Guest Column
We need to have these difficult but important conversations
OLA's proposed law in no way impedes federal authorities, or ICE in particular, from exercising their duties. Here's why it merits open discussion.
Business
RiverheadLOCAL’s work honored in statewide journalism contest
RiverheadLOCAL won two first-place awards and one third-place award in the N.Y. Press Association contest entered by 150 newspapers statewide.
Breaking News
Motorcycle crash on CR 105 injures operator, closes roadway for investigation
A motorcycle crash injured the operator and closed Cross River Drive north of Main Road for more than an hour Tuesday morning for an accident investigation
Crime
Cops: Manorville man charged with damaging Pine Hills Golf and Country Club
Suffolk County police said a Manorville man was arrested Friday and charged with two felony counts of criminal mischief for allegedly causing $416,500 in damage to Pine Hills Golf and Country Club in 2025.
Real Estate
Latest real estate transfers
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.
Crime
Police: Woman wanted in Riverhead shoplifting
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Riverhead Town Police are asking for the public’s help to identify a woman accused of stealing $538 worth of merchandise from Marshalls on Old Country Road on March 7.
Crime
Police: Pair wanted in shoplifting in Riverhead
Police are asking for the public’s help to identify a man and woman accused of stealing clothing from Marshalls on Old Country Road.
Weather
Freeze warning in effect overnight Monday fas low temps expected to dip to 27ºF
A freeze warning is in effect for Suffolk County from midnight Monday to 9 a.m. Tuesday.
Crime
Cops: Driver charged with aggravated DWI with children in car after Riverhead traffic stop
Riverhead Police said a driver stopped on Old Country Road late April 18 for a headlight violation was arrested on aggravated DWI charges after officers found two children in the vehicle.
Community News
Riverhead Fire Department to host volunteer recruitment event Sunday
The Riverhead Fire Department is inviting residents to stop by Sunday to learn what it takes to join the all-volunteer department.
