Community Corner
Week in Review: Woman Dies in County Road 39 Crash; Luxury Car Thefts Plague Hamptons
Also in the week's news: House speaker heads to Southampton; toxic algae appears in Southampton waterways.
Take a look page at the week's top headlines and some news you may have missed.
Click the headlines for more on each story.
Carissa Castillo of Shirley Identified as Victim in Southampton Crash
A 29-year-old Shirley resident and mother of two died Thursday morning when the SUV she was behind the wheel of collided with a bus on County Road 39, according to Southampton Town police.
Pelosi to Visit the Hamptons in Support of Bishop
Two fundraisers set for this weekend in Southampton and East Hampton.
Toxic Algae Appears in Southampton Waterways
Officials said this is not the first time the blue-green bacteria has appeared in local waterways.
Man Busted in 7-Eleven Sting Denied Bail
Malik Yousaf was deemed a flight risk by a federal judge.
Delays Expected on Longview Road for 1 to 2 Weeks
Shinnecock Hills motorists affected.
SOUTHAMPTON TOWN
500 Take the Pledge to Recycle and Reuse
For the second summer in a row, the Town of Southampton gave away reusable, canvas tote bags to residents willing to pledge to reduce, reuse, and recycle when it comes to plastic bags.
Two Historical Homes Receive Landmark Status
Southampton has now preserved 16 homes through it's landmarks preservation program.
COMMUNITY
Shinnecock Powwow Celebration to Mark Summer's End
The 67th Annual Powwow is coming up this Labor Day weekend.
Southampton Boy Scouts Take Part in National Jamboree
Troop 58 boys spend 10 days in West Virginia for Scouting gathering.
POLICE
A String of Luxury Car Thefts Hits the Hamptons
Luxury cars are a dime a dozen in the Hamptons, but there are some car thieves who seem to realize exactly what they're worth.
Crimes Nearby: Former South Carolina Treasurer Arrested in East Hampton
Thomas Ravenel is out on bail after drunken driving charge.
Man Threatened with Knife Over Parking Space
Also in the logs this week in Southampton Village, road rage incident leads to drunken driving arrest.
Incident Reports: $500 Stolen From Purse Left in Shopping Cart
Crimes and suspicious incidents recently reported to the Southampton Town Police Department.
Town Police Log: Man Punches Out Car Window After Accident
Arrests through July 22.
ARTS
Photos: Art Southampton Kicks Off Modern Art Fair
Opening night benefits Southampton Hospital.
Kids Can Create Masterpieces in New Water Mill Studio
Studio Art in Water Mill offers place for kids to explore their love of art.
BENEFITS
Photos: 4th Annual Unconditional Love Gala
200 were in attendance at the event that benefits the Southampton Animal Shelter.
Celebs and Culinary Connoisseurs Turn Out for Chefs & Champagne
Andrew Zimmern honored at annual James Beard Foundation fundraiser.
CIRCUS IN TOWN
Circus Protestors Plan Demonstrations
Others say the animals are well-cared for.
Circus Comes To Town, Performers Talk Life Under Big Top
Ever wonder what it would be like to travel with the circus?
BUSINESS
Flying Point Spa Pampering Clients Through First Summer
Individual paraffin treatments one of the nail salon's featured services.
OPINION
Readers Sound Off: Cell Service in the Hamptons
Mobile users say cell service is terrible.
