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🐝 The Blank Canvas

New Response Plan, Party for the Park, Novel Lets the Walls Talk

Thomas Loncar
August 05, 2026

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Good Morning, North Fork! Summer reminds us that simple plans are often the best ones.

In today’s North Fork Buzz:

New Response Plan
Party for the Park
Novel Lets the Walls Talk

Ready, Set, Go!

The Lowdown

New Response Plan 🚓

Southold officials are moving toward a new police protocol that would have Town officers respond as peacekeepers, not participants, when other law enforcement agencies, including ICE, conduct operations in town.

Police Chief Steve Grattan said the proposed policy would send Southold officers to scenes where crowds gather or tensions rise, with the goal of de-escalating situations, documenting events with body cameras, and maintaining public order without assisting or interfering in federal enforcement actions.

Board members also discussed creating a standing task force to improve public outreach and review body camera footage after enforcement actions.

Get the full story 👉 East End Beacon

Party for the Park 🎉

As the U.S. Coast Guard Barque Eagle sails into Greenport for the national Sail250 celebration, the village is turning Saturday into an all day celebration that ends.

From 6-10 PM, Mitchell Park will be filled with live music from Deadwood and Friends, a Greenport Fire Department Marine Rescue BBQ, local oysters, craft cocktails, wine, beer, shave ice, family activities, and a slapshot challenge hosted with the New York Islanders.

The evening also celebrates Mitchell Park's 25th anniversary while kicking off the push to bring back Greenport's seasonal ice rink. The community is working to raise $100,000, with every dollar matched by Friends of Mitchell Park to help unlock funding for the $1.2 million state supported project.

Get the full story 👉 East End Beacon

Novel Lets the Walls Talk 📖

Author Catherine Harper didn't just write a historical novel, she let the house do the talking.

I Am the House follows the same North Fork home through generations of history, with the house serving as the narrator.

Inspired by a dream that revealed the book's ending before any characters or plot existed, Harper weaves together stories spanning the British Occupation, the Gold Rush, the Great Depression, the Civil War, and more. Along the way, readers meet both real historical figures and imagined residents whose lives reflect the changing North Fork.

Harper says her goal was to imagine the lives that could have unfolded within those walls. Drawing on years of restoring historic homes and extensive research into local records, she pieces together a series of stories that give the house, and the people who called it home a lasting voice.

Get the full story 👉 North Fork Sun

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Animal of The Week

Meet Nacho 🐾

Meet Nacho! This teeny tiny 9 year old Chihuahua may be pocket sized, but his personality is absolutely larger than life. Like any self respecting Chihuahua, Nacho is convinced he's the king of the castle, and honestly, we're not here to argue. He loves being carried around like royalty, soaking up attention from his favorite people, and returning the favor with plenty of cuddles.

Nacho is smart, spunky, and always keeps life interesting. He takes his time deciding who earns a spot in his inner circle (the same goes for his favorite snacks), but once you've been chosen, you'll have a devoted best friend for life. His big personality, hilarious confidence, and endless charm make him the perfect companion for someone looking for a tiny dog with a whole lot of heart.

Nacho is neutered, up to date on his vaccinations, and ready to find the person who will happily treat him like the little king he believes he is. If you've been searching for a pint sized sidekick with enough character to fill a whole house, Nacho is waiting to meet you.

Questions? Call North Fork Animal Welfare League at 631-765-1811

If you are interested in volunteering and helping animals like Nacho, contact Laura at [email protected]

Trivia Time 🧠

Your brain deserves more than scrolling and skimming. Each week we’ll hit you with one question designed to make you pause, scratch your head, and maybe argue with whoever’s sitting next to you. Think of it as a quick mental pit stop: a chance to flex your random knowledge, test your memory, or finally use that obscure fact you learned in 7th grade.

Just click one of the multiple choice answers to see if you got it right!

Find more info on the answer at the very end of the newsletter

What building appears on the back of the U.S. $10 bill?

Last Week’s Results

Last week we asked: Before it became a blockbuster movie, The Odyssey was one of history's most famous epic poems. Who wrote it?

Answer: Homer

90% of you got it right. Looks like all those years of high school English finally paid off.

Local Spotlight

The Blank Canvas 🤝

After a little more than a year of bringing the community together, Save the Container is looking toward its next chapter with plans for The Blank Canvas, a flexible gathering space designed around the people who will use it.

The vision is a welcoming spot for everything from workshops and craft nights to classes, celebrations, meetings, and pop up events. But before any plans are finalized, Save the Container wants to hear directly from the community.

A quick 2–3 minute survey will help shape what The Blank Canvas becomes, ensuring the space reflects the interests and needs of the people who call the North Fork home.

If you've ever wished there were more places to gather, create, learn, or celebrate locally, now's your chance to help influence what comes next.

The Blank Canvas Community Survey

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