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🐝 Putting Some Rules on Paper

Protocols Start Taking Shape, Middle School Takes the Stage, Camera Drama

Thomas Loncar
August 13, 2026

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Good Morning, North Fork! The phrase “no rush” has never stopped anyone from immediately feeling rushed.

In today’s North Fork Buzz:

Protocols Start Taking Shape
Middle School Takes the Stage
Camera Drama

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Protocols Start Taking Shape 📋

Southold officials are putting some rules on paper for how the town responds when federal immigration enforcement operations happen locally.

The Town Board is aiming to have a draft resolution ready for its Aug. 25 meeting, covering police protocols, communication with the public and other agencies, and how quickly Town Board members are notified when something is happening.

One piece already taking shape: Southold Police would serve in a peacekeeping role during immigration raids, with the goal of de-escalating potential conflicts between residents and federal agents.

The highest ranking supervisor available would also notify the town’s police commissioners rather than waiting for word to work its way all the way up the chain of command.

Get the full story 👉 East End Beacon

Middle School Takes the Stage 🎭

Friendships, crushes, bar mitzvah planning and all the wonderfully awkward drama of being 12 are headed to the North Fork Community Theatre this weekend.

“13 the Musical” makes its NFCT debut tonight, with a cast of 20 tweens and teens from across the North Fork. The show follows 12 year old Evan Goldman as he navigates a move, new friendships and the very serious middle school business of planning the perfect bar mitzvah.

Director Nancy Magel said part of the fun is seeing young actors actually get to play characters their own age, middle school drama performed by people who understand middle school drama firsthand. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

Camera Drama 📹

The controversial Flock camera at Manhasset Avenue and Main Road in Greenport has been vandalized for the second time in two months, this time getting splattered with fresh red paint.

And it’s not the only camera having a rough summer. Another near the Main Street traffic circle was painted and later struck by a car, leaving tire tracks behind. That camera has since been removed. A third in Peconic was mysteriously turned away from the road before being repositioned.

Residents have raised concerns about privacy, Fourth Amendment protections and whether license plate data can be shared with outside agencies.

Police Chief Steven Grattan has defended the technology, saying officers use the cameras to investigate crimes and help locate missing people. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

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Happenings: Weekend Preview

Friday

🛍️ Summer Stroll A summer evening is even better with a little shopping and live music mixed in. Head to Rowan Craft Boutique & The Loft, 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, 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, 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. 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 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

🤠 Line Dancing Lessons Dust off those boots and learn a few moves made for the dance floor. The Mattituck-Laurel Library will cover basic country line dancing steps and dances. More Info

🧠 Local Maritime Trivia Think you know your way around the waters of the East End? Put that local knowledge to the test with a round of maritime trivia at the East End Seaport Museum. More Info

⛵ Wine Cruise Trade the tasting room for open water with an evening cruise across the Peconic Bay. Sip Bedell wines as the sun goes down, with a local raw bar plus cheese and charcuterie along for the ride. More Info

🔮 Psychic Reading Wine tasting meets a little soul searching at Sannino Vineyard, with Kathrine Mitchell offering a soul level psychic reading. More Info

🎨 Artist Showcase Meet Ally Gaudioso at Bridge Lane Wine and explore her vibrant acrylic and oil pastel works, inspired by the natural world and those quiet moments that make everything slow down for a bit. More Info

Saturday

🎶 Hallockville Hootenanny Head to Hallockville Museum Farm, 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 as Standard Hose Company 4 serves up its 49th Annual Chicken BBQ. Grab a hearty meal, support the Greenport Fire Department. More Info

🌸 Pop Up Market Farmer Allie of Deep Dive Farm is popping up at Main Road Biscuit Co. with armfuls of stunning, locally grown flowers. Consider it a perfectly reasonable excuse to buy yourself a bouquet. More Info

🌅 Sunset Market Shopping local comes with a pretty great view at the first ever Sunset Market at Kenney’s Beach. Browse local vendors and grab food and drinks from community businesses, all while the sun puts on its nightly show over the beach. More Info

🎸 Blues Night The blues are back at the North Fork Arts Center for a night rooted in great music and even better stories. More Info

🎆 Fireworks Orient Harbor is getting the full summer night treatment with fireworks lighting up the sky over the water. More Info

🍽️ A Journey into Dreams One long table, twenty seats, and five courses under the summer sky set the scene for an intimate evening at The North Fork Apothecary. Each course is built around a teaching about the dreams you are already having. More Info

🦞 Seafood Boil Chef Braxton Decker and the team from acclaimed Upper East Side restaurant Marlow East are heading east for a summer seafood boil at Sparkling Pointe. More Info

🌿 Plant Dyeing See what kind of color can come straight from nature during a plant dyeing workshop at Sang Lee Farms. More Info

🀄 Summer Fun Ice cream and mahjong are already a pretty solid pairing, but this afternoon adds plenty more to the mix. Head to Third Culture Club for delicious bites and drinks, live music, outdoor activities, and a whole day made for hanging out. More Info

Sunday

🍷 VIP Blending At Sannino Vineyard, Anthony Sannino takes you behind the scenes with a vineyard, production facility, and barrel cellar tour paired with tastings throughout the experience. After a light lunch, step into the role of winemaker, learning the art of blending and crafting your own custom bottle. More Info

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