The Real Problem
Since the Shinnecock Nation cleared trees from the Westwoods property in the middle of the night in early February, the town has insisted on an approach of open dialogue and friendly communication with the nation. Since the summer, when the...
In the End
As the final testimony concluded in the hearing of Maria Dorr on November 20 [“High Drama as Amagansett Principal Hearing Concludes, With Dorr Testifying,” 27east.com, November 25], I will direct anyone to go back and pore over Christopher Walsh’s exploration...
River of Misery
May I begin by saying that my response to yet another column by Carlos Sandoval [“For Whom the Bell Tolls,” Vistas, Opinion, November 28] is not meant as a personal attack but as a reaction to the platform this paper...
Reassurance Needed
U.S. Representative Nick LaLota is a veteran who served in the U.S. Navy for eight years following his graduation from the U.S. Naval Academy. I think he should tell us what he thinks of Donald Trump’s nominee for Secretary of...
Labor of Love
Representing the East End in the New York State Assembly for almost 30 years has been an honor and a privilege. Nothing has been a greater source of pride for me than to represent my hometown of Sag Harbor, where...
Where and How
In 2015, the Suffolk County Department of Health was directed by the County Legislature (Resolution 245-2015) to inspect groundwater quality at the Sand Land mine operations. The study was delayed when the owner of Sand Land mine “refused to provide...
Destroying an Industry
Mining began at East Coast Mines in 1953. My father took over excavation in 1973. I took over operations in 2003. Countless families have been supported by this mine over the last 70 years. These hardworking individuals have sat on...
Shared Bonds
It’s that time of year when we reflect on our blessings and give thanks. By all measures, Soldier Ride — The Hamptons was a great success. The number of riders increased over 150 percent. Donations increased by over 110 percent....
Job Well Done
Now that this year’s election cycle is finally over, I would like to take a little time to publicly thank one of the most dedicated public officials that has represented the citizens of the East End, the 1st District assemblyman,...
By Far the Worst
Donald Trump’s nominees to lead important cabinet posts — Robert Kennedy Jr. (secretary of Health and Human Services), Matt Gaetz (attorney general), Tulsi Gabbard (director, Office of National Intelligence), Pete Hegseth (secretary, Department of Defense) and Lee Zeldin (secretary, Environmental...