The Way It Was for January 8, 2026
It happened here, news junkies.
Letters to the Editor for January 8, 2026
Paeans and pans, worries and wishes for the new year.
Dogma Threatens Children’s Lives
Science should drive medical decisions.
Lessons From Marsden Street
It is important to ask now how this clearing in Sag Harbor happened. One thing that could help prevent a similar outcome in the future is more village involvement.
The Mast-Head: Robots on Main
It is unlikely that East Hampton is going to have food delivered by robot any time soon, but I wouldn’t rule it out.
The Shipwreck Rose: I Call the House to Order
The front of my house is a disgrace.
Gristmill: When the Celts Were King
Reluctantly checking in with the new N.B.A.
Guestwords: We Cannot Ignore Politics
When we hear governments complain about violations of sovereignty, we must ask whose sovereignty is really being defended — and whose interests.
Big Bounce-Back for Boys Basketball
After starting 3-0 and winning the Kendall Madison Classic on Dec. 13, there was talk that the Bonackers could go undefeated this season. Then they dropped four straight. What happened?
Campsey Now Best in Bonac Wrestling History
Bronco Campsey, East Hampton’s star wrestler, is the first Bonacker to achieve 100 wins in almost 40 years, notching wins 100 through 103 in competition at Westhampton Beach last weekend.