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The Riverhead Town Board voted 5-0 Tuesday to approve site plan and special permit applications for Petrocelli's town square hotel.
Petrocelli hotel gains site plan, special permit approvals
The Riverhead Town Board voted 5-0 Tuesday to approve site plan and special permit applications for Petrocelli’s town square hotel.
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A proposed 20-room country inn and wellness retreat at a historic Jamesport farmstead drew cautious interest from Riverhead planning staff, but officials said the plan faces significant zoning hurdles.
Country inn wellness retreat proposed for Main Road Jamesport homestead
A proposed 20-room country inn and wellness retreat at a historic Jamesport farmstead drew cautious interest from Riverhead planning staff, but officials said the plan faces significant zoning…
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Photos of Sunday's barbecue at St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church in Riverhead.
Food, fellowship and fun at Ukrainian Catholic Church annual barbecue
Photos of Sunday’s barbecue at St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church in Riverhead.
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"We are as prepared as we could be," Riverhead Water District Superintendent Frank Mancini said. The district has hardened its systems against such attacks and continues to be vigilant.
Riverhead’s water district cyber defenses strong: superintendent
Federal agencies are warning that suspected Iranian-affiliated hackers are targeting U.S. water systems. Riverhead Water District says its cyber defenses have been hardened and it remains vigilant.
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"We are as prepared as we could be," Riverhead Water District Superintendent Frank Mancini said. The district has hardened its systems against such attacks and continues to be vigilant.
Riverhead’s water district cyber defenses strong: superintendent
Federal agencies are warning that suspected Iranian-affiliated hackers are targeting U.S. water systems. Riverhead Water District says its cyber defenses have been hardened and it remains vigilant.
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An appeals court struck down Riverhead’s 1,000-foot school setback for cannabis dispensaries, but upheld other zoning provisions and left the town’s 2,500-foot separation rule unresolved.
Riverhead loses key cannabis setback fight, but zoning law survives broader challenge
An appeals court struck down Riverhead’s 1,000-foot school setback for cannabis dispensaries, but upheld other zoning provisions and left the town’s 2,500-foot separation rule unresolved.
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“Rabbit fever” sounds whimsical — cue the Elmer Fudd jokes — but it’s no laughing matter. Last year, it nearly killed my husband.
Tularemia in Suffolk: My first-hand account of the rare disease known as ‘rabbit fever’
“Rabbit fever” sounds whimsical — cue the Elmer Fudd jokes — but it’s no laughing matter. Last year, it nearly killed my husband.
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What’s selling—and for how much? Follow local real estate activity with this week’s report of title transfers in Riverhead Town and adjacent Southampton Town hamlets.
Real estate transfers: July 31, 2026
What’s selling—and for how much? Follow local real estate activity with this week’s report of title transfers in Riverhead Town and adjacent Southampton Town hamlets.
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Can a seaworthy craft be constructed from only cardboard, duct tape and paint? Lots of people had fun finding out yesterday in Riverhead. Photos.
Cardboard boats race — and sink — in Riverhead: photos and results
Can a seaworthy craft be constructed from only cardboard, duct tape and paint? Lots of people had fun finding out yesterday in Riverhead. Photos.
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Police said the fraudulent emails request approval fees and include invoices and wire transfer instructions.
Southampton police warn of email scammers
Police said the fraudulent emails request approval fees and include invoices and wire transfer instructions.
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Southampton Town police said Santiago Barreto-Gomez, 20, of Riverhead, was arrested Thursday after an investigation into a March 2025 two-car crash in Flanders.
Riverhead man charged in 2025 Flanders crash that seriously injured two, police say
Southampton Town police said Santiago Barreto-Gomez, 20, of Riverhead, was arrested Thursday after an investigation into a March 2025 two-car crash in Flanders.
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Peter Giattino, 43, principal attorney at PVG Legal Solutions, is accused of stealing more than $855,000 from clients and others in legal transactions between 2023 and 2025, prosecutors said.
Suffolk DA: Wading River attorney indicted in theft of more than $855K from clients and others
Peter Giattino, 43, principal attorney at PVG Legal Solutions, is accused of stealing more than $855,000 from clients and others in legal transactions between 2023 and 2025, prosecutors said.
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Giunta's Meat Farms will acquire King Kullen supermarkets in a deal expected to close in September, the two supermarket chains announced Thursday.
Long Island’s King Kullen to be acquired by Giunta’s Meat Farms; Wading River store included
Giunta's Meat Farms will acquire King Kullen supermarkets in a deal expected to close in September, the two supermarket chains announced Thursday.
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The free community event offers a chance to meet police officers, see K-9 and drone demonstrations, police motorcycles and more. Free BBQ, ice cream and dunk tank too.
National Night Out event takes place Aug. 4 at Riverhead Town Hall campus
The free community event offers a chance to meet police officers, see K-9 and drone demonstrations, police motorcycles and more. Free BBQ, ice cream and dunk tank too.
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The Riverhead Police Department honored Officer Michael Mowdy Wednesday afternoon as he left headquarters for the last time in uniform.
Riverhead salutes retiring officer at the end of his 30-year career
The Riverhead Police Department honored Officer Michael Mowdy Wednesday afternoon as he left headquarters for the last time in uniform.
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The free community event offers a chance to meet police officers, see K-9 and drone demonstrations, police motorcycles and more. Free BBQ, ice cream and dunk tank too.
National Night Out event takes place Aug. 4 at Riverhead Town Hall campus
The free community event offers a chance to meet police officers, see K-9 and drone demonstrations, police motorcycles and more. Free BBQ, ice cream and dunk tank too.
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Suffolk County health officials said 11 mosquito samples collected earlier this month have tested positive for West Nile virus.
Eleven Suffolk mosquito samples positive for West Nile virus
Suffolk County health officials said 11 mosquito samples collected earlier this month have tested positive for West Nile virus.
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A flood watch is in effect for northeast and southeast Suffolk from 8 p.m. Tuesday through Wednesday evening.
Flood watch issued for Suffolk as slow-moving storm could bring 2-3 inches of rain
A flood watch is in effect for northeast and southeast Suffolk from 8 p.m. Tuesday through Wednesday evening.
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The 'Riverhead Air Force' drone racing team formed by Pulaski Street School's makerspace club competed in a competition in Seaford.
Pulaski students launch ‘Riverhead Air Force’ win honors at L.I. Drone Competition
The 'Riverhead Air Force' drone racing team formed by Pulaski Street School's makerspace club competed in a competition in Seaford.
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A new cyanobacteria bloom has been confirmed at Silver Brook Pond in Flanders, Suffolk County health officials said Monday.
Cyanobacteria bloom confirmed in Flanders pond
A new cyanobacteria bloom has been confirmed at Silver Brook Pond in Flanders, Suffolk County health officials said Monday.
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Riverhead Town Police are reminding residents of a newly enacted local law regulating e-bikes and e-scooters, including age limits, helmet requirements, speed restrictions and where the devices may be used.
Riverhead police highlight new local law regulating e-bikes and e-scooters
Riverhead Town Police are reminding residents of a newly enacted local law regulating e-bikes and e-scooters, including age limits, helmet requirements, speed restrictions and where the devices may be used.
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Peconic Land Trust is now in contract with Nassau County to buy the 4-H Camp property in Baiting Hollow. It still seeks Riverhead's participation in preserving the site.
With purchase of 4-H camp property teed up, it’s decision time for Riverhead Town
Peconic Land Trust is now in contract with Nassau County to buy the 4-H Camp property in Baiting Hollow. It still seeks Riverhead's participation in preserving the site.
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Riverhead highway crews are paving Sound Avenue between Roanoke Court and Sandpiper Drive today from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Road work today: Sound Avenue in Riverhead
Riverhead highway crews are paving Sound Avenue between Roanoke Court and Sandpiper Drive today from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Paddle Battle 2026 took place on the Peconic River July 25, 2026 with stand-up paddleboarders, kayakers and canoes of all ages competing in in 2.5- and 5-mile races. Photo gallery.
Paddlers battle on the Peconic
Paddle Battle 2026 took place on the Peconic River July 25, 2026 with stand-up paddleboarders, kayakers and canoes of all ages competing in in 2.5- and 5-mile races. Photo gallery.
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Northeast Stage brought All's Well That Ends Well to Grangebel Park Thursday evening, as part of its 2026 Shakespeare in the Park Series. Photo gallery.
Comedy, romance, trickery: Northeast Stage brings Shakespeare to Grangebel Park
Northeast Stage brought All's Well That Ends Well to Grangebel Park Thursday evening, as part of its 2026 Shakespeare in the Park Series. Photo gallery.
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The revised route, developed after public scoping sessions in 2025, would place the water main exclusively along state and county roads.
SCWA revises route for North Fork water main project
The revised route, developed after public scoping sessions in 2025, would place the water main exclusively along state and county roads.
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What’s selling—and for how much? Follow local real estate activity with this week’s report of title transfers in Riverhead Town and adjacent Southampton Town hamlets.
Real estate transfers: July 24, 2026
What’s selling—and for how much? Follow local real estate activity with this week’s report of title transfers in Riverhead Town and adjacent Southampton Town hamlets.
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Invoices show taxpayers were charged for hotel rooms, an $8,300 food-and-beverage tab, public relations strategy and more in GOP's failed lawsuits against Even Year Election Law.
Hotel rooms, banquet tabs: How the GOP fight against even-year elections cost taxpayers
Invoices show taxpayers were charged for hotel rooms, an $8,300 food-and-beverage tab, public relations strategy and more in GOP's failed lawsuits against Even Year Election Law.
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Riverhead police reported 127 criminal incidents in June, down from 150 reported during the same month last year, according to the department’s monthly activity report released July 16.
Riverhead police report fewer criminal incidents, more arrests in June
Riverhead police reported 127 criminal incidents in June, down from 150 reported during the same month last year, according to the department’s monthly activity report released July 16.
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The Town Board scheduled a public hearing on the proposed facility and authorized a lease agreement with Riverhead Volunteer Ambulance Corps .
New ambulance facility moves forward: Town Board July 21 meeting wrap-up
The Town Board scheduled a public hearing on the proposed facility and authorized a lease agreement with Riverhead Volunteer Ambulance Corps .
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