Peconic Star Fleet went belly up after more than four decades after losing its lease to dock at a Greenport marina, the company said Tuesday.
The popular fishing charter company, which was anchored at the Railroad Dock, has offered all-day excursions since 1982.
“Out of business, lost our lease,” the company said on its website. “From Capt. Dave Brennan to Capt. Arnold ‘Speedy’ Heubert, it was a great run. Thanks to all our great and loyal customers.”
Paul Ripperger, known to countless charter customers as “Captain Paul,” said Peconic Star owner Mr. Heubert sold off both vessels. The company had its last sailings earlier this week.
“Well that’s it. The party is over,” Mr. Ripperger posted on Facebook over the weekend. “After more than 45 years of serving the North Fork and Long Island fishing communities, the Peconic Star Boats have [sailed] our last trip. It was a bit of a somber day spent with lifelong friends.”
The Suffolk Times reached out to Mr. Heubert for comment.
The village took over the lease from the county in 2014, The Suffolk Times previously reported.
Greenport village officials did not return a call seeking comment.
This story will be updated as more information becomes available.