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Preparing for Easter in the Polish tradition at the Riverhead’s Polka Deli, where it’s all in the family

by Mar 27, 2024
The iconic Polish deli occupies a small storefront on West Main Street in Riverhead. But the deli, owned and operated today by the niece of its founder, has a big role in preparing for Easter in the Polish tradition for families near and far.

The egg: a symbol of life and redemption for Christians and Jews in this holy season

by Apr 17, 2022
Living one’s life focused on a cure for disease can actually take away from living the life we are trying so desperately to prolong.

Pandemic gave home worship new meaning

by Mar 28, 2021
After the COVID pandemic shut down churches last year during Lent, churches and worshippers turned to online services. It was a lifeline for many.

Easter Sunday: the divine reset

by Apr 12, 2020
The stories of Passover and Holy Week link together to reach beyond the pain and suffering of this life, to seek an eternal hope. Why do we “celebrate” the plight of Israel and the death of Jesus? Because in the end, God rewrote the stories with hope.

Easter services at local churches

by Apr 19, 2019
Good Friday and Easter services at churches across Riverhead Town.

Photos: Easter fun at the Big Duck Ranch’s annual Easter Duck Egg Hunt

by Mar 26, 2016
Friends of The Big Duck and the the Flanders North Hampton Ambulance held their annual Easter Duck Egg Hunt this morning at the Big Duck Ranch.

Local services for Holy Week and Easter

by Mar 18, 2016
Holy Week and Easter Sunday services scheduled at local houses of worship.
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