Weather
Update: Bands of heavy snow spread across region, creating hazardous driving conditions
Bands of heavy snow began moving across the region late this morning, producing snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour, according to the National Weather Service in Upton. See photos from around Riverhead.
Business
Burlington plans spring opening in Riverhead
The off-price retailer plans a spring opening in Riverhead, a company spokesperson told RiverheadLOCAL Friday.
Weather
Weather service reduces snow totals forecast, winter storm warning remains in effect
Updated -Tuesday at 6:15 a.m.: Coastal low tracking more to south than was forecast, reducing total snow accumulations expected to 5-8 inches. Winter storm warning remains in effect.
Government
Assembly Member Fred Thiele will not seek re-election to seat he’s held for nearly 30 years
Assembly Member Fred Thiele, who represents the First Assembly District, has announced he will not seek re-election in November. Thiele, 70, started his career in public service after graduating from law school in 1979.
Weather
Winter storm watch in effect Monday night and Tuesday: snow accumulations of 5-8 in. possible
A winter storm will likely drop 5 to 8 inches of snow tonight and tomorrow morning across the region, according to the latest National Weather Service forecast. Higher snowfall totals are expected for interior sections, the weather service said.
Guest Column
As we remember, let us not forget
The annihilation of a people begins when they lose their sense of self-worth, and this is driven by the obliteration of one’s history.
Community News
Riverhead students chalk messages of kindness and love at high school on ‘P.S. I Love You Day’
Students and staff at Riverhead High School donned purple and adorned school grounds with messages of support and love Friday during the school’s annual 'P.S. I Love You Day' event.
Health
Nurses union issues strike notices, vowing a walkout on Feb. 21 at PBMC and LIJ-Valley Stream unless labor contract is settled
The union representing 400 nurses and other healthcare workers at Peconic Bay Medical Center has issued a notice that it will strike on Feb. 21 unless a tentative agreement is reached.
Government
Expanded zoning uses for Tanger outlets approved: Riverhead Town Board wrap-up
Manufacturers Outlet zoning change approved by Riverhead Town Board Feb. 6 expands allowed uses.
Board of Education
Spanish speakers ask school district for translation services at meetings and events
Spanish-speaking community members are calling on the Riverhead Board of Education to provide translation services at school board meetings and other meetings.