State legislation expanding protections in domestic violence cases in criminal and family court to include all family and household members was commended by officials at The Retreat, which provides safety, shelter and support for victims of domestic abuse on the South Fork. Governor Kathy Hochul on November 25 signed “Melanie’s Law,” under which all family and household members are afforded the same process in court as the person who is or was in an intimate ...
Editorials
We are thankful for the ocean, so near to us here on the South Fork, and the serenity of nature surrounding us. Every year, people...
Letters
Labor of LoveRepresenting the East End in the New York State Assembly for almost 30 years has been an honor and a privilege. Nothing has been a greater source of pride for me than to represent my hometown of Sag Harbor, where I have lived my entire life. I have spoken frequently about Sag Harbor and all the things that make it so special. At the top of the list are the people who live here who have been devoted to protecting...
Where and HowIn 2015, the Suffolk County Department of Health was directed by the County Legislature (Resolution 245-2015) to inspect groundwater quality at the Sand Land mine operations. The study was delayed when the owner of Sand Land mine “refused to provide access, forcing the department to obtain a court order to move forward.” In the words of then Suffolk County legislator, Bridget Fleming: “The evidence shows significant negative groundwater impacts from the waste management activities occurring at the site, including manganese...
After a rough game against Mattituck, Southampton varsity baseball head coach Zach Epley went out ....
Read More Southampton SportsThe 48th annual Montauk Run for Fun Turkey Trot will be held, as always, on ...
Read More East Hampton SportsPenelope Greene is now a two-time NCAA Division III All-American after the 2021 Pierson graduate ...
Read More Sag Harbor SportsThis year marks the 17th annual Hamptons Doc Fest in Sag Harbor and from December 5 to 11, a total…
