Only developers with tricky financing and free New York State money would propose this “ghetto” project as a solution to workforce housing [“Questions For Sag Harbor Village Board On Development Proposals At Tuesday’s Meeting,” 27east.com, August 10]. Over a flood zone. On a toxic gas-effusing lot. In an already congested hotel, restaurant, condo area — and then there is the fragile sewer system.
No genuine planner would ever imagine this quick-build/quick-cash idea that needs to be put to its end ASAP. Even the discussions are repulsive.
As a Bridge Street resident for 40 years, I ask: Adam Potter and Stephen Ross, are you trying to wreck what’s left of Sag Harbor?
Julie Moses
Sag Harbor
Invest in TeachersIt has come to my attention the possibility of losing great teachers at the end of the school year [“Teachers and Parents Speak Out About Elementary Position Cuts in Adopted Westhampton Beach Budget,” 27east.com, April 17]. Teachers like Miss Gomez...
Oceans of Hope Gala Set for May 3The New York Marine Rescue Center will hold its annual Oceans of Hope Gala on Friday, May 3, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Long Island Aquarium. This year’s honoree is John v.H. Halsey, president of the Peconic Land...
New Fundraising Initiative Launched by i-triThe community-based program i-tri, which fosters self-respect, personal empowerment, self-confidence, positive body image and healthy lifestyle choices for middle school-aged girls, has announced “Help Her Cross the Finish Line,” a spring fundraising campaign that recently kicked off at the group’s...
John Calum Herdson of Southampton Dies April 5John Calum Herdson of Southampton died on April 5 following a battle with glioblastoma. He was 75. He was born on February 19, 1949, in Queens, to Betty and Malcolm Herdson. The family lived in Southampton, where he graduated from...
VIEWPOINT: Life’s Quiet WondersBy Roger Rosenblatt The solar eclipse, as advertised, was something to see, or partially to see, depending on where one stood. What is less observable yet just as remarkable is the way we apprehend such phenomena, the state of wonder...
Welker Honors Perez for Work With OLAAt the April 9 meeting of the Suffolk County Legislature, all 18 legislators celebrated their respective nominees honoring Champions of Diversity Month in Suffolk County. Among them was Minerva Perez, executive director of the Organización Latino Americana of Eastern Long...
Call for Memories of ‘Uncle Fred’The Water Mill Museum invites anyone who may have met, known or interacted with Fred Benedict (1860-1952) of Water Mill to please share their memories with the museum. “Uncle Fred” was a beloved member of the local community, and “Uncle...
Animal Shelter To Host Open HouseThe Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation will hold an open house to mark National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day on Tuesday, April 30, from 2 to 6 p.m. The shelter is located at 102 Old Riverhead Road West in Hampton Bays....
Two East End Students Honored by Suffolk Community CollegeTwo East End residents have been honored by Suffolk County Community College for their academic achievements by three prestigious organizations that recognize academic achievement, excellence and leadership. They are among nine students who earned similar honors. “We take immense pride...
