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Outdoor Fun for This Weekend and Next

For those with an appreciation of nature or a thirst for paddling, hiking, or biking, there are lots of upcoming activities that promise to be interesting.

On the Police Logs 06.03.21

A Maidstone Avenue woman told police on May 26 that her neighbor had moved survey stakes a foot or so from where they belonged, making her property that much smaller. She was advised that it was a civil matter.

Arrests Signal Busy Season Ahead

Despite the cold, rainy weather, a number of arrests over the last week signaled the start of the busy season on the South Fork.

'Hydroplaned' in a Downpour

Injuries were reported in two traffic accidents last week, though neither required a trip to the hospital.

Ethics Battle Over Bon Jovi Show Rages On

Three weeks before a Democratic Party primary in which East Hampton Town Councilman Jeff Bragman will challenge Supervisor Peter Van Scoyoc, a furious argument broke out among the town board, with Mr. Bragman seizing on a letter from the town's board of ethics that criticized town board members for having taken guests to a May 7 event at the Clubhouse in Wainscott honoring pandemic frontline workers and food pantry staff and featuring a performance by the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Jon Bon Jovi.

Town and Marram Montauk Settle Lawsuit

East Hampton Town and the Marram Montauk resort, the former Atlantic Terrace motel located on the ocean beach near the hamlet's downtown, have settled a lawsuit brought by the town last year. The case stemmed from use of unapproved bar areas and a snack bar that the town said had been converted to a full-service restaurant without approval.

'Unprecedented Challenges' for Police in the Pandemic

Despite the unprecedented challenges of policing during a pandemic and nationwide scrutiny in the wake of multiple civilian deaths while in police custody, Chief Michael Sarlo was upbeat in summarizing the East Hampton Town Police Department's annual report to the town board.

On the Water: A Holiday Washout

Strong northeast winds, combined with a cold rain, that started on Friday and unfortunately hung on until Memorial Day on Monday meant the weekend was a washout for those looking to wet a line, but the action should improve in the coming days.

On Call: If You're Vaccinated, Will You Ever Need a Covid Test Again?

News that fully vaccinated people could go without masks and stop social distancing in most settings has been met with unbridled joy by many, but questions remain. Among them, what, if anything, is recommended when it comes to testing vaccinated people for Covid-19.

Another Meet, Another Mark for Penelope Greene

The Pierson senior, who is to run for SUNY Geneseo come the fall and is running for East Hampton High's girls track team this spring, broke her own record in the 3,000 meters a week after setting the school 1,500-meter mark.

Boys Tennis Team Is in Good Shape Heading Into County Tourney

Recently the Bonackers defeated the Hurricanes 4-3, winning at second and third singles and at second and third doubles, while Westhampton Beach had swept the three doubles matches the first time around.

Watchcase Fireplace Dispute Sparks a Lawsuit

A dispute over the $33,000 installation of a gas fireplace in a residence at the Watchcase Condominiums complex in Sag Harbor has led to a four-year legal battle between Sandra Foschi, the owner of WLNG radio, and Cape Advisors, the developers of the property.

An Ocean Friendly Garden Comes to East Hampton's Methodist Lane

An environmental remediation project designed in part to showcase sound and sustainable landscaping practices is taking shape in East Hampton Village. Called a bioswale, it is a veritable meadow of trees, plants, and grasses native to Long Island that is designed to absorb road runoff, filter pollution from stormwater, and provide native habitat while beautifying a public space. 

Boys Lacrosse Eyes the Playoffs and Next Year

In the past week, the South Fork Islanders, which has a half-dozen solid contributors from East Hampton High, went 2-1, with wins over Walt Whitman and Middle Country and a loss to Huntington, the undefeated league leader.   

Last Will and Testament of Abraham Baker, 1802

On Sept. 28, 1802, Abraham Baker (1729-1817) penned his last will and testament to ensure proper disbursement of his possessions to his family. Abraham Baker was born on Nov. 2, 1729, to Daniel Baker (1692-1740) and Abigail Osborn (1698-1748) in East Hampton.

For Timothy R. Feleppa

A graveside service for Timothy Richard Feleppa will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church Cemetery on Cedar Street in East Hampton. Mr. Feleppa died on May 23. A celebration of his life and music is planned for July 22, which would have been his 58th birthday. An obituary will appear in a future issue.

Meg Perlman

Meg Perlman, a curator who was the founding director of the Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center in Springs and later the James Brooks and Charlotte Park Brooks Foundation, died on Tuesday at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City of complications of an aortic dissection that occurred in January. She was 71 and lived in East Hampton. An obituary for Ms.

An East Hampton Paid Parking Clarification

The recent introduction of paid parking in East Hampton Village has led to confusion about the use of the ParkMobile payment app.

Incumbent Sag Harbor Trustees Make Their Case

Aidan Corish and Bob Plumb, Sag Harbor Village Trustees who are running to keep their seats in the June 15 village election, talked this week about their separate priorities. Mr. Corish, Mr. Plumb, and a first-time candidate, Bayard Fenwick, are vying for two seats on the village board.

Cycling Advocate Turns Passion Into Business

Andy Morris had already been biking forever when the pandemic hit, so it was only natural for him to ride even more over the past 15 months. And it made sense, too, that he would take his passion a step further by launching Electric Bikes A Go Go, a guided tour business that delivers Royal Dutch Gazelle e-bikes to pre-set locations.