Business

Long Island may lose up to 375,000 jobs and nearly $61 billion in economic activity this year because of the pandemic, according to a study commissioned by Suffolk and Nassau Counties. During the first two months of the pandemic, 270,000 residents lost their jobs. It was the highest rate of job losses in the country at the time.

These prices have been calculated from the county transfer tax. Unless otherwise noted, the parcels contain structures.

These prices have been calculated from the county transfer tax. Unless otherwise noted, the parcels contain structures.

At the onset of the pandemic in early spring, a mad dash of New York City residents seeking an East End refuge led to a surge in rentals, which depleted inventory of all but the most expensive properties. Given what landlords were asking per month, people began to think, "For that money I could carry this house for a year. . . . When we hit that tipping point, the flood gates opened."

These prices have been calculated from the county transfer tax. Unless otherwise noted, the parcels contain structures.

Inspired by similar operations across the country, and empowered by rules that say Native American communities can grow hemp, Shinnecock Hemp has begun cultivating the plant.

The Surf Lodge in Montauk will reopen, for hotel guests only, on Wednesday, with contactless check-in, a virtual concierge, in-room wellness classes, pre-bottled cocktails, and other Covid-mindful protocols.

Restaurants are allowed to welcome guests indoors now that Long Island has entered phase three of reopening as of Wednesday, but because of safety concerns, several East End eateries are opting to stick with outdoor dining and takeout instead.

These prices have been calculated from the county transfer tax. Unless otherwise noted, the parcels contain structures.

A medical practice opens in Amagansett and Southampton, and there's a new line of bath bombs and salts.

After getting permission for outdoor dining from state and local officials, East End restaurants are finding creative ways to make room for as many customers as possible this summer.

The Independent and Dan’s Papers merge, as do the real estate firms Halstead and Brown Harris Stevens.