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Oliver Kirwan earned a Distinguished Military graduate degree from the University of South Carolina on May 6. He commissioned as a 2nd lieutenant t in the U.S. Army on May 3.

Oliver Kirwan earned a Distinguished Military graduate degree from the University of South Carolina on May 6. He commissioned as a 2nd lieutenant t in the U.S. Army on May 3.

Dawn Orban, head of Bright Beginnings, is retiring after 17 years of service. A farewell lunch was held for her at St Mark’s Church Parish Hall. From left, Louise Reeves, Sara McLaughlin, Max and Caitlyn Fehr, Dawn Orban, Fr. Chris Jubinski, Sandy Wyman and Diane Stewart. COURTESY TOM HADLOCK

Dawn Orban, head of Bright Beginnings, is retiring after 17 years of service. A farewell lunch was held for her at St Mark’s Church Parish Hall. From left, Louise Reeves, Sara McLaughlin, Max and Caitlyn Fehr, Dawn Orban, Fr. Chris Jubinski, Sandy Wyman and Diane Stewart. COURTESY TOM HADLOCK

In recognition of National Cancer Survivors Month, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Phillips Family Cancer Center hosted a celebration for survivors on June 1. Among those at the event were Dr. Edna Kapenhas, left, and Dr. Margarita Yarovikova. COURTESY STONY BROOK SOUTHAMPTON HOSPITAL

In recognition of National Cancer Survivors Month, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Phillips Family Cancer Center hosted a celebration for survivors on June 1. Among those at the event were Dr. Edna Kapenhas, left, and Dr. Margarita Yarovikova. COURTESY STONY BROOK SOUTHAMPTON HOSPITAL

In recognition of National Cancer Survivors Month, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Phillips Family Cancer Center hosted a celebration for survivors on June 1. Jodi Wasserman and Chuck MacWhinnie received awards at the event. COURTESY STONY BROOK SOUTHAMPTON HOSPITAL

In recognition of National Cancer Survivors Month, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Phillips Family Cancer Center hosted a celebration for survivors on June 1. Jodi Wasserman and Chuck MacWhinnie received awards at the event. COURTESY STONY BROOK SOUTHAMPTON HOSPITAL

Keith Pattiz and Jill Scheuer at The Clubhouse in East Hampton on Saturday at

Keith Pattiz and Jill Scheuer at The Clubhouse in East Hampton on Saturday at "Making Waves," celebrating the life and efforts of reproductive rights activist Robin Chandler Duke. Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic honored her posthumously with their "Peconic Legacy Award." RICHARD LEWIN

Will Mayer and Alyssa Bonnano at The Clubhouse in East Hampton on Saturday at

Will Mayer and Alyssa Bonnano at The Clubhouse in East Hampton on Saturday at "Making Waves," celebrating the life and efforts of reproductive rights activist Robin Chandler Duke. Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic honored her posthumously with their "Peconic Legacy Award." RICHARD LEWIN

Biddle Duke, son Robin Chandler Duke, with Mrs.Duke's, Granddaughter and event speaker Maggie Valiunas, at The Clubhouse in East Hampton on Saturday at

Biddle Duke, son Robin Chandler Duke, with Mrs.Duke's, Granddaughter and event speaker Maggie Valiunas, at The Clubhouse in East Hampton on Saturday at "Making Waves," celebrating the life and efforts of reproductive rights activist Robin Chandler Duke. Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic honored her posthumously with their "Peconic Legacy Award." RICHARD LEWIN

Wilma and Ron Jackson at The Clubhouse in East Hampton on Saturday at

Wilma and Ron Jackson at The Clubhouse in East Hampton on Saturday at "Making Waves," celebrating the life and efforts of reproductive rights activist Robin Chandler Duke. Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic honored her posthumously with their "Peconic Legacy Award." RICHARD LEWIN

Cathy Hartman, Mary Slattery and Helen Cleland at The Clubhouse in East Hampton on Saturday at

Cathy Hartman, Mary Slattery and Helen Cleland at The Clubhouse in East Hampton on Saturday at "Making Waves," celebrating the life and efforts of reproductive rights activist Robin Chandler Duke. Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic honored her posthumously with their "Peconic Legacy Award." RICHARD LEWIN

Wilma and Ron Jackson at The Clubhouse in East Hampton on Saturday at

Wilma and Ron Jackson at The Clubhouse in East Hampton on Saturday at "Making Waves," celebrating the life and efforts of reproductive rights activist Robin Chandler Duke. Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic honored her posthumously with their "Peconic Legacy Award." RICHARD LEWIN

Cathy Hartman, Mary Slattery and Helen Cleland at The Clubhouse in East Hampton on Saturday at

Cathy Hartman, Mary Slattery and Helen Cleland at The Clubhouse in East Hampton on Saturday at "Making Waves," celebrating the life and efforts of reproductive rights activist Robin Chandler Duke. Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic honored her posthumously with their "Peconic Legacy Award." RICHARD LEWIN

Jason Amis with Carrie Rebora Barratt at LongHouse Reserve in in East Hampton on Sunday for an interpretive dance performance by Lori Belilove and her Isadora Duncan Dance Company. RICHARD LEWIN

Jason Amis with Carrie Rebora Barratt at LongHouse Reserve in in East Hampton on Sunday for an interpretive dance performance by Lori Belilove and her Isadora Duncan Dance Company. RICHARD LEWIN

Lori Belilove and her Isadora Duncan Dance Company perform at LongHouse Reserve on Sunday. RICHARD LEWIN

Lori Belilove and her Isadora Duncan Dance Company perform at LongHouse Reserve on Sunday. RICHARD LEWIN

Biddle Duke, son of Robin Chandler Duke, with Mrs. Duke's, Granddaughter and event speaker Maggie Valiunas, at The Clubhouse in East Hampton on Saturday at

Biddle Duke, son of Robin Chandler Duke, with Mrs. Duke's, Granddaughter and event speaker Maggie Valiunas, at The Clubhouse in East Hampton on Saturday at "Making Waves," celebrating the life and efforts of reproductive rights activist Robin Chandler Duke. Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic honored her posthumously with their "Peconic Legacy Award." RICHARD LEWIN

Crossfit 11968 held its annual MURPH challenge fundraiser over Memorial Day weekend, which raised $1000 that will be donated to The Murph Foundation, in memory of Lt. Michael J Murphy of Patchogue, a Navy Seal who gave his life in service of his country. Coach Ralph Ruiz led the effort. COURTESY CROSSFIT 11968

Crossfit 11968 held its annual MURPH challenge fundraiser over Memorial Day weekend, which raised $1000 that will be donated to The Murph Foundation, in memory of Lt. Michael J Murphy of Patchogue, a Navy Seal who gave his life in service of his country. Coach Ralph Ruiz led the effort. COURTESY CROSSFIT 11968

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