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Public art project transforms Riverhead alley into glowing river-inspired walkway

by Dec 9, 2025
Large, colorful neon art by Riverhead artist Clayton Orehek will soon illuminate a once-dark alleyway off Riverhead’s Main Street.

Railroad Museum of Long Island holds holiday open house in Riverhead

by Dec 8, 2025
The Railroad Museum of Long Island held its annual Holiday Open House in Riverhead this weekend, with free admission and a chance for kids of all ages to visit with Santa, enjoy the train displays and take a ride on the 1964 World's Fair train.

It’s ‘Pet Santa’ time at local Agway store

by Dec 7, 2025
Who says only reindeer love Santa Claus? Dogs, cats, birds and even some farm animals enjoy visiting the jolly old elf every Christmastime at Talmage Farm Agway in Riverhead. Check out these photos.

‘Stuff the Trucks!’  with humanitarian aid for the people of Ukraine

by Dec 7, 2025
Bring new or gently used clothes, medical supplies, toiletries, diapers, and dried food items to stuff these two vintage trucks at St....

Hundreds gather for Santa Parade, tree lighting and bonfire as Riverhead kicks off holiday season

by Dec 7, 2025
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.

Home for the holidays: Beloved Riverhead coach back after near-fatal cardiac arrest

by Dec 5, 2025
Retired longtime coach Bob Fox survived a June cardiac arrest behind the wheel thanks to his 11-year-old grandson, fast CPR and months of rehab.

Riverhead plans America 250 gala next month, July 4 parade and fireworks in South Jamesport

by Dec 5, 2025
Riverhead is planning a Jan. 23 "Red White and Blue Ball," a July 4 parade and a fireworks show at South Jamesport beach as part of its America 250 events.

Flanders community celebrates the holiday season with the Big Duck: photos

by Dec 4, 2025
The Big Duck in Flanders is all decked out for the holiday season, sporting lights and an evergreen necklace and looking good. Photo gallery.

Riverhead Little League 2026 registration now open

by Dec 3, 2025
Registration is now open for the 2026 Riverhead Little League baseball and softball season. Online registration runs through Feb. 15.

‘A community pillar’: Town Board salutes the First Baptist Church of Riverhead at 100

by Dec 3, 2025
The Town Board honored First Baptist Church of Riverhead praising it for a century of faith leadership supporting the Riverhead community.