🌱 Westhampton-Hampton Bays Daily: Threats To Police + MLK Art

Happy Friday, Westhampton-Hampton Bays! Our top stories of the day center on disturbing threats made in Westhampton Beach against police. First, authorities say graffiti, threatening police officers and their families, was found spray-painted in Westhampton. And on Wednesday, Village Hall was evacuated after a "terroristic" threat against police. Also in the news from our friends at 27east, a portrait project honors MLK. We're heading to the weekend; take time to enjoy this magical corner of the world. Stay warm and safe. Until tomorrow. . .

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First, today's weather:

Rain mixing with sleet. High: 46 Low: 20. Finally, warmer temps!

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

1. Man Makes 'Terroristic Threat' Against Westhampton Police: PD (Westhampton-Hampton Bays Patch) Westhampton Beach Village Hall was evacuated after a threat was made against police, officials said.
2. Brand-new Westhampton Oceanfront Home With Rooftop Deck Asks $7.45M (Long Island Press) Take a look at this gorgeous beauty with views only found in the Hamptons.
3. Threats To Police, Families, Spray-Painted In Westhampton: PD (Westhampton-Hampton Bays Patch) The spray-painted threats, saying "Cops Will B Shot," and Shoot Cops 4 Fun" were found in Westhampton in January, police say.
4. Margaret Dwyer Obituary (1937 - 2022) - Hampton Bays, NY (Legacy.com) Pay your respects here; funeral arrangements are handled by the Scott-Rothwell Funeral Home in Hampton Bays.
5. Celebrating Differences On Canvas: Portrait Project Honors Legacy Of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (27east.com; subscription required) A beautiful way for students honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy.

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Today in Westhampton-Hampton Bays:

• Cabin Fever Music Festival 14 kick off party! (8:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center: "Our soon-to-be education groundhog, Allen, says he didn't feel like waking up to see his shadow. Therefore, it looks like it we will have an early spring! Happy Groundhog Day!" (Facebook)
• Hampton Bays Firemen: "(2/2/2022) This evening's off-Wednesday drill focused on water/ice rescue. Fire police created "Hot, Warm and Cold Zones", giving our ice rescuers and crew support an area to safely operate." (Facebook)
• Hampton Bays Public Schools: "In a combined celebration of World Read Aloud Day and Groundhog's Day, fifth graders at Hampton Bays Elementary School participated in a live read aloud with Long Island author Karen Nespoli." (Facebook)
• Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center: "Are you an aspiring singer/songwriter? Have you ever wondered what songwriting is all about, and how to start the writing process?" (Facebook)
• Hampton Bays Historical Society: ""No JOKE," read a February 1806 Boston newspaper. "A vessel has cleared at the Custom House for Martinique with a cargo of ice. We hope this will not prove a slippery speculation." (Facebook)
• Hampton Bays Chamber of Commerce: "Had a great meeting with Maria (director of catering and events ) who gave us a tour of the new Canoe Place. So excited for all the amazing things this new venue and the Rechlers are bringing to Hampton Bays!" (Facebook)
• Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center: "Brand new music from LI hitmaker Jeff LeBlanc. With his lush lyrics, dreamy guitar, and a signature sound, Jeff makes his third headlining appearance this April 30th! Buy tix now at whbpac.org or call 631-288-1500" (Facebook)
• Westhampton Free Library: "Join the Jane Austen Romance Book Club! Wednesday, February 16, 7:00 pm via Zoom" (Facebook)
• Westhampton Free Library: ""Alice's Ordinary People" Presentation via Zoom. Patrons are encouraged to watch the film on Kanopy before the presentation. Thursday, February 10, 7:00-8:00 pm. Register online. westhamptonlibrary.net or call 631-288-3335 X4" (Facebook)

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