Still Seeking a Gun Club Shutdown
Justice allows surveyors to enter the Maidstone Gun Club, while the club’s president says it’s “in good shape to open.”
Letters to the Editor for August 7, 2025
Complaints, concerns, and commendations from the Star mailbag.
Maureen Dowd: Interesting Times
Maureen Dowd, a Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist, discusses not only her new book, "Notorious: Portraits of Stars From Hollywood, Culture, Fashion, and Tech," but also the current state of politics and power in America in advance of her appearance at Authors Night at Herrick Park on Saturday.
Dancing Under the Stars
The Hamptons Dance Project will return to Fireplace Lodge in Springs for three performances featuring renowned choreographers and dancers.
Jazz, Sculpture, Books, Pinch Pots
A busy week at The Church will include a jazz concert, a remarkable piece of sculpture, a fashion-focused book talk, and a pinch pot workshop.
Roman Roth at Wainscott Main
Roman Roth, partner and winemaker at Wolffer Estate Vineyard, will lead a free wine tasting at Wainscott Main Wine and Spirits.
Money for Wastewater
Newly budgeted state money for water quality upgrades is welcome news. With caveats.
The Mast-Head: Shade Tree Mechanics
With help from YouTube, I solve problems with my Toyota Tundra myself, albeit very, very slowly.
The Shipwreck Rose: Comforters
Decorating a bedroom is one of the pleasanter chores of parenthood, and it occurs to me this is probably the last time I’ll have the privilege.
Gristmill: Dylan at the Beach
A fine, if pricey, time at the redone Jones Beach Theater in Wantagh.