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🐝 Paying It Forward

Local Collaboration, Diesel Spill, Movement at the Speedway

Thomas Loncar
July 09, 2026

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In today’s North Fork Buzz:

Local Collaboration
Diesel Spill
Movement at the Speedway

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Local Collaboration 🤝

Some of the region’s smallest businesses are getting a boost from an unexpected source: other local businesses.

At places like The Treatery in Jamesport, shelf space near the register has become a launchpad for fellow entrepreneurs. Personalized poems from Orient writer Kate Seward, crystal jewelry from Vibing High, and homemade Sicilian pasta sauce from Stefano DiBenedetto and Giovanna Russo all share space inside the bakery, with the makers keeping 100% of the profits.

For Treatery owner Christina Padrazo, it’s part marketing, part community service. After years selling baked goods from a food truck and farmers markets, she remembers how hard it was to get products in front of customers without a storefront. Now she’s paying it forward.

Farm stands, wineries, and specialty shops are creating mini marketplaces where small brands can gain visibility without the cost of opening their own retail space. The result is a local business ecosystem built more on collaboration than competition.

Get the full story 👉 North Fork Sun

Diesel Spill ⚠️

A partially submerged charter boat in Mattituck Creek has triggered a diesel fuel cleanup effort involving both the Coast Guard and New York State officials.

The roughly 60 foot vessel, believed to be associated with Timothy J Open Boat Fishing, has been sitting abandoned for at least a year, according to local residents. After taking on water last week, the boat eventually partially sank at a private commercial dock, leaving a visible fuel sheen on the creek and a strong diesel odor in the air.

Cleanup crews have deployed containment boom around the vessel, while the Coast Guard and DEC work to remove any remaining diesel fuel. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

Movement at the Speedway ⛽️

After sitting vacant for years, the former Speedway gas station in Mattituck is finally seeing some activity.

Crews began work this week removing underground fuel tanks, gas pumps, and other fueling infrastructure.

A construction sign posted at the site features the 7-Eleven logo. The convenience store giant acquired Speedway in 2021 and has converted many former Speedway locations into 7-Eleven branded gas stations.

For now, town officials say only tank and fuel equipment removal has been approved. The small station building is staying put, and Southold Town has not received any redevelopment plans or site plan applications for the property.

Get the full story 👉 East End Beacon

Jamesport Bazaar Is Back 🎡

The Jamesport Fire Department’s 71st annual bazaar and parade returns July 14–18, bringing five days of carnival rides, games, fireworks, sausage and pepper heroes, and plenty of nostalgia to the George Young Community Center grounds.

The parade remains the centerpiece of the week, bringing together fire departments and EMS agencies from across Long Island in a celebration of the volunteers who serve their communities year round. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

Finding the Funny in the Hard Stuff 📚

Annabelle Gurwitch has spent decades making audiences laugh on television, radio, stage, and the page. Now, the actress, author, and satirist is bringing that same humor to one of the most difficult chapters of her life.

The Murphy Brown, Seinfeld, and Dinner & a Movie alum will visit Cutchogue on Saturday, July 11 for a reading and signing of her new memoir, The End of My Life is Killing Me: The Unexpected Joys of a Cancer Slacker, at The North Fork Apothecary.

The book chronicles a life altering stretch that began during the pandemic, when a routine COVID-era doctor visit unexpectedly led to a diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer.

Gurwitch, who had never smoked and considered herself healthy, turned the experience into a candid and often funny exploration of resilience, friendship, aging, and what it means to live with uncertainty.

Get the full story 👉 Dan’s Papers

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Happenings: Weekend Preview

Friday

🌅 Sunset Cruise Set sail aboard the Peconic Star and watch the sun dip over Peconic Bay while sipping wines from Bedell Cellars. Local oysters, cheese, and charcuterie round out the evening. More Info

🪦 Old Burying Ground Tour History is hiding in plain sight at the grounds of the First Presbyterian Church. Hosted by the Southold Library, this guided stroll explores the oldest English burying ground in New York State. More Info

🇺🇸 The Run Up to the Revolution Southold Town Historian Amy Folk takes you through the local and national events that pushed the colonies toward revolution, covering the years from 1765 through August 1776 at Southold Historical Museum. More Info

🔮 Psychic Reading A glass of wine and a glimpse into what the universe might have in store. Kathrine Mitchell will be offering 15 minute soul level psychic readings at Sannino Vineyard, creating a relaxed setting for insight, reflection, and a little curiosity. More Info

Saturday

🏓 Pickleball Tournament A little friendly competition and a meaningful cause come together at Tasker Park. Hosted by the Southold American Legion, this pickleball tournament honors the legacy of Brendan Kelly while raising support for the American Legion and Walk to Valor. More Info

🎪 Mattituck Street Fair Browse rows of arts and crafts vendors, grab a bite from local food trucks, and enjoy live music throughout the day at the 48th Annual Mattituck Street Fair. More Info

⚔️ Living History Encampment Step back to the Revolutionary War era during this special celebration hosted by the Southold Historical Museum. The Living History Encampment brings America’s founding days to life with re-enactors and demonstrations. Fittingly timed for the nation’s 250th birthday. More Info

🎨 Buoys for the Bays Art show, fundraiser, and wine all wrapped in one as Borghese Vineyard hosts an evening featuring hand painted buoys transformed into one of a kind works by local artists, with bidding benefiting local bay conservation efforts. More Info

🌻 Grand Opening Celebration Flowers, crafts, sweet treats, and plenty of room to explore. Hortons Flower Farm celebrates its grand opening with a kid focused day of hands on activities and creative fun, all set against the backdrop of the farm's colorful summer blooms. More Info

💃 DANCE CLUB Start your weekend on a high note with DANCE CLUB, a 45 minute dance party workout set to original house music mixes at the Nofo Wellness Center. Easy to follow movement, great energy, and a welcoming, judgment free atmosphere make it the perfect way to move, sweat, and have fun, whether you're a seasoned dancer or have two left feet. More Info

🎨 Artist Reception: Paul Brooke Jr. Life on the water has a way of leaving an impression. Hotel Moraine welcomes artist and master captain Paul Brooke Jr. for a reception showcasing his latest collection, inspired by years spent working and exploring the sea. More Info

✨ Handmade Charms Tiny creations with plenty of personality. This hands on workshop at Veme Studios guides you through designing and crafting your own one of a kind clay charms. More Info

🎆 Peconic Fireworks Celebrate in style at Peconic Bay Vineyards’ 5th Annual Fireworks Show. Reserve a table or fire pit for dinner and drinks, or go casual, park your car, bring a picnic, and claim your spot on the grass. More Info

🎇 Shelter Island Fireworks One of Shelter Island's favorite summer traditions returns to Crescent Beach. As the sun sets and the shoreline fills with families, friends, and beach chairs, the night sky takes over with a colorful fireworks display over the water. More Info

Sunday

🌊 Beach Cleanup Hosted by the Southold Library, this beach cleanup at Iron Pier Beach in Jamesport explores how litter impacts local marine life while helping keep our shoreline a little cleaner. More Info

💐 Bouquets & Bubbly Fresh cut flowers, and a glass of bubbly at this hands on workshop at Rose Hill Vineyards with North Fork Flower Farm. Explore the art of creating loose, garden style bouquets using seasonal local blooms, with tips on color, texture, and stem selection along the way. More Info

🕵️‍♂️ Culper Spy Ring Espionage, coded messages, and a secret network that helped shape the Revolution. Historian and author Bill Bleyer visits the Shelter Island History Museum to tell the story of the Culper Spy Ring. More Info

🌿 Making Herbal Medicine A little garden wisdom goes a long way. Herbalist Kayla Barthelme leads this hands on workshop at Sang Lee Farms, covering the fundamentals of creating shelf stable herbal tinctures, from selecting the right herbs to understanding the extraction process. More Info

🍿 Community Movie Night This week’s feature at Saylor Beach House is Interstellar. Drive in, boat in, or walk in and settle in for a night under the stars. The first popcorn is on the house. More Info

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🐝 Paying It Forward

Local Collaboration, Diesel Spill, Movement at the Speedway

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The Lowdown

Local Collaboration 🤝

Diesel Spill ⚠️

Movement at the Speedway ⛽️

Jamesport Bazaar Is Back 🎡

Finding the Funny in the Hard Stuff 📚

Sponsored by Quilts by Kate Douglass

Happenings: Weekend Preview

Friday

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Live Music + Fun Breakdown

Thursday

Friday

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