human Services hosted the Town’s Annual Veterans Appreciation Luncheon at Windows on the L...

Brookhaven Town Will Host First Veterans Resource Fair on November 15

Farmingville, NY –  The Town of Brookhaven’s Division of Veterans Services will host its first Veterans Resource Fair on Thursday, November 15 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. The event, which will be held in the second floor Media Room ...

Brookhaven Town’s Division of Veterans Services Food Drive Provides Hundreds of Bags of Food

Farmingville, NY – For the second consecutive year, Brookhaven Town’s Division of Veterans Services Food Drive will provide more than 300 bags of food to veterans in need and their families. The drive was held from June 11 thr...

Supervisor Romaine Joins with Dwyer Veterans Peer Support Project for 5th Annual Day of Wellness

Farmingville, NY - On June 9, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) attended the Dwyer Veterans Peer Support Project 5th Annual Day of Wellness at Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck in Center Moriches. The event is a joint initiative of the Suffolk County United Veterans and Suffol...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors VFW Council Voice of Democracy Award Winner

Farmingville, NY - On March 27, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Suffolk County VFW Council Voice of Democracy Award Ceremony to honor Wading River High School student Jordan McClintock. Jordan earned 1st place in the County and 2nd Place in the Dist...

Councilwoman Cartright Attends Local Veterans Day Ceremonies

Farmingville, NY - During the week surrounding Veterans Day, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright and her office took the time to recognize all who served to defend our freedom. On November 2nd, Councilwoman Cartright honored Setauket resident and Purple Hea...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Local Veterans at Sound Beach Civic Association Ceremony

Farmingville, NY - On November 11, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined Sound Beach Civic Association President Bea Ruberto, residents and veterans at the Sound Beach Civic Association’s Veterans Day Memorial Service held at the Sound Beach Veterans Memorial P...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Gold Star Families at Memorial Dedication in Middle Island

Farmingville, NY - On September 24, Supervisor Ed Romaine honored families who sacrificed a loved one in the name of freedom during a memorial dedication at the Bartlett Pond Park Longwood Veterans Walk in Middle Island. The event included songs,...

Supervisor Romaine Attends Testimonial Barbeque in Ronkoknkoma to Honor AMVETS National Commander

Farmingville, NY - On Saturday, July 22, Supervisor Edward P. Romaine attended the AMVETS Post 48 Testimonial Barbeque to honor AMVETS National Commander Harold Chapman. The celebration was held at AMVETS Post 48 in Ronkonkoma.

AMVETS National Commander Ch...

Councilman Loguercio Declares Town’s Veterans Food Drive Off to a Great Start, But More Is Needed

Farmingville, NY - On June 29, Councilman Michael Loguercio (right) stopped by the Town’s Veterans Services office to find the room full with donated food destined for needy veterans. The donations were dropped off by residents as part of Brookh...

Supervisor Romaine, Councilman LaValle Honor Veterans at “Kids 4 Vets Day” Community Event

Farmingville, NY - On June 4, Councilman Kevin LaValle was at Sachem North High School to present “Kids 4 Vets Day” in collaboration with the Sachem School District. The event benefitted Farmingville VFW Post 400, Centereach VFW Post 4...

Brookhaven Town Councilman Dan Panico Participates in Local Memorial Day Celebrations

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Councilman Dan Panico attended several parades and observations this past Memorial Day to commemorate and honor the holiday that remembers all those who died while in service to their country. Councilman Panico participa...

Supervisor Romaine Attends Memorial Day Ceremony at the Brookhaven Volunteer Firefighters Museum

Farmingville, NY - On May 21, Supervisor Ed Romaine attended Memorial Day services at the Brookhaven Volunteer Firefighters Museum in Ridge, a not-for-profit organization that educates visitors about the history of volunteer firefighting. The museum&r...

Councilman LaValle and the Town Board Honor US Army Staff Sergeant Christopher Harper

Farmingville, NY - At the April 27 Town Board Meeting, Councilman Kevin LaValle and the Town Board thanked Staff Sergeant Christopher Harper of the United States Army and Centereach VFW Post 4927 for his services and his re-enlistment. He entered active d...

Councilman Loguercio Honors William Stilwagen for His Support of Veterans

Farmingville, NY - On April 8, Councilman Michael Loguercio attended the Colonel Josiah Smith Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution "In the Company of Heroes" meeting where he presented William Stilwagen with a proclamation recogni...

Supervisor Romaine, Councilman LaValle and Brookhaven Youth Bureau Provide Donations to Veterans

Farmingville, NY - In a continuing effort to help veterans in need, Supervisor Ed Romaine, Councilman Kevin LaValle and the Brookhaven Youth Bureau have collected donations of food and coats. The items will be distributed directly to veterans and their fa...

Councilman LaValle Honors Veterans Advocate John Rago

Farmingville, NY - At the January 24 Town Board meeting, Councilman Kevin LaValle honored John Rago of Coram upon his retirement from Suffolk County United Veterans where he served as Outreach Coordinator for the Supportive Services for Veterans Families ...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Announce Tremendous Success of Veterans Food Drive

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Michael Loguercio announced today Brookhaven Town's Division of Veterans Services food drive was so successful that the Town will now hold an annual drive for veterans and their families. The drive was ...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Announce Food Drive to Help Veterans in Need

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine announced today that Brookhaven Town's Division of Veteran's Services will be holding a food drive for Veterans in need from Monday, June 26 through Friday, July 14. The Division of Veteran's Services will...

Brookhaven Town’s Division of Veterans Service Officer is Proud to Serve

Farmingville, NY - After serving her country for 22 years in the United States Military, United States Air Force and Air National Guard, Retired Master Sergeant Melissa Pandolf is now serving veterans at Brookhaven Town Hall. She became the Town's Veteran...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman LaValle Unveil Purple Heart Parking Space at VFW Post in Selden

Farmingville, NY –  On July 12, Supervisor Romaine (third from right) and Councilman LaValle (right) were joined by Suffolk County Legislator Tom Muratore (left) and members of Santora/Bonacasa Memorial VFW Post 400 of Farmingville to unveil a Pu...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman LaValle Join to Unveil New Purlple Heart Parking Space

Farmingville, NY - On Monday, August 14, 2017 Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Kevin LaValle joined with AM Vets Post 48 of Ronkonkoma to unveil a new Purple Heart Parking Space at 660 Hawkins Avenue Ronkonkoma. At the request of AM Vets Post 48, the Tow...

Town Honors ABATE for Their Support of Local Veterans Groups

Farmingville, NY – On October 10, the Town of Brookhaven honored the members of Long Island ABATE (American Bikers for Awareness Training and Education) at their annual Veterans Appreciation Dinner held at the Tordik-Diederich-Duffield VFW Post ...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Announce Food Drive to Help Veterans in Need

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Michael Loguercio announced today that Brookhaven Town's Division of Veterans Services will be holding a food drive for veterans in need from Monday, June 11 through Friday, June 29. Last year's food...