United States Geological Survey Archives

02.19.2025 Featured Story

How low can it go? Extreme low tides in the bay

Dog walkers, birders and avid fishermen alike have been stumped by the recent low tides along the Peconic Bay shoreline as winds whipped through Long Island’s East End. According...

10.11.2024 Featured Story

Shelter Island Reporter Letters to the Editor: Oct. 10, 2024

Note to letter writers: Letters endorsing a candidate or candidates for the election, or commenting on ballot referendums, with early voting starting Oct. 26, will not be accepted for...

05.06.2024 Featured Story

Shelter Island water levels at near historic high: Good news at critical time for demand

Islanders may decry rainy weekends and flooding that closed some roadways for short periods last month, but what may have spoiled a few events has been excellent in recharging...

03.20.2024 Featured Story

Shelter Island Town Board report: New towing rates in effect, annual Easter Egg Hunt on tap

By a 4-0 vote, the Town Board Monday night approved increases in towing rates, as had been suggested by Police Chief Jim Read. The rates apply to vehicles that...

02.07.2024 Featured Story

Shelter Island Councilman confronts Water Advisory Committee chairman at meeting: Town Engineer explains water data

The Town Board got a first look Tuesday afternoon at a draft of a letter and supporting materials developed by the Water Advisory Committee to inform residents of results...

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