Denise Civiletti
Community News
The spirit of giving: Spreading holiday cheer to those less fortunate in the Riverhead community
‘Tis the season for giving in Riverhead Town. Local people are spreading holiday cheer and giving back to the community during the...
Government
Town Board meeting wrap: Dec. 19
At its last regular meeting of the year on Tuesday, the Riverhead Town Board authorized three important contracts, adopted three town code amendments and scheduled seven public hearings for Jan. 17. Details.
Breaking News
Riverhead man, 25, charged with robbery
A victim reported that an unknown male forcibly removed his backpack, cell phone and money, Wednesday afternoon at the 821 E. Main St. apartment complex. Responding officers searched the area and located the perpetrator, police said in a press release today.
Business
Peconic Bay Medical Center announces new chair of emergency medicine
Peconic Bay Medical Center's new chair of emergency medicine, Dr. Ninfa Mehta, will play an integral role in the $20 million expansion, currently under construction, of the hospital's busy emergency department.
Real Estate
IDA holds public hearing on application for tax breaks on downtown apartment building
The developer of a proposed 165-unit apartment complex on East Main Street made its pitch for tax exemptions from the Riverhead Industrial Development Agency at a public hearing Monday night at Riverhead Town Hall.
Government
Board members, staff and residents bid farewell to three elected officials at final Town Board meeting of 2023
It was a time for reflection, accolades, farewells and expressions of gratitude, as the last Riverhead Town Board meeting of 2023 Tuesday marked the last official meeting for three public servants in town government.
News
Town park in Calverton, including recreational path, will be closed Jan. 1-31 for shotgun hunting
Pubic safety notice: Town-owned property at the Calverton Enterprise Park, including the recreational path, will be closed to the public for the month of January for the special shotgun hunting season for deer.
Community News
Pets pose with Santa for holiday photos
Talmage Farm Agway continued a longstanding holiday tradition — and a perennial favorite — this month: the chance for to have furry and feathered family members pose for photos with Santa Claus.
Breaking News
Coastal storm brings scattered outages, downed trees and minor flooding to local area
Strong winds have caused scattered power lines, downed trees and limbs across the region, and heavy rain has resulted in flooded roads around town. Photos.
Real Estate
Real estate transfers: Dec. 15, 2023
Keep an eye on trends in local real estate values with the weekly report of real estate title transfers in Riverhead Town and the Flanders/Riverside/Northampton hamlets. Here's the latest reported for RiverheadLOCAL by Suffolk Vision title service.