Eye for the Zeitgeist
In Laurie Gelman’s latest, Jen Dixon, spin-class leader and matchmaker, parent and power emailer, is back to face down her domestic and school fund-raising challenges with a sly wit.
The Music Scene 07.29.21
It's a jazz explosion, with concerts across the East End, plus Hopefully Forgiven at Sag Pizza, Inda Eaton at East Hampton's Main Beach, and Billy Bob Thornton at the Talkhouse.
News for Foodies 07.29.21
Bangkok street food is now available from a pop-up restaurant at East Hampton's Clubhouse.
Covid Vaccinations on Wednesday in Springs — Vacunas contra Covid-19 este miércoles en Springs
There will be a pop-up Pfizer vaccination clinic on Wednesday at the Springs Presbyterian Church, 5 Old Stone Highway, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Shots will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
South Fork Commuter Connection to Return
After the Covid-19 pandemic halted the South Fork Commuter Connection — just as it was gaining significant momentum as a viable transportation option for local workers — state officials on Monday announced the service will return in the fall.
Water Report: 11 Test Sites Had High Bacteria Levels
Eleven of the 27 water bodies Concerned Citizens of Montauk tested in Montauk, Amagansett, Springs, and East Hampton last week contained high levels of the enterococcus bacteria; an additional two water bodies were found to have medium levels. Extremely high levels were found at East Creek and the culvert off Benson Drive, both on Lake Montauk, and by the Springs General Store in Accabonac Harbor
Police Seek Information on July 12 Attack in Amagansett
Kenneth Kalbacher of East Hampton was attacked by four men in the parking lot of Amagansett Square, leaving him with a fractured orbital eye socket and broken nose, said police. They were still looking for the assailants earlier this week.
Effort to Help Springs Family Displaced by Fire
A fire in Springs on Tuesday morning left a family with neither a home nor belongings, according to a GoFundMe page set up to help them get back on their feet.
The Outdoor Agenda 07.23.21
Meditation, a pond exploration, hiking, and historical walking tours are on the outdoors agenda in the coming weeks.
Train Strikes Pedestrian in Bridgehampton Thursday
A westbound Long Island Rail Road train struck a pedestrian on the tracks near the Bridgehampton station around noon on Thursday, according to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police and the Southampton Town Police Department.