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Riverhead salutes retiring officer at the end of his 30-year career
The Riverhead Police Department honored Officer Michael Mowdy Wednesday afternoon as he left headquarters for the last time in uniform.
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National Night Out event takes place Aug. 4 at Riverhead Town Hall campus
The free community event offers a chance to meet police officers, see K-9 and drone demonstrations, police motorcycles and more. Free BBQ, ice cream and dunk tank too.
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NFEC Clothing Swap
The North Fork Environmental Council hosts its third annual clothing swap on Monday, Aug. 3 at Borghese Vineyard from 6 to 8 p.m.
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Paddlers battle on the Peconic
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
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’
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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American Legion BBQ celebrates America’s 250th birthday
American Legion Post 273 in Riverhead will host a family barbecue celebrating America’s 250th birthday on Sunday, Aug. 30 at the post on Hubbard Avenue.
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Polish Town Fair returns Aug. 15-16
The Polish Town Fair returns to Riverhead Aug. 15-16 with music, Polish food, pierogi contests, a parade and kids' activities.
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Riverhead’s Alive on 25 summer block party returns
Alive on 25 returns to Main Street in downtown Riverhead on Thursday evening Aug. 6, from 5 to 9 p.m.
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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.
