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"Both Chris and Frank represent unconditional support for all Veterans and have dedicated their lives to help those who are less fortunate," explained Alex Rohman. "They are true American heroes."

Former New York Yankees manager and current MLB Chief Baseball Officer, Joe Torre, will throw out the first ball of the 2016 game and former New York Mets pitcher John Franco will participate in this year's game.

"Our guests rave about the mattress all the time," shared Jayma Cardoso.

"Every year, Ellen's run gets bigger and better," noted Julie Ratner, Ed.D., Co-Founder of The Ellen Hermanson Foundation. "And this year is no different."

"I feel honored to give these precious animals, who would otherwise not stand a chance, the wonderful lives that they deserve with people who cherish them," Montak expressed.

"With the continuing high incidence of these tick-borne illnesses, we need to work to eradicate the diseases and end the transmission to individuals," Senator LaValle said. "Southampton Hospital's Tick-Borne Disease Resource Center has led the way in educational outreach for the public on both the North and South Fork."

"This new bill is going to save wives, mothers, daughters, sisters. With all cancer, early detection is key and if we can take away every barrier, then we're doing a fabulous job," said Susie Roden of the Coalition for Women's Cancers at Southampton Hospital.

"Sag Harbor Village and Sag Harbor School District both requires special state legislation this year to address local issues," recognizes Assemblyman Fred Thiele.

"We believe that by enhancing the understanding of the mental health issues that some of our veterans endure, such a close knit community as Montauk- which is already a huge supporter of veterans- would be able to facilitate help among the local support channels in the Hamptons," said Everett Weston.

"The Greenery Scenery Benefit is a wonderful Montauk tradition," said Montauk Village President, Nancy Keeshan. "Each summer the MVA holds this event to raise money for our village beautification program."