ICYMI: Toilet Paper Sold W/ Sandwiches At Huntington Deli

HUNTINGTON, NY — A Huntington delicatessen is serving up more than just traditional sandwiches as the new coronavirus spreads and people across Long Island struggle to find everyday household goods. In a sure sign of the times, customers can head to Blue Line Deli & Bagels for toilet paper, bottles of water and paper towels — and perhaps buy lunch while they're at it.

Donald Rosner, 38, who owns the deli at 719 W. Jericho Turnpike, knew there was a problem when he took a trip to King Kullen a week ago to buy store supplies and was met with empty shelves.

"They had nothing," Rosner told Patch. "Having two kids at home, if I wasn't able to get toilet paper, that'd be a massive problem for me."

Rosner found he was still able to procure goods for his deli through a longtime supplier during his time working for Bagel Boss, a franchise his family is still very much involved with. Hoping to help others find supplies, Rosner decided to start selling them at the same price he pays his supplier.

"We've been offering at cost for people in the neighborhood and trying to help out, because I can't stand people who gouge prices," he said. "When there's a crisis, people need help; they don't need to get their wallets stolen from them."

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