Local businesses giving back to first responders battling End East fires

News 12’s Jenn Seelig was in Aquebogue with how local businesses are giving back to help.

News 12 Staff

Mar 10, 2025, 10:31 AM

Updated 30 days ago

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Several businesses in Suffolk County are giving back to help and thank the first responders after this weekend’s fires.
Meeting House Deli in Aquebogue donated over 50 meals to first responders and members of the American Red Cross.
Hampton Coffee offered first responders free coffee and muffins. The offer is available at any Hampton Coffee. There are several locations on the East End, including Westhampton Beach and Southampton.
Harv’s Pizza & Dogs in Westhampton Beach donated food trays to first responders.
Cow Palace Butcher Shop in Rocky Point is thanking our local volunteer heroes. This week through March 16, the business is offering first responders a 25% discount on all store items. You must show your badge.
"It's a different feeling when it hits close to home," said Charlene Evers, co-owner of the Meeting House Deli in Aquebogue. The deli donated over 50 meals to the American Red Cross. "We're together through thick and thin, but we step up when something is happening."
Tonino's Pizza and Restaurant in Westhampton Beach donated over 100 pies and food to responding fire departments over the weekend. "We had Brentwood call, and they ordered some food. Quogue, Westhampton Beach Fire Department called up and ordered some food – it didn't feel right charging, so I just didn't charge," said Anthony Intravaia, President of Tonino's Pizza and Restaurant.