Peter Judge, part of committee to remove invasive species at Long Island lake

Brightwaters, N.Y.: Brightwaters resident Peter Judge points out remnants of multiflora rose, an invasive plant found around Lagoon Lake in Brightwaters, New York on January 4, 2025. Judge is spearheading a committee that will oversee the removal of invasive species from around the lake and replace them with native species. In addition, some of the grassy areas around the lake will be replaced by rain gardens. (Photo by Steve Pfost/Newsday RM via Getty Images)