10 Most-Read East Hampton Stories Of 2018

EAST HAMPTON, NY — As 2018 draws to a close, we look back on the stories that shaped our collective lives as a community this year. Together, we shared tragedy and triumph, heartbreak and hope. But no matter what news we were dealt, both good and bad, the one constant was the strength, resiliency and courage the East Hampton community has always shown, in bonding together and reaching out to carry one another through the darkest of storms, to rejoice together in the miracles of life.

Take a look at the Top 10 of the most read stories of 2018 on East Hampton Patch.

Hearts Broken Over Loss Of Beloved Couple In Hamptons Plane Crash

Ben and Bonnie Krupinski, as well as their grandson William Maerov and pilot Jon Dollard, were lost in the tragic crash.

Safe Drinking Water For Wainscott: Water Mains Almost Completed

"The completion of this project means every person in Wainscott can turn on the tap..and be confident that their drinking water is safe."

Teen Raped Woman In Front Of Child In School Parking Lot: Cops

An 18-year old man was arrested and charged with raping woman in front of a child outside a school, police said.

Duck Hunter Found Dead Near Car Stuck In Snowdrift

In a heartbreaking tragedy, the man collapsed while trying to dig his car out of the snow at the beach, police said.

Harvey Weinstein's Amagansett Home Sells For $10M

The sale came after movie mogul Harvey Weinstein was fired during a firestorm of sexual harassment allegations.

Town Set To Purchase Derelict Former Swamp Nightclub Property

The blighted parcel was an eyesore and a source of contention for years.

Jackie Kennedy's Summer Estate Sells For Almost $30M

"Lasata," located on Further Lane, is a 7-acre estate where young Jackie Kennedy Onassis, née Bouvier, who was born at Southampton Hospital, spent idyllic Hamptons summers.

Duo Steals $2,700 Handbag From Hamptons Shop: Cops

Watch a video of the pair stealing the $2,700 handbag here.

Shark Live-Tracked By 'Revolutionary' New Fin Camera Off Montauk

It was a "very sharky" summer off the coast of Montauk, says "Shark Week" host Dr. Craig O'Connell, revealing a revolutionary fin camera.

Real Estate Agent Busted In Hamptons Rental Scam: Police

The real estate agent took deposits on a rental home but tenants were told they couldn't move in; others may have been scammed, police say.

Photo of Lasata courtesy Douglas Elliman.