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Named after an early East Hampton Settler, Thomas Chatfield, Chatfield’s Hole is a glacial kettle hole formed during the Ice Age. The Chatfields were among the first settlers in East Hampton coming in 1651. They served as Town Clerks, Judges and Supervisors. Purchased in 1976, Chatfield’s Hole was one of the town’s first open-space land […]
Hamptons residents are mourning the end of a beloved local institution, Estia’s Little Kitchen. The unassuming Mexican-style diner will be replaced by an outpost of a smoothie empire best known for its $40 acai bowl, the latest chain shop to infringe upon the area’s charm. For nearly the past three decades, Estia’s has occupied a […]
The Town of Southampton Town Board has adopted a resolution at its April 28th meeting to become a Pro Housing Community. The adoption of the resolution reinforces the Town’s commitment to addressing its housing challenges and strengthening its long-term housing strategy. The Pro Housing designation is part of a broader statewide effort to encourage local […]
Town of East Hampton – Part Time Office Assistant – Ordinance Enforcement Department This position is 20 hours per week, year-round. An employee in this position is responsible for supporting office operations and must demonstrate a high level of customer service and professionalism when dealing with members of the community and other employees. Duties include: […]
In a show of community spirit for Earth Day, approximately 525 volunteers joined Councilwoman Cyndi McNamara for the annual Great East End Clean-Up, removing 6.21 tons of garbage and debris from across Southampton Town on April 25 and 26. Dedicated volunteers combed through beaches, parks, trails, and roadsides, collecting tires, furniture, construction wood, and general […]
***Please Note Important Messages*** East Hampton Town Building Department–Office Update As of Monday May 11th, 2026 the Building Department will be relocating to Suite 110 Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am – 3:30pm Counter Hours for drop off: Monday – Friday 8:30am-3:30am Building Inspectors phone and counter hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am – 10:30am Starting Monday, May 19th, 2025: […]
Venture capitalist Anu Duggal is listing her dazzling West Village home for $2.99 million, Gimme Shelter has learned. The historic loft, inside a 114-year-old building at 116 W. 14th St., has 11-foot ceilings and Doric columns. It’s where Duggal has hosted countless events for female founders over the years, including those who launched Billie, Zola and […]
From 9 PM Friday, May 1 through 4 AM Monday, May 4, buses will replace trains between Babylon and Montauk. Use the TrainTime app or mta.info/schedules for bus times. Most buses will connect at Babylon with regular trains. Express diesel trains to/from Jamaica will not run. Bus Zones: Bay Shore – Patchogue Bellport – Southampton […]
Description of Beach Located at the corner of West Lake Drive in Montauk. This site features ADA accessible rest rooms. Beach Hours Beach open year-round Rest rooms – Open year-round Address: 487 West Lake Drive, Montauk, NY 11954 Google Maps Beach Rules Swimming prohibited, no lifeguard on duty No unauthorized commercial activity Beach usage is […]
Registration begins May 5 at 8:30 AM sharp! The Town of Southampton Parks and Recreation Department’s recreation software program makes it easier than ever to sign up online for programs, to book facilities, to explore all our activities, and to get event information in one place! Please make sure that your Recreation account is updated and ready to […]
The Town of East Hampton – Building Inspector (Spanish Speaking) in the Building Inspection Department Under supervision, a Building Inspector makes field inspections of building construction, alteration and repair, and of land use and land or building development or modification. The incumbent ensures and enforces adherence to building codes, particularly the codes concerning structural safety […]
NY Post staffer Jeanette Settembre’s new novel, “Little Red Flags,” is based on a dark romance. Settembre’s summer fling in the Hamptons turned dark when her lover killed two in a drunk driving crash. She secretly visited him in prison, struggled with his control, then broke free to heal. The summer I turned 25, I […]
The Town of Southampton has partnered with CivicPlus to implement a new mass notification software. The new system will be able to issue urgent notifications, emergency instructions, and warnings, as well as routine communications to residents and visitors who subscribe to the system. Messages and notifications are capable of being transmitted by email, text message, […]
Today, the Van Scoy Burial Ground serves as a historical marker, preserving the memory of the schoolhouse, the Van Scoy family, and their unique arrangements with the town of East Hampton. While the original wooden structure has long since disappeared, the foundation stones that once supported the schoolhouse remain as a tangible link to the […]
At the April 28, 2026, Town Board Meeting, the Southampton Town Board voted unanimously on legislation put forth by Councilwoman Cyndi McNamara to waive beach parking permit fees for lifetime members of the fire and ambulance companies. In an effort to recognize the contributions made by these individuals, including their decades of service, dedication, and […]