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🐝 A Hidden Gem

Special Meeting on OLA Proposal, New Korean Restaurant, Historic Buildings Need Help

Thomas Loncar
August 04, 2026

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In today’s North Fork Buzz:

Special Meeting on OLA Proposal
New Korean Restaurant
Historic Buildings Need Help

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Special Meeting on OLA Proposal 🏛️

The Town Board announced that it will hold another special meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 4 at 2:30 PM to continue debating proposed legislation that would establish how Southold police respond during future federal immigration enforcement operations. The discussion had originally been scheduled for the board's Aug. 11 work session.

Ahead of the meeting, the town also posted additional background materials, the agenda, Zoom information, and supporting documents online so residents can review the proposal before the discussion resumes.

The proposed law would require officers responding to federal immigration actions to notify town leadership, document the incident, communicate with federal agents on scene, and, when practical, request identification from those agents. It would also officially establish Southold's Public Safety Task Force in town code.

Get the full story 👉 North Fork Sun

New Korean Restaurant 🍽️

Some of the best openings don't come with a big grand opening, they spread one recommendation at a time.

That's exactly what's happening at Blue Han Korean Kitchen & Café, which quietly opened on Shelter Island on June 21 and has quickly become a hidden gem.

Owner Annie Kim, who also owns Scarlett Rose Mindful Beauty salons in Greenport and Sag Harbor, had long dreamed of opening a Korean restaurant.

The restaurant's name reflects Kim's personality and story. "Blue" is a nod to her love of blues and jazz music, while "Han" represents the Korean emotion of resilience, longing, hope, and perseverance.

The menu focuses on authentic Korean dishes like bibimbap, kimbob, seafood pancakes, and spicy chicken, with staff happy to guide first time diners through unfamiliar flavors.

Get the full story 👉 Northforker

Historic Buildings Need Help 🛠️

The Cutchogue-New Suffolk Historical Council & Museums is seeking voter approval for a $60,000 annual tax levy to help maintain its six historic buildings, the Village Green, and the Old Burying Ground. If approved, the average property owner would pay about $21.52 per year, with the vote set for Aug. 25.

Executive Director Mark MacNish says the request reflects a simple reality: the volunteer workforce that once handled everything from mowing lawns to moving historic buildings has largely disappeared, forcing the organization to hire contractors for routine maintenance.

The need is growing, too. Four museum buildings need new roofs, with the Old Schoolhouse scheduled for replacement this fall. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

Selina II Is Home Again ⛵️

Nearly a century after it was built in Greenport, the Selina II has returned to its original home on Shelter Island, bringing with it a story of family, and tradition.

The 41 foot wooden catboat, built in 1926 at what is now Clarke's Shipyard, spent the last 25 years sailing Chesapeake Bay under Capt. Iris Robertson, who carried more than 60,000 passengers before retiring this spring. Rather than selling the historic vessel, her family passed it to the next generation, keeping a century long tradition alive.

That next chapter belongs to Luna Pearl Crowley, a Shelter Island summer resident and licensed captain whose own maritime roots run deep. Crowley learned to sail under the guidance of her great aunt, legendary mariner Pat Mundus, and now operates charter cruises aboard the Selina II from Dering Harbor.

Get the full story 👉 Northforker

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Happenings: Upcoming Events

🎭 Opening Night Middle school drama has never sounded this good. 13: The Musical follows Evan Goldman as he juggles new friendships, first crushes, and the pressure of planning the perfect bar mitzvah. Performed by a talented younger cast at the North Fork Community Theatre on Thursday, August 13. More Info

🦪 Oyster Experience There’s a lot more to an oyster than what’s in the shell. Spend Thursday, August 13, at Flavor Fork learning directly from Elizabeth Peeples and Stefanie Bassett of Little Ram Oysters as they share stories from life on the water, demonstrate the art of shucking, and explain how the North Fork’s bays create the distinct flavor of every oyster. More Info

🛍️ Summer Stroll A summer evening is even better with a little shopping and live music mixed in. Head to Rowan Craft Boutique & The Loft on Friday, August 14, for the Summer Stroll, where you can browse unique finds, enjoy live music, and soak up a relaxed night out. More Info

🥂 Summer Soirée Gala An elegant evening with a meaningful mission awaits at the Peconic Bay Yacht Club on Friday, August 14, as the ELIH Foundation hosts its annual Summer Soirée Gala. This year's celebration proudly honors Foundation Board member Samy Sabil. More Info

🦞 Lobster Bake Nothing says summer quite like a lobster bake. Head to Jamesport Farm Brewery on Friday, August 14, where Chef Jay Tepper of Ghost Kitchen will put a modern spin on the classic American feast. More Info

🍺 Sideshow Night Market A brewery, a night market, and a lineup of local makers. Head to Greenport Harbor Brewery in Peconic for their Sideshow Night Market on Friday, August 14. Bringing together craft beer, live music, fresh oysters, local vendors, vintage treasures, and handmade goods. More Info

🦞 Sea to Seat This is the kind of summer feast that calls for arriving hungry. Sea to Seat at North Fork Table & Inn on Friday, August 14 features a generous spread of lobster, shrimp, mussels, clams, corn, and more. Save room for peach cobbler à la mode and three exclusive Mount Gay cocktails. More Info

🎶 Hallockville Hootenanny Head to Hallockville Museum Farm on Saturday, August 15, for the Hallockville Hootenanny, featuring five live bands, food trucks, local vendors, and plenty of room to kick back and enjoy a summer day on the farm. More Info

🍗 49th Annual Chicken BBQ A summer tradition returns on Saturday, August 15 as Standard Hose Company 4 serves up its 49th Annual Chicken BBQ. Grab a hearty meal, support the Greenport Fire Department. More Info

🎩 The Magic of Amore Magic is back on the lawn for another summer evening of family fun. For the sixth year in a row, Oysterponds Historical Society welcomes the incredible Amore to the Old Point Schoolhouse on Wednesday, August 19. More Info

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Local Spotlight

Sushi Tuesdays 🍣

If your Tuesday dinner plans usually start with, "I don't know, what do you want?" here's an easy answer: Anker is rolling out Sushi Tuesday.

Instead of the full menu, Tuesdays feature a curated lineup of favorites, including fresh sushi, buttery lobster rolls, fish tacos, crab cakes, and clam chowder. It's a simpler menu, but one packed with the dishes people come back for again and again.

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