Westhampton-Hampton Bays, NY|News|
Tax Rate Uncertainties Lead to High-End Home Sales
Higher capital gains tax rates, possible income tax increases on wealthy have some spending in real estate.

Higher capital gains tax rates, possible income tax increases on wealthy have some spending in real estate.

Pick up a gift locally for the technophile on your list.
Throw a holiday party, without the extra fuss.
William H. Masters III was arrested in Central Park back in May.
Hamptons favorite arrives in New York City.
Also in the week's news, new police chief named; beach replenishment plan approved.
It’s time to get the house ready for the holidays. The best way to start is with a fresh Christmas tree.
Also this week, news of the death of a local artist and daughter to famed artist hit home, while the sister of an actress was filming in the area.
Also on the East End recently, an East Hampton man charged with beating a Bridgehampton man with a belt.
Gayle Pickering steps down effective Dec. 31, The Sag Harbor Express reports.
The following information was supplied by East End police departments. An arrest does not imply a conviction.
Residents of erosion control districts will now vote in referendums.
Let us know how such a large sum of money would change your life.
Let us know how such a large sum of money would change your life.
Richards owned home on Southampton Village's Gin Lane.
Did you decorate your house for the holidays this year? Enter our "Deck the House" contest and you could win $100,000 for your local school district and $500 to pay your electric bills!
A round-up of blogs posted during the week of Nov. 19.
Also this week, a six-pound turtle was rescued in Springs.
Also this week, a local surgeon donates a portion of his proceeds to Sandy victims, and a business raises money for an animal shelter.
Also nearby, a Riverhead man charged with driving high with a baby and ramming a police car.