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The Suffolk County Veterans Services Agency in partnership with the Long Island Veteran Suicide Prevention Coalition will host the 5th annual Veterans Resource and Stand Down Event to provide information and services to our local veterans in need on Tuesday, August 29 from 2 to 6 p.m. in the H. Lee Dennison Building Media Rooms, 100 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hauppauge.

This year, 26 organizations and county agencies will participate, offering a variety of resources free-of-charge.

“I am proud to host this resource event that honors and supports our brave veterans,” said Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone. “Suffolk County is home to the largest veteran community in the state so it is vital for them to have access to these essential resources. It’s our way of showing gratitude and providing the tangible assistance our veterans truly deserve.”

 Veterans who attend  will have an opportunity to receive a variety of resources including: sneakers, socks, t-shirts, rain jackets, backpacks, underwear, hats, fresh produce, information about local veterans nonprofit programs and much more!

Over the last two years, more than 500 veteran attendees have received resources from the various organizations and county agencies at the Stand Down Event. The County anticipates 200 veterans will attend this year.

The following organizations will be participating in the event:

  • Suffolk County Community College

  • General Needs Ltd

  • Long Island Cares, Inc.-The Harry Chapin Food Bank

  • American Red Cross

  • VA Medical Center Women’s Healthcare

  • Economic Opportunity Council of Suffolk, Inc.

  • CN Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc.

  • Long Island Problem Gambling Resource Center

  • Veterans Yoga Project

  • St. Joseph’s University NY, Office of Military and Veteran Services (OMVS)

  • National Grid

  • Long Island State Veterans Home

  • Paws of War

  • Stony Brook University

  • PSEG Long Island

  • United Way of Long Island

  • United Veterans Beacon House

  • Northport VAMC Caregiver Support Program

  • Family Service League

  • Northport VA Medical Center

  • Warrior Ranch Foundation

  • Dwyer Project

  • Amazon

  • Catholic Health

  • Suffolk County Office for People with Disabilities

  • Island Harvest Food Bank

Amy Millheiser from the LI Veterans Suicide Prevention Coalition said, “We lose 17 veterans a day to suicide and one of the goals of this coalition is to improve connectedness among veterans and the organizations that support them. This event is an opportunity for organizations to come together to assist veterans in need and connect them with the resources both at the VA and in the community.”

“General Needs Ltd invites the local Suffolk County Veterans to participate in this uniquely collaborative event to learn about services, programs and resources available for them and their families.  It’s been wonderful to see all of the veteran agencies jumping onboard and working together to make this Stand Down/ Resource Day informative, supportive and  respectful. If you’re a vet, it may have been awhile since you’ve reached out for help.  Please come and walk through, take some information that you may need or want in the future. You’ve earned these benefits, please come, receive our thanks and take a step forward for yourself and your family,” said Lonnie & Susan Sherman, Founders of General Needs Ltd.

David Lyons, interim president and COO of PSEG Long Island said, “PSEG Long Island  understands the importance of helping our neighbors, especially our heroes in the veteran community. We are proud to partner with Suffolk County, the General Needs organization and National Grid to support this Stand Down event. Along with providing information on job opportunities in the utility industry and details of our money-saving programs and services, we are distributing new coats and boots, rainwear, socks and other winter essentials that will help our neighbors who served, be more comfortable in the coming months.”

To RSVP for this event please use the following link here or call (631) 853-8387. 

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Suffolk County Police Homicide detectives went to a residence in Ridge on Aug. 22 to investigate a murder that had occurred in Central Islip in June, when the suspect fired a handgun at them, seriously injuring a child, before shooting and killing himself.

Following up on a murder that had occurred at 117 Hawthorne Ave. on June 19, homicide detectives arrived at 6B Ticonderoga Court, at approximately 8:30 p.m. While interviewing a friend of the suspect who lived at the residence, detectives learned that the suspect was inside the house. Detectives directed the friend, as well as children who were also in the residence, out of the house.

The suspect, Gary Jones, 38, of North Amityville, appeared from a room inside the house, armed with a handgun, and fired numerous shots at the detectives. The detectives backed out of the house.

One of the shots the suspect fired went through a wall, striking a 3-year-old female in the next apartment. The child was rushed to a local hospital with a gunshot wound. She underwent surgery and is currently in stable condition.

Detectives and police officers surrounded the house and called for hostage negotiators and Emergency Services Unit. Emergency Services officers made entry with a robot and found Jones deceased from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Officers did not return fire.

The investigation is continuing. Anyone with information is asked to call the Homicide Squad at 631- 852-6392.

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This beautiful horse-friendly property comes complete with a meticulously re-built 2004 Mediterranean-style Tuscan Villa, a separate cottage and a two-story barn. The entire house has been completely renewed with all modern luxuries. All four bedrooms are well-sized with a superb first floor primary retreat. Tucked away in a private cul-de-sac.

$1,499,000

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, AUGUST 27 – 2:30 – 4 PM

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Living Room With Fireplace, Den With Gas Fireplace, Gourmet Chef’s Kitchen. 2 First Floor Guest Bedrooms. The Second Level Boasts Primary Bedroom Suite, 3 Additional Bedrooms, All With En-Suite Bathrooms. Lower Level With Fully Equipped Gym, Media Room, And Game Room. Backyard With In-Ground Saltwater Pool, Pergola With Outdoor Kitchen. Access To Three Private Beaches.

$1,999,990 | Web#3493346

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Panoramic water views with stairs to the beach. This 6,000 sq.ft. residence is on 1.22 acres. Designed for today’s “open concept” lifestyle, public rooms feature built-ins, art frame television, 2 fireplaces, 2 primary en suites, one on each floor, state-of-the-art kitchen. Pergola covered patio with fireplace.

$4,250,000 | MLS#3431141

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Do you recognize this man? Photo from SCPD
Photo from SCPD

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Sixth Squad detectives are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the man who allegedly used counterfeit currency in Ronkonkoma in August. 

A man allegedly used counterfeit $10 bills to  make a purchase at Shop Rite, located at 601 Portion Road, on August 13. 

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. Anyone with information about these incidents can contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers to submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS, utilizing a mobile app which can be downloaded through the App Store or Google Play by searching P3 Tips, or online at www.P3Tips.com. All calls, text messages and emails will be kept confidential.

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