Maria del Mar Piedrabuena
María del Mar is a contributor to RiverheadLOCAL and the editor and founder of Tu Prensa Local, a Spanish-language local news outlet on Long Island. Maria has won several awards for her work, including a first place best column award from the New York Press Association. Email Maria
Maria Piedrabuena
On the East End, immigration enforcement is reshaping daily life
ICE arrests and tactics across the East End have fueled fear among immigrant families — and sparked a growing resolve to organize.
Breaking News
Immigration enforcement sweeps through Riverhead Monday, with at least three arrests reported by witnesses
Masked federal agents stopped pedestrians and vehicles across Riverhead Monday morning, arresting at least three men as community members tracked their movements.
Community News
Hundreds gather for Santa Parade, tree lighting and bonfire as Riverhead kicks off holiday season
Hundreds turned out for Riverhead’s Holiday Extravaganza downtown Saturday, with the annual Santa Parade, festive tree lighting, bonfire and the debut of the East End Merry Mart. Photos.
Community News
Downtown Riverhead church holds march with a message on Main Street: Come to Jesus
The annual walk has as its sole purpose evangelizing about 'the path of truth... Jesus Christ,' says Pastor Daniel Orellana of Familia De Dios church in Riverhead. In its 16th year, it drew hundreds to Main Street Sunday to pray, sing, dance and praise Jesus as savior. Photos.
Community News
Family mourns death of 16-year-old in Calverton crash, launches fundraiser for funeral costs
A Riverhead family, mourning the loss of Ostin Portillo Perdomo, 16, who died in a crash Saturday night in Calverton has launched a fundraiser to cover funeral expenses.
Business
Local businesses report downturn due to the climate of fear in Latino community
Small businesses in downtown Riverhead that serve the Latino community report steep drops in foot traffic and revenue as immigrant residents increasingly avoid public spaces in a time of high anxiety locally and across the country.
Health
PBMC, Riverhead’s Latino advisory committee partner to offer free cancer screening
Peconic Bay Medical Center, in collaboration with Riverhead Town's Hispanic Development, Empowerment, and Education Committee, recently held a free colorectal screening event at the Nueva Jerusalén Christian Church.
Community News
‘My dear Latinos, it is not going to be easy… but all we need is faith in ourselves.’ Salutatorian, child of...
The salutatorian of the Class of 2023 had a special message for her fellow Latino graduates of Riverhead High School and the parents whose hard work and support got them to yesterday’s commencement ceremonies.
Community News
Latino community bids an emotional farewell to beloved Madre Margarita
Hundreds turned out for a wake and prayer service in Spanish at St. John the Evangelist Church to honor and remember the woman whose indomitable spirit, tenacity, and devotion touched the lives of many throughout the region, lighting a flame that will continue to burn bright for generations to come.
Obituaries
Sr. Margaret Rose Smyth, 83
Wake and funeral arrangements have been set for Sr. Margaret Rose Smyth of Riverhead.
