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In America, there is no ‘law enforcement’ without due process

by Jul 17, 2026
ICE is not engaging in "law enforcement." It is terrorizing communities.

Town government should promote an informed citizenry, not keep citizens in the dark

by Mar 26, 2026
With a change in leadership I thought town government would become more open but I'm afraid little has changed. I offer two...

Behind our backs

by Oct 23, 2025
This Town Board, with the acquiescence of its town attorney, thumbs its nose at us, at the law, and the very concept of open government. 

Wake up, Riverhead!

by Aug 14, 2024
An unwelcome, transformational change to the historic Sound Avenue corridor may soon be coming our way: luxury resorts and spas along the Soundfront bluffs.

Let the Town Board know before it’s too late

by May 28, 2024
Northville resident Kathleen McGraw urges residents to read through the draft comp plan update and tell the Town Board what you think of it in written comments. The deadline to submit comments is June 10.

What happened to the transparency Riverhead’s new supervisor promised us?

by Feb 5, 2024
Supervisor Tim Hubbard has promised us open government. Words, words, words. A month into his new job, he's defending behavior he assured us he would not abide.

Resorts and spas on the bluffs of the Sound in Riverhead? No!

by Dec 2, 2023
Town Board members are saying a proposal to allow resorts and spas on the bluffs of the Long Island Sound is intended to promote "agri-tourism." Poppycock! Do they really believe their constituents are that dumb?

How can we believe the Town Board’s latest denials about plans for air cargo at EPCAL?

by Oct 12, 2023
Guest column: As Election Day approaches, Town Board members are telling us there will be no cargo airport and belittling those of us who oppose this plan, saying we are simply 'fear mongering.' The people of Riverhead are not stupid.

Actions speak louder than words

by Jul 19, 2023
Guest column: Sometimes candidates say things they think voters want to hear. But when it comes to decision time, voters can be in for a surprise.

The upcoming election is not about party politics. It’s about preserving our community and quality of life.

by Jun 23, 2023
We need folks running this Town who are responsive to the people who live here. I don't care what party they belong to, just so long as they put Riverhead and its residents first.