"I support The Star because . . ."

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

As the year hurries to a close, I am deeply grateful for what matters most to us in our newsroom on Main Street — you, our readers.

Every reader has a reason why they love The Star by subscribing, reading online, or sending letters to the editor. Some want accountability. Others want community connection. Together, they — you — ensure our newsroom remains independent and strong.

Here are a few voices from The Star community in their own words:

"The Star is a fantastic paper! Our family has been reading it for about 60 years!"

"Thank you for all that you do for the community."

"Why ask for the moon when we have THE STAR!"

"Please keep up the very good, and increasingly essential, work. The community needs local news and a free press."

"I’ve been reading your paper for 25 years and want to keep it going — you’re a vital community resource!"

"With gratitude for excellent reporting."

"The BEST paper in America!"

"Thank goodness for The Star!"

We invite you to be a part of The Star community and chorus of opinions. Add your voice — and your support — before December 31.

We can’t thank you enough,

David Rattray
Editor & Publisher

The East Hampton Star is fiscally sponsored by the Alternative Newsweekly Foundation, EIN 30-0100369. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. 631-324-0002. Information about gifts from donor advised funds.