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Weather
Freeze watch issued for Long Island Monday night through Tuesday morning
A freeze watch is in effect for Long Island, including Riverhead and the East End, with subfreezing temperatures possible late Monday night into Tuesday morning, according to the National Weather Service in Upton.
Crime
Cops: Driver charged with aggravated DWI with children in car after Riverhead traffic stop
Riverhead Police said a driver stopped on Old Country Road late April 18 for a headlight violation was arrested on aggravated DWI charges after officers found two children in the vehicle.
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Fire
Firefighters battle house fire in Baiting Hollow
About 50 firefighters battled a blaze at a Baiting Hollow home Thursday morning. One firefighter was treated at the scene.
Community News
Riverhead police to take part in traffic safety campaign during week of April 20
Riverhead police officers will take part in the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee’s “No Empty Chair” campaign during the week of April 20, with enforcement and education efforts focused on teen driving safety.
Community News
Riverhead Fire Department to host volunteer recruitment event Sunday
The Riverhead Fire Department is inviting residents to stop by Sunday to learn what it takes to join the all-volunteer department.
Community News
At 84, Riverhead veteran pedals 250 miles for American Legion Post 273
Riverhead veteran Nester Kramer, 84, is pedaling 250 miles at Maximus Fitness to benefit American Legion Post 273.
Community News
Voters OK Riverhead library operating budget and the election of three trustees in uncontested race
Riverhead Free Library’s budget was approved by voters Tuesday, 225 to 135, library Director Kerrie McMullen Smith announced Tuesday night.
Community News
Riverhead Country Fair is canceled this year, the 50th anniversary of its founding
The Riverhead Country Fair will not take place this year, the 50th anniversary of the popular event’s founding in 1976.
Community News
Here’s what’s in store for the East End Arts campus as Riverhead’s town square takes shape
Take a look at what’s planned for the East End Arts campus in Riverhead’s town square project, from moving historic buildings to creating a more visible arts hub downtown.
Government
Friar’s Head tax refund hit exposes broader assessment challenges in Riverhead
A $6 million Friar’s Head refund drove Riverhead’s tax debt spike this year, but the bigger story is the town’s ongoing exposure to costly commercial property assessment litigation.
Police & Fire
Riverhead police rescue adult, child stranded on disabled jet ski off Iron Pier Beach
Riverhead Police rescued an adult and a 10-year-old after their jet ski broke down about a mile off Iron Pier Beach in Jamesport Sunday.
Community News
A fond farewell to East End Arts gallery ahead of relocation for town square project
"Until we meet again"... East End Arts held a farewell party for its E. Main Street gallery before a temporary move tied to Riverhead’s town square project.
Riverhead school board adopts $218.88 million budget proposal; public hearing set...
The Riverhead school board adopted a $218.88 million proposed budget Wednesday and set a May 6 hearing. The budget vote and board election take place May 19.
Riverhead’s girls wrestling team makes history in just two seasons
In just two seasons, Riverhead’s girls wrestling program has produced county champions, state qualifiers and an undefeated team.
Riverhead Middle School’s first culture night draws big crowd, celebrates community
Riverhead Middle School’s first World Language Culture Night brought students, families and food together Thursday night.
‘Legally Blonde: The Musical’ takes the stage at Riverhead High School...
The Blue Masques' production of 'Legally Blonde: The Musical' is on stage at Riverhead H.S. Thursday-Saturday at p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m.
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