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Breaking News
Riverhead Police arrest man who allegedly stole $8,000 from BJ’s while working at gas station
Riverhead Police have arrested a man who allegedly stole approximately $8,000 while employed as a gas station attendant for BJ’s Wholesale Club.
Breaking News
Riverhead man arrested after robbing acquaintance of $800
A Riverhead man has been arrested after a nearly four-day search for allegedly robbing an acquaintance, according to Riverhead Police.
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
Riverhead Town officials to be sworn in during New Year’s Day ceremonies at Town Hall
Supervisor-elect Tim Hubbard and other newly elected town officials will be sworn in on New Year's Day during ceremonies at Riverhead Town Hall.
Business
Riverhead proposes relaxing zoning restrictions on marijuana businesses, but license holders say changes may not go far enough
A proposed amendment to Riverhead’s zoning code governing cannabis businesses in town would allow retail marijuana shops in more locations than the code in its current form. But the true impact of the proposal — and whether it would be effective in bringing the businesses to town — remains to be seen.
Government
Anti-Bias Task Force book donation to school libraries remains in limbo
Riverhead Town’s donation of children’s books celebrating diversity and inclusion to the school district remains in limbo, despite the majority of the town’s Anti-Bias Task Force supporting the donation.
Government
Comp plan update workshop: Community members comment on plan’s preliminary goals
A crowd of more than 50 people went to Riverhead Town Hall on Wednesday to share their thoughts on preliminary goals and recommendations for the town’s comprehensive plan update.
Board of Education
Riverhead school district joins federal class action lawsuit against social media companies: Dec. 12 school board wrap-up
The Riverhead Central School District is joining a federal class action lawsuit against technology companies to pursue damages for the harm social media platforms have on adolescent mental health.
Government
Riverhead Town reaches labor deal with police brass, providing 19% pay hike over 3 ½ years
Riverhead Town and the union representing Riverhead police brass reached a deal this week on a labor contract retroactive to the Jan. 1 and running through the end of 2026. The agreement provides for a total wage increase of 19% over a 3½ year period.
Breaking News
Riverhead High School student stabbed in the arm during off-campus altercation, superintendent says
A Riverhead High School student was stabbed in the arm Thursday afternoon during an altercation that occurred off of school grounds, according to the interim school superintendent.