Denise Civiletti
Denise is a veteran local reporter, editor and attorney. Her work has been recognized with numerous journalism awards, including investigative reporting and writer of the year awards from the N.Y. Press Association. She was also honored in 2020 with a NY State Senate Woman of Distinction Award for her trailblazing work in local online news. She is a founder, owner and co-publisher of this website. Email Denise.
Community News
Riverhead observes Veterans Day with solemn ceremony at war monument
At the World War Memorial on West Main Street, Riverhead marked Veterans Day with prayers, a gun salute and wreaths honoring those who served.
Community News
‘Together, We Are More’: Riverhead celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month at the high school
Riverhead's third annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration brought the community together Tuesday night to honor the traditions and culture of the countries represented by its students, families and staff.
Traffic
Riverhead to mill and pave roads in Elton Avenue area starting Nov. 11
Several streets in Riverhead's Elton Avenue area will be milled this week and paved next week, Highway Superintendent Mike Zaleski said Tuesday.
Government
Meet Chris Murray, Democrat who flipped New York’s 1st Senate District
Chris Murray, the Strongs Neck Democrat who flipped a Republican-held state Senate seat for the first time since 1914, is preparing to represent the East End in Albany with priorities ranging from community colleges to tax reform.
Upcoming
Thanksgiving turkey giveaway set for Nov. 21
LIR Clothing's 10th annual Thanksgiving turkey giveaway will take place Saturday, Nov. 21, at 1 p.m. at Bright and Early Discoveries Learning Center, 608 Northville Turnpike in Riverhead.
Riverhead Central School District
Riverhead school district workers accuse facilities director of making offensive racial remarks, retaliation
Three Buildings and Grounds employees accuse the Riverhead Central School District director of facilities of racially offensive remarks, intimidation and retaliation, the workers said.
Community News
Veterans Day ceremonies set for Wednesday in Riverhead and at Calverton National Cemetery
Veterans Day ceremonies honoring those who served in the U.S. armed forces will be held Wednesday, Nov. 11, in downtown Riverhead and at Calverton National Cemetery.
Community News
Riverhead firefighters rescue ducklings from storm drain Sunday morning
A dozen ducklings trapped in a West Main Street storm drain were rescued Sunday morning by Riverhead firefighters, who reunited them with their waiting mother duck.
Government
Island Water Park faces benefit recapture if next PILOT payment is late, Riverhead IDA says
Island Water Park Corp., which received nearly $1.4 million in net tax exemptions from 2022 through 2025, faces recovery of those benefits if it again misses a payment deadline, the Riverhead IDA said.
Community News
Art and the journey home: Riverhead library exhibit honors veterans
Watercolors by artist Eileen Kelly and illustrations by Vietnam veteran Bob Rouge make up 'Coming Home,' an exhibit honoring veterans on display at the Riverhead library all month.
