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Riverhead Community Awareness Program

Riverhead Community Coalition for Safe and Drug-Free Youth wins national substance abuse prevention award

by Dec 2, 2017
The Riverhead Community Coalition for Safe and Drug-Free Youth was recognized with a Coalition of Excellence Award.

Strike up some fun at Riverhead CAP’s fifth annual Bowling Bonanza, March 21

by Feb 5, 2017
Join Riverhead CAP's fifth annual Bowling Bonanza and strike up some fun.

Roanoke student’s PEACEMAKERS anti-bullying initiative adopted by Phillips Ave.

by Nov 30, 2016
The group's message is important: “Speak up. Don’t be a bystander. Forgive others. Accept others for their differences. Include others. Seek help if you need it. We can make a difference.”

Got drugs? Get rid of unused meds at drug take-back day October 22

by Oct 10, 2016
Disposing of expired, unused or unwanted medications improperly isn't safe - it can lead to polluting our groundwater or even end up in the wrong hands. This program offers a safe and convenient way to get rid of those leftover drugs.

Police, CAP volunteers collect over 100 pounds of prescription drugs at first drive-up drug take-back event

by May 17, 2015
Riverhead Police collected 102 pounds of prescription and over-the-counter medications Saturday at the first annual Drug Take-Back Drive-Through Event.

Facing loud opposition, town board backs off ‘beer gardens’ plan

by Apr 30, 2015
Riverhead’s beer garden idea turns out to be short-lived. The Riverhead Town Board today backed off plans aired at last week’s work session to restrict the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages at street fairs and festivals.