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Real Estate
Real estate transfers: July 31, 2026
What’s selling—and for how much? Follow local real estate activity with this week’s report of title transfers in Riverhead Town and adjacent Southampton Town hamlets.
Business
Long Island’s King Kullen to be acquired by Giunta’s Meat Farms; Wading River store included
Giunta's Meat Farms will acquire King Kullen supermarkets in a deal expected to close in September, the two supermarket chains announced Thursday.
Health
Eleven Suffolk mosquito samples positive for West Nile virus
Suffolk County health officials said 11 mosquito samples collected earlier this month have tested positive for West Nile virus.
Environment
Cyanobacteria bloom confirmed in Flanders pond
A new cyanobacteria bloom has been confirmed at Silver Brook Pond in Flanders, Suffolk County health officials said Monday.
Government
Riverhead police highlight new local law regulating e-bikes and e-scooters
Riverhead Town Police are reminding residents of a newly enacted local law regulating e-bikes and e-scooters, including age limits, helmet requirements, speed restrictions and where the devices may be used.
Government
With purchase of 4-H camp property teed up, it’s decision time for Riverhead Town
Peconic Land Trust is now in contract with Nassau County to buy the 4-H Camp property in Baiting Hollow. It still seeks Riverhead's participation in preserving the site.
Government
SCWA revises route for North Fork water main project
The revised route, developed after public scoping sessions in 2025, would place the water main exclusively along state and county roads.
Real Estate
Real estate transfers: July 24, 2026
What’s selling—and for how much? Follow local real estate activity with this week’s report of title transfers in Riverhead Town and adjacent Southampton Town hamlets.
Politics
Hotel rooms, banquet tabs: How the GOP fight against even-year elections cost taxpayers
Invoices show taxpayers were charged for hotel rooms, an $8,300 food-and-beverage tab, public relations strategy and more in GOP's failed lawsuits against Even-Year Election Law.
Government
New ambulance facility moves forward: Town Board July 21 meeting wrap-up
The Town Board scheduled a public hearing on the proposed facility and authorized a lease agreement with Riverhead Volunteer Ambulance Corps .
