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Good Morning, North Fork! Think of this as a quick catch-up with a friend who knows what’s going on.

In today’s North Fork Buzz:

• North Fork Supper Club

• Mercury Records Deal

• Fitness Friday

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Client-first, transparent, and thoughtfully strategic, the Principi Team is a trusted partner at every stage of North Fork living. Thinking about your next chapter? They’re ready when you are.

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The Lowdown

North Fork Supper Club 🍽️

Winter on the North Fork can feel a little long, but a new locals first dining club is giving us all a reason to get out of the house.

Launched in October 2025 by Southold resident Christie Moore, the North Fork Supper Club is a membership program designed specifically for year round North Forkers. The idea? Help local restaurants fill seats on slower nights while giving full time residents some dining out perks. Win-win.

For $40 a year with proof you actually live here, members score exclusive deals at a growing list of North Fork restaurants. The offers vary by restaurant and day, and members get a weekly email serving up all the latest goodies.

Even better? A portion of each membership fee goes back to local farms that keep our plates fresh.

Get the full story 👉 East End Beacon

Mercury Records Deal 🎹

Orient native Franklin Mastrangelo is officially taking his talents on the road, and onto the national stage. The Greenport High School grad has signed a multi-album deal with Mercury Records and is heading to Nashville to chase music full time under the name Frank Mastra.

If you’ve ever scrolled past a video of a guy absolutely pouring his soul into a piano ballad on TikTok, there’s a decent chance it was Frank. What started as posting music online quickly snowballed into viral videos, nearly 2 million views, celebrity comments, and even attention from American Idol producers.

Things moved fast from there. A manager slid into his DMs, labels started calling, and before long Mercury Records was flying him around to write and record with top musicians. Three days before his 21st birthday, the deal was signed. No big deal or anything. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

North Fork in Gold Leaf 🚒

Chances are, if you’ve driven around the North Fork for more than five minutes, you’ve passed a sign touched by Jim Fetten, even if you didn’t know it at the time. Since 1969, Fetten has been quietly shaping the look of our towns, businesses, and firehouses, one brushstroke and gold leaf at a time.

Originally on track to become an art teacher, Fetten took a detour after college and leaned fully into sign painting. After working at sign shops across Long Island, he eventually put down roots on the North Fork, opening North Fork Signs in Cutchogue.

When computers started changing the sign game in the ’80s, Fetten didn’t compete, he specialized. Finding his calling in gold-leaf gilding on fire trucks and emergency vehicles. Today, he’s the go-to artist for nearly every North Fork fire department.

Get the full story 👉 Northforker

Top Stories From The Week 📖

🏛️ A New Term Begins There were plenty of proud smiles in the room as 11 Southold Town leaders elected last November were officially sworn in on January 2 at the Peconic Lane Recreation Center.

🍇 New Vineyard Chris Ariens spent years telling other people’s stories, now he’s planting his own. One year ago, the longtime journalist bought a beautifully maintained 20-acre vineyard on Tuthills Lane in Jamesport, officially launching Theo Vineyard.

🧑‍🍳 Cooking The Homestead Way Larry Kaiser calls himself a farm chef, meaning the farm decides what’s cooking. Blemished tomatoes turn into marinara. Extra squash becomes ravioli filling. A jalapeño surplus? That’s how Tractor Fuel hot sauce happened. Nothing gets tossed, it just gets transformed.

🌮 Casa Amigos Is Back After more than a decade, Mexican food is officially returning to Greenport’s Third Street, as Casa Amigos Restaurante prepares to open later this month in the former Meson Ole space at 131 Third St.

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Local Spotlight

Honor Those Who Serve 🇺🇸

The Southold Town Salutes banner program is now open for sponsorship, and it’s a heartfelt way for the community to recognize the Veterans and active service members who have given so much.

In partnership with the Town of Southold, the Auxiliary of Griswold Terry Glover American Legion Post 803 will once again line Main Road in Southold with tribute banners beginning in May. Each banner is personalized with a photo, name, and branch of service, honoring a specific Veteran, active-duty service member, or member of the Reserve or National Guard.

Community members are invited to sponsor a banner in honor of a loved one, creating a visible reminder of gratitude that the entire town can share. The banners will hang from Memorial Day through Veterans Day, turning a walk or drive through Southold into a moment of reflection and appreciation.

Nothing in this section is sponsored. They’re just fun things you need to know. I’ll always let you know when something is sponsored

Foodie Fitness Friday 💪

You may have noticed something different today, we’re pressing pause on our usual Foodie Friday (don’t panic, it’ll be back) and rolling out Fitness Friday instead. January feels like the right time to shine a light on the local studios, trainers, and wellness spaces helping the North Fork get moving.

Whether you’re deep into New Year resolutions, revisiting an old routine, or just looking for a good excuse to leave the house and feel accomplished before brunch, this week is all about local fitness businesses. Consider this your friendly nudge to move your body, and start the year feeling a little stronger.

Here’s a breakdown of North Fork fitness offerings to get you inspired.

Body By Carrozza - in-home or in-studio personal training and group classes

Dottie’s Pilates Plus - comprehensive Pilates studio focused on holistic healing

Fitness Advantage - full service gym with 24-hour access

The Giving Room - yoga, Pilates, barre, and strength classes - Special pricing

Greenport Pilates, Yoga & Wellness - Pilates, yoga, and holistic health experiences - Winter special

The Heart of It - community-focused family fitness and wellness hub

Jill Schroeder Training - customized training and fitness coaching

Karuna Hot Yoga - hot yoga studio - Winter special

New Moon Health - yoga, fitness, Pilates, personal training, health coaching

Nofo Wellness Center - full service fitness and wellness center

North Fork Bodies in Motion - Tai Chi, Qigong, guided Qigong meditation, low impact aerobics, and strength training classes

North Fork Fitness - Pilates reformer private & group sessions

North Fork JiuJitsu - martial arts training programs for all ages and skill levels

North Fork Yoga Shala - yoga classes for all levels - in person and virtual classes

Underground Training - group fitness classes & personal training

Wicked Fit - upscale fitness & wellness center - New Year Special

Yoga Folk - yoga, Pilates, barre & sculpt classes - Intro Offer

What’s your go to type of fitness class and where? Email us at [email protected]. We want to hear from you

Nothing in this section is sponsored. They’re just fun things you need to know. I’ll always let you know when something is sponsored

Live Music Breakdown

Friday

Corey Creek | Brother Dave | 4-8 PM
Suhru & Lieb | Paris Ray | 5-7 PM
Main & Mill | Cassandra House | 5-7 PM
First & South | The Libations | 6-9 PM
Touch of Venice | Marty Attridge | 6-9 PM
Southold Social | K + R Music | 6-9 PM
The Clam Bar at Alize Brewing | Frank Palmeri | 7-10 PM
The Watershed | Mike Duca | 7-10 PM
Andy’s | Bridges feat. Joey Roche & Andrew T | 7-10 PM
Lucharitos | Karaoke with DJ Henry Eau | 9 PM

Saturday

Bedell Cellars | Frank Palmeri | 1-5 PM
Corey Creek | Bruce MacDonald | 1-5 PM
Pindar Vineyards | Haig Mathosian | 1-5 PM
Jason’s Vineyard | Erin Chase | 1-5 PM
Clovis Point Vineyard | Kath Galgano | 1-5:30 PM
Jamesport Farm Brewery | Vincenzo Mediate | 2-5 PM
Greenport Harbor Brewing (Pec) | Eagle River Band | 4-7 PM
Hotel Moraine | Julia King | 5-7 PM
On The Docks | Sahara | 6 PM
The Clam Bar at Alize Brewing | Ed Travers | 7-10 PM
The Watershed | Bill Shuren | 7-10 PM
Jamesport Meeting House | GUNK | 7:30-9:30 PM

Sunday

Bedell Cellars | Haig Mathosian | 1-5 PM
Corey Creek | Gene Casey | 1-5 PM
Pindar Vineyards | Erin Chase | 1-5 PM
Jason’s Vineyard | Paris Ray | 1-5 PM
Greenport Harbor Brewing (Pec) | Alien Surf Dogs | 3-6 PM

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