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Coecles Harbor Marina and Boatyard announced that David Doody joined the team as service manager.

“CHMB is thrilled to have someone of David’s experience and reputation join our team in a management role. He will be a huge asset in our never-ending effort to be the best we can be,” John Needham, president and co-owner with brother Peter Needham, said in a statement.

Coecles is a full-service facility in Coecles Harbor on Shelter Island, N.Y. The boatbuilding division, CH Marine, is the builder of the Shelter Island 30 and 38 Runabouts, as well as custom designs.

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