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Obituaries
Louise Veprovsky Reebel, 93
Louise Veprovsky Reebel of Southold died June 2, 2026. She was 93 years old.
Obituaries
Thomas Lawrence Vicario, 39
Thomas Lawrence Vicario of Riverhead, formerly of Deer Park, died June 4, 2026. He was 39 years old.
Photos
Celebrating Riverhead’s agricultural heritage: Plow Day at L.I. Antique Power Association
The Long Island Antique Power Association celebrated Riverhead's agricultural heritage last Sunday with "Plow Day." Photo gallery.
Upcoming
Riverhead’s Cardboard Boat Race set for Aug. 1 on Peconic Riverfront
The 2026 Riverhead Cardboard Boat Race will take place Saturday, Aug. 1, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Peconic Riverfront in downtown Riverhead. The rain date is Sunday, Aug. 2.
Upcoming
Riverhead to celebrate America 250 with July 4 parade and fireworks
Riverhead will celebrate the Fourth of July and the 250th anniversary of the United States with a parade in downtown Riverhead and fireworks at South Jamesport Beach on Saturday, July 4.
Upcoming
PAL fall soccer registration begins June 24
Registration for the Riverhead Police Athletic League’s PAL/SUSA co-ed fall soccer program will be open June 24-July 23.
Upcoming
Juneteenth: A Celebration of Community
The Butterfly Effect Project will host a Juneteenth celebration on Friday, June 19, with entertainment, food, resources and activities for all ages.
Weather
Air quality health advisory for ozone in effect Saturday
An air quality health advisory for ground-level ozone is in effect Saturday for Long Island and the New York City metro area, including Suffolk County, according to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
Photos
Grangebel goes country: Riverhead Chamber hosts ‘4th Before the 4th’ party
The event featured country-western music, line-dancing, barbecue and cold drinks, games and activities for kids and an assortment of vendors.
