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Katie, winner of the 2016 James Murphy Cub Reporter of the Year award from the L.I. Press Club, is a co-publisher of RiverheadLOCAL. A Riverhead native, she is a 2014 graduate of Stony Brook University. Email Katie

Road closures in effect for funeral services of Wading River Fire commissioner and ex-chief, Thomas Lateulere

by Jun 29, 2016
Funeral arrangements for Wading River Fire Department's ex-chief Thomas Lateulere are prompting road closures this week in Wading River due to the anticipated high volume of traffic.

Where to watch Fourth of July fireworks on the North Fork this year

by Jun 27, 2016
Here are seven places to watch 2016 Fourth of July fireworks in Riverhead and on the North Fork this year.

Former Southampton Councilman Brad Bender sentenced to 2 years in prison following felony drug charge

by Jun 24, 2016
Former Southampton Town Councilman Brad Bender, who pleaded guilty to a felony drug charge last November, was sentenced today to 24 months in prison and three years probation.

Garden sanctuary creates a special place to honor the memory of a beloved friend

by Jun 23, 2016
Downtown Riverhead's community garden is receiving a new pergola in Linda Langhorn's name, thanks to the craftsmanship of a few of the gardeners and the fundraising efforts of Linda's loved ones.

Riverhead physician assistant, accused in $1.8 million narcotics scheme, pleads guilty to felony drug charge

by Jun 17, 2016
Riverhead physician assistant Michael Troyan, charged last year as the ring-leader in a multimillion dollar oxycodone distribution scheme, pleaded guilty to felony drug charge today in federal district court.

Riverhead vigils for Orlando shooting victims to be held Friday, Monday

by Jun 16, 2016
"We need to stand together as a community in offering our sorrow and prayers to those who lost their lives and to all those wounded from this senseless act of violence," said Connie Lassandro, chairperson of the Anti-Bias Task Force.

Man airlifted after vehicle crashes into tree on Middle Road Thursday

by Jun 16, 2016
A man was airlifted to Stony Brook University Hospital after his vehicle crashed into a tree on Middle Road Thursday afternoon.

Got a great yard, or know someone who does? Submit a nomination for FRNCA’s Yard of the Month contest

by Jun 16, 2016
Calling all proud homeowners in Flanders, Riverside and Northampton: Your yard could earn you a prize in your local civic association's new “Yard of the Month” competition.

Retiring ROTC instructor swears in Riverhead grad to Navy, where she will be one of first female officers on submarine

by Jun 6, 2016
“I knew I wanted Colonel to swear me in as soon as I joined the program,” said Gallo, who graduated from Riverhead High School in 2012. “He has been there for me the entire time and he is basically the reason I am the half-decent leader I am today.”

Chipotle in Riverhead plans June 30 grand opening on Route 58, now hiring

by Jun 6, 2016
Riverhead's Chipotle will hold a grand opening June 30. The popular Mexican food chain is opening a location on Route 58 across from the Riverhead Centre shopping plaza.
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