ISLIP, NY---Town of Islip Supervisor Tom Croci has been recalled to active military service with the Naval Reserve beginning in July to fight terrorism overseas. The deployment will be Croci’s third since joining the Navy in 1999, and second as a Reservist.

“No greater honor than to be called to serve.” Supervisor Croci said. "This community and our residents, so deeply impacted by the attacks of September 11, 2001 and the war, understand too well the importance military service and are steadfastly supportive of our men and women in uniform. This is one of the reasons I have been so very proud to serve them as their Supervisor. I pledge to them that before mobilizing, I will work to ensure that we maintain continuity in our government and residents continue to receive the very best service and support from their Town and keeping Islip on the right track.”

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 Islip, NY – Despite suffering a tremendous blow from Hurricane Sandy that left Islip Town faced with $25.5 million in repairs to its Recreational and Parks system, Town Board members are proud to announce that nearly all beaches, marinas and pools will be opened as programmed for the 2013 summer season. Parks, DPW and repair crews have worked around the clock to ensure that the multi-million dollars in damages incurred were restored in time for the summer months and in the safest possible way. While work will continue at various locations throughout the summer, most facilities will open as part of regularly scheduled programming. See the schedule below for information on all Town beaches. For more information please call the Department of Parks and Recreation at (631) 224-5411.

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 Islip, NY – An historical 1914 Sloop, the Eight Ball (Sail #8) is on display at Long Island MacArthur Airport’s glass atrium. The boat, built by Benjamin Hallock of Center Moriches, was provided courtesy of the Long Island Maritime Museum in an effort to educate residents and visitors about the history of Long Island boats and their craftsman.

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 Islip, NY – The Town of Islip’s Economic Development Department has announced that there is still time for local business leaders to register to attend the 3rd Annual CEO Summit. This year's event will be May 16th from 8:30 am to 10:30 am at the NBTY's Auditorium, (2100 Smithtown Ave., Ronkonkoma.) This year’s theme focuses on our local pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and bio-tech industries here in Islip Town, but the discussions that spring from this theme will touch upon issues facing all local businesses. Registration is limited, so those looking to attend should contact the Economic Development Department as soon as possible.

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