Candidate Profile: Bonnie Brady For East Hampton Town Board

" I’m fed up with the zero-transparency and lack of appropriate process surrounding town-wide initiatives that affect us all."

Candidate Profile: Elizabeth 'Betsy' Bambrick For Town Board

"The incumbents have sold their souls to a political party."

Candidate Profile: Susan Vorpahl For East Hampton Town Trustee

" I believe the trustees should govern as a non-political board, serving the public as a whole."

Candidate Profile: Rona Klopman For East Hampton Trustee

"Open government and transparency is most important to a community."

Candidate Profile: David Gruber For East Hampton Town Supervisor

"I am a pragmatist, interested only in what can work in the real world."

Candidate Profile: Lisa Rana For East Hampton Town Justice

"I strive every day to ensure that all people are treated justly and with dignity and respect."

Intentional Balloon Release Ban Legislation Signed: 'We Did It!'

As environmentalists rejoice, do you agree with a ban on the intentional release of balloons at weddings, graduations and events?

90-Day Ban For Helicopter Company's 'Reckless' Operation: Town

"A helicopter operated by Analar engaged in reckless and dangerous operations at the East Hampton Airport," East Hampton Town officials say.

Free Testing For Private Wells Near Former East Hampton Landfill

A water quality advisory has been issued for private wells in the area.

Intentional Balloon Release Ban Passes Unanimously In Legislature

Suffolk County residents join East Hampton and Southampton in ban on intentional release of balloons — a victory, environmentalists say.

Crackdown On Home Used For Short Term Rentals, Parties: Town

A “secret location” for parties; promoters charged admission fee and up to $5,000 for reserved poolside spots, bottle service, town says.

After Years Of Planning, Cuomo Green Lights Wind Farm Off Montauk

How do you feel about the offshore wind farm coming off the coast of Montauk?

32 Found Living In Overcrowded Home; 21K In Fines, Officials Say

Eighteen people were found sleeping on mattresses on the floor of a basement near a gasoline generator with no CO2 detectors.

New PSEG Substation To Be Sited Away From Parkland, Residences

PSEG worked with town officials to find a location away from homes and parkland, Town Supervisor Peter Van Scoyoc says.

Town Asks For Review Of Wind Farm Onshore Transmission Line Cable

The town board is concerned, for both aesthetic and public safety reasons, that the cables remain buried and out of sight, supe says.

Town To Award $1.25M In Grants For Water Quality Projects

Total grant funding available for the first round of awards has reached $1.25 million, officials say.

Town Concerned With New Flight Hailing App, Helicopter Service

East Hampton Town has asked federal officials to weigh in on proposals for a new flight-hailing app and helicopter service to its airport.

Zeldin Lauds Allocation Of 30K More Visas To Meet Seasonal Need

"The fight isn't over. Suffolk County businesses have experienced uncertainty year after year and they need stability and consistency."

Musicians Set To Protest Proposed Changes To Live Music Permits

"I’m young, I’m calling in the troops and I’m ready for the fight . . .Bring it on, Town of East Hampton." — singer/songwriter Nancy Atlas.

Town Sees 'Victory' In Montauk Waterfront Erosion Suit: Supe

“This is a big victory for the taxpayers of the Town of East Hampton, who should not have to foot the bill to rebuild private property."

'Don't Be Victimized By Scam Tactics' In Tax Filing Season: State

Find out the telltale signs of a scam — and how not to get ripped off.

Businesses Face Staffing Concerns; Town Addresses Visa Woes

Are you worried about how to staff your business for the summer season in light of the concerns with the H2-B visa program?

Suffolk to Tackle Plastic Crisis

Legislator Kara Hahn and Plastic Reduction Task Force Propose Suffolk Cleans-up its Act

'Wind-Driven' Agricultural Dust Clouds Dissipate In Hamptons

The windblown farm fields were covered with straw, which seems to have remedied the problem, East Hampton officials say.

LaValle Votes Against Cuomo's Conversion Therapy Ban

"I have reservations about the legislature intervening in a medical disciplinary process that has served the public for many years."

Action Plan Detailed For Dust Clouds Off Farm Fields

Soil testing was done to ensure there are no elevated levels of arsenic, East Hampton Town Supervisor Peter Van Scoyoc says.

'Wind Driven Dust Clouds' Pose Problems In Hamptons

Wind erosion on agricultural fields is sparking concerns in East Hampton — and the town is taking action.

State Files Suit Over Commercial Fluke Quota

"We will fight this unfair quota until New York's access to summer flounder is consistent with national standards." What do you think?

Tattoo Removal For Sex Trafficking Victims Offered Free

"No one should have to live with a permanent mark on their body that reminds them of a violent and abusive time."

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."

Crackdown On Revenge Porn: New Suffolk County Legislation Signed

"Her boyfriend threatened if she broke up with him, he was going to email her friends images and videos of them having sex." She was fired.

Ban On Intentional Release of Balloons Supported By Trustees

Would you like to see a ban on the intentional release of multiple balloons at weddings, graduations and other events? Why or why not?

After Forgery Charges For Former GOP Chair, New Chairman Chosen

“President Dwight Eisenhower said, ‘The supreme quality for leadership is unquestionably integrity.'"

New Pierson Middle School Principal Takes Helm

Welcome, Ms. Carriero!

Date Set For FAA Helicopter Hearing; Residents Needed To Speak

Residents are needed to turn out in force and make their voices heard about the impact of helicopter noise on the East End, officials say.

Zeldin Mailer Listing Wrong Date For Absentee Ballots Sparks Ire

It's the second time a Zeldin mailer has listed the wrong date for absentee ballots in recent years and Dems are crying foul.

Trump Signs Law Demanding FAA Reassessment Of Helicopter Route

"No longer can the FAA ignore the concerns of residents as they have from the North Shore Route’s planning to its continued use."

State 'Do Not Call' Law Violations Going Unanswered: DiNapoli

With no enforcement, telemarketers will persist with unwanted calls, try to steal personal info or take money, state comptroller says.

Helicopter Noise Battle Victory; New Hurdle Cleared

"Congressional attention to the problem of aircraft noise over the East End is certainly appreciated, and warranted." Peter Von Scoyoc.

Best Practices for ER Treatment of Overdose Victims

Suffolk creates panel of experts to recommend protocols for overdose patients in hospital emergency rooms