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Government
Riverhead to reconvene helicopter noise task force as residents’ complaints mount
Riverhead's helicopter noise task force will convene July 16 to discuss current problems as the FAA rule governing helicopter routes across the East End is set to expire July 29.
Government
Rep. Nick LaLota presents $2.25M check for Calverton water main extension
The federal funding will help connect 28 Calverton homes with private wells threatened by contamination from the former Grumman site.
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Police & Fire
Riverhead seeks storm damage reports to support possible aid requests
Riverhead residents and businesses that sustained damage in the July 4 storm are asked to complete a state damage assessment survey.
Government
Riverhead approves voluntary retirement incentives for 53 eligible town employees
The Riverhead Town Board voted unanimously Tuesday to ratify voluntary retirement incentive agreements with three town employee unions, a cost-cutting measure the town hopes will save between $500,000 and $800,000.
Government
Riverhead Town Board adopts sweeping changes to outlet zoning code: July 7 meeting wrap-up
Riverhead significantly changed its code to allow many more uses in its outlet center zoning district, removing restrictions that Tanger said made it difficult to attract tenants to its Riverhead center.
Community News
Polish Town Fair returns Aug. 15-16
The Polish Town Fair returns to Riverhead Aug. 15-16 with music, Polish food, pierogi contests, a parade and kids activities.
Health
Suffolk plans aerial mosquito larvicide treatments in Riverhead, Flanders and Southold
Suffolk County plans aerial mosquito larvicide treatments over marsh areas in Riverhead, Flanders, Southampton and Southold July 8-10.
Board of Education
Murphy, Redmond elected to lead school board: July 1 meeting wrap-up
Riverhead school board elected new officers, approved consultant agreements and heard parent concerns over Riley child care.
Government
Riverhead opens yard waste facilities to all town residents for storm debris disposal
Riverhead's Youngs Avenue yard waste facilities are open to all town residents for storm debris disposal today through Sunday, July 12. No sticker is required.
Government
Riverhead to step up parking enforcement with handheld ticketing devices
Riverhead plans to step up downtown parking enforcement using handheld ticketing devices that will allow motorists to respond online.
News
Alive on 25 postponed due to aftermath of July 4 storm and continuing rain
Residents and businesses are still working to recover from the July 4 storm that knocked out power across town, even as heavy rains continue to fall.
Government
Riverhead revives train station redevelopment plan with new RFP
Riverhead is seeking proposals for a housing-led redevelopment of the town-owned lot across from the LIRR station.
Murphy, Redmond elected to lead school board: July 1 meeting wrap-up
Riverhead school board elected new officers, approved consultant agreements and heard parent concerns over Riley child care.
Riverhead H.S. celebrates the Class of 2026
Riverhead High School celebrated the more than 400 graduates Friday evening at McKillop Field during commencement for the Class of 2026.
Riley Avenue Elementary celebrates ‘Old Glory’ at June 15 Flag Day...
Riley Avenue Elementary School celebrated “Old Glory” with the school’s annual Flag Day ceremony and concert on June 15.
Riverhead school board June 3 meeting wrap
The Riverhead school board approved more than $1 million in repair reserve spending, several administrative appointments and two new eighth-grade honors courses Wednesday night.
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