Dan's Papers

Dan's Papers is a weekly lifestyle magazine that covers the Hamptons area in Long Island, New York. It was established by Dan Rattiner. The publication began with the Montauk Pioneer, which was first released on July 1, 1960. Today, Dan's Papers is published by Manhattan Media, a part of Isis Ventures.

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Whale Milk & the Very Rich

5 days ago | danspapers.com | Dan Rattiner

Visitors to the Hamptons may have noticed that the number of whales vaulting out of the ocean just offshore has dramatically increased in recent years. It’s such an exciting thing. Seawater sprays everywhere as they breach up, squeak out a chittering sound, arch overhead, and then bang down with a great crash to disappear into the deep. Experts have put forth theories about why this increase is happening.
Jim Gingerich Honors Powerful Women in New Series

1 week ago | danspapers.com | Oliver Peterson

This week’s Dan’s cover artist Jim Gingerich offers a look at his early career and new work, including his cover painting. A Conversation with Jim GingerichTell me about this painting. Your paintings can be quite varied across your total body of work. What is this series all about? Powerful women. Close Get the Full StoryNews, events, culture and more — delivered to you.
Suffolk Asked to Take Over East Hampton Town 911 Calls

1 week ago | danspapers.com | Timothy Bolger

2 minute 05/07/2025 The Town of East Hampton is asking Suffolk County to take over answering the town’s 911 calls after the town declined to renew its decades-long partnership with the Village of East Hampton, officials said. The town requested the change after contract negotiations broke down with the village, which will stop answering the town’s 911 calls and forwarding calls to town police dispatchers at the end of this year.
Ex-Abercrombie CEO Unfit to Stand Trial for Sex Trafficking

1 week ago | danspapers.com | Timothy Bolger

The former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch has been found mentally unfit to stand trial in Central Islip federal court, where his lawyers are fighting allegations that he led a Hamptons-based sex trafficking ring.
Palm Beach's Best Steakhouses, Seafood & Stylish Newcomers

1 week ago | danspapers.com | Beth Landman

It may seem counterintuitive in an oceanside resort area, but steakhouses abound in Palm Beach county, and here are our favorites:One of the most fun restaurants in the area is New York Prime, where an upbeat bar scene and live pianist gets diners on their feet. Service is impeccable and steaks, from petite New York Strip to a 40 oz porterhouse, melt in your mouth.
Celebrate Spring at the Waterdrinker Farm Tulip Festival

1 week ago | danspapers.com | Oliver Peterson

2 minute 05/06/2025 A must-visit for spring, the Waterdrinker Farm Tulip Festival has been underway since mid-April and it should continue through Mother’s Day weekend, May 9–11, if the weather is cool enough and the flowers allow it.
Playwright Robert Schenkkan's Latest Draws on His Roots

1 week ago | danspapers.com | Michael Malaszczyk

For Robert Schenkkan, it’s personal this time; it’s about Bob and Jean. A distinguished playwright for 40 years who has won a Pulitzer and a Tony, his newest play is a love story about his parents, told through the letters they wrote each other during World War II. As part of its world premiere, Bob & Jean, A Love Story, will open the season for Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor, beginning May 27.
Hamptons Council Rejects East End Subway Idea

1 week ago | danspapers.com | Dan Rattiner

SCENE ON THE SUBWAYJerry Seinfeld was seen on the same subway train between Bridgehampton and Sag Harbor as Jon Stewart and Tina Fey, but each of them was on a train at a different time, Seinfeld in the morning, Stewart in the afternoon and Fey around 7 p.m. Where were they going separately like this? Close Get the Full StoryNews, events, culture and more — delivered to you.
Celebrate Mother's Day with Buffets, Brunches, Booze & Bites

1 week ago | danspapers.com | Michael Malaszczyk

Whether you’re on the hunt for finding something to do with Mom on Mother’s Day or somewhere to fill your foodie fix, there’s all kinds of happenings taking place around the East End. Read on to check out all of the deliciousness that’s in store!Mirabelle Tavern has announced the return of their Mother’s Day Grand Buffet to be held on Sunday, May 11! The grand buffet will be offered from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at $75 per adult with children ten-and-under to eat at half price, plus tax and gratuity.
The Great Potatohampton Scare of 1978

1 week ago | danspapers.com | Dan Rattiner

Today, the East End hosts half a dozen smooth-running races every year. You lace up for a 5K or 10K, raise money for breast cancer, animal rescue, or the environment, and the cops keep traffic at bay. The Shelter Island Run draws more than 1,500 runners annually — polished, professional, and safe. But back in 1978? We had none of that.