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07.09.2020 Columns

Equal Time: Removing the sign from the burial site was a grave mistake

“Like a chain link fence just below the surface of the ground, all the families in Orient are connected.” George Ritchie Latham Jr. We Orienters are not only all...

06.12.2020 News

Oysterponds Historical Society moves to better understand slave history

The Oysterponds Historical Society is taking a big step toward a more complete understanding of history as it begins a study of a slave burial ground on Narrow River...

05.19.2020 Community

Embarking on virtual history: Oysterponds Historical Society offers lectures series via webinars

Time and place. When it comes to history, both are important. History involves connecting different time periods, the past and the present. Now the Oysterponds Historical Society has found...

12.06.2019 Government

New Marine III zoning to protect future of Plum Island ferry terminal

The Southold Town Board voted unanimously Tuesday night to approve a new Marine III zoning district for the Plum Island Ferry Terminal in Orient.

12.03.2019 Government

Town Board denies demolition of Skippers Lane home

The Southold Town Board unanimously denied an Orient couple’s appeal to demolish a home located in the hamlet’s historic district. The decision was announced at Tuesday’s Town Board meeting.

11.21.2019 Government

Southold Town Board to rule on appeal of proposed Orient teardown

The Southold Town Board has reached a decision on an Orient couple’s appeal to demolish a home located in the hamlet’s historic district.

11.20.2019 Government

Plan presented to add flood protection to Orient’s Narrow River Road

A wetlands restoration project proposed for Orient could turn Narrow River Road into a recreational path for residents.

11.03.2019 Community

Postcards donated to historical society tell story of bygone era

“Have just arrived here in a little sailboat from Sag Harbor with ten other fellows. Having a fine time. Yours, Fred.” This greeting, written in inky, neat script, appeared...

10.29.2019 Government

Public hearing set for Dec. 3 on zoning change near Plum Island ferry terminal

Residents will be able to weigh in on a conceptual new zoning district proposed for the Plum Island ferry terminal in Orient.

09.24.2019 Police

Cops: Boat burns while owners walk at Orient Beach State Park

A Connecticut couple left their boat anchored while they went for a walk on the Orient Beach State Park Tuesday, only to find the boat in flames when they...

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