The year 1973 saw the rise of women in East Hampton Town politics, while 1998 saw the rise of the Rennert property in the Sagaponack dunes.

When it comes to Truck Beach and the airport, it’s time to judge the judge. And much more in this week’s raft of letters.

Houses in the Hamptons: They ain’t cheap! Check out the latest transactions here . . .

Lovers of art and music should head east to Montauk this weekend.