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Freeport Herald 08-17-2023

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Vol. 88 No. 34

AUGUST 17 - 23, 2023

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The Freeport Canoe Race creates waves By MoHAMED FARGHAlY mfarghaly@liherald.com

Tim Baker/Herald

Robbie Jackson and Tony Jackson, father and son from Freeport on the water during this year’s 48th annual Great Freeport Canoe Race.

The town of Freeport was a hive of activity on August 6, as residents and visitors gathered at Cow Meadow Park, to enjoy the eagerly awaited 48th annual Great Freeport Canoe Race. This cherished event, renowned for its fusion of camaraderie, competition, and aquatic adventure, saw enthusiastic participants embarking on thrilling races aboard two-person canoes. With skillful strokes and strategic maneuvers, competitors navigated through the water. Whether seasoned canoeing participants seeking a competition or novices looking to relish on the waterfront, the event provided an unforgettable experience for all. The 48th iteration of the Great Freeport Canoe Race witnessed a departure from tradition, finding its new home for a second year at the scenic Cow MeadConTinued on paGe 6

Veterans rally around Horst Kraeling’s legacy By MoHAMED FARGHAlY & MACK olMSTEAD of the Freeport Herald

Mitchell Kraeling, son of the late Horst Kraeling, has given new life to a cherished tradition by resurrecting the Horst Kraeling Veterans Clam Bake, an event created by his father in the 1980s. The long-awaited gathering, which hadn’t taken place for over two decades until July 30, proved to be a resounding success. Attendees were treated to a sumptuous spread of food, live music, and a variety of activities. Most significantly, the event’s proceeds were dedi-

cated to supporting charitable organizations focused on veterans’ well-being. Inspired by his father’s legacy, Mitchell Kraeling established an organization named Freeport for Veterans, which is committed to helping local veterans in a variety of ways. Its board of directors comprises Kraeling, Ben Jackson, Susan Lyons, Bill Murphy, Jennifer Jerome and John Hrvatian. The clambake, at which hundreds enjoyed clams, clam chowder, hot dogs, chicken and beer, raised around $10,000 for local veterans’ groups. “All the money is going to veterans,” Jackson, the Free-

port Chamber of Commerce said. “Everything was donated, so every penny will go to them. We started this organization Freeport for Veterans because we’re honoring Horst Kraeling, who used to do this event many ye a r s a g o. T h i s c o u n t r y wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for veterans. You know, these guys put their lives on the line for our country. And they deserve t o b e re c o g n i z e d — t h e y deserve to be given back. There are a lot of veterans who are suffering for many reasons. They need the appreciation. That’s the way we looked at it.” Dan Rosato, a Marine Corps veteran who volunteered at the

event, shared his sentiments about Kraeling. “The guy was just an amazing human being,” Rosato said. “It’s just amazing. I mean, we should all learn from him. He loved American freedom, and that’s what this is all about. Everyone is supposed to have freedom rights in this country. He came here and he served his

country proud for decades. Then he got sick and passed away. But he set a precedent for us, and we will always carry on. I mean, this event is what he was about. It was about community freedom and the whole American dream.” Expressing his gratitude for the meticulously orchestrated ConTinued on paGe 19


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