Each summer, thousands of tourists flock to the Southold town beach. Nearby motels said they're concerned that they may skip the diminished beach and cost the town lucrative summertime revenue.

The intimate hamlet of Southold on Long Island's North Fork has an elite dining scene, a beautiful bay for cruising and a new waterfront hotel The Shoals.

Southold Town Board is looking to raise fees related to beach use. March 3, 2017 ... The board also is considering increasing seasonal beach passes for people staying at hotels from $40 to $ ...

The public hearing has been scheduled for May 28 at 4:30 p.m. at Southold Town Hall. The temporary moratorium was initially adopted in June, 2024 and was slated to expire on June 18, 2025.