John J. Dworsak
John J. Dworsak of Springs died on Saturday at the Brookhaven Health Care Facility in East Patchogue. He was 78. An obituary will appear in a future issue.
Audit Gives East Hampton Town High Marks
An auditor's report for the year 2020 pronounced East Hampton Town's financial statements fairly presented and in accordance with the applicable financial reporting framework, the town board was told this week, with no instances of noncompliance, nor deficiencies or material weaknesses disclosed during an audit that was conducted in the spring.
To Hash Out Fate of East Hampton Airport
Following another East Hampton Town Board discussion of a "re-envisioning" of East Hampton Airport on Tuesday, analysis and discussion will continue with four public workshops in September.
State Says No to Wind Farm Challenge
The New York State Public Service Commission has denied petitions to reconsider its March order granting the South Fork Wind Farm a certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need, one of several requirements for its construction and operation.
Census Shows a South Fork Population Explosion
Between 2010 and 2020, the population of East Hampton Town grew 32.3 percent, and of Southampton Town 21.6 percent, according to data released by the United States Census Bureau last Thursday.
Turkey Spotters Wanted
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is encouraging New Yorkers to take part in the annual survey of the state's numerous wild turkeys.
What White House Friends Are For
Surprisingly little ink has been spent on the personal friends presidents may rely on for savvy, unselfish counsel that can impact policy, the nation, and the world. Gary Ginsberg rectifies that with “First Friends.”
Sag Harbor, Mashashimuet Park Reach School Sports Agreement
The Sag Harbor School District and Mashashimuet Park appear to have settled their differences on the use of park facilities for student-athletes, reaching a tentative agreement on Friday that will ultimately have to be approved by both the school board and district voters.
Stony Brook Southampton Updates Hospital Visitation Policy
The hospital said in an announcement that the recent increased rate of transmission of Covid-19 has caused it to look at this matter with the safety of its patients and their loved ones, and employees, in mind. Since Aug. 9, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there has been an average of just over 363 new cases per day in Suffolk County.
Frederic Tuten: Pen to Paper, Brush to Canvas
While going on to write five novels, a book of short stories, and a memoir of his early life, Frederic Tuten never lost his passion for the visual arts. It wasn't until he was 60, though, that he picked up some colored pencils and began once more to draw.