OOPS…We Forgot Someone!
We inadvertantly overlooked someone in last month’s article about the renovation of the Guardhouse on Star Island Road by Steve Washburn. Our apologies to Chucky …more
Articles by Stefan
Wildlife Matters with Dell Cullum
August 2020: “Wild Life” Hi folks. I hope your making the best of this altered summer and staying healthy and safe while being careful, safe …more
Cover Photos by Jamie Loeb
by Sue Giustino The July and August covers of The Montauk Sun were photographs taken by Jamie Loeb. Jamie has been visiting Montauk since the …more
Surfing Montauk with Debra Rose
August 2020 Small Steps, Big Impact With so much emphasis on keeping ourselves safe, we have moved much of our lives outdoors. Eating, recreating, working …more
At The Animal Rescue Fund Of The Hamptons This Month
August 2020 Pet Food Drive and Distribution PET FOOD DRIVE Please join ARF in helping families in need in our community by donating unopened bags …more
Escape From Paradise with Ingrid Lemme-Chalut
“Taking the Waters” in Berkeley Springs, WV Much has been said, written and sang about West Virginia and having traveled extensively during the past few …more
At The Senior Nutrition Center…
by Patria Baradi Pacis July 2020 Birthdays Montauk’s traditional 4th of July fireworks display was cancelled due to the ongoing pandemic COVID-19, but that didn’t …more
A New Montauk Novel: “The Last Resort”
Story by Debbie Tuma Kay Tobler Liss had always thought about writing a novel, but it was not until she and her husband Peter Liss …more
Poetry Corner with Larry Spiro
August 2020 Please be safe and conscience of others. If you have any comments or poems send to larryspiro@aol.com. “Heart of the Buddha” is a …more
Fishing Montauk with Captain Skip
August 2020 Crazy times for sure, but what better, safer way to get outside and get fresh air, than going fishing! Bonus, you bring home …more
Montauk Fire Department Corner
August 2020 Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography (soniboy@aol.com) Good day and welcome to this month’s edition of the Montauk Fire Department Corner. I hope …more
Brain Waves with Debra Rose
The Time Is Always Now Frequent encounters with danger are a part of life…making you inwardly strong…instilling in you a profound awareness of life…bringing new …more
MONTAUK CIRCLE BURGER…If you think they’re just burgers, you’re mistaken!
by Sue Giustino Montauk Circle Burger has expanded its menu and is even offering summer specials. Right on the circle in the center of town, …more
Duryea’s Lobster Deck
by Sue Giustino Lobster, Raw Bar, Fish, Octopus, Clam Bake, Towers, Chowder, salads… the options encompass quite an array of unique, delicately prepared dishes- even …more
El Taco Olé: Authentic Regional Mexican Food on Main Street
by Sue Giustino Nestled among the markets and shops at the east end of Main Street, this authentic regional Mexican food restaurant stands out in …more
Insightful Impressions…Astrology Outlook with Francine Tesler
August 2020 This Month the sun will enter Leo. Most people will find themselves taking on new leadership roles and will attract a lot of …more
Should CO-OP Owners Purchase Liability Insurance?
Dear Co-op Owners, Many co-op owners have concerns regarding their personal exposure to liability lawsuits in the event that someone gets injured while renting their …more
A Decade of HIFF
by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel We have attended more than a decade of Hampton International Film Festivals (HIFF) and the selections have featured a wide range …more
A Montauk Love Story On Its Way To The Theaters
by Debbie Tuma What’s better as a “summer read” than a good love story? And in these trying times, especially, we could all use some …more
East End Inshore Journal with Paul
August 2020 Although tropical storm Fay had moved into Eastern Canada by July 12th, it’s remnants remained when we left the dock on Monday July …more
Summer Tips For A Healthy Heart
by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel For months now all of us have been anxious to get outside, enjoy the sunshine, beaches and get moving! It’s the …more
Montauk’s Unexpected Poet/Playwright
Among the surf tribes that set up at Ditch Plains beach is the Intonato family, Montauk residents, and regulars for many years. Ben is …more
At The Senior Nutrition Center…
June Birthdays by Patria Baradi Pacis It’s been more than three months since the seniors of Montauk got together for lunch at the Nutrition Center …more
Rest In Peace Margaret Goll
Margaret Goll affectionately known as Mom, Peggy, Peg, Peg ‘O My Heart and “Leo” passed away peacefully on Sunday May 3rd, at her residence in …more
Good News Planet with Paul Sladkus
Dear Montauk Sun Friends, I live in New York City on the Upper West Side. I just spent a week in Montauk at the Montauk …more
Riverhead Welcomes a New Distillery to the Old Riverhead Firehouse – ‘Montauk Distilling Co.’
…by Sue Giustino… Sharing the space with their neighbors, the North Fork Brewery, in the old firehouse thus turning the entire building into a place …more
Swallow East – a Fine Shared American Fare Dining Experience
…by Sue Giustino… Opening their doors in Montauk in the summer of 2012, Swallow East has been welcoming new and returning diners ever since. …more
Wave Crave @ the Wavecrest…
a special hidden-away delight …by Sue Giustino… Back for another season, Colleen and Chef Steve along with a new addition, assistant Chef Ron Marcotrigiano are …more
Montauk Fire Department Corner
Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography (soniboy@aol.com) Hello, and welcome to this month’s issue of Montauk Fire Department Corner. I have good news to report …more
Local Contractor Restores Guardhouse on Star Island Road
…by Sue Giustino… During a time when all news seems to be bad news, local contractor Steven Washburn (of Washburn Construction and MontaukPool.com) is …more
Brain Waves with Debra Rose
Perception is Reality Never before in recent history have so many of us been contemplating existential questions and re-evaluating our lives. While some see …more
Surfing Montauk with Debra Rose
East Coast Surfing Hall of Fame’s Newest Member, Tony Caramanico If you have spent just one or many summers surfing breaks around Montauk, chances …more
East End Offshore Journal
by Paul During the Hoops Off-season I sometimes get to go out to sea. On Friday June 12th, I went on an overnight trip to …more
At The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons This Month
July 2020 Animals of the Month Simba: Simba is nine years old, and she is a rarity among orange tabbies, as most are typically male. …more
R.I.P. Vincent Christopher Carillo
December 25, 1939 – May 26, 2020 Vincent Christopher Carillo was born in 1939 on Christmas morning in his family’s home on Ashford Street …more
Soccer’s Nottingham Forest Gets A “Kick” Out Of Music’s Tom Wardle
by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel If over the last few years you’ve dined out in some Hampton hot spots, then surely you would have listened …more
Poetry Corner with Larry Spiro
July 2020 The ensuing poem was written by Gerome Flynn. It is written in a pentameter syllabic format. I hope you remain safe and find …more
The 1980’s…what a ‘Gnarly’ Decade
by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel I guess we watched a lot of television back in the 80’s. For that period, I thought the shows were entertaining …more
Insightful Impressions…Astrology Outlook with Francine Tesler
July 2020 Now is a good time to concentrate on what is important to focus on. Also this focus should be on how to find …more
Escape From Paradise with Ingrid Lemme-Chalut
Treetop Adventures at the Mountain Lake Lodge near Blacksburg, Virginia! Originally we’d discovered this 2,600 acre nature preserve high up in the Blue Ridge …more
EarthTalk…Questions and Answers About Our Environment
July 2020 Dear EarthTalk: I am adding a deck onto my house this summer and wonder which decking materials (wood or otherwise) are the greenest? …more
Wildlife Matters…with Dell Cullum
Snakes of the East End Happy summer everyone. I hope this month’s column finds everyone healthy and less stressed than the past couple months. This …more
Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation Launches Food Bank to Feed Long Island Families in Need
Dorothea and Jon Bon Jovi create JBJ Soul Kitchen Food Bank to serve communities across the East End of Long Island The Jon Bon Jovi …more
Here’s To Our Teachers!
by Sue Giustino Everyone who remembers his own education remembers teachers, not methods and techniques. The teacher is the heart of the educational system. – …more
Look Who’s Doing Take-out
It’s an unusual start to our 2020 summer season, but until the ban on in-person dining at restaurants and Bars is lifted Take Out …more
MONTAUK MUSIC FESTIVAL…ONLINE
Well 2020 won’t be remembered for its great summer concerts – but oh, it will be remembered! Last month we had to cancel the …more
MOVING NEW YORK FORWARD… A Guide for Re-opening
Governor Cuomo outlined a plan to reopen New York State. Our plan focuses on getting people back to work and easing social isolation without …more
Dock to Dish…Supporting Our Local Fishermen
Founded in 2012, Dock to Dish® is the original Community-Supported Fishery of New York. Sean Barrett and Rudi Bonicelli, in partnership with the Concerned Citizens of …more
Fishing Montauk with Captain Skip
June 2020 Has to be one of the coldest Springs in years! Crazy weather, a frost warning last week, wind constantly blowing every day, so …more
EarthTalk…Questions and Answers About Our Environment
Dear EarthTalk: Every day when I pick up my kids at school, all the parents wait in their cars with the engines running. Is …more
People Helping People…Montauk Food Pantry
by Sue Giustino Last month I had a chance to speak with Alice Houseknecht from the Montauk Food Pantry– located in the lower level of …more
Montauk Fire Department Corner June 2020
Hello, and welcome to this month’s edition of the Montauk Fire Department Corner. I’m sure we are all sharing the same feelings, having gone through …more
Escape from Paradise with Ingrid Lemme-Chalut
March 2020 Israel…Fascinating, Educating, & Eye-opening! Israel was on my bucket list since the days I got hooked on travel in my late thirties, but …more
“Chalk” Another One Up For The Sun’s May Cover Artist, Kara Hoblin
In honor of International Nurses’ Day this past May 12th, Kara Hoblin made a special coloring sheet for Crayola from the original chalk drawing …more
At ARF Hamptons This Month
June Animals of the Month CATHY: Cathy is a three-year-old low-maintenance kitty who recently came to ARF from a partner municipal shelter on Long Island. …more
Surfing Montauk with Debra Rose
Surfing This Summer – Brace For Impact You Can’t Stop the Waves But You Can Learn to Surf – Jon Kabat-Zinn This will be a …more
Remembering My Brothers On Father’s Day
by Patria Baradi Pacis Losing one brother is bad enough but losing two in less that a year is unbearable especially when the four of …more
Brain Waves with Debra Rose
June 2020 The Art of Practicing Patience After the Rain Comes the Rainbow We are being tested like never before. Life at the moment is …more
Remember Your Favorite Teachers?
by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel With schools closed now for over two months and parents now part of home schooling, there are so many thoughts about …more