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Port Jeff senior Erin Henry with a return for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Hannah Pflaster digs one out for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff sophomore McKayla Pollard from the service line for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff freshman Thea Mangels from the service line for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff senior Erin Henry with a kill shot for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Hannah Pflaster keeps the ball in play for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff freshman Ava Reilly from service for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff senior Erin Henry from the service line for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff senior Erin Henry keeps the ball in play for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff senior Olivia Sherman battles at net for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff senior Olivia Sherman digs one out for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff senior Erin Henry keeps the ball in play for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff sophomore McKayla Pollard from the service line for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff senior Erin Henry with a kill shot for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff senior Olivia Sherman keeps the ball in play for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff senior Erin Henry digs one out for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Hannah Pflaster puts the ball in play for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Loose ball.

Port Jefferson, fresh off their Long Island championship sweep of East Rockaway two days earlier, looked to build on that momentum in the Southeast Regional final Saturday, Nov. 11, with home court advantage against Section IX winner Millbrook. The Royals hoped to make the trip back to Glens Falls for the NYS Class C championship final. It would have been the second year in a row, but it wasn’t to be as Port Jeff fell to Millbrook 25-23, 25-17, 25-15.

During the season, seniors Olivia Sherman and Erin Henry were the one-two punch for the Royals with Henry charting 13th in the county with 169 kills and Sherman placing 15th with 161 kills, as reported by Newsday. Sherman clocked in at No. 4 in the county with 57 service aces; Thea Mangels, a freshman, was No. 8 with 51; and sophomore McKayla Pollard No. 12 with 48.

The Royals conclude their 2023 campaign with a 17-3 record and will be a force to be reckoned with next season as they lose just three seniors to graduation.

— Photos by Bill Landon

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Photo by Anthony Grimaldi

BUILDING TRUST

Anthony Grimaldi of East Setauket snapped this cool photo of a seagull taking a treat from his fiancé Gloria Parker in midair in Montauk on Oct. 28. He writes, “My fiancé is a behavioral analyst and it was remarkable how she was able to instill trust in this one particular seagull.”

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Photo by Lisa Mcgrath

A LOCAL TREASURE

Lisa Mcgrath of Stony Brook took this beautiful photograph of the historic Gamecock Cottage (built in 1876) at West Meadow Beach on October 2nd. 

She writes…”While walking on this glorious day at our local beach after so many days of rain, I realized what a constant and beautiful backdrop the cottage is throughout the changing seasons. There were people fishing and enjoying the sunshine as well. It reminded me what a special place we live in.”

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The registration table at the 8th annual Patriot Run. Photo by Bill Landon
T-shirts for those who pre-registered for the 5k run. Photo by Bill Landon
Proceeds benefit the Thomas Cutinella Memorial Foundation. Photo by Bill Landon
Registrants for the 8th annual Patriot Run. Photo by Bill Landon
Organ donation awareness was front and center at the Thomas Cutinella annual Patriot Run. Photo by Bill Landon
Organ donation heroes. Photo by Bill Landon
Those given a new lease on life. Photo by Bill Landon
Registrants for the 8th annual Patriot Run. Photo by Bill Landon
Registrants for the 8th annual Patriot Run. Photo by Bill Landon
Scenes from the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Scenes from the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Scenes from the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Kelly Cutinella (Thomas Cutinella’s mother) holds Collette Crowell. Photo by Bill Landon
Karen Crowell, Kelly Cutinella, Colette Crowell and Cameron Crowell at the 8th annual Patriots run in memory of Thomas Cutinella. Photo by Bill Landon
Scenes from the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Scenes from the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Frank Cutinella (Thomas Cutinella’s father) thanking all the participants at the 8th annual Patriot Run. Photo by Bill Landon
Runners for the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Runners for the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Runners for the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Runners for the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Runners for the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Runners for the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Runners for the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Runners for the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Runners in the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Runners for the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Runners for the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Runners for the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Runners for the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Runners for the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Scenes from the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Runners in the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Runners for the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Runners for the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Runners for the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Man's best friend at the 8th annual Patriot Run at Wildwood State Park. Photo by Bill Landon

Brilliant sunshine bathed the 8th annual Thomas Cutinella Memorial Patriot Run that featured more the 700 runners Sunday morning, Oct. 22, at Wildwood State Park in Wading River sponsored by the Wildcat Athletic Club. Proceeds for the event benefit the Thomas Cutinella Memorial Foundation whose mission is threefold by funding scholarships to those area students who best exemplify Thomas’ ideals, promoting organ donation awareness and creating football safety protocols and their implementation statewide under the Tommy Tough initiative.

Thomas succumbed to his injuries sustained on the football field in a Shoreham-Wading River varsity football game at John Glenn High School Oct. 1, 2014. Thomas was a big believer in giving life through organ donation and then the next day, he did just that. 

Nine years ago, Karen Crowell, a Bronx woman in her early 20s, was gravely ill on a transplant waiting list desperately needing a new heart. Crowell got a second chance receiving Thomas’ transplanted heart for a new lease on life. A few years after receiving the gift of life, Crowell and the Cutinella family became acquainted and have remained in touch to this day. 

Two years ago, Crowell was blessed with the birth of her first child, something she thought she would never live to see but because of Thomas’ gift of life, she and her husband Cameron are now the proud parents of a baby girl, Colette.

For more information on the Thomas Cutinella Memorial Foundation visit www.tom54.org.

Photos by Bill Landon

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Scenes from state Route 25A in Shoreham for the funeral procession of U.S. Army Sgt. Bernard J. Sweeney Jr., who died in World War II. Photos by Greg Catalano
Scenes from state Route 25A in Shoreham for the funeral procession of U.S. Army Sgt. Bernard J. Sweeney Jr., who died in World War II. Photos by Greg Catalano
Scenes from state Route 25A in Shoreham for the funeral procession of U.S. Army Sgt. Bernard J. Sweeney Jr., who died in World War II. Photos by Greg Catalano
Scenes from state Route 25A in Shoreham for the funeral procession of U.S. Army Sgt. Bernard J. Sweeney Jr., who died in World War II. Photos by Greg Catalano
Scenes from state Route 25A in Shoreham for the funeral procession of U.S. Army Sgt. Bernard J. Sweeney Jr., who died in World War II. Photos by Greg Catalano
Scenes from state Route 25A in Shoreham for the funeral procession of U.S. Army Sgt. Bernard J. Sweeney Jr., who died in World War II. Photos by Greg Catalano
Scenes from state Route 25A in Shoreham for the funeral procession of U.S. Army Sgt. Bernard J. Sweeney Jr., who died in World War II. Photos by Greg Catalano

After more than seven decades as missing in action, the remains of U.S. Army Sgt. Bernard J. Sweeney Jr. were finally dignified in an honorable military funeral service. The Alexander-Rothwell Funeral Home, in collaboration with various organizations and community members, held the funeral service Tuesday, Oct. 10, for this long-lost hero.

Sweeney entered the military in New York City on Nov. 27, 1942, and served valiantly in Company I, 330th Infantry Regiment, 83d Infantry Division during World War II. He was reported missing as of Dec. 16, 1944, near Strass, Germany, during the Battle of Hürtgen Forest. His remains were not recovered or identified following the war, leaving him an unknown soldier for many years.

In April 1950, unidentified remains numbered as X-2752 were interred in Ardennes American Cemetery in Neuville, Belgium. These remains were recovered from a minefield north of Kleinhau, Germany. Thanks to efforts by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency and the American Battle Monuments Commission, X-2752 was exhumed in April 2019 and designated as CIL 2019-174. Through historical research and laboratory analysis, the DPAA confirmed that these remains belong to Sweeney.

Sweeney, who had no immediate family or next of kin remaining, was laid to rest Tuesday afternoon with full military honors at Calverton National Cemetery in Calverton, the nearest National Cemetery to his hometown.

A horse-drawn caisson carried his remains to their final resting place, symbolizing a solemn tribute to a fallen hero.

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Photo from Long Island Game Farm

The Long Island Game Farm, 489 Chapman Blvd., Manorville has announced a new slate of programming, hosted by their nonprofit arm, the Foundation for Wildlife Sustainability, Inc., to begin this fall for adults and families. The recently renovated Woodland Hall will host a number of events beginning in October, including iPhone photography classes and art sketch sessions. Preschoolers can enjoy zoo adventures on the game farm, learning about and meeting some of the resident animals.

“One of our primary goals with Woodland Hall is to offer meaningful programs to the community,” shares Long Island Game Farm president Melinda Novak. “We’ve had great success with our special social club for seniors in August and September, and we’re now excited to expand on programs to educate the public about wildlife in fun ways. The sketch sessions will be particularly exciting!”

Sketch Our Animals 

Sundays, October 11 & 19 at 2 p.m.

Participants will bring their sketch pads and drawing tools to Long Island Game Farm’s Woodland Hall to see and sketch select resident animals up close during an open session. This adult program is $20 per person, or $15 per person if registered and paid in advance. Park admission is separate and will be 50% off for the day. 

Photo from Long Island Game Farm

Phone Photography with Anthony Graziano 

Sunday, October 22 at 11 a.m.

This intensive four-hour adult workshop will take participants beyond basic iPhone snapshots and provide the skills to create art-quality photographs. Anthony Graziano will guide participants through camera setup, guidelines for taking pictures and fundamental photographic techniques, and basic editing tips. The class will begin indoors and then move outside to reinforce learnings with personalized instruction in an inspiring natural setting. The class is $125 per person and includes admission to Long Island Game Farm. Advance reservations are required.

Zoo Adventures for Little Ones 

Fridays Oct. 27 & Nov. 3 @ 10:30 a.m.

For preschoolers, the Long Island Game Farm will offer a special program introducing little ones to the zoo. A wildlife educator will offer a close-up look at some of the animals, followed by a story or art activity. The program is $25 for one caregiver and one child. Additional children are $20 each. If registered and paid in advance, the rate will be reduced by $5. Park admission is separate and will be 50% off for the day. 

The Long Island Game Farm is open Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, Sunday, and holidays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. To make a reservation for any of the above events, visit longislandgamefarm.com or call 631-878-6644.

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Comsewogue senior Matthew Duran clears the ball. Photo by Bill Landon
Comsewogue senior Jake Sokolowski settles the ball. Photo by Bill Landon
Comsewogue sophomore Sean Griffin redirects the ball. Photo by Bill Landon
Comsewogue senior Matthew Duran maneuvers midfield. Photo by Bill Landon
Comsewogue senior Aidan Bayer heads the ball. Photo by Bill Landon
Comsewogue senior Dale Allison heads the ball. Photo by Bill Landon
Comsewogue senior Aidan Bayer takes flight. Photo by Bill Landon
Comsewogue senior Jake Sokolowski heads the ball. Photo by Bill Landon
Comsewogue goalie Ryan Worhle with a save. Photo by Bill Landon
Comsewogue senior Julian Dicecco settles the ball. Photo by Bill Landon
Comsewogue junior Brady Mueller pushes upfield. Photo by Bill Landon
Comsewogue senior Dylan Raspanti heads the ball for the go-ahead goal. Photo by Bill Landon
Comsewogue scores. Photo by Bill Landon
Comsewogue sophomore Sean Griffin heads the ball. Photo by Bill Landon
Comsewogue senior Aidan Bayer redirects. Photo by Bill Landon
Comsewogue senior Julian Dicecco heads the ball. Photo by Bill Landon
Comsewogue wins! Photo by Bill Landon

The East Hampton Bonackers paid a visit to Comsewogue High School Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 3, with a score to settle having lost, 2-0, to the Warriors in early September. After a goalless first half, it was Comsewogue’s Dylan Raspanti’s header off a corner kick that broke the ice for a 1-0 lead after 25 minutes of second half play.

East Hampton seemed to have the better offensive press, clearly winning the time of possession in the final minutes of the game and testing Comsewogue goalie Ryan Worhle. The junior keeper, however, was able to stave off East Hampton’s late game surge to hold on for the 1-0 victory in the League VI matchup. Worhle had six saves in goal.

With the win, Comsewogue improves to 5-3-0 in league play with four games remaining before postseason play begins.

— Photos by Bill Landon

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Sophomore Mariangely Beltran turns upfield. Photo by Bill Landon
Lila Porzio heads the ball for Harborfields. Photo by Bill Landon
Harborfields freshman Madelyn Klein shoots on goal. Photo by Bill Landon
Harborfields senior Meaghan Fealy sprints to the ball. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff defender Alexa Wonderland clears for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Alexandra Fiumara pushes upfield for the Tornadoes. Photo by Bill Landon
Alexandra Fiumara scores for Harborfields. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff goalie Rose Meliker-Hammock with a save. Photo by Bill Landon
Lila Porzio maneuvers midfield for Harborfields. Photo by Bill Landon
Alexandra Fiumara settles. Photo by Bill Landon
Sophomore Mariangely Beltran turns upfield. Photo by Bill Landon
Lila Porzio scores for Harborfields. Photo by Bill Landon
Lila Porzio scores. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff freshman Jamie Pederson clears the ball. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff goalie Rose Meliker-Hammock with a save. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff freshman Jamie Pederson clears the ball. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff captain Maitreya Driscoll-Stremich traps the ball for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff junior Alexa Wonderland settles the ball. Photo by Bill Landon
Molly Diskin takes possession for Harborfields. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff freshman Jamie Pederson settles the ball. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff freshman Jamie Pederson traps the ball for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Harborfields goalie Keira Collins makes the save. Photo by Bill Landon

Port Jefferson had its hands full when the Royals hosted the Tornadoes of Harborfields Sept. 21 in a League III matchup where they found themselves down two goals at the halftime break. Harborfields’ junior Alexandra Fiumara found the right corner of the net off a rebound within four minutes followed by Lila Porzio at the 22-minute mark.

The Royals struggled to keep the ball upfield in the second half when Harborfields’ seniors Meaghan Fealy and Alanna Ratti both found the net to close out the game with a 4-0 victory.

Port Jeff goalie Rose Meliker-Hammock had 13 saves on the day and Harborfields’ keeper Keira Collins stopped 3.

The win lifted Harborfields to 5-2 on the season while the Royals fell to 1-5.

– Photos by Bill Landon

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Photo by Maria Pusateri

STILL THE SUNSHINE OF HER LIFE

Maria Pusateri of Fort Salonga snapped this photo of her husband Donald shortly after sunrise at Sunken Meadow beach in Kings Park in August. She writes, ‘We often go for morning walks on the boardwalk at Sunken Meadow but it’s rare that we get there early enough for a sunrise. My husband loves to joke around and it was his idea to take this photo of him holding the sun. It took several tries for me to get it right. I actually posted this photo on Facebook for our 42nd wedding anniversary on August 9th; it was a natural fit.

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