An 'Advocate' For Gym Owners And Autism: Northport Local Hero

NORTHPORT, NY — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we're working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Nikolai Kozarowitzky, who nominated Steve Stone of Northport.

Name:
Steve Stone

State:
NY

Hometown:
Northport

Hero's job:
Gym owner

Relationship to nominee:
We worked together

Reason for recognition:
He is relentless in his pursuit to ensure gyms can reopen. He is an amazing father to his autistic daughter and for the cause.

One thing to know:
Advocate for gym owners who are not allowed to open* and an advocate for autism.

Thank you for all that you do, Steve!

>> Do you have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here. Read about other heroes from across New York here.

*Editor's note: Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday announced gyms can reopen as early as Aug. 24, though that could be delayed to Sept. 2 if local officials can't perform inspections. This local hero submission was sent Thursday prior to the announcement.