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Carols, cocoa and a special visitor at Jamesport’s annual tree lighting

by Dec 2, 2025
Children and adults alike sang songs of the season and enjoyed hot beverages before the tree was lit and Santa Claus arrived by fire truck. Photo gallery.

Wading River woman’s simple idea becomes 20-year mission of support for troops overseas

by Dec 2, 2025
Every Friday, local volunteers pack care boxes for deployed troops. This holiday season, they’re asking neighbors to help by sponsoring a box. Here’s how.

Remembering the deadly Calverton Pickle Works train wreck as its 100th anniversary nears

by Dec 1, 2025
The Railroad Museum of Long Island wants to mark the Calverton site where a 1926 express train wreck killed six and destroyed the Golden Pickle Works in Calverton.

Upcoming blood drives in Riverhead this month

by Dec 1, 2025
With the holiday season upon us, New York Blood Center is reminding residents that it is a historically challenging time of year for the blood supply, as school breaks, travel, and seasonal illness often keep regular donors from giving.

Breakfast with Santa at Riverhead Moose Lodge

by Nov 30, 2025
The Riverhead Moose Lodge is hosting a special Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. to noon.

Downtown Santa parade, tree lighting, bonfire and Merry Mart set for Dec. 6

by Nov 30, 2025
Get ready for a fun-filled afternoon and evening in downtown Riverhead on Saturday, Dec. 6.

Spirit’s Promise Equine Rescue prepares for move upstate after 15 years in Riverhead

by Nov 30, 2025
'I feel like I’m an orchid in a pot that can’t grow,' Spirit's Promise Executive Director Marisa Strianos said of the decision to relocate.

Twin Fork Beer Co. hosts food drive to help stock Riverhead pantries

by Nov 28, 2025
Donate food and get a beer on the house at Twin Fork Beer Co. in Riverhead through the end of the year.

Loose-leaf pickup to begin Dec. 1

by Nov 23, 2025
Riverhead Town’s annual residential loose-leaf pickup will begin the week of Dec. 1, and continues for three weeks, proceeding east to west.

Big Duck lights up for the holidays Dec. 3

by Nov 23, 2025
Suffolk County will celebrate the holidays with the Big Duck on Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. at Big Duck Ranch on...