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HOLLYWOOD, CA — The Dolby Theater's famous red carpet returns once again as the brightest stars begin to descend on Hollywood for the 96th Academy Awards. Well, movie lovers, it's time to get excited and get ready to watch the Oscars 2024 on Sunday, March 10.Jimmy Kimmel, last year's Oscar winner, returns to host the high-profile annual awards show for a fourth time. Along with the usual glitz and glamor on the red carpet, A-listers including Michelle Yeoh, Sally Field, Matthew McConaughey, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Brendan Fraser will grace the stage to present the most coveted awards for…

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SAG HARBOR, NY — PSEG Long Island is working to improve the reliability of the energy grid in Sag Harbor. The storm hardening work on the distribution circuit is part of several system improvements included in the “Power On” program, PSEG Long Island said.”We are working hard to reduce the number of outages that occur during severe weather by strengthening power lines that directly feed homes and businesses,” said Peggy Keane, vice president of construction and operational services for PSEG Long Island.Work began in early March and is scheduled to be completed by Memorial Day. PSEG Long Island contractors will…

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February 1, 2022 The city is now accepting applications for water quality projects under the Community Conservation Fund. The Water Quality Advisory Committee will rank and score projects based on the scoring criteria contained in the application materials. The deadline for applications is April 15, 2022. The Commission is accepting applications ranging from stormwater and sewer improvements to wastewater treatment and aquatic habitat restoration projects. The funding source, up to about $16 million for the year 2022 to help restore water quality, will come from 20% of the 2% annual CPF property transfer tax on real estate approved by voters.

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SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. — The Southampton School District board of education is considering purchasing a new building.According to the district, at the March 22 BOE meeting, a presentation will be made regarding the potential purchase of a building located at 300-310 Hampton Road to be used as a central district office and resource center at no additional cost to taxpayers. If given the go-ahead by the board, the community will then have the opportunity to vote on the purchase as a proposition during the May 17 school budget vote and trustee election, the district said.Funds to purchase the building will be…

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Information and photo via O'Connell Funeral HomeEugene “Gene” T. Raffel, of Southampton, died at Stony Brook University Hospital on Wednesday, April 1. He was 76 years old. Raffel was born on 15 May 1938 in Southampton to Joseph and Jennie Raffel. He graduated from Southampton High School, where he was a member of the football and golf teams. He married his wife, Camille, on 24 April 1957 and the couple lived in Southampton where they raised 5 children.Raffel was a lifelong cabinet maker and owned and operated ET Raffel Cabinets in Southampton for over 35 years where he developed a…

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This post was made by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.Surf:High onshore winds with SE winds this morning, slightly higher onshore this afternoon and eve.NOAA Marine Forecast:Winds SE 10 to 15 kt gusting to 20 kt, increasing to 15 to 20 kt gusting to 30 kt this afternoon. Seas 3 to 4 feet, building to 4 to 6 feet this afternoon. Slight chance of rain late.Water temperature: 41°–48°Wear 6/5/4mm or 5/4/3mm, 7mm or 5mm hooded boots and some 5mm or 3mm gloves.Find out what's happening in East Hamptonwith free real-time updates from Patch.Sunrise and sunset:6:09…

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Westhampton-Hampton Bays News | March 7 AG Investigates After Off-Duty Officer Hits, Kills Pedestrian, 86: PMAG Investigates After Off-Duty Officer Hits, Kills Pedestrian, 86: PMA Also: Stunned curator releases photo of Gilgo suspect: report / Bakery investigation: status / New Game Store / Transgender Ban / Child Porn: PD

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NORTH FORK, NY — A favorite event returns this week as the North Fork Chamber of Commerce presents its 12th annual Comedy Friday Night at Greenport Harbor Brewing Company.The event is being held at Greenport Harbor Brewing Company's Peconic location, located at 42155 Main Road. Wine, beer and food will be available for purchase. The lineup includes headliner Joey Kola, who has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Late Show with David Letterman and The King of Queens. She has also done the warm-up for Rachel Ray, Who Wants to be a Millionaire, Rosie O'Donnell and The…

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The Mariners pulled out of a game against the Bishop Mercy-McGann Monarchs on Friday due to disciplinary issues, according to Southampton School District Superintendent Scott Farina. “We had a report of student disciplinary issues surrounding the high school football program,” Farina said. Disciplinary action was taken against more than one student, he said, adding that an investigation was underway. “We couldn't safely play a football game,” he said. It was supposed to be their last game of the season. There are about 35 students in the group. Asked how many students it would take to continue the game, he said…

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This post was made by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.Sticks and Stones Comedy Club presents the Hamptons Comedy Film Festival this Friday evening, March 15th at the comedy club. Abby Russell's Comedy Club will be screening a curated selection of comedy shorts and immediately following, presenting a live standup comedy show on the MainStage at Sticks and Stones Comedy Club. Located at 25 Pond Lane, Southampton, NY 11968 (917-855-4828)The first Hamptons Comedy Film Fest featured Sarah Silverman's first film. Get ready to discover some of today's rising comedy and film talent! The Hamptons Comedy…

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