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Good Morning, North Fork! Happy Arbor Day. Just in case you ever go on Jeopardy, this tree planting holiday was first documented in the Spanish village of Mondoñedo in 1594. The first American celebration? Nebraska City, NE in 1872.

In today’s North Fork Buzz:

• Sunrise Wind Farm

• North Fork Chess Tournament

• Foodie Friday

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The Lowdown

Will Sunrise Set? 🌅

The sun may not be setting on Sunrise Wind just yet, but clouds are definitely rolling in.

The 84-turbine offshore wind farm off Montauk, designed to power 600,000 homes, is under the microscope after construction was abruptly halted on a neighboring project, Empire Wind 1. That decision has left locals wondering: is Sunrise next?

Governor Kathy Hochul says not on her watch. She’s fighting to keep wind energy projects, and the thousands of union jobs they bring on course. Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine is also staying optimistic, backing Sunrise Wind and its clean-energy promise.

The project, led by Ørsted, is already under construction and set to wrap in 2026. But between rising costs, past project cancellations, and a nationwide tug-of-war over energy priorities, it’s not exactly smooth sailing.

Adding to the complexity: local towns have pressed pause on battery storage systems tied to wind power, citing fire safety concerns. So for now, Sunrise Wind’s future hangs in a breeze filled with politics, power lines, and public opinion.

Checkmate, North Fork ♟️

Mattituck Jr.-Sr. High just hosted the very first North Fork Chess Tournament, and it was anything but boring. Students from Mattituck, Riverhead, and Southold squared off in a 24-player strategic showdown that turned the school into a brainy battleground.

Riverhead swept the top three spots (someone’s been studying their openings), but Mattituck’s James Felakos held his own—making it all the way to the final four. Shoutout to the chess advisers: John Albers, Chris Strohsnitter, David Spinella, and Ivan Santiago for masterminding this cerebral clash.

Even students on the sidelines got into it, crowding in during free periods to watch the action or jump into casual matches. The vibe? Friendly rivalry meets intellectual intensity. The result? A checkmate-worthy success—and the first move in what’s sure to become a North Fork tradition.

Top Stories From The Week 📖

⚠️ Biotoxin Alert the DEC has temporarily closed Jockey Creek and Town Creek in Southold to shellfish harvesting after detecting saxitoxin. ($)

🍽️ Fork Yeah! It’s Restaurant Week From April 27 to May 4, 28 restaurants across the North Fork, South Fork, Riverhead, and Wading River are rolling out prix-fixe deals.

💰 Big Splash on Paradise Point A waterfront stunner on Southold’s Paradise Point just sold for a jaw-dropping $6.725 million—making it the biggest residential sale on the North Fork so far this year.

🚨 Southold’s Got a Brand New Zoning Code Southold’s first zoning code rewrite since bell bottoms were in style has officially landed. You can check it out (plus a snazzy new interactive map) at southoldzoningupdate.com.

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Foodie Friday 🍽

Forks Up Foodies—Long Island Restaurant Week Is Here

From Sunday, April 27 through Sunday, May 4, Long Island’s culinary scene goes prix-fixe fabulous. Over 140 restaurants are rolling out special menus, dishing up two-course lunches for $24 and three-course dinners at $29, $39, or $46.

Whether you’re into pasta, poke, or porterhouse, there’s something for every appetite. It’s the perfect excuse to try that spot you’ve been eyeing or return to an old favorite and pretend it’s for research.

Here’s where we are going, the menus they offer, and what we are excited to try.

🍽 Legends Waterfront views, North Fork flavors, and a vibe that’s equal parts classy and cozy. Legends in New Suffolk brings the best of both worlds: upscale dining meets laid-back pub charm.

Think fresh-caught seafood, farm-to-table produce, and a menu that somehow satisfies both your foodie friend and your burger-loving uncle. Menu

Our Choice:
First Course- Homemade Duck Eggroll
Main Course- Cacciopo
Dessert- Warm Reeses Peanut Butter Cup Cookie

🍽 Page Take a ride to the south side, tucked right in the heart of Sag Harbor, Page blends coastal charm with seriously elevated eats. Think New American dishes made with locally caught seafood, local produce, and greens straight from their in-house aquaponic garden (yes, really). Menu

Our Choice:
First Course- Crispy Fried Calamri
Main Course- Garganelli Pasta Bolognese
Dessert- Lemon Cheesecake w/ Blueberry Thyme Compote

Where are you going, What are you excited to try during restaurant week?
Email us at [email protected] and let us know!

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 Taproom | Gene Casey | 4-8 PM
Little Fish | Frank Palmeri | 6-9 PM
One Woman Winery | Nathan Peck Trio | 6-9 PM
Pindar Vineyards | Route 48 Band | 7-9:30 PM
Andy’s | Sahara | 7-10 PM

Saturday

Corey Creek Taproom | Haig Mathosian | 1-5 PM
Raphael Vineyard | The Libations | 1-4 PM
Bedell Cellars | Frank Palmeri | 1-5 PM
Pindar Vineyards | George Tebbitt | 1-5 PM
Jason’s Vineyard | The Atlantics | 1:30-5:30 PM
Clovis Point Vineyard | Natalia & Christian | 1-5:30 PM
Terra Vite Vineyard | Christiaan Padavan | 1:30-4:30 PM
Greenport Harbor Brewing (Peconic) | NY Frets | 4-7 PM
Eastern Front Brewing Co | North Shore Rockers | 5-8 PM
Little Fish | Jon Divello | 6-9 PM
Hotel Moraine | Jeff LeBlanc | 5-7 PM
Green Hill Kitchen | Jon Barton | 7-10 PM

Sunday

Corey Creek Taproom | Matt Bruno | 1-5 PM
Raphael Vineyard | Jason Dorsa | 1-4 PM
Bedell Cellars | Gene Casey | 1-5 PM
Pindar Vineyards | George Barry | 1-5 PM
Jason’s Vineyard | Renee Dangelo | 1:30-5:30 PM
Clovis Point Vineyard | Erin Chase | 1-5:30 PM
Terra Vite Vineyard | Paris Ray | 1:30-4:30 PM
Greenport Harbor Brewing (Peconic) | Blue Roots Band | 3-6 PM
Castello di Borghese | Ulysses Quartet & Paolo Bartolani | 5-7 PM | Tickets

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