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Cardboard boats race — and sink — in Riverhead: photos and results

by RiverheadLOCAL | Aug 2, 2026

Can a seaworthy craft be constructed from only cardboard, duct tape and paint? Lots of people had fun finding out yesterday in Riverhead. Photos.

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Riverhead salutes retiring officer at the end of his 30-year career

by Denise Civiletti | Jul 29, 2026

The Riverhead Police Department honored Officer Michael Mowdy Wednesday afternoon as he left headquarters for the last time in uniform.

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Paddlers battle on the Peconic

by Denise Civiletti | Jul 26, 2026

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.

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Comedy, romance, trickery: Northeast Stage brings Shakespeare to Grangebel Park

by Denise Civiletti | Jul 25, 2026

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.

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Riverhead filmmaker and photographer offer free photos and videos at downtown ‘Media Pop-Up’

by Denise Civiletti | Jul 20, 2026

Riverhead filmmaker Rosario Rodriguez and photographer Carlos Gonzalez will offer free professional photos and short videos Friday evening at Victoria’s Helado on East Main Streett..

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Daughter of Dr. Peter Sultan donates grief-support packages to PBMC in memory of her father

by Denise Civiletti | Jul 17, 2026

Elizabeth Sultan donated care packages to Peconic Bay Medical Center to comfort grieving patients and families in memory of her father.

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Jamesport fireworks display moved to Friday night due to Saturday’s weather forecast

by Denise Civiletti | Jul 16, 2026

Jamesport Fire Department's fireworks show will now take place Friday night, instead of Saturday night, Jamesport Fire Chief Dan Doroski said Thursday.