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Festivities for Frazer

Frazer Dougherty, who launched LTV out of his garage in 1984, will be celebrated at LTV’s vast studio complex in Wainscott, where the recently deceased co-founder’s vision has been fully realized.

Bits and Pieces 01.11.24

Auditions announced for the Choral Society of the Hamptons and the Hampton Theatre Company, a violin virtuoso will play with Nancy Atlas at Bay Street, the horticultural alliance will focus on New Perennials, LongHouse is now open on winter weekends, and a film program at the Southampton Cultural Center.

The Art Scene 01.11.24

Group shows of East End artists are at Ellie Duke’s “Soft House,” Kathryn Markel Fine Arts, and 4 North Main Street in Southampton, while Grenning Gallery is featuring floral art and Eric Firestone is celebrating Godzilla: Asian American Arts Network, which was active from 1990 to 2001.

Planning Board Member Tapped for East Hampton Town Councilman

Ian Calder-Piedmonte, vice chairman of the East Hampton Town Planning Board, liaison to the town’s agricultural advisory committee, and a co-owner of Balsam Farms in East Hampton and Amagansett, has been appointed to fill the seat on the town board that was vacated by Councilwoman Kathee Burke-Gonzalez when she became supervisor at the start of this year.

A Transition to Plant-Based Cooking

Noah Zingarelli and Alex Burst of Springs have published the “Healthy Consciousness Cookbook” online, which features “good-tasting food that is good for you.”

News for Foodies 01.11.24

Fresno's winter specials, a wine dinner inspired by Corsica, Sicily, and the Canary Islands, East End Food’s farmers market is relocating temporarily, and more.

A Survey for Wainscott

The Wainscott Heritage Project is conducting a reconnaissance survey to guide its mission of historical documentation and preservation.

Springs School to Hire New Superintendent

After fast-tracking its search for a new superintendent late in 2023, the Springs School Board is poised to hire Nancy Carney as the new chief school administrator.

Man on Skateboard Killed in Noyac Crash

The owner of a popular water recreation business was killed while riding his skateboard on Middle Line Highway in Noyac on Friday evening.

New Town Position Signals New Direction in East Hampton

In a move that has the potential to change how Town Hall operates for years to come, the East Hampton Town Board has appointed the first town administrator, whose responsibilities will range from overseeing staff in the supervisor’s office to preparing the annual operating budget.

Talking Trash at Dumping Hotspots

From small litter like discarded face masks, bottles, and packages to bigger things like car parts, old appliances, and furniture, to the signs advertising tutors, nannies, soccer camps, and even lawn clippings and leaves, keeping up with illegal dumping and punishing the scofflaws is a challenge.

National Weather Service Seeks Student Volunteers

The National Weather Service is seeking college students who are interested in weather-related careers, offering them an up-close volunteer experience at its office in Upton, on the campus of Brookhaven National Laboratory.

East Hampton Couple Celebrates 80 Years of Marriage

When Leroy and Julia Kayser were married the Allies had not yet landed on the beaches of Normandy. “It Had to Be You” by Helen Forrest and Dick Haymes was a radio hit, and the movie “Casablanca” was about to win the Oscar for best picture.

On the Wing: ‘Gifts’ of the Christmas Bird Count

When darkness closed out the Audubon Montauk Christmas Bird Count and the species were tallied, participants agreed that the good weather might have played a role in the total: 134 were found, the highest in a decade.

She’s All Hotel, Echo, Alpha, Romeo, Tango

Kailey Eberhart of Springs, 14, has kicked off a passion project: starting a local chapter of Whiskey Bravo, a national organization of youth who support military personnel through service projects.

Grants Roll in for East Hampton Teachers

The East Hampton Education Foundation and the Tyler Project have awarded more than $31,000 awarded to school districts in East Hampton Town, supporting programs in science, physical education, special education, wellness, and more.

New and Returning East Hampton Officials Sworn In

Along with the new town supervisor, Kathee Burke-Gonzalez, new Councilman Tom Flight, and the incumbent Councilman David Lys, a new town justice and new members of the planning, zoning, and architectural review boards were sworn in this week.

Item of the Week: The Boughton Family at the Holidays

In this circa 1900 glass-plate image from The Star’s archive, the Boughton family has gathered for a feast. Edward Smith Boughton, who bought this newspaper, sits at the head of the table.

Kids Culture for January 4, 2024

Project Most has a new lineup of fresh, fun activities starting this week. Plus: games, movies, arts and crafts, and more coming up this week for kids and teens.

On the Police Logs 01.04.24

The Jewish Center of the Hamptons received an anonymous bomb threat via email on Dec. 24 stating that a group called “Funning” had placed explosives inside the synagogue and also inside every synagogue in New York State. The threat was reported to police two days later. It was ultimately deemed non-credible, but police remained on site for some time that day.