As the highest rank offered by Scouts BSA, formerly known as the Boy Scouts, Eagle Scouts are expected to be leaders and role models for younger scouts. Among those who have achieved this rank is Ben Halsey, a Southampton resident who recently completed his Eagle Scout service project. A member of Troop 58, Halsey, 18, built a little free library at the Southampton train station, where passersby can take and leave books. As an avid ...
Editorials
This Memorial Day, as we honor those who sacrificed all for the country, it’s also important to take stock of how well the nation cares...
Letters
No WhistleblowerRegarding The Southampton Press’s recent acknowledgment that Jose Reyes was a fictitious person whose Letters to the Editor were published in error, and contrary to internal vetting protocols: I say he or she is no “whistleblower.” The barrage of letters (which have since been scrubbed from the internet) were sent by someone who clearly had an ax to grind. They targeted specific individuals, with an intent to destroy reputations and impact elections. They seemed to stem from a longstanding personal...
Baseless GossipLet me be clear: I am not seeking and would not accept an appointment to the vacant Southampton Village Board seat if Trustee Ed Simioni wins the mayoral election. This false rumor being spread by Bill Manger — that Simioni will appoint me — is 100 percent untrue. The fact that Bill is focused on pushing baseless gossip rather than his own record says it all. Instead of distracting residents, he should be answering real questions. Why didn’t he inform...
The Southampton/Pierson girls golf team is back-to-back Section XI Champion. The Mariners secured their second ....
Read More Southampton SportsDuring her four years at East Hampton High School, Bella Tarbet never once touched the ...
Read More East Hampton SportsThe South Fork Boys Lacrosse Team’s season might not have ended as planned, but the ...
Read More Sag Harbor SportsIn 2022, a new music festival came to town and set up shop on the East End with an ambitious mission…
