Community

"Domestic violence affects everyone," noted The Retreat Executive Director Michele Pollock Rich. "It takes a coordinated effort by the community at large - law enforcement, advocates, community groups, schools - to combat domestic violence and declare that it will not be tolerated in our community."

The 33rd Annual Montauk Fall Festival will feature the Famous Clam Chowder contest, a special fireworks tribute honoring the Montauk Fire Department, a variety of activities for all ages, and other exciting happening.

The two-mile walk to the ocean is intended to promote responsible dog ownership and awareness of ARF.

"We are excited to be hosting the 2nd Annual 5K & 1 Mile Family Run at Stotzky Park in Riverhead to benefit our mission," expressed Tara M. Murphy, Program Manager of Maureen's Haven Homeless Outreach. "Register today to be part of the race day fun."

Southampton Hospital and the Coalition for Women's Cancers at the Hospital have several events planned throughout the month to increase awareness and raise funds to support local breast cancer survivors.

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we have three easy ways to support Southampton Hospital and the Coalition for Women's Cancers at the Hospital all throughout the month.

East End runners get ready to race this weekend as the Sag Harbor Lions Club, Blessings in a Backpack and Backpacks For Fellow Students are hosting Hamptons 5K's benefiting local causes.

The San Gennaro Feast of the Hamptons is returning to the East End for two days of incredible Italian delicacies, live entertainment, fireworks, artisans, and midway rides.

Southampton Hospital's Tick-Borne Disease Resource Center hosted its second public seminar at the Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor.

The Agawam Ferry Company and Southampton Village Mayor Mark Epley are hosting a 200th birthday bash for Pyrrhus Concer, a Southampton born slave who overcame slavery to live a life of great achievement.