Bellone tips hat to GOP's Zeldin for funding
Last year, Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone enthusiastically endorsed the re-election of Rep. Tim Bishop (D-Southampton), even criticizing Bishop's Republican opponent for wading into county matters. Bellone, a Democrat, may do the same next year, but for now, his office is positively mentioning state Sen. Lee Zeldin (R-Shirley), who's seeking the seat. Bellone issued a statement touting continued funding for a state pilot program that established local peer-to-peer counseling for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder.
"Funding for the program was secured by Senator Lee Zeldin," the statement reads. Days earlier, Zeldin called securing program funding one of his proudest accomplishments since his 2010 election.
-- Paul LaRocco
Sarra Sounds Off, Ep. 17: Olympics a possibility for Long Beach wrestler? On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Newsday's Gregg Sarra talks with Long Beach wrestler Dunia Sibomana-Rodriguez about pursuing a third state title and possibly competing in the Olympics in 2028, plus Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week.
Sarra Sounds Off, Ep. 17: Olympics a possibility for Long Beach wrestler? On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Newsday's Gregg Sarra talks with Long Beach wrestler Dunia Sibomana-Rodriguez about pursuing a third state title and possibly competing in the Olympics in 2028, plus Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week.
