Quint Nigro
Quint Nigro was born and raised in Riverhead, and is a 2023 graduate from College of the Atlantic. His background is in journalism and political science. When he isn't writing for work, he's writing for fun.
Community News
When seconds count: First responders share experiences of life-saving rescues at RVAC awards ceremony
Five cardiac saves from the perspective of the emergency medical services personnel: first responders provide an inside view during ceremonies honoring them for their heroic lifesaving efforts.
Environment
Yale researchers seek participants for study of 1,4-dioxane in Long Island drinking water
Scientists studying the poorly-understood “forever chemical” 1,4-dioxane are looking for volunteers on the East End, especially those whose homes have private drinking water wells, for a study of the chemical’s potential health impacts.
Community News
Local parish food pantry, with new name and new management, continues work after death of its beloved longtime leader, Sr. Margaret...
The sign on the office door still reads 'Margaritaville," but the wind of change blows through the halls of the former North Fork Spanish Apostolate, which the late Sr. Margaret Smyth ran for 23 years until her death in December. Now the Social Parish and Food Pantry, the organization is under new management.
Upcoming
North Fork Foodie Tour returns next month
The North Fork Foodie Tour takes place on Sept. 10, boasting 19 participating locations.
Upcoming
Learn about the toxic ‘forever chemical,’ 1,4-dioxane at meeting with Yale Superfund Center researchers Aug. 9 at Riverhead library
The Yale Superfund Research Center is investigating the effects of the toxic 'forever chemical' 1,4-dioxane, which is polluting drinking water across the island. Meet the researchers, learn about the chemical and get involved Aug. 9 at Riverhead Free Library.
Upcoming
Townscape will host three free events this month at new town square downtown
Riverhead Townscape will present three free concerts this month at the new Riverhead Town Square.
Upcoming
RFCT announces auditions for Paint Your Wagon
The Riverhead Faculty and Community Theater is holding auditions for supporting and ensemble cast in their November production of Paint Your Wagon.
Community News
Riverhead’s new Methodist pastor brings message of encouragement and high hopes to downtown parish
Meet the Rev. Phil Hardt, the new pastor at Riverhead United Methodist Church. He has high hopes for growing the congregation at the East Main Street in the coming year.
Government
Riverhead’s largest solar plant operated without town’s official OK for eight months
On July 19, town officials attended a one-year celebration of operation for Calverton Solar Energy Center, aka "Nextera," even though the town didn't issue a its official OK for the facility to operate until March of this year.
News
Calverton Solar Energy Center, 22.9 MW commercial solar facility, marks one year of operations
The 22.9-megawatt Calverton Solar Energy Center celebrated one year of operations, powering over 4,200 households, at an event Wednesday at the solar facility's Edwards Avenue site.
