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Owner Of Cricket II Offers To Return The Vessel To Montauk

By Aaron Boyd

The Cricket II, so long a staple of Montauk, may return to the harbor, as its current owner, Jon Dodd, has offered to sell the legendary vessel back to the community as a centerpiece commemorating Montauk's place as the sportfishing capital of the world. 14 comments

As The Economy Recovers, Unemployment Still Plagues The East End

By Aaron Boyd

The recession may be over, however with national unemployment figures rising above 10 percent it has become increasingly clear that the economic recovery will be a jobless one. While the East End of Long Island has not been hit as hard as other parts of New York, the job market seems stagnant to many, especially those out of work and desperately searching for a salary. 3 comments

Hamptons.com For Best Website On Long Island

Hamptons.com has been nominated as the Best Website on Long Island 2010 by the Long Island Press and we need your help to solidify our place as the go-to information source for the East End of Long Island.

Throne-Holst Southampton Supervisor-Elect; Nuzzi, Malone Take Town Board

By Aaron Boyd

Southampton has elected a new supervisor, as incumbent Linda Kabot conceded to challenger Anna Throne-Holst shortly after 11 p.m. on Tuesday night. With over 90 percent of the vote counted Throne-Holst held the lead with nearly 60 percent. 1 comment

Republicans Sweep East Hampton Board Race; Zwirn Concedes

By Aaron Boyd

As early returns came in on election night, the one clear winner was East Hampton Republican Bill Wilkinson. With nearly 70 percent of the votes counted, Wilkinson had a commanding 68.6 percent of the vote, compared with Democrat Ben Zwirn's 31.4 percent.

Sag Harbor Food Pantry Now Accepting Pet Donations

Pet abandonment has increased nationwide because economically-stressed people can't afford to feed themselves as well as their four-legged friends. To this end, the Sag Harbor Community Food Pantry has stepped up and offered to distribute pet food to those having trouble feeding their pets.

Stony Brook Southampton Hosts Second Suffolk Minority Health Summit

The Center for Public Health and Health Policy Research (CPHHPR) at Stony Brook University and Literacy Suffolk Inc., in conjunction with the Suffolk County Minority Health Action Coalition (SMHAC) and community members and leaders, will gather on Saturday, November 21 at the Second Annual Suffolk County Minority Health Summit.

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Bridgehampton Lions Club 'Boo-tiful' And 'Spook-tacular' Pumpkin Carving Contest

The Bridgehampton Lions Club held their annual Pumpkin Carving Contest on the grounds of the Bridgehampton Community House on Monday, October 26.

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HCB Notebook: Westhampton Field Gets Extreme Makeover; Recruits, Coaches Sign On

By Brett Mauser
Posted: 5 minutes ago

With winter around the corner, there are plenty of items being cooked up in the Hamptons Collegiate Baseball hot stove. It's time to go around the horn and examine some of the organization's off-season moves, from wholesale renovations at the Westhampton field to the personnel who are in line to make the summer of 2010 a spectacular one.

East Hampton Rides Miraculous Comeback To First-Ever Long Island Championship

By Brett Mauser

The Lady Bonackers, once down and out trailing two games to none in the Long Island Class A final against Wantagh, were flying high now. With a raucous crowd behind them, they roared back to win 18-25, 20-25, 25-20, 25-21, 25-13 in a turnaround that was nothing short of spectacular. With the triumphant victory, they were crowned Long Island champs and booked their first trip to the state final four in the program's history. 2 comments

The Stars Sign: Westhampton Trio Commits To Division I Programs

By Brett Mauser

November 11 marked National Signing Day for athletes across the country, and three Westhampton Beach standouts - Mark Podlas (baseball), Sophia Geraci (softball) and Kelly Dean (girls lacrosse) - wasted little time making their decisions as they all signed to play at Division I programs in the 2010-2011 school year.

SI Girls Roll To Southeast Regional Win, Book Spot At States

By Brett Mauser

This year, SI was a little stronger, Haldane a little weaker, and it presented a prime opportunity to open some eyes. The Suffolk County Class D champs seized that opportunity and the result was arguably the most significant victory in the program's history. Despite a lapse in game three, the Lady Indians controlled the action and when Kelsey McGayhey drove a set to the floor to seal game four, they celebrated a 28-26, 25-21, 24-26, 25-19 victory in the Southeast Regional final. 1 comment

PBMC Receives Highest Award In General Surgery

Peconic Bay Medical Center (PBMC) has been selected as the recipient of the 2010 General Surgery Excellence Award by HealthGrades, the leading independent healthcare ratings organization. This designation - the highest available - places PBMC among the top 10 percent of hospitals in the nation for general surgery.

Hamptons Marathon Contributes To Cardiac Rehab Renovation At Southampton Hospital

NYS Assembly Passes Toughest DWI Legislation In The Country

Suffolk County Deeds Four Acres To North Haven For Stormwater Remediation

$4.8 Million Secured For Calverton Rail Spur

Suffolk County Inducts Seven New Members Into Women's Hall Of Fame

New York Passes Texting Ban, Stronger Limits On Junior Drivers

NYS Legislature Passes Key Legislation In Extraordinary Session