Environment
‘Forever chemicals’ are polluting the Peconic River. New data makes strongest case yet that former Navy site is to blame.
New data and maps released last month by the Navy as part of the cleanup process of the former Grumman site in Calverton show groundwater contaminated by PFAS is migrating off-site towards the Peconic River.
Government
Riverhead Hispanic advisory committee formed: Feb. 4 Town Board meeting wrap-up
Riverhead Town’s first committee focusing on the needs of the Hispanic and Latino communities was formed by the Town Board Tuesday.
Weather
Red flag warning in effect again Wednesday, as high fire danger risk continues
Unusually dry weather, an abundance of 'dry fuels', low relative humidity and strong winds combine to create high risk of fire spread.
Health
Severe thunderstorm watch and air quality health advisory in effect today in Suffolk
A severe thunderstorm watch and an air quality health advisory is in effect for Suffolk County today.
Government
New residential carter picked, comp plan impact statement accepted: Aug. 6 Town Board wrap
Actions taken at the Aug. 6 Town Board meeting, including: awarding a five-year solid waste collection and disposal contract to Colucci Carting of Middle Island.
Environment
Air quality health advisory in effect Saturday
An air quality health advisory is in effect today for the Long Island region. The Air Quality Index value is expected to reach 105, which is considered unhealthy for sensitive groups.
Weather
Heat advisory extended to 8 p.m. Wednesday
High heat and humidity is in the forecast again today, prompting the continuation of a heat advisory in the local area for the third consecutive day. The heat advisory has been extended until 8 p.m. tonight.
Health
Heat advisory remains in effect today until 9 p.m.
A heat advisory continues today across much of Suffolk County, including Riverhead and the North Fork, where heat index values are expected to reach the upper-90s locally.
Health
Heat advisory, air quality health advisory in effect Monday in Riverhead and across most of L.I.
High heat high humidity and smog are in the forecast, with heat and air quality health advisories in effect today, the National Weather Service said.
Weather
Air quality health advisory in effect Sunday, with heat advisory issued for Monday and Tuesday
An air quality health advisory is in effect today for ground-level ozone, with a heat advisory issued for Monday afternoon through Tuesday evening.
