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.
Crime
Suffolk DA: Wading River attorney indicted in theft of more than $855K from clients and others
Peter Giattino, 43, principal attorney at PVG Legal Solutions, is accused of stealing more than $855,000 from clients and others in legal transactions between 2023 and 2025, prosecutors said.
Business
Long Island’s King Kullen to be acquired by Giunta’s Meat Farms; Wading River store included
Giunta's Meat Farms will acquire King Kullen supermarkets in a deal expected to close in September, the two supermarket chains announced Thursday.
Community News
Riverhead salutes retiring officer at the end of his 30-year career
The Riverhead Police Department honored Officer Michael Mowdy Wednesday afternoon as he left headquarters for the last time in uniform.
Upcoming
NFEC Clothing Swap
The North Fork Environmental Council hosts its third annual clothing swap on Monday, Aug. 3 at Borghese Vineyard from 6 to 8 p.m.
Environment
Cyanobacteria bloom confirmed in Flanders pond
A new cyanobacteria bloom has been confirmed at Silver Brook Pond in Flanders, Suffolk County health officials said Monday.
Government
With purchase of 4-H camp property teed up, it’s decision time for Riverhead Town
Peconic Land Trust is now in contract with Nassau County to buy the 4-H Camp property in Baiting Hollow. It still seeks Riverhead's participation in preserving the site.
Community News
Paddlers battle on the Peconic
Paddle Battle 2026 took place on the Peconic River July 25, 2026 with stand-up paddleboarders, kayakers and canoes of all ages competing in in 2.5- and 5-mile races. Photo gallery.
Community News
Comedy, romance, trickery: Northeast Stage brings Shakespeare to Grangebel Park
Northeast Stage brought All's Well That Ends Well to Grangebel Park Thursday evening, as part of its 2026 Shakespeare in the Park Series. Photo gallery.
Government
SCWA revises route for North Fork water main project
The revised route, developed after public scoping sessions in 2025, would place the water main exclusively along state and county roads.
Real Estate
Real estate transfers: July 24, 2026
What’s selling—and for how much? Follow local real estate activity with this week’s report of title transfers in Riverhead Town and adjacent Southampton Town hamlets.
