🌱 Westhampton-Hampton Bays Daily: Paralyzed Man's Hope + Tourney

Good morning, neighbors and friends! Our top story today spotlights Matt Raynor, a Hampton Bays man who was paralyzed in a diving accident in 2019. In the years since, he's overcome obstacles with an invincible spirit and inner grit that's inspired us all. But now he's facing a new hurdle, as his home is being sold and he's searching for a new place to live. He's asking for help — and in true hometown spirit, I have no doubt our community will come together to find him an answer.

Also in the news today, the town board voted to delay the closure of East Hampton Airport, news that resonates across the whole East End. We want to hear your thoughts on the issue. Email me at Lisa.Finn@patch.com so I can include your comments in a future article.

It's going to be warmer today but still rainy. Stay safe.

Until tomorrow. . .

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First, today's weather:

Strong winds subsiding. High: 53 Low: 14.

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

1. Paralyzed Man Needs Help To Find New Home: 'Good-Bye Is Scary': Hampton Bays resident Matt Raynor, who was paralyzed at 29 in a diving accident in 2019, now faces a new challenge as he searches for a new home. (Westhampton-Hampton Bays Patch)
2. New Series, 'Serving The Hamptons' Spotlights Hamptons Eatery: A popular Hamptons restaurant and nightspot will be spotlighted in a new discovery+ docuseries, "Serving the Hamptons" this April.(Patch)
3. Town Votes To Delay Closure Of East Hampton Airport: The town has decided to postpone deactivation of the East Hampton Airport until 11:59 p.m. on May 17, officials said. (Patch)
4. Westhampton-Hampton Bays Prospective Homeowners: Look Through 5 New Homes On The Market: If you're looking for a home in the area, look no further. (Westhampton-Hampton Bays Patch)
5. Season Ends At County Tournament For Westhampton Beach Wrestlers: So proud of our athletes for their dedication. (27east.com)

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Today in Westhampton-Hampton Bays:

• Cabin Fever Music Festival Acoustic Night (8:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Westhampton Beach Womens Lax: "2020 throw back before everything went crazy. 26 days until our first full season since 2019. Come join us tonight for open field 530 on the turf. All players trying out for JV or Varsity are welcome to come on down." (Instagram)
• Hampton Bays Historical Society: "As the saying goes: Everything old is new again! Such is the case of an event which occurred exactly 100 years ago. Had this change from old to new not taken place, none of us, readers nor scribes, would be in Hampton Bays." (Facebook)
• Hampton Bays Public Schools: "Students at Hampton Bays Elementary School celebrated the completion of the first 100 days of school on Feb. 16 with a variety of activities. In Michelle Racywolski's class, first graders dressed up like 100-year-olds." (Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Shinnecock Hills: "Can anyone recommend an honest and excellent roofer? Thank you." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Lynn Ave, HB: "Tech Question? How do I attach a PDF document to my post? I have a list of restaurant reviews with over 50 years of eating out. I would like to share my experiences." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Staller: "Phone service. - I've been with Verizon forever. I know T-Mobile upgraded their service. Re: T-Mobile. Do you get strong signals with no drops in the Hampton Bays area? How about the rest of Suffolk County? Thanks in advance for your opinions." (Nextdoor)

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