Montauk Columns

by Dell Cullum One of the more common species of wildlife here on the east end is the raccoon, and although their natural habitat is …more

by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel After another fantastic summer in Montauk that saw a host of fabulous events, it seems time flew by in the blink …more

  by Debra Rose Fall has suddenly become a marketing darling for all things Pumpkin. Lattes, beer, and most snacks scooped up at Trader Joe’s. …more

  Dear Montauk Friends, What Does Peace Mean to YOU? Good News was honored to produce: The Peace Day Party (Woodstock Forever: Peace, Love & …more

Mary Frances McDonald Ecker loving mother of Edward V. Ecker, Jr., Cheryl Ecker Bloecker, and Catherine Ecker Flanagan passed on August 19, 2018 at the …more

  I suppose crazy weather brings crazy fishing!! It’s been an active season so far, great action for just about all species, with the exception …more

…by Sue Giustino… About a year ago Mary Pettit – a friend of mine from work – and her online book obsessed friend, Jennifer Allabastro …more

…by Patria Baradi Pacis July Birthday Celebrants Birthday celebrants at the Senior Nutrition Center who were born on the month of July were Bill Schmidt, …more

Surfing the East Coast this Autumn The end of summer is often celebrated as the beginning of the best season for surfing. Crowds thin (a …more

…by Patria Baradi Pacis… After 31 years as the steward of the Montauk Point Lighthouse, Marge Winski has left us and moved on to Maine. …more

ARF Annual Bow Wow Meow Ball by Debra Rose On Saturday, August 18th ARF held their annual Bow Wow Meow Ball, to honor event designer …more

Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography (soniboy@aol.com) Hi, and welcome to the first Fall MFD Corner. With all of the hot and humid weather we have …more

Dear Montauk Sun Readers, Lucky you hanging out in paradise! Montauk! Or if you are reading this in New York City, the Good News is …more

…by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel… The sixteenth annual oldies spectacular Doo Wop show again lived up to its reputation of being one of the best nights’s …more

by Dell Cullum It’s no secret East Hampton Town has issues with trash and litter. Whether it’s a visual burden along our many roadsides, spread …more

Virgo (August 24 – September 22) — Happy birthday Virgo! Business decisions need to be made soon. There are three distinct paths you can take, …more

  The Montauk Sun would like to thank The Montauk Catamaran Company for supplying this month’s cover photo. Pictured is the Mon Tiki Largo. The …more

The Kentucky Castle, Versaille and Midway, KY Just recently we decided to travel to Kentucky and finally experience first hand what Noah’s Ark could possibly …more

by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel One of the East End’s most anticipated events is the Hampton International Film Festival (HIFF) and already the excitement for this …more

Aretha Franklin died on August 16, 2018, she was 76 years old. This column is dedicated to her life and contribution to our world as …more

…by Debbie Tuma… While most people think of visiting Block Island in the hot summer months, with its beautiful oceanfront beaches and vibrant nightlife, others …more

by Francine Tesler Leo (July 23 – August 23) — Happy birthday Leo! Your one little act of kindness will move mountains. You need to …more

by Sue Giustino INTERBORO to perform at Friends of Erin Event to benefit “Be The Match” at the Montauket on August 10th Bethematch.org is a …more

On Saturday, August 18th the Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons (ARF) (www.arfhamptons.org) will host the Bow Wow Meow Ball, to honor event designer David …more

Eulogy by Lenny De Fina Raymond …Cheech…Marisette…born on Fishers Island…Nov. 12, 1949…then settled in New Jersey…and who knew, once to be back here on the …more

Kentucky, The Shaker Village & Noah’s Ark I had no idea of what to expect from Kentucky other then awesome fried chicken and bourbon, but …more

by Patria Baradi Pacis The Montauk Observatory (MO), with co-sponsors Guild Hall and Northern Trust hosted two lectures: “Space Exploration” and “My Life As An …more

by Debbie Tuma If you love animals, and want to see them live healthy lives, then there is an amazing charity event that you should …more

Dear Montauk Sun Readers, INVITATION: JOIN US in strengthening the message for the International Day of Peace Celebration (193 UN countries agreed to Peace Day, …more

by Patria Baradi Pacis June Birthday Celebrants Montauk’s, long awaited perfect summer weather has finally arrived. The town is jumping and June birthday celebrants, Viola …more

by Debbie Tuma So far, Bay Street Theater, in Sag Harbor, has had two successful and brilliant plays with political themes, and they are about …more

Kenny: Why is there an energy crisis on the South Fork? Jessica: This is a very popular place, especially in the summer. The energy problem …more

Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography (soniboy@aol.com) Welcome to this month’s Montauk Fire Department Corner. I hope everyone is having a safe, happy and fun summer. …more