Bonackers
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Bonackers is the nickname for natives of East Hampton (town), New York.
It derives its name from Accabonac Harbor near Springs, New York.
Originally it referred to the native residents of the of community who supported the wealthy enclaves of Gardiners Island to the north and East Hampton (village), New York to the south. In current usage it was broadened to refer to natives (and often even long term residents) of East Hampton town.
East Hampton High School uses it as the official team mascot. No other school uses the name.
The name is also applied to Bonac Clam Pie.