Rep. Nick LaLota intensifies threats to cut federal funding for East Hampton due to new laws restricting local cooperation with ICE
Long Island Congressman Nick LaRota is intensifying his stance against East Hampton’s sanctuary laws, suggesting he might withhold federal funding for infrastructure if local governments don’t repeal them. Last month, LaRota put nearly $9 million in community project funds requested by East Hampton on hold after the city enacted two bills, initiated by Latino advocacy […]
East Hampton deli’s popular $120 lobster salad is now even pricier.
Two years back, a deli in Long Island made headlines by offering lobster salad at $120 per pound, and remarkably, prices have continued to rise since then. The upscale Red Horse Market, located in the affluent area of East Hampton, New York, has now raised the price of its luxury items even further. Today, a […]
Hampton residents grieve the shutdown of Estia’s Little Kitchen
Residents in the Hamptons are expressing their sadness over the closure of Estia’s Little Kitchen, a cherished local eatery. This humble Mexican diner is set to be replaced by a branch of a smoothie chain known for its pricey acai bowls, marking another loss of local charm to larger corporate entities. For nearly three decades, […]
Crane takes down sign from Minnesota Hampton Inn after hotel reportedly refused service to DHS and ICE agents
Crane Removes Sign from Hotel after Controversy On Thursday, images emerged of a crane taking down a sign from a Hampton Inn hotel near Minneapolis. This action followed accusations that the hotel had refused to accommodate U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and immigration officials. This particular hotel, previously branded with Hilton, lost its […]
Trump administration ends federal lodging approval for Hampton Inn Lakeville
GSA Removes Minnesota Hotel from Approved List Due to Refusal to Accommodate ICE The General Services Administration (GSA) has pulled the Hampton Inn Lakeville in Minnesota from its roster of approved lodging options for federal employees. This decision comes after the hotel declined to host ICE and immigration officials. Emails shared by the Department of […]
MN Hilton Franchise Hampton Inn Continues to Refuse DHS Agents Despite Apology — Parent Company Ends Relationship
Hilton Cuts Ties with Minnesota Hotels Over Policy Issue Early Tuesday, Hilton Hotels announced that its franchised hotels in Minnesota will be “removed from our systems” following incidents where they denied lodging to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officials who were investigating local misconduct. This decision stems from an undercover video released by citizen journalist […]
New Hampshire legislation plans to prohibit smoking and vaping at Hampton Beach State Park in 2027.
New Hampshire Considers Smoking Ban at Hampton Beach A proposed bill in New Hampshire aims to prohibit smoking and vaping at one of the state’s most frequented beaches and parks. Specifically, Senate Bill 596, which was introduced on November 25, targets Hampton Beach State Park and includes RV areas too. The plan is to implement […]
79 budget-friendly condos ignited a protest in East Hampton
Community Backlash Halts Affordable Housing Proposal in East Hampton A proposal to rezone agricultural land for 79 affordable condominiums has led to significant pushback from the East Hampton community. Nearly 3,000 signatures were gathered on a petition against the plan, causing it to be abandoned within a week. On December 2, developer Kirby Marcantonio, aged […]
Chargers bring Omarion Hampton off injured reserve for game against Eagles on Monday night
Omarion Hampton Returns to the Chargers The Los Angeles Chargers have announced that running back Omarion Hampton is being activated from injured reserve ahead of their Monday Night Football game against the Eagles. Hampton, a 22-year-old rookie and first-round pick from April’s NFL Draft, has been out since suffering an ankle injury during the Week […]
East Hampton aims to address unlicensed rentals as half of the listings are found to be illegal
East Hampton Weighs AI Measures Against Illegal Short-Term Rentals East Hampton is exploring ways to curb illegal short-term rentals, prompted by findings that about half of its nearly 2,000 properties lack proper licenses. With illegal bookings spiking in the region’s upscale neighborhoods, local officials attribute the rise to an influx of new investors. To tackle […]