Car Theft In Nesconset - Wanted For Grand Larceny

Wanted for Grand Larceny

Release Date: October 2, 2014

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Fourth Squad detectives are seeking the public’s help to identify and located the person(s) who stole a car in Nesconset.

Sometime between 9 a.m. on August 28 and 8 a.m. on September 22, 2014, a person or persons stole a 2-door copper-colored 1979 Chevrolet Malibu from the garage of a residence located on Midwood Avenue in Nesconset. The vehicle’s license plates are New York State FXK8591. It has a Ford 9” rear, Weld Magnum 2.0 rims and a fiberglass hood with a 4-5” cowl-type scoop and roll-bars. The interior is light brown vinyl with two-tone brown and beige tweed fabric on the seats. 

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward of up to $5,000 for information that leads to an arrest. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to call anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-220-TIPS. All calls will be kept confidential.

Authority: D/Sgt. Terence Mawn CC# 14-563030 - Fourth Squad Detectives CW# 14-253/JJ

Theater Review - "The Boy from Oz"

Theater Review - “The Boy from Oz” - Produced by: Theatre Three – Port Jefferson - Reviewed by: Jeb Ladouceur

Like many show business terms that almost surely began as wisecracks, ‘Jukebox Musical’ might have been a fairly apt description at one time, but it no longer works. In the first place, people who’ve been born since the phrase was coined (forty years ago) now walk around with their own three-by-five-inch ‘Jukeboxes’ in their pockets. They’re known as cell phones. And just as Polaroid cameras have become passé largely because of the omnipresent devices, so too has the once-iconic jukebox pretty much fallen by the musical wayside.

In theater parlance, the term ‘Jukebox Musical’ was applied to a play that features previously released songs with a common connection to a particular musician or group. Currently, “Jersey Boys” is a high-riding show in the genre—forty years ago “Elvis” was the most prominent Jukebox Musical of its day—and in between, perhaps the best such example arrived with the new Millennium: It was “The Boy from Oz,” based on the life of Australian singer/songwriter Peter Allen, and the show has been masterfully re-incarnated at Theatre Three in Port Jefferson.

This play always was a tour de force, but it’s far from a one-man show. Created in Australia, “The Boy from Oz” had its American debut on Broadway in October of 2003 and closed the following September when Hugh Jackman’s contract ran out. So overpowering was he as Aussie Peter Allen that some critics dismissed the musical as merely an obvious star-vehicle for the immensely gifted singing/acting/dancing Jackman—also Australian. Had Long Island’s master performer, Steve McCoy, been featured in “The Boy from Oz” at the Imperial Theater, the play might still be running there. That’s how superb McCoy is in the title role with his big voice and all-around command of the Theatre Three stage!

Actually, there are two ‘Boys from Oz’ appearing on Main Street in Port Jeff through November 1. The Young Peter Allen (variously a 12, 13, and 14-year-old) is played by hugely talented Andrew Timmins of East Islip. The remarkable pre-teen acts, sings, and dances up a storm throughout this poignant play as he is featured in key flashback segments detailing Allen’s formative years. Incredibly, the Theatre Three venue is host to Andrew’s professional stage debut, and unless we miss our guess, the youngster’s unveiling will prove an award-winning one.

Not to be outdone in their roles as Judy Garland and Allen’s short-time wife Liza Minnelli, are Lori Beth Belkin and Sari Feldman respectively. Under Director Jeffrey Sanzel, the actresses have cultivated both women’s physical characteristics and vocal styles to a T. Cast as personalities that might have easily become caricatures, Belkin and Feldman know exactly when to stop prodding the audience (who loved them) in search of that extra giggle.

Essentially, this is a tragic-comedy about the scourge which is AIDS, and it tells quite effectively of those in Peter Allen’s life whom the disease affects in some way. As Allen’s initially reluctant lover, Greg, the convincing Brett Chizever could hardly have been more empathetic. His stoic acceptance of the hand that fate has dealt him is truly memorable theater.

Ditto Allen’s all-suffering Mother, played by Mary Ellin Kurtz. From her stage-struck son’s first indications that he is greatly talented … to the disclosure involving his gay lifestyle … and finally the revelation of his incipient demise … she is behind him foursquare. That expression of support reduces attendees to tears when Kurtz mesmerizes us with the show’s signature ballad, “Don’t Cry Out Loud.” Lovely!

So, if we must categorize “The Boy from Oz” as a ‘Jukebox Musical,’ let it be said, at least, that the show is as worthy a standard in the genre as we are likely ever to see. Accordingly, those who absorb the play’s many charms (and heartaches) at Theatre Three during the next five weeks will have done themselves a never-to-be-forgotten favor.

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Award-winning Smithtown writer Jeb Ladouceur is the author of eight novels, and his theater and book reviews appear in several major L.I. publications. In Ladouceur’s next thriller, “Harvest” due next month, an American doctor is ordered to perform illegal surgeries for a gang of vital organ traffickers in The Balkans.

 

Commack Candidates Forum - Heroin Epidemic Tops List Of Concerns

NYS Assembly candidates - Michael Fitzpatrick and Jason ZoveNew York State Assembly candidates, incumbent Michael Fitzpatrick and Jason Zove, participated in a candidates forum at the Commack Public Library Tuesday night. Sitting side by side, the candidates gave an opening statement and answered questions from the audience. 

Seven questions came from the audience with the eighth and last question coming from Commack Community Association President Bruce Ettenberg.  After their opening statements the candidates took questions and were allowed as much time as they wanted to give their response.

Members of the audience wanted to know about the heroin epidemic, Common Core, early voting, family law and the courts, PSEG and identity theft.  

The heroin epidemic was the number one concern for the audience garnering three questions  The issue was first raised by Rev. Walker from the Holy Cross Lutheran Church.  The Reverend questioned what can be done about this problem that is affecting teens that have every material blessing? 

Both candidates spoke about A9943a legislation that recently passed in NYS which took some control for treatment away from insurance companies and gave more authority to health care providers. Both supported its passage, Fitzpatrick acknowledged being a late sign-on to the legislation, but felt that he was doing his fiduciary responsibility by looking for answers about the cost of the program which he never received. He said he took a “leap of faith” and supported the bill because the issue was so important. Zove believes that the legislation does not go far enough.  He mentioned more education and more narcotic officers as possible solutions. He wants to create more outlets for opiate disposal and make the public more aware of drug disposal locations.  Audience members were very passionate and spoke about pharmaceutical companies, television marketing and young people. The last question of the night came from Commack Community Association President Bruce Ettenberg, who noted that with the 2 percent cap, there was no room in school budgets for additional drug prevention programs. Would the candidates support funding programs with money outside the school budget? 

Fitzpatrick used this opportunity to express his support for the tax cap. He spoke about his opposition to unfunded mandates and his proposed legislation to change the Triborough Amendment (labor law allowing for step increases to continue without a contract). He lashed out at the governor for allowing gambling in the state and for the 1000 “video crack” gambling terminals Suffolk County will be receiving. Zove pointed out that Fitzpatrick’s response was not about heroin and that over the next 42 days there would be opportunities to discuss his (Fitzpatrick’s) proposal. He supported the idea of funding programs (offered through the schools) with other sources of revenue with the caveat that it would not devastate another necessary program. Zove said he would support it 100 percent. “We need to go after the drug problem 24 hours a day, during the school day and after the school day.” 

A question about PSEG’s metering system seemed to take both candidates by surprise. According to the questioner the metering system uses military grade microwave technology to send information about customer use back to PSEG. Without an independent study done on health issues regarding the use of this technology in homes, the questioner rejected the metering system and was told there would be an opt out fee. Both candidates seemed stunned and rejected the idea of an opt out fee. Zove pointed to his support for a Republican proposal to introduce competition into energy/electric generation. 

The candidates agreed on a number of issues. There are stark differences that can be seen in their approach to problems. Fitzpatrick’s opening statement was about a state that is ranked 50th in business climate. He focuses laser like on fiduciary responsibility when evaluating programs including those that address quality of life issues. Zove’s opening statement was about bringing tax dollars back to the community, it was about finding solutions to high energy bills, heroin and quality schools. 

Deputy Supervisor Thomas McCarthy Has A Change Of Heart

In a very brief memo to the Supervisor and Town Council, Councilman/Deputy Supervisor Thomas McCarthy announced his intention to offer a resolution rescinding resolution 4.O approved at the September 9 Town Board meeting.  The resolution increased the stipend for the Deputy Supervisor $30,000. The position he holds.

In a phone conversation Deputy Supervisor McCarthy explained his vote and his change of heart. Votes cast by Town Board members are cast as “votes of necessity”.  According to Mr. McCarthy this vote, although in his opinion legal, was not what he considered a vote of necessity. 

McCarthy said he believes that an increase in the Deputy Supervisor’ s stipend is better left as part of the budget process and discussion. He is unsure if the Supervisor will include the $30,000 stipend increase in the Town Budget, but stated that if it is, he would vote. 

Breaking News - Deputy Supervisor McCarthy To Rescind Stipend Resolution

Councilman/ Deputy Supervisor Thomas McCarthy in a memo to the Town Supervisor and Council members announced that at tomorrow’s Town Board meeting he will put forth a resolution to rescind the increase in stipend for the Deputy Supervisor.