The curtain rises Saturday on East Hampton High School's annual musical theater production, which is likely to be memorable for more reasons than one.

After receiving word from its construction manager and architect that the expansion and renovation project are proceeding well, the Springs School Board decided to capitalize on what will be newly freed-up space at the Springs Youth Association building behind the school next year to re-establish a prekindergarten program on campus.

The East Hampton Independence Party has endorsed the Democratic candidates who were rebuffed by their own party but successfully petitioned to force a June 22 primary election.