The Great Bonac Footrace will be held on Monday, September 6, beginning and ending at the Springs Firehouse. You can register the day of the race starting at 7:30 a.m.... more
SantaFest is returning to the Village of East Hampton on Friday and Saturday, December 5 and 6. Emmett the Elf will be the event’s mascot, which is organized by the East Hampton Village Foundation. “SantaFest is one of the most cherished traditions in East Hampton Village. It brings our community together in a way that truly captures the spirit of the season — families gathering, local businesses shining and the entire Village filled with holiday energy. We look forward to welcoming everyone for a weekend of celebration and joy,” said Mayor Jerry Larsen, in a press release. SantaFest starts Friday ...
by Staff Writer
Hamptons Doc Fest education director Anita Boyer has announced the winners of its second annual “Hometown Heroes” documentary short film competition, where middle and high school students on the East End were invited to create a documentary short film honoring the local everyday heroes who have made a significant impact on their lives or their local community. Jackson Rohrer took first place, earning a $300 scholarship. He is a junior at the Shelter Island School and his winning film is “The Lifeline of Shelter Island — Cliff Clark.” Second place and a $200 scholarship went to Springs School eighth-grader Francisco ...
21 Nov 2025 by Staff Writer
The East Hampton High School’s Interact Club is will again hold its Big Brothers Big Sisters Clothing Drive, an annual effort supporting young people in need across Long Island. According to Michael Ponella, the Interact Club Advisor, one of the main goals of the drive is “to bring awareness to those in need of living essentials here on Long Island.” The drive is held during the Thanksgiving season to inspire gratitude and to encourage students to think about those who may be less fortunate. Ponella explained, “I think it is important for the school community to have this awareness and ...
by Melanie Vizcaino
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on Aug 31, 2010