Stay Out of the Shoulder Amagansett October 2, 2015To the Editor,Without initiating a debate about the desirability (if not necessity) of the “courtesy left,” might I suggest that the “arrogant shoulder pass” is a far more serious and potentially dangerous maneuver that appears to have become socially acceptable despite its illegality and potential to cause a variety of problems.Is it really so difficult to wait — seconds, not minutes — for a driver ahead of you to complete a left turn against traffic, as opposed to snapping a vehicle into t
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Letters to The Editor 10.01.15Sep 30, 2015
Goodbye, YogiPatchogueSeptember 23, 2015 Dear East Hampton Star:No one goes there because Montauk is crowded. Goodbye, Yogi. Say hello to Casey and Mickey for me.Sincerely, FRED GASREL Man With the HorseEast Hampton September 25, 2015Dear David: Many years ago, when East Hampton was still East Hampton, a man would ride up to my father’s store on Springs Road on a horse. The man would park his horse outside and go inside to buy something.
Letters to the Editor: 08.13.15Aug 13, 2015
People and Police Bridgehampton August 6, 2015 To the Editor: For the dog days: People who pass on the right-hand side of white lines (illegal) and police who don’t bother to stop them. Worst location: at W.C. Esp in Bridgehampton. ANA DANIEL Eating Holly’s Pies Montauk August 8, 2015 To the Editor: I’ve gained five pounds this summer eating Holly Gosman’s homemade chocolate chip cookies, brownies, and fruit pies.
Letters to the Editor: 07.23.15Jul 23, 2015
Spectacular Fireworks East Hampton July 19, 2015 Dear Editor, Once again, thank you! Thank you!
Letters to the Editor: 07.09.15Jul 9, 2015
This Town’s in Trouble Springs July 5, 2015 Dear David, Just a few thoughts coming off the Fourth of July weekend: Litter in our streets. Disregard for our neighborhood’s peace and quiet. Get out of my way. Destruction to public and private property. Road rage. Plastic signs littering our roadways. Music till all hours. Overcrowded bars, clubs, and restaurants. Disrespect for our police force. Speeding, dirty taxicabs. Ten weeks to
Letters to the Editor: 04.16.15Apr 15, 2015
Many Thanks Montauk April 13, 2015 Dear Editor, It is a great honor to have been selected the grand marshal of the St. Patrick’s Day parade in Montauk. I wish to thank all who made that weekend a warm and wonderful occasion. Marc Remmes and the Friends of Erin, Kathy Keller and the Ladies Auxiliary, Joan Lycke and the luncheon committee deserve special recognition and appreciation.
Letters to the Editor: 04.09.15Apr 8, 2015
The Benson Papers Montauk April 3, 2015 Dear Mr. Rattray: Thank you for the article about the Benson papers in the March 19 issue. While consolidating and researching my father’s papers (Richard T. Gilmartin), I found that they were called the “Montauk Matter” since the 1930s, when my father was East Hampton town clerk. I have a copy of the original receipt for those papers, signed by Arthur Benson, plus a typewritten (easier to read) copy done by my father.
Letters to the Editor: 04.02.15Apr 1, 2015
When the Store Closed Springs March 24, 2015 To the Editor, As the new owner of a longtime business in Springs, I am writing this letter not only to express my gratitude and appreciation to all those who have been a part of the process, but to let other members of the community know what a special place this is. I recently purchased Barnes Country Market. As a 25-year resident of Springs, I had known many of the customers before I bought the store.
Letters to the Editor: 03.26.15Mar 25, 2015
Both Hearing Aids East Hampton March 23, 2015 Dear Editor, Thank you for allowing me to post my letter about needing hearing aids. The response has been amazing. It will take a little while before I actually have them, but due to the kind responses and one very generous donation, I am getting both hearing aids in the near future! Thank you, East Hampton Star, and thank you to all who got in touch with me! Sincerely, LOIS M.
Letters to the Editor: 03.19.15Mar 18, 2015
Frances and Bill Amagansett March 16, 2015 Dear David, For many years our small town was fortunate to have been home to two exceptional citizens, Frances O’Brien and William King.