Politics
Halpin and Rothwell go head to head at Jamesport candidates forum
Riverhead supervisor candidates presented their views on a range of local issues Saturday morning at the Greater Jamesport Civic Association candidates forum.
Government
At civic forum, Halpin and Rothwell lay out competing visions for Riverhead
Eleven topics, from tax incentives to storm preparation, framed the Oct. 15 Riverhead supervisor candidates forum where Halpin and Rothwell staked out their positions.
Government
Rothwell offers budget amendments trimming 2027 proposed tax levy increase to 1.73%
Council Member Ken Rothwell has proposed six amendments to Supervisor Jerry Halpin’s tentative 2027 budget that would reduce the proposed townwide property tax levy increase from 2.79% to about 1.73%.
Government
Hearing held on federal block grant requests: Oct. 6 Town Board meeting wrap
A rundown of actions taken by the Riverhead Town Board at its Oct. 6 meeting: hearings held, resolutions passed, public comments.
Politics
Halpin and Rothwell to face off at three Riverhead civic forums
Three candidate forums scheduled Oct. 15, 17 and 21 will give Riverhead residents a chance to hear from supervisor candidates Jerry Halpin and Ken Rothwell.
Government
Halpin proposes $121 million tentative 2027 budget; tax levy stays under cap
Supervisor Jerry Halpin's tentative 2027 budget proposes $120.96 million in spending across Riverhead Town's operating funds, with a townwide tax levy increase of $1.7 million, or 2.79%.
Government
Audit: Riverhead’s general fund balance grows to $33.3 million as revenue outpaces spending
Fueled largely by property taxes, Riverhead added nearly $4.9 million to its general fund balance in 2025, giving officials a larger financial cushion as they prepare the next budget.
Guest Column
A first responder’s response: Riverhead officials twisted my words for political gain
A retired FDNY firefighter who lost 12 members of his firehouse on 9/11 shares his perspective on a Riverhead Town Hall clash and calls for ethical local leadership.
Editorial
Halpin was wrong to silence a critic at a public meeting
Riverhead Supervisor Jerry Halpin cut off a resident, silenced the audio feed and had her escorted out. Public officials must tolerate criticism.
Business
Shake Shack opens first East End location at Tanger in Riverhead
Shake Shack opened its first East End location today at Tanger in Riverhead, with opening-day sales supporting a local food pantry.
