John Avlon, a Democratic candidate running in the 1st congressional district against incumbent Nick LaLota, opened a campaign office Sunday in East Northport.
He greeted supporters upon his arrival at the office at 2090 East Jericho Turnpike and talked about issues with a variety of residents who crowded the office.
Republicans Collecting Flags
The Huntington Republican Committee is inviting residents to bring their retired American flags to the Huntington GOP office,t 229 Main St., Suite 204 in Huntington.
Flags will be collected starting Monday through July 15.
Flags that have been worn out, frayed, torn or soiled can be placed in a drop-off bin at the Huntington GOP office. According to the U.S. Flag Code, when the flag is “in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display,” it is recommended that the flag be “destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.
“We encourage residents to drop off their American flags that can no longer be considered fit for display,” said Tom McNally, Chairman, Huntington Republican Committee. “We will personally see to it that these flags will be retired in a proper and respectful manner.”
For more information, visit www.huntingtongop.org.
Huntington Town Republican Committee Chairman Tom McNally is pictured placing a worn American flag in the Huntington GOP Committee’s drop-off bin