03.11.2026 News Local waterfowl die-off likely caused by bird flu Bird flu has been detected in geese tied to the recent waterfowl die-off in Jamesport, according to preliminary state testing. At least three Canada geese taken Feb. 16 along...
03.10.2026 Business North Fork oyster farms walloped by severe winter freeze: ‘Lost major chunk of our inventory’ The cold waters of the Peconic Bay account for the exquisite flavors of local shellfish from oyster farms. But this winter, the prolonged cold spell froze the bay into...
11.03.2025 Environment Peconic Bay 2025 scallop harvest remains poor The 2025 scallop season got off to a rough start in Peconic Bay on Monday, and the prospect of a bountiful haul is not looking good for the fifth...
02.18.2025 Environment What’s up with the low tide in Peconic Bay? Dog walkers, birders and avid fishermen alike have been stumped by the recent low tides along the Peconic Bay shoreline as winds whipped through Long Island’s East End. According...
10.02.2024 News Overturned boat in Peconic Bay leads to rescue The Cutchogue Fire Department responded to a report of an overturned boat Tuesday morning. Four individuals from the 24-foot craft were found in the water. The oyster boat was...
08.14.2024 Environment Town calls for volunteers to help Bay to Sound mission Imagine being able to walk across the North Fork from Peconic Bay to the Long Island Sound, enjoying bird song, wildflowers, and shady trees along the way. The Peconic...
08.06.2024 Environment Estuary group pushes for healthier lawns, protected groundwater The Peconic Estuary Partnership is educating the community on responsible stewardship of our natural lands, including residential lawns. The organization has launched a number of initiatives to address the...
11.10.2023 Environment Opening of season proves bay scallops are hard to find While the rest of us admire fall foliage, North Fork baymen look to nature for signs that predict the health of adult bay scallops. They watch the docks and...
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