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Author and Philanthropist Jean Shafiroff is spreading her message of philanthropy with her all new weekly television show, Successful Philanthropy. The Weekly series airs on LTV East Hampton channel 20, as well as live stream through the LTV website, www.ltveh.org. The show focuses on various topics including “Anyone can be a philanthropist,” and will act as a platform for leaders in the philanthropic community. Jean is renowned for her charitable endeavors and commitment to philanthropy; the new show allows Jean to share stories of her philanthropic work, while encouraging others to get involved with causes are dear to their heart.
Throughout the Coronavirus pandemic, Jean Shafiroff has become a national spokesperson and advocate on behalf of food pantries and animal rights in the United States. She has appeared on numerous television and radio shows including ones for CBS, NBC, Fox and Friends, WGN and NY1, offering guidance on how to serve those less fortunate in the community. S…

FIRST MATCHMAKER IN NATION TO OFFER POLITICAL DATING
NEW YORK: President Trump is “Making America Date Again” as couples who share the same opinions about the controversial president are 250 percent more likely to stay together, a relationship expert has found. The Presidential Campaign is underway, and some couples are strengthening bonds over their desire for the President to get re-elected. New couples are popping the cork on bottles of Trump wine while watching the President’s recently-relaunched rallies while increasingly discussing political issues and “alternative facts” while on first dates. Only 20 percent of those surveyed would date someone who is of the opposite political persuasion, while 65 percent of singles want a partner who shares their love (or disdain) for the President.
Maureen Tara Nelson, relationship expert and matchmaking, has launched a political dating bureau, a survey that helps Republicans find Republicans, and Democrats find Democrats. Nelson is ava…

DEMAND FOR ORGANIC PRODUCTS SPIKE IN WAKE OF COVID-19
NEW YORK, NY: Bob Golden, son of the New York-based family who created the Snapple tea empire, has re-entered the beverage market, but this time focusing on organic and all natural product. Their first-of-its-kind product uses the sap of birch trees to sweeten fruit water to create a fruit water that is low in calories. Golden and Treo have seen a massive spike in demand in the wake of COVID-19 as Americans have been seeking low-calorie and healthy alternatives to high sugar beverages, with approximately 4,500 new accounts in the New York area since the coronavirus pandemic began in March.
They anticipate to have over 11,000 new accounts nationwide by July, ranging from New York to California, which is consistent with the 79% demand spike for low calorie beverages since march in food stores, delis, and supermarkets across the country.

BUSINESSMAN & NEW ORLEANS NATIVE WANTS TO UNITE THE COUNTRY BEHIND A “PURPLE” CANDIDATE
Billionaire and heir to the bounce house fortune Frank “Mials” Scurlock will be announcing his independent candidacy for President of the United States. Scurlock intends on leading the “Great American Rescue,” through uniting the red and blue behind a “purple” agenda, blending the ideas of the left and the right for a more prosperous American future.
Scurlock intends on self-funding and is planning on spending $100 million to launch his candidacy in several key states throughout the country to win the Electoral College. The former-New Orleans Mayoral Candidate will be announcing his campaign in his native city of New Orleans. Scurlock was the mysterious man behind the skywriting at Jazz fest and has owned and operated local businesses, building them to national and international prominence.

I am done with playing around with the NYPD 108th precinct here in Hunters Point South. They are a bunch of corrupt cops who refuse to do their job who have allowed our neighborhood to turn into a dangerous crime ridden war zone.
For months the 108th has refused to enforce any law. While the rest of the city is on a slow down, the NYPD 108th is on a complete work stoppage. They witness crimes right in front of them and refuse to do anything. Residents are outside pleading with them to make arrests, to do something and they just refuse.

Let's give some examples. Fireworks for over 5 weeks now. As you can see from the above photo, our neighborhood is being blown up every night. The cops witnessed these thugs setting off bomb after bomb and did nothing. These thugs lit the park on fire and the NYPD 108th did nothing. The cops have sat in their cars watched people spray graffiti everywhere and refuse to make a arrest. Hundreds of thugs in the park at night, a park which is supposed t…

Union Burger Bar, the hit restaurant by Restaurateur Ian Duke at 40 Bowden Square in Southampton, NY, is celebrating its one-year anniversary. The first year was a smashing success and looks to continue that success this season and the rest of the year.
During the winter season Union Burger Bar went through massive renovations and has moved up to the main restaurant and bar, making way for the all new Union Sushi & Steak which is now open as well in Union Burger Bar’s former location. The restaurant continues to offer an assortment of specialty gourmet burgers, fresh hand-cut fries, maniacal milkshakes & desserts and an elaborate craft beer and small batch bourbon selection. Restaurateur and owner Ian Duke with award-winning Executive Chef Scott Kampf are excited to continue bringing these culinary offerings to the year-round dining staple of Southampton, NY. With the reopening of Long Island after the COVID-19 Pandemic, they are encouraging reservations to reduce the possibi…

After a successful 2019 Summer season, the team from T-Bar Steak and Lounge have made their return to Southampton. Just like its sister restaurant on New York’s Upper East Side, T-Bar Southampton offers guests outstanding cuisine in a casual yet elegant space, and the outdoor terrace and garden make it the quintessential location for evening cocktails on those warm summer evenings.
The COVID-19 pandemic has created new challenges for restaurants, but T-Bar Southampton is ready to serve the best classic cuisines with a modern twist. T-Bar Southampton is following the strict CDC and Health department guidelines. To comply with these guidelines, T-Bar Southampton’s outside patio dining is adequately spaced to maintain social distancing, and for those still nervous going out to eat, T-Bar Southampton is also offering takeout options.
With Tony Fortuna, Derek Axelrod, and Executive Chef Segundo Pelaez leading the way, T-Bar Southampton builds on the well-earned reputation of its New York …

The family owned and operated French bistro, Demarchelier Restaurant, has arrived on the North Fork’s dining scene. The new incarnation of the Upper East Side classic is currently located at the AHEAD Americas 2020 Virtual Award-winning Menhaden Hotel in the charming Village of Greenport.
Led by siblings Emily and Benjamin Demarchelier, this restaurant is a family affair that builds on the legacy of the Demarchelier family’s eatery in New York. Serving traditional French fare, popular dishes include the steak tartare appetizer, and the duck a l’orange and moules mariniere entrées. The menu is paired perfectly with a wide range of predominantly French wines.
Since the original Demarchelier opened in 1978 it has worked to bring a little piece of France to New York. Every meal that leaves their kitchen expresses the soul of authentic French bistro fair. Demarchelier continues to be a family owned and family run restaurant. Their comfortable, colorful, warm, familial spirit makes them a …

The Hamptons has entered Phase 3 of reopening and that means there are summertime activities and treats at the Southampton Inn.
Phase 3, allows for indoor dining, boutique shopping, and cultural events to make a comeback. Pools are open, micro weddings and backyard gatherings can happen once again. So, whether you’re celebrating Independence Day, organizing a corporate picnic or putting together a picture-perfect micro-wedding, the Southampton Inn is your ideal getaway.
Since March, the Southampton Inn and its exemplary staff has been strictly following CDC sanitizing and disinfecting protocols. They have recently implemented a fascinating new technology, a mobile Ultratech UV/ozone light to sanitize guest rooms and public areas even more efficiently.
During your stay, be sure to visit Claude’s, the Southampton Inn’s signature restaurant, rain or shine. The indoor dining room has been expanded through the bar area and part of the ballroom, to allow extra space between tables for soci…

Nikki Walter
During these apocalyptic times, where dieting and exercise have been thrown to the wind-along comes savior Nikki Walter. The 40-year-old fitness enthusiast continues to put those half her age to shame, winning one bodybuilding competition after another. This Cheryl Tiegs lookalike, with long blond hair and big blue eyes, never stops working-beginning her day at 7 in the morning and concluding in the wee hours of the evening. Her single-minded focus is bringing health and well-being to others so they can move forward in their lives. While Nikki’s bright smile and enthusiastic demeanor radiate joy, Walter has experienced a fair amount of grief and tragedy that have helped her assist others with effective coping mechanisms-tools that are invaluable in the current environment.
Growing up in rural South Dakota, Nikki discovered her love for sports in junior high school, joining the running team and cheerleading squad, while attending weekly ballet classes. Tragedy struck …

Hampton Hills
The ideal family getaway awaits at the members only world-class Hampton Hills Golf and Country Club. Located only 90-minutes outside of New York City, in the Northwest corner of Westhampton Beach, NY on a 2,000-acre pine and oak tree preserve, Hampton Hills Golf and Country Club offers even more facilities for the family to enjoy.
Additional facilities include two tennis courts constructed with the well-regarded hardcourt surface, DecoTurf, which is specially selected for the Olympic Games and the U.S. Open Tennis Tournament. Play like a pro or learn the basics from a specialized tennis instructor offering members, of any skill level, and they also have private complimentary golf lessons for club members children. Completing the Hampton Hills family experience is the children’s playground designed with swing sets, slides, kids putting green and an outdoor patio.
At the end of the course, members can enjoy a casual meal outside on the patio or inside the spacious clubh…

The parties are on pause but quarantine hasn’t stopped the giving. Young philanthropist, activist and entrepreneur Elizabeth “Lizzie” Asher has announced the launch of her new non-profit The Cura Collective.
Founded by Lizzie and four close friends, the new virtual charitable organization, which aims to help communities rebuild in the wake of major disasters, is working to care for those who are on the front lines of caring for others during the Covid-19 pandemic.
“We are driven by a belief that the most powerful care is given by the people and communities around us,” says Lizzie. “That’s why it’s so important to be compassionate and donate resources during this difficult time.”
The Cura Collective has already come to the aid of medical professionals who are caring for the sick in New York City hospitals. Lizzie -- along with Mercedes de Guardiola, Casey Kohlberg, Laura Day-Webb and Nora Boyd – worked with local restaurants such as NoMad Kitchen and delivered meals to the ICUs at N…

During these heady times, where life's hardships abound, there is no better salve than the delicious chocolates of Maribel Lieberman. Maribel, hails from Honduras, where her early love for confections was evident as she began selling candies to her neighbors at the tender age of 8. However, living with her mother and grandmother, who were both seamstresses, led her to pursue a career in fashion-arriving in the US at 17 to attend Parsons School of Design. Lieberman felt unfulfilled leading her to search for meaning in the field of gourmet cuisine. Soon thereafter, she opened a store "Lunettes et Chocolat" in 2000 which combined her love for chocolate with her friend’s collection of eyeglasses under one roof. Alas Maribel had found her niche and struck out on her own in December 2001: renting a small gallery space in Soho that would continue to serve as her flagship for the subsequent 18 years.
MarieBelle New York, which is located at 484 Broome Street, continues to…

Since the beginning of his legal career and the inception of his law firm, Thomas J. Henry has supported national and international charitable causes with the desire of making his own success work to the benefit of his local, national, and global community. With the simple philosophy of “Give what you can, when you can,” Thomas J. Henry has provided financial support, resources, and volunteers to more than 100 unique non-profit events and organizations, touching tens of thousands of lives while also inspiring others to do the same.
Thomas J. Henry’s law firm, Thomas J. Henry Law, PLLC., has pursued the dual objectives of success and giving through a distinctive approach that places client satisfaction and employee growth at the forefront of the decision-making process. For Thomas J. Henry, serving clients goes beyond the courtroom - client service within the firm means ensuring they are receiving proper medical care, are being respected as individuals, and are able to focus on their …

American Humane, the country’s first national humane organization, today announced that renowned philanthropist Jean Shafiroff will serve as an ambassador and spokesperson for the Feed the Hungry fund.
“We are thrilled to have Jean as an ambassador for American Humane and our spokesperson for our critical Feed the Hungry fund,” said Dr. Robin Ganzert, president and CEO of American Humane. “With Jean by our side, I am confident we can provide more than one million meals to hungry animals in need across the country. Importantly, Jean will also help educate people about the need to make their pandemic pets permanent members of their family.”
American Humane launched its Feed the Hungry fund to feed and care for animals across the country who have been abandoned during the novel coronavirus crisis. Through its grant program to rescues and shelters the fund has served more than 345,000 meals to date.
“Animals have a special place in my heart, and I am saddened to see so many being abandon…

What are you afraid of? That’s the simple question being asked from the new upcoming series SCRAWL.
Production is announced today for the haunting new series from the minds of Award-Winning Filmmakers behind “The Samaritans” movie, Doug Bollinger ("Waltzing Anna", "Mail Order Bride"), Keith Collins ("The Evangelist") and Cory Green ("The Jersey Devil"). Fear can only be kept hidden away for so long. Eventually, it finds a way to crawl out of the story and into your mind.
SCRAWL tells the story of a struggling writer as he battles his insecurities, mental health, and inner demons as he desperately reaches for success. A stranger presents him with a dangerous opportunity to achieve fame and fortune. He makes a pact that may turn his dreams into realities. But what will this deal do to his nightmares?
STARRING: Doug Bollinger, Keith Collins, Gervase Peterson ("Survivor”), Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal (“Asia”, ”Guns N’ Roses”), Sarah Osman (HBO Ma…

Close your TD Bank accounts. This bank is a horror. I made a deposit of two checks almost two weeks ago and TD Bank put holds on them both, refuses to allow me access to my money, even know I contacted the people who wrote the checks and they said they were paid to TD Bank.
TD Bank has no customer service. Several phone calls for a total wait time of over 6 hours. You can call during the day or late at night, it does not matter. There is no customer service at TD Bank.
You know what are good businesses when something bad happens in our world and the company continues to service customers. TD Bank has failed and all their phone calls and their websites all blame Covid 19.  Sorry TD Bank, this is not a excuse. A company and especially a bank needs to be prepared in case of a emergency. For any emergency. 
During a pandemic companies need to step up to the plate and take care of their customers. TD Bank refuses. Endless calls, endless hours waiting to speak to someone and they still hav…

Sen. Chuck Schumer On The View
Sen. Chuck Schumer reacts to Pres. Trump saying he publicly he takes hydroxychloroquine, the racial disparities of COVID-19, and the firing of inspector general.
Sen. Schumer calls it “reckless” for Pres. Trump to say he is taking hydroxychloroquine, a drug the president has touted that’s unproven for COVID-19 treatment.
He adds, “Don’t take it. It doesn’t work. Talk to your doctor if you have symptoms.”
He tells us he understands the desire for Americans to return to work, but says, “If we move too quickly this could come back”: “If we don’t solve the health problem, we’re not going to solve the economic problem.”
Sen. Schumer calls Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ comments saying the state has succeeded in its fight against COVID-19 “premature.”
“To compare New York and Florida is sort of like apples and oranges,” he adds.
The Senate minority leader criticizes Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s response to the $3 trillion relief package the House pa…

Celebrities #PasstheMic To Experts On COVID-19 | ONE World
WASHINGTON  – The ONE Campaign, a global organization campaigning to end extreme poverty and preventable disease, today released a video announcing the launch of #PassTheMic, a campaign featuring global health, economic and policy experts, frontline workers and celebrities joining together to discuss the need for a global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The video launching the campaign features celebrities such as Penelope Cruz, Julia Roberts, Shailene Woodley and Rainn Wilson, and experts such as Ngozi Okonjo Iweala (Chair, Gavi Board and former Finance Minister of Nigeria), Jen Kates (Director of Global Health & HIV Policy, The Kaiser Family Foundation) and more.
Starting May 21, 2020 with Julia Roberts and Dr. Anthony Fauci and continuing for three weeks, celebrities will turn over their social media accounts and followers to frontline workers, health, economic and other experts. Experts will share their perspective…

Washington, DC-- In response to breaking news yesterday, that President Donald Trump, threatened to withhold federal funding from Nevada and Michigan after Michigan’s Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announced vote-by-mail plans, Executive Vice President for Policy and Program Marge Baker released the following statement:
“Trump’s outburst over vote-by-mail options in two states is more forewarning that he will stop at nothing to corrupt the presidential election. He is making a dangerous -- and potentially illegal move -- by threatening to withhold federal funds from states that are working to ensure that the American public can vote safely in the midst of a pandemic. Many states have previously mailed out such applications and Republican states have made similar decisions to mail out applications this year, so this is clearly a partisan attack on states led by Democratic governors and illustrates Trump’s familiar pattern of corrupt retribution and extortion. Trump’s threat underm…