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Ribbon for Chick-Fil-A in Selden on April 1, 2025. Photo courtesy of Brookhaven Town Clerk LaValle's office
Ribbon for Chick-Fil-A in Selden on April 1, 2025. Photo courtesy of Brookhaven Town Clerk LaValle's office

By Heidi Sutton

A new Chick-fil-A® restaurant began serving the Selden community on Tuesday, April 1. The event kicked off with a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle, Tabatha Fajardo from Suffolk County Legislator Nick Caracappa’s office, Penny Hines from New York State Senator Dean Murray’s office, Thomas Lupo on behalf of Suffolk County Comptroller John Kennedy, Ryan Gessner from the Greater Middle Country Chamber of Commerce, staff, and members of the community. Franchise owner Stan Abrahamsen and his wife Debbie cut the ribbon.

Located in the College Plaza shopping center at 949 Middle Country Road, the 5,500-square-foot restaurant will be open for drive-thru, dine-in and delivery from 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. The new restaurant will also feature Mobile Thru, a fully dedicated lane in the drive-thru where Guests can pick up orders placed ahead of time on the Chick-fil-A App®.

The Selden restaurant joins 10 other Chick-fil-A restaurants serving Long Island, including Port Jefferson Station, Commack, Smithtown, Huntington, Farmingdale and the recently opened location in Farmingville in Suffolk County. Additional restaurants are planned for Medford, West Babylon and Lake Ronkonkoma.

Stan Abrahamsen, who also operates the Port Jefferson Station location, will be responsible for all day-to-day activities of the Selden business, including employing approximately 120 full- and part-time team members, “serving guests, cultivating relationships with local organizations and businesses, and tailoring philanthropic efforts to meet the Selden community’s needs,” according to a press release.

According to the release, Abrahamsen has lived on Long Island for 38 years and has spent more than two decades as a small business owner, building a career rooted in hospitality and service. His journey with Chick-fil-A began in 2015 when he became the local owner-operator of Chick-fil-A Port Jefferson Station, which was the first free-standing Chick-fil-A restaurant in New York state. He will continue to operate the Port Jefferson Station restaurant in addition to the new restaurant in Selden.

“As a longtime Suffolk County resident and the local Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Port Jefferson, I’m honored to continue serving my neighbors and making a positive impact in the community that I call home,” Abrahamsen said. “At Chick-fil-A Selden, my focus is on building a welcoming, service-driven culture and helping my Team Members grow — both personally and professionally.”

 

Chick-Fil-A in Selden. Photo by Heidi Sutton

According to the press release, Chick-fil-A business is built to add positive impact beyond profit, including giving back to local communities. Chick-fil-A local Owner-Operators are empowered to support the neighborhoods they serve with a key focus on hunger, education, and specific community needs.

In celebration of the opening, Chick-fil-A, Inc. has donated $25,000 to Feeding America in honor of the new restaurant. These funds will be distributed to partners in the greater Long Island area to aid in the fight against hunger.

Abrahamsen’s restaurant will plan to participate in the Chick-fil-A Shared Table® program, an initiative that redirects surplus food from the restaurant to local soup kitchens, shelters, food banks and nonprofits in need. To date, more than 35 million meals have been created from Chick-fil-A Shared Table donations from over 2,300 Chick-fil-A restaurants throughout the U.S. and Canada.

In addition, Chick-fil-A Selden is recognizing 100 local heroes making an impact in the Selden area by providing them with free Chick-fil-A entrées for a year.

“With this opening and the impending opening of Aspen Dental next door it marks the redevelopment of two lots that were empty or barely used for well over a decade. Wishing Chick-fil-A success as they serve up delicious food and great hospitality to the community. Stop by and check them out!” said Town Clerk LaValle.

For the latest news and updates on Chick-fil-A Selden visit the local restaurant’s Facebook page. For more information about Chick-fil-A and stories about the Brand’s food, people and customers across the country, visit chick-fil-a.com.

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Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle in the Town Hall parking lot. Photo from TOB

In another sign that spring is right around the corner, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle has announced that the Town of Brookhaven will be distributing double-grind woodchips and mulch for Brookhaven residents at the following locations starting March 15:

Brookhaven Town Hall (South Lot)

1 Independence Hill
Farmingville, NY 11738

Hours
Monday – Friday
9 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday
8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Holtsville Ecology Center

249 Buckley Road
Holtsville, NY 11742

Hours
Monday – Friday
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Rose Caracappa Center

739 Route 25A
Mt. Sinai, NY 11766

Hours
Monday – Friday
7 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday
8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Brookhaven Landfill

350 Horseblock Road
Brookhaven, NY 11719

Hours
Monday – Friday
7 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Saturday
7 a.m. – Noon

Centereach Pool Complex

286 Hawkins Road
Centereach, NY 11720
Park closes at dusk

Manorville Compost Facility

Papermill Road
Manorville, NY 11949

Hours
Monday – Friday
7 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Closed from 11:50 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. for lunch

Percy Raynor Park

Route 347 and Belle Mead Road
South Setauket, NY 11720

Hours

Monday-Friday
7 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday
8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Robert E. Reid Sr. Recreation Center

Route 25A and Defense Hill Road
Shoreham, NY 11786

Hours

Monday-Friday
7 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday
8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Mastic Complex (Keith Romaine Park)

300 Mastic Beach Rd.
Shirley, NY 11967

Hours

Monday-Friday
7 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday -Sunday
8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Please note that the free compost and mulch is for residential use only.

On Long Island we have a sandy soil structure that allows water and fertilizers to drain down into the water table and run-off into our surrounding waterways. Using compost and mulch in your garden or landscape is a great way to improve soil structure and continuously provide nutrients to growing plants. Compost and mulch also retain moisture, allowing plants to better endure hot and dry weather.

For more information, call 631-451-6944.

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From left to right: Jerry Maxim, corresponding secretary; Ira Costell, president; Lee Brett, vice president; Sheila Granito, acting recording secretary; and, standing, Kevin LaValle, Brookhaven town clerk. Photo by Sabrina Artusa

By Sabrina Artusa

At the Feb. 25 Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Civic Association meeting, the many services of the Town of Brookhaven Clerk’s Office were reviewed and various developments were discussed, including the Baylis Avenue site proposal and Jefferson Plaza. 

The association established their position on the proposed annexation of the 5.6-acre site on Baylis Avenue by the Village of Port Jefferson. Northwind Group, after their rezoning proposal was shot down by Brookhaven, preventing their plans for an apartment complex on the parcel, moved to transfer ownership of the land to the Village of Port Jefferson. 

“I would really like to reiterate that it is my objection…this is a thinly veiled backdoor move to get approval he otherwise wouldn’t have gotten,” Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Civic President Ira Costell said. The rest of the board, as well as civic members, seemed in agreement. 

March 6, Northwind Group will appeal the ruling to the Town of Brookhaven council and a public hearing will be held. The annexation would set a “bad precedent,” said civic member Charlie McAteer. 

Newly elected Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Civic Vice President Lee Brett lamented how the annexation would complicate the execution of services by putting a burden on the Terryville Fire Department and the Comsewogue School District. “Just because it says Port Jefferson Village and they get to go to the beach for free, I can care less, I want my town safe,” he said.

Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle reviewed his department’s services and processes, including administering marriage licenses, disability parking passes, death certificates and record digitalization. 

He has also worked to use technology to his advantage, now sending people notices of renewals and allowing them to complete the form from home. 

“The most valuable thing in business is time, from the minute your client asks you for a service from the minute you get it done…we want to be a township that makes it easier for people to come in and do business with our township,” he said, adding that developers can now submit land-use applications online. Further, project information is now advertised through signs that have QR codes leading to the town website.

“It makes it a lot easier to get information on a project out there,” LaValle said. 

LaValle also discussed the prevalence of text message and phone call scams, sometimes under the guise of a bank or a police department saying a loved one is in jail.

LaValle got a scam himself in the form of a text. Presumably, it was his bank informing him of fraud. “I didn’t click the link they had there, I didn’t use the phone number they had on it. I went online…I called the number online that I know is the actual credit card company…they said absolutely that is not [us], can you send us the information,” LaValle said. 

“Don’t rush making decisions,” said LaValle, who attended a presentation on the subject by the Suffolk County district attorney.

Next month, Staller Associates will meet with the civic to discuss architectural design for their development of Jefferson Plaza.

For more information on the services provided by the town clerk visit www.brookhavenny.gov.

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Photo courtesy of Councilman Manzella's office

On October 19, Town Councilman Neil A. Manzella (left), Town Clerk Kevin J. LaValle (second from right), NYS Senator Dean Murray (second from left), and Suffolk County Legislator Nick Caracappa (right) were joined by over 550 Middle Country Youth Civic Association members for some early Halloween fun at Brookhaven Town’s Centereach Pool.

This year, the Councilman transformed his automobile trunk into the classic “Fix-it-Felix” Arcade and the Town Clerk portrayed the “Karate Kid” character, “Daniel LaRusso,” with his car trunk themed from the hit movie. Both trunks were filled with goodies for the enthusiastic “Trick or Treaters.”

Dozens of car trunks at the weekend event were changed into Halloween attractions with Town officials and
their staff handing out candy and toys to the youngsters all dressed in their pre-Halloween costumes.
Councilman Manzella and the Civic Association said the event “never disappoints!”

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TOB Historian Barbara Russell (right,) researcher Lynne Scofield, (left) and interim president Suzanne Johnson (second from left,) in front of the Davis Town Meeting House. Courtesy TOB

Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle has launched his “Talking History with the Town Clerk” video series, which features an in-depth tour of the Davis Meeting House, located in Coram.

This house served as the former clerk’s office during the early days of the Town of Brookhaven. The debut video features insights from town Historian Barbara Russell, who provides historical context about the landmark.

Constructed in the 1750s, the Davis House was owned for over 250 years by direct male descendants of Foulk Davis, who settled in Southampton in 1642. Historian Davis Erhardt identifies Elijah Davis (1727-1802) as the likely original owner, who operated the house as a tavern-inn.

By the 1790s, the house became the seat of the Town of Brookhaven government, for over 80 years. In the mid-1800s, it served as a temperance house and by 1890, it transitioned to a private residence.

The Brookhaven Town Board officially designated the Davis House as a landmark on April 15, 1986, recognizing its historical significance. It was named a New York State landmark in 2000 and a National Landmark in 2001.

Significant restoration work was completed in September 2012, including roof replacement, masonry repairs and the reconstruction of a timber-framed front porch. These efforts were part of a broader initiative to preserve the building’s historical character. Today, the Davis House functions as a vibrant community center, hosting various local events and programs.

The Davis Meeting House, located at 263 Middle Country Road in Coram, offers historical tours every second Sunday of the month. For more information, call 631-804-2256.

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Grace Miller, pictured with Councilman Manzella and Town Clerk LaValle, won first place in the women's division this year. Photo courtesy of TOB
Hunter Wilson, pictured with Councilman Manzella and Town Clerk LaValle, won first place in the men's division this year. Photo courtesy of TOB
Runners line up for the 2024 Run the Farm race. Photo courtesy of TOB

On August 10, Town of Brookhaven Councilman Neil Manzella and Town Clerk Kevin LaValle co-hosted the Annual Shoprite Run the Farm 4 Mile Run/Walk to benefit Bethel Hobbs Community Farm in Centereach. Hundreds of runners and spectators attend the Run the Farm 4 Mile Run/Walk each year. This year, over 200 runners participated and more than 350 community members joined the post-race celebrations. Hunter Wilson was the male leader at 21 minutes, 16 seconds and Grace Miller was the female leader at 25 minutes, 31 seconds. Ms. Miller beat her own record from last year. 

The historic Bethel Hobbs Community Farm is one of Long Island’s last remaining, all-volunteer farms. Established in 1906, this not-for-profit farm embodies the spirit of giving by donating as much as 90% of its annual harvest to feed those less fortunate. Hobbs Farm raises over 100,000 pounds of food each year which is donated to various food pantries around Long Island. 

Councilman Manzella and Town Clerk LaValle thanked the organizers and runners who participated as well as the sponsors, Suffolk County Police Department 6th Precinct; Town of Brookhaven Highway Department; Town of Brookhaven Public Safety; Centereach Fire Department; and the event producers, EliteFeats. They also acknowledged Hobbs Farm owner, Ann Pellegrino, all the dedicated volunteers and vendors who helped make the Shoprite Run the Farm 4 Mile Run/Walk. 

They also thanked the event sponsors, including Suffolk County Legislators Leslie Kennedy and Nick Caracappa; ShopRite; New York Blood & Cancer; Pepsi; Bethel AME Church; Middle Country Chamber of Commerce; John T. Mather Memorial Hospital; Stony Brook UUP; Mondelez International; Frito Lay; Team Rita; Island Nursing and Rehab; Techworks; Brooklyn Delights; Bimbo Bakeries; Campbells and Dunkin Donuts. 

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Runners at the starting line at Run the Farm. Photo from TOB

By Rita J. Egan

An annual race proves it can go the distance.

The organizers of the ShopRite Run the Farm 4-mile Run/Walk, which benefits Bethel Hobbs Community Farm in Centereach, will celebrate the event’s 10th anniversary on Saturday, Aug. 10. Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle and Brookhaven Town Councilman Neil Manzella will co-host the annual challenge that ShopRite of Selden is sponsoring.

LaValle, former councilman for Brookhaven’s 3rd Town Council District, said he was pleased when Manzella expressed interest in helping to organize and host the race when he was elected to fill LaValle’s vacant seat last year.

Manzella said he’s happy to help and bring the race to the next level.

“Kevin has done such a fantastic job,” the councilman said.

He described the farm as a “hidden gem.”

“The 3rd District where I live is a very developed district, very business-oriented district, so to have this little farm tucked away in the middle of it, it’s just a nice change of pace,” Manzella said.

Before his tenure in the Town of Brookhaven, LaValle worked with the late Suffolk County Legislator Tom Muratore. He said that after the two visited the 11-acre community farm and met with its founder and director, Ann Pellegrino, they knew they had to help.

“Tom and I got back into the car after taking the tour, and literally, at the same moment, we both looked at each other and said, ‘We need to do something for this place,’ because that’s how much of an impression that first tour really meant to us,” LaValle said.

Runners take to the streets of Centereach for Run the Farm event. Photo from TOB

He added that while Muratore initially was able to secure county grants for the farm, when Suffolk County had to tighten its budget, the legislator couldn’t acquire the same funding he once did. LaValle, at the time a councilman, sat down with Pellegrino and discussed the idea of hosting a race, the proceeds of which would benefit the farm.

“It turned out to be a big hit,” Pellegrino said. “We get a good number of people, and they help us raise funds that go directly into the farm allowing us to do what we need to do.”

The farm provides produce for those experiencing food insecurity in the community. Over the years, it has also added an educational element where students can learn about farming. Volunteers help grow from 70,000 to 100,000 pounds of food donated to more than a dozen food pantries throughout the Island. The farm also has a stand where visitors can buy vegetables. 

Recently, Pellegrino said one food pantry, which feeds more than 100 families over the course of a few days, stopped by for 200 bunches each of collard greens and Swiss chard.

She added that many race participants tell her they never knew the farm existed, and some have come back to visit. Others work for companies that will organize ways to give back to the community farm, whether by donating funds or physically helping out, after they hear about it from their employee.

“We get all walks of life and all age groups,” she said. “It’s pretty impressive seeing older runners run it when I know I can’t.”

Pellegrino, LaValle and Manzella all said they have never run in the race. While the elected officials mingle with participants as they cross the finish line and assist those representing community groups, such as Girl Scouts who hand out water, Pellegrino works at the farmstand. She said this year, she will have help and will be able to be at the start line, something she has only been able to do once since the event started.

Manzella said he would like to run in the race one day, especially after seeing his chief of staff, Thomas Heinlein, participate in the challenge and receive a trophy. The councilman added that last year, he was surprised that in the time it took him to walk from the starting line at Oxhead Elementary School to the farm, a shorter distance than the overall race path, someone was already approaching the finish line.

The race includes two miles of even terrain followed by two challenging miles, which include a mile of gentle slope followed by two demanding climbs. Runners begin at the elementary school, travel through the streets of Centereach and end at Bethel Hobbs Community Farm.

“It’s a challenge, and it’s a beautiful course,” LaValle said. “Runners love it. It’s through the streets of Centereach, so it’s very shaded throughout a lot of the course.”

On average, more than 250 runners enter the race, and approximately 100 to 200 people come to cheer participants on, the town clerk said. In each age group, there are awards for the top three runners, and there are also special recognitions, including awarding the fastest runner who is an active or past member of the military. People come from all over the Island to enter, LaValle added. In 2019, two winners, a father and son, were from France.

Soon after Run the Farm was created, it was made official by USA Track & Field and timed and kept track of like other official races. This year is the first time the 4-mile run/walk will have a lead sponsor, ShopRite of Selden. LaValle said Charles Gallagher, president of Gallagher Family Markets, which owns the supermarket, donated money to the event in previous years. One day while shopping, LaValle was talking with Gallagher, and he decided to be a lead sponsor to show his support for the community event.

Pellegrino said she’s grateful LaValle approached her about organizing a race 10 years ago.  

The funds raised help with general expenses and larger projects. In the past, proceeds from the race have been used to repair the barn roof, update the irrigation system and construct a wheelchair garden. In the future, she said the farmstand will need some work.

“It’s just a tremendous help when the community comes together to support what we’re doing the way we’re doing it,” Pellegrino said.

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ShopRite Run the Farm 4-Mile Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, Aug. 10, rain or shine. Fun Run for children begins at 8:30 a.m., and the 4-mile challenge starts at 9 a.m. The cost to enter is $30 for those who pre-register and $35 the day of the race; $5 for  children under the age of 10. The challenge starts at Oxhead Elementary School, 144 Oxhead Road, Centereach, and ends at Bethel Hobbs Community Farm, located at 178 Oxhead Road, Centereach. To register in advance, visit events.elitefeats.com/24runthefarm.

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Photo from TOB

Donation is part of Town’s “Greening Brookhaven” Program

On Monday, April 29, Town Councilman Neil Manzella (right) and Town Clerk Kevin LaValle (left) arranged for a truckload of free compost to be delivered to the Sachem Public Library’s “Inside Out” garden.

Located directly across from the library’s main entrance, the garden features an area for large performances and programs, as well as smaller quiet locations where residents can enjoy a children’s story hour, appreciate the beauty of nature, or take a leisurely stroll.

Also pictured are Sachem Public Library Director, Neely McCahey (second from left) and Sachem Public Library Facilities Manager, Anthony Bliss.

For more information about the Sachem Public Library and the “Inside Out Garden,” go to www.SachemLibrary.org. For more information about the Town’s Free Compost and Mulch giveaway, go to www.BrookhavenNY.gov or call 631-451-TOWN (8696).

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All Winners: (l to r: Julia Hou, Amelia Grant, Celia Gordon, and Caroline Qian)
First prize winner Julia Hou with Library Director Ted Gutmann and Sherry Cleary
First prize winner Celia Gordon with Library Directory Ted Gutmann and Sherry Cleary.
Winners with the Shack family (l to r: Karen Reid, Ted Gutmann, Amit Taylor, Julia Hou, Amelia Grant, Celia Gordon, Caroline Qian, Sherry Cleary, Ed Taylor, and Niva Taylor.)
Winners pose with school officials, from left, Three Village Superintendent Kevin Scanlon, The Stony Brook School Assistant Head of School Will Lingle, Gelinas Junior High School Principal Corinne Keane, Julia Hou, Amelia Grant, Celia Gordon, Caroline Qian , Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services Brian Biscari, Three Village Central School District Trustee Jennifer Solomon, and Gelinas Junior High English Chair Michelle Hanczor.
From left, Brookhaven Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle, Julia Hou, Amelia Grant, Celia Gordon, Caroline Qian, Suffolk County Legislator Kara Hahn, Stephanie Stafford (from NYS Assemblyman Ed Flood's office) and Kristine Rasanen (from NYS Senator Anthony Palumbo's office). Photo by Jack Dennehy/Emma Clark Library

A creative writing and drawing contest that started back in 2014 at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library in Setauket is still going strong in 2023. 

Each year, those in grades 7 to 12 who reside in the Three Village Central School District let their imaginations flow and create an original picture book for children in hopes of winning this esteemed prize. 

On April 24, Emma Clark Library board members and staff, the family of the late Helen Stein Shack, local elected officials, representatives from the Three Village Central School District and The Stony Brook School, and guests from the community gathered at the Library to honor the winners of the ninth annual Helen Stein Shack Picture Book Awards.

First prize in the Grades 7 to 9 category was awarded to Julia Hou, a 9th grader at  Gelinas Junior High School for her children’s book titled Boston Santa while Celia Gordon, a homeschooled 11th grader, captured first prize in the Grades 10 to 12 category for her book Sleeping Till Spring.

Caroline Qian, an 8th grader at Gelinas Junior High School, won second prize for her children’s book Cutie the Duck in the Grades 7 to 9 category and Amelia Grant, a 12th grader at The Stony Brook School, snagged second prize in the Grades 10 to 12 category for her book Lily’s Snowman.

Library Director Ted Gutmann, along with the family of the late Helen Stein Shack, presented all of the winners’ books, bound and added to the Library’s Local Focus Collection, along with $400 checks to first prize winners and $100 checks for second prize winners.

Suffolk County Legislator Kara Hahn, Brookhaven Town Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle (representing Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine), and staff members from NYS Senator Anthony Palumbo and NYS Assemblyman Ed Flood’s office were all in attendance to present certificates to the four authors.

Addressing the winners, Leg. Hahn remarked, “You clearly have talent and that’s what storytelling is…it’s sharing what’s in your heart for others to enjoy and learn from.” 

Councilmember Kornreich told all of the authors what he enjoyed the most about each book and added, “Art is a powerful language … I’m sure all of you will one day have the power to change people’s hearts and change people’s minds and to change the world.”

Town Clerk LaValle added, “It’s amazing what you did. You should be so proud of yourselves.”

Library Board President Christopher Fletcher, Vice President Carol Leister, Treasurer David Douglas, and Trustee Deborah Blair along with Three Village Central School District Trustee Jennifer Solomon, Superintendent Kevin Scanlon, Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services Brian Biscari, Gelinas Junior High School Principal Corinne Keane, Gelinas Junior High English Chair Michelle Hanczor and the Assistant Head of School at The Stony Brook School, Will Lingle were in attendance to congratulate the winners.

Guests enjoyed special treats donated by The Bite Size Bake Shop, a local Three Village-owned business.  Library teen volunteer Jack Dennehy photographed the event.

Library Director Gutmann expressed gratitude to the children of the late Mrs. Shack, who cover the cost of the awards as a tribute to their mother and her commitment to passing along the importance and joy of reading for generations to come. “We appreciate the support of all the family [of Helen Stein Shack] for their generosity in establishing this endowment and for their encouragement of literacy in our community,” he said.

In light of the fact that all of the winners were female this year, Sherry Cleary, one of the daughters of the late Helen Stein Shack, spoke of her mother, not just a mom, grandmother, or teacher, but as a woman:

“She was an amazing woman when being an amazing woman was not encouraged and not acknowledged and not a thing, she came up in an era where women had a lack of opportunities. She was brave, gutsy and really looked convention in the eye, in the face, and decided to do what was in her heart and in her soul. I leave you with that. Be brave. Be gutsy. You already are because you put yourselves out there and did this amazing work.”

See more photos from the event online at www.tbrnewsmedia.com.

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From left, Arthur Giove Jr., Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle and Camille Giove. Photo from Town of Brookhaven

On March 7, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle visited with Arthur Giove, Jr. and Camille Giove at the newly reopened Giove Funeral Home located at 1000 Middle Country Road in Selden. 

The business was temporarily closed as a result of extensive fire damage on the night of May 25, 2021. After being closed for nearly two years, the Giove Funeral Home will hold a dedication ceremony on April 29 at 3 p.m. in honor of Arthur Giove, Sr., who passed away in 2022. Giove Funeral Home first opened in 1965. 

Prior to being elected to his current position in January 2023, Town Clerk LaValle served as the Councilman in District 3 which included the Giove Funeral Home. He and his office staff assisted the Giove family to get though the process of demolition, rebuilding and reopening.

“The Giove family has been a staple in the community for nearly 60 years and they needed assistance to get through the process of reopening. Arthur and Camille are always ready to help when asked and they always come through. It was my turn to reciprocate for all they have done to make the Selden community the best it can be,” said Town Clerk LaValle.

“It is a privilege to be back in the community that my family has served in for the last few decades. Thank you to the Town of Brookhaven for helping me through the entire building process and getting us back up and running so we can once again help families during some of the most difficult times and thank you to the Selden Fire Department for all you did to save our building 21 months ago,” said Arthur Giove, Jr.

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