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Hello, Westhampton-Hampton Bays neighbors! We've all been gearing up for this weekend's return of the Westhampton St. Patrick's Day Parade, a beloved annual event that's been missed during a two-year pandemic pause. But due to weather concerns, the parade has been postponed, so we'll have to wait just a bit longer to don our green and gather on Main Street.

Also, as Tuesday marks the two-year anniversary of the first documented case of the coronavirus in Suffolk County, we remember the difficult months that defined us — and those treasured lives lost. We will never forget their stories, or their lives.

Until tomorrow. . . .

First, today's weather:

Intermittent snow and rain. High: 39 Low: 26.

Here are the top stories today in Westhampton-Hampton Bays:

  1. Westhampton Beach St. Patrick's Day Parade Postponed: You'll have to wait just a little bit longer for your Irish eyes to be smiling. (Westhampton-Hampton Bays Patch)
  2. 2 Years Since 1st Suffolk COVID-19 Case Reported, We Remember: Among the stories that will stay with us forever is that of John Carroll of Hampton Bays, who died of COVID-19 in 2020, leaving behind his heartbroken family, who could not visit him due to coronavirus protocols at the time. But he did not die alone — a caring nurse was beside him, holding his hand. (Patch)
  3. Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center Announces Legacies Film Series: See what films are on the lineup. (Hamptons.com)
  4. Suffolk County Government: Coronavirus Case Update For March 6: See where Suffolk County stands. (Press Release Desk)
  5. Town Calls For Public Participation In Airport's Next Steps: Here's your chance to weigh in on the deactivation and privatization of East Hampton Airport. (Patch)


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Today in Westhampton-Hampton Bays:

  • Self-Reflection: Mental Health Spring Cleaning (12:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Westhampton Beach Womens Lax: "Want us to egg your yard? Click the link in our bio and fill out your order form." (Instagram)
  • Hampton Bays Public Schools: "Hampton Bays Elementary School students are gearing up for St. Patrick's Day through a variety of fun and engaging learning activities." (Facebook)
  • Long Island Native Plant Initiative (LINPI): "Today we celebrate International Women's Day by spotlighting our very own Polly Weigand! Polly is currently our Executive Director, but she is also the Founder of our great organization!" (Facebook)
  • Westhampton Free Library: "Happy International Women's Day! (Facebook)
  • Hampton Bays Public Schools: "Tonight's Board of Education meeting can be viewed on YouTube beginning at 7 p.m.." (Facebook)
  • AVP Juniors: "Giveaway: Whether you are a grass, beach or indoor player, this bottle could be yours!" (Facebook)

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— Lisa Finn

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