Zeldin Travels With Obama To Israel For Peres Funeral
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Lee Zeldin
Lee Zeldin
Michael Wright on Sep 30, 2016
U.S. Representative Lee Zeldin traveled with President Barack Obama to Israel for the funeral of former Israeli President and Prime Minister Shimon Peres on Friday. Mr. Zeldin, the only Jewish... more
There’ll be a question for voters on the election ballot in November on whether the terms should be extended, from the present two years to four, for the 18 members of the Suffolk County Legislature, of which most of the major government officials in Suffolk County in the last five decades have been members. One was Republican John V. N. Klein of Smithtown, the first presiding officer of the legislature. He brought continuity between it and the centuries-old Suffolk County Board of Supervisors when the legislature replaced the board in 1970 as the county’s governing body. It was determined in ...
9 Sep 2025 by Karl Grossman
A heron departing the wetlands flies up and across the morning sun. With each wingbeat it grows closer to silhouette: white, then silver, then black. Then the bird has risen directly into the sun’s path, and you must drop your watch of this or be blinded. You close your eyes to recover. September — they say summer is over. That position does not give summer much credit. How could she just end? Something so vibrant and desirably warm, the season of fruit, green grass and fresh vegetables, does not die in a day. September is the culmination of summer, the ...
by Marilee Foster
2025 is what political pundits call an “off-year” election: There is no election for president or governor. It is the most local of the four-year election cycle, with only local town and county races on the ballot. Yet, just 100 miles to our west is a high-profile election to choose the next mayor of New York. It has drawn national attention since an unknown state assemblyman turned the political world upside down by winning the Democratic primary. His name is Zohran Mamdani. Why was this a political earthquake? Well, first of all, he is an avowed Democratic Socialist who, just ...
8 Sep 2025 by FRED THIELE
On Thursday, October 23, from 5 to 7 p.m., The Church in Sag Harbor will welcome East End educators and school leaders for a special Open House dedicated to expanding arts enrichment in local schools. This free event is an opportunity to learn about existing arts programming available to students and schools, as well as details on how to apply for The Church’s new Arts, Creativity, and Education Pilot Program for the 2025–26 school year. Through this initiative, five selected applicants will receive a $5,000 budget each to support a yearlong arts education partnership with The Church. Throughout the evening, ...
by Staff Writer
Sag Harbor Cinema continues its commitment to mental health awareness through The Lighthouse Project, a year-round film and discussion series designed to spark meaningful conversations within the community. On Sunday, September 14, at 11 a.m. the series returns with a free public event focusing on a topic that resonates deeply with many families: adolescent anxiety in the age of social media. The morning will begin with a screening of two films that examine the emotional landscape of today’s teenagers. The first is Bo Burnham’s critically acclaimed 2018 feature, “Eighth Grade,” which follows a 13-year-old girl as she navigates the last ...
by Staff Writer
Supporters of The Retreat will tee off for a meaningful cause on Monday, September 22, during the organization’s annual Golf Outing at the Noyac Golf Club in Sag Harbor. The day begins at 11 a.m. with registration and a relaxed lunch before players head out for a noon shotgun start on the stunning 144-acre course. Designed by Ross Forbes, the club offers a scenic and challenging layout of rolling parkland that promises an enjoyable experience for golfers of all skill levels. After the tournament, guests will gather at the clubhouse for an evening of celebration, featuring cocktails and appetizers, followed ...
by Staff Writer
The North Sea Maritime Center invites the community to celebrate and support local maritime heritage at its first-ever Boathouse Bash on Saturday, September 27, from 6 to 9 p.m. Held at a private residence in Water Mill, the evening will raise funds for the restoration of the historic Tupper Boathouse — a key piece of East End waterfront history. Guests will enjoy live music by The Surfcasters and a curated menu featuring crowd favorites like lobster rolls, sliders, burrata, tuna tartare, and mini desserts. The event will also feature an art and gold auction, offering attendees a chance to bid ...
by Staff Writer
The Town of Southampton is now accepting applications for its 2026 Community Service Grants, offering financial support to certified 501(c) nonprofit organizations that provide essential services to residents across the town. These grants are available in several key areas, including human services, cultural arts and recreation, hamlet services, and community programs. Human services grants are designed to assist organizations that offer social and financial support, such as counseling, psychotherapy, health care, childcare, and educational programs. Cultural arts and recreation grants help groups that present visual and performing arts or organize recreational activities. Hamlet services grants target organizations providing services directly ...
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Michael Wright on Sep 30, 2016