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The Credibility Gap

Donald Trump is by far the most egregious liar ever to reside in the White House, but he is hardly the first, writes Eric Alterman in “Lying in State: Why Presidents Lie — and Why Trump Is Worse,” a kind of American history textbook for our unsettled times.

Teen Arts Zine to Debut

Guild Hall's Teen Arts Council is partnering with The East Hampton Star on a new publication called TIC-TAC-TOE: A Teen Zine, that will be produced by and for teenagers and will be published three times next year.

Seasons by the Sea: The Indescribable Truffle

White truffles, which are a fascinating culinary phenomenon, are in season and were the focus of a recent tasting menu at Nick and Toni's restaurant.

News for Foodies 11.05.20

Thoughts on Thanksgiving and meals to preorder, a chowder contest benefit, new restaurant menus, specials, and more

With 'City Hall,' Wiseman Is Still Strong at 90

Frederick Wiseman's new film, "City Hall," will premiere nationwide on the Sag Harbor Cinema's virtual platform on Friday. The documentarian will also receive a career achievement award from the Hamptons Doc Fest in December.

Jill Magid Talks 'Tender' and More Via Dia

Jill Magid, a resident of Amagansett, discussed her recent projects "Homage CMYK (2019)" and "Tender" with the curators of Dia and Creative Time last week over Zoom.

Jim Dine on His 60 Years in Art

Jim Dine will participate in a live-streamed illustrated talk with Alicia G. Longwell, the Parrish Art Museum's chief curator, on Friday. His works "The Hooligan" and "The Wheatfield (Agincourt)" are installed on the grounds there through next August.

The Art Scene 11.05.20

Art begins to take over empty storefronts in Southampton, a new group show at Studio 11, and more

Bits and Pieces 11.05.20

An original opera's virtual world premiere, an M.F.A. open house for Stony Brook University's film and television programs, Native American traditions on film, and more

Fossil Fuel vs. Renewables: Pressure Is on LIPA

The East Hampton Town Board is expected to vote today to begin the process of adopting a community choice aggregation program. Community choice aggregation, or C.C.A., allows a local government to procure electricity and/or natural gas on behalf of its residents, businesses, and municipal accounts from a provider other than the incumbent utility.

East Hampton Trustees Say No to Amagansett Cable Landing

The proposed South Fork Wind farm's export cable will not come ashore at Atlantic Avenue Beach in Amagansett, the clerk of the East Hampton Town Trustees flatly told the New York State Public Service Commission last week.

David Geiser, Artist, Was 73

David Geiser, an artist whose career ranged from the underground comics he created in San Francisco in the late 1960s and 1970s to heavily textured mixed-media works he focused on after moving to New York in 1979, died unexpectedly of heart disease in his sleep at home in Springs on Oct. 14. He was 73.

Perspective on the Election

If you're going to talk to someone in the aftermath of what's shaping up to be the most confounding presidential election in two decades, Julian Zelizer is your man.

On Call: It's a Marathon, Don't Hit the Wall

There is a phenomenon in marathons and other endurance sports called "hitting the wall" — the moment when severe fatigue engulfs athletes due to their glycogen stores being depleted. The Covid-19 pandemic is a marathon. After all these months the threat is still very real. This is why everyone has to keep running.

Town to Expand Outdoor Dining to Aid Beleaguered Industry

As the pandemic continues into the colder months, East End restaurants are extending the outdoor dining season with the use of heaters, tents, and igloos, and the East Hampton Town Board is seeking to draft a law that would allow restaurants to transfer up to 100 percent of their seating capacity from indoors to outdoors.

New Sag Harbor Zoning Code to Target Waterfront

Consultants hired by Sag Harbor Village to create a new zoning code that will control its redevelopment presented the goals of the project on Oct. 28 at a village board meeting. Marta Goldsmith, director of the nonprofit Form-Based Institute, said the new code will be designed to protect the village's historic charm and water quality, preserve and enhance views and access to the water and open spaces, and maintain a diversity of architectural styles.

Eager Gen Z'ers Turn Out to Vote

Voting this year for the first time, local teens weren't just #adulting — a popular hashtag that means taking grown-up life seriously, and a term that teens may not even be using anymore these days. Instead, they headed to the polls equipped with information and intent, determined to make their voices count.

On the Water: Silent Waters, Empty Shells

Monday morning dawned bright with a stiff, northwesterly wind on the bay as I lifted the bedroom shades. I squinted as I tried to focus on my surroundings from the second floor. It was a little after 7, and not a single boat was in view. It was a sad sight to see but not a total surprise.

State-Mandated Police Review Begins

As part of a state-mandated review of police department practices, the East Hampton Town Board held a "listening session" last Thursday, seeking public input on ways to improve the relationship between residents and law enforcement.

Zeldin Claims Victory With Decisive Lead

The counting of some 75,000 ballots cast by mail in New York's First Congressional District will not begin until next week, but as of yesterday Representative Lee Zeldin appeared headed for a landslide win in his quest for a fourth term.