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Below-normal Atlantic hurricane season forecast, but Long Island’s coastal risk remains

by Jun 1, 2026
A below-normal Atlantic hurricane season is forecast, but Long Island remains vulnerable to storm surge, flooding and warming ocean waters.

Latest real estate transfers 

by May 31, 2026
What's the local real estate market doing? Stay up to date on the latest trends with the weekly report of title transfers in Riverhead Town and adjacent hamlets in Southampton Town. 

In tense meeting, board members seek details about Halpin’s retirement incentive proposal

by May 29, 2026
Riverhead Town Board members sharply questioned the supervisor's proposal and criticized how he went about making it.

Shake Shack plans June 30 opening at Tanger Outlets Riverhead

by May 28, 2026
Shake Shack will open its first East End location June 30 at Tanger Outlets Riverhead, expanding the center’s dining lineup.

Riverhead Charter School issues precautionary alert after reported ICE activity near local school bus stop

by May 28, 2026
Riverhead Charter School alerted families Tuesday after reports of possible ICE activity near a school bus stop in Riverhead.

Riverhead supervisor pitches early retirement program for town workers

by May 27, 2026
Excerpt: Riverhead Supervisor Jerry Halpin says an early retirement incentive could save taxpayers money and create advancement opportunities for town employees, but some Town Board members say the proposal needs public discussion and more detail.

West Marine seeks bankruptcy protection

by May 25, 2026
West Marine Inc. and seven affiliated debtors filed for Chapter 11 protection last week in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Delaware.

Riverhead Town Board meeting wrap: May 20

by May 22, 2026
Wading River Boy Scouts working on their citizenship badges were on hand for at least one hour of a marathon Riverhead Town Board meeting Wednesday night. Here's a rundown of the action.

Ex Anti-Bias Task Force chair files $5 million claim against Riverhead Town and council member

by May 22, 2026
Former Anti-Bias Task Force chair Mark McLaughlin has filed a $5 million notice of claim against Council Member Denise Merrifield and Riverhead Town.

Revised plans for Calverton cannabis greenhouse return to Riverhead Planning Board

by May 22, 2026
Revised plans for the proposed Brother Bear cannabis greenhouse returned to the Planning Board Thursday amid continued public opposition.