Politics & Government

Town Salutes Korean War's End

News from around the Town of Huntington.

More than 450 people came out Friday to mark the 60th anniversary of the armistice that ended  the Korean War.

Hyung-gil Kim, the vice consul general from the South Korean consulate in New York City, noted thanked the American troops who served in the war and whose efforts  allowed him to grow up in a free and democratic society whose economy
had become the 12th largest in the world.

“I want you to know, and I want you to be proud of the fact that I was born and educated in a free democratic country, and I am here and I can be here with you because of the sacrifices 60 years ago,” he said. “Korean War veterans, I owe you much, you are my heroes.”  

  Supervisor Petrone and Council Members Mark Cuthbertson,  Susan A. Berland and Mark Mayoka all noted the importance of remembering what has been termed The Forgotten  War and the sacrifices by those who served.

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Canon Celebrates New Headquarters

Calling it a “monumental step” in the company’s history, Canon
U.S.A. officially opened its Americas Headquarters in Melville recently.

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"The official opening of the Canon Americas Headquarters is an exciting time for our company and we are grateful for all of the local support we have received along the way," said Joe Adachi, president and CEO of Canon U.S.A. "Canon's dedication to the environment and the community is an integral part of our corporate culture. The headquarters, which is designed to meet LEED gold certification, will serve as a symbol of this commitment."


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