Southampton’s local weed laws just went up in smoke as state cannabis officials blasted the town’s overly stringent rules as illegal and designed to intentionally block legal dispensaries from ever opening. The unanimous decision by the state’s Cannabis Control Board on Monday effectively torched Southampton’s local permitting scheme — a system that state-licensed cannabis business […]
Hamptons police report a predictable summer surge in activity, including noise complaints, traffic violations, and minor property damage. While no major crimes have occurred, police urge vigilance. The challenge lies in balancing law enforcement with the community’s emphasis on privacy. Police departments prioritize discretion and follow legal guidelines when releasing information. Local news outlets tread […]
The free ride is over. A state program that allowed drivers of electric vehicles and hybrid cars to ride solo on the HOV lanes of the Long Island Expressway has come to a screeching halt — leaving EV drivers to fend for themselves. The federally mandated Clean Pass program expired on Wednesday, which means the […]
2026 Residential Recycling Permits Beginning Monday, February 2, permits will be are available for purchase at the Town Clerk’s Office. Permits are required by April 1, 2026. Residential Primary permits are $130.00 Seniors aged 65 and above are $55.00 Secondary permits are $55.00 Beach Parking and Beach Driving Permits Resident permits expire on the 31st […]
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East Hampton Town Community Housing Fund Request for Applications (General Projects RFA) East Hampton Town is accepting applications on a rolling basis from interested persons and organizations for funding in the form of grants or loans for community housing projects that will provide affordable housing for East Hampton’s residents. Proposed projects must result in […]