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On Kids and Mental Health at CMEE

The Children’s Museum of the East End in Bridgehampton will host a panel talk featuring three pediatric specialists on Friday, Aug. 15.

Raising Money for a Playground at the Y.M.C.A.

The Y.M.C.A. East Hampton RECenter has announced a fund-raising campaign with a goal of $15,000 to build a new playground on its property in the village.

Item of the Week: Nellie’s 1900 Graduation Essay

Nellie Lawrence Tiffany (1883-1966) read this essay at her East Hampton High graduation. It attests to her scholastic efforts and some concerns that echo those of students today.

On the Police Logs 08.07.25

An Amagansett man called police around 1 a.m. on Friday after spotting a pair of shoes, not his, on his lawn.

Driver in Montauk Art Show Case Back in Court

Nicoly Ribeiro De Souza, the 23-year-old accused of driving her Nissan Rogue onto the Montauk Green in the early hours of June 29 and knocking down the tents of the Montauk Artists Association Art Show, was back in East Hampton Town Justice Court on July 30.

D.W.I. Charge After a Crash

A collision on Pantigo Road Friday, near Maple Lane, sent an Amagansett man to Stony Brook Hospital’s new East Hampton Emergency Department and resulted in a charge of drunken driving.

Big Changes for Blade Air

Blade Air Mobility, a name that became synonymous with many South and North Fork residents’ frustration over helicopter traffic and its attendant noise, has announced the sale of its passenger division to Joby Aviation.

A New Face in CD-1 Race

Representative Nick LaLota of New York’s First Congressional District has a potential challenger, Chris Gallant, a veteran, air traffic controller, union leader, and volunteer firefighter.

East Hampton Town's Credit Rating Is Reaffirmed

While CNN reports that the federal government’s credit rating with Moody’s Investors Service fell this year, East Hampton Town’s own rating remains steady. According to its latest credit report, released on Friday, East Hampton has maintained its top rating of Aaa for the ninth consecutive year.

Carole Nadel

Carole Nadel, a teacher and founder of an advertising agency, died on July 20 at Peconic Bay Medical Center in Riverhead after a long illness. Ms. Nadel, who lived on Mako Lane in Amagansett for more than 50 years, was 78.

Robert Wilson of Watermill Center

Robert Wilson, the theater director, playwright, artist, and founder of the Watermill Center, died after a brief illness on July 31 at home in Water Mill. He was 83.

The Way It Was for August 7, 2025

“No horses allowed to stand here, per order Gen. Youngs.” Such was Montauk in the year 1900. Plus much more ripped from our storied pages.

‘Entire Town’ Was at Travis Field Tourney

Seventeen teams, at least two of them including present-day and former East Hampton High School students on their rosters, went at it in A and B brackets over the weekend in Amagansett.

Seize the Moment, Adam Fine Suggests

“This is one of those rare opportunities when you don’t have to ask taxpayers for money to do the things that improve students’ lives,” the district superintendent said of the newly paid down construction bond.

25 Years Ago in Bonac Sports 08.07.25

A look back to when Ross Gload was a top major league prospect, and lifeguards in an invitational tournament here did themselves proud, once again.

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.