Description Food Insecurity in East Hampton Watch at 0:33: The Springs Food Pantry adds 6–7 new families weekly and now supports 1,300 individuals. Despite East Hampton’s upscale reputation, it has the highest poverty rate in Suffolk County. The pantry, run by volunteers, operates with a $1.2 million budget funded by donations and fundraising. State Recognition for the Montaukett Tribe Watch at 2:35: The NY State Assembly passed a bill to recognize the Montaukett Indian Nation, reversing a 1910 court decision that declared them extinct. This is the seventh legislative attempt, with Assemblyman Tommy John Schiavoni pledging continued support. Bridgehampton High School Valedictorian and Salutatorian Watch at 3:39: Avery McLeland and Sarah Capon were honored for academic excellence. Avery graduates with a 10.57 GPA and Sarah with 98.27. Both are active in academic, social, and community initiatives. Heart Failure Research at Ponic Bay Medical Center Watch at 4:41: A pilot study tests Barostim, a technology to improve heart function in patients with systolic heart failure. It may help avoid transplants by recalibrating natural body sensors. Montauk School Bond Proposal Watch at 6:13: Montauk school proposes a $38.4M bond to upgrade facilities. A vote is set for May 20. The current building received an "unsatisfactory" rating due to aging infrastructure. Sergeant Wayne Maada's Retirement Watch at 7:31: After 20 years in service, including roles as detective and community liaison, Sergeant Maada is honored with a traditional walkout. He is celebrated for building trust through his Spanish fluency. Traffic Signal Experiment in Southampton Watch at 7:46: A $67,000 trial will change signals to blinking yellow or green during peak hours on County Road 39, aiming to ease congestion and reduce use of side roads. Shinnecock Culture at Ma’s House Watch at 9:18: A multimedia exhibit at Ma’s House uses virtual reality to preserve Shinnecock stories and language. Created by local artists and linguists, it’s a tool for cultural preservation and education. Spring Celebrations in East End History Watch at 10:54: The “Inside the Archive” segment looks back to 1989 events like flower arranging at Sag Harbor Florist and a community music festival at Guild Hall.

Event Date 4/3/2025

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