Politics
Socialist group’s endorsement of council candidate fractures Riverhead Dems’ ticket
The endorsement of Riverhead Town Council candidate Kevin Shea by the Long Island Democratic Socialists of America has fractured the town Democratic ticket in this year’s election.
Community News
On ‘No Kings Day’ in Riverhead, Trump opponents turn out in force
Hundreds gathered in Riverhead for a peaceful 'No Kings Day' rally opposing Trump’s second term, joining a nationwide protest against President Donald Trump. Photo gallery.
News
Riverhead Democrats unite behind slate
The Riverhead Democratic committee unanimously supported the slate of candidates presented by the screening committee at their nominating convention last night.
Letters
Letter: Democratic committee chair urges town board to cast wide net for planning, zoning board appointments
The chairperson of the Riverhead Democratic Committee urges the town board to "move away from partisan politics and seek out highly qualified, new members" for the town planning board and ZBA.
News
In tight and controversial balloting, Riverhead Republicans reject embattled incumbent supervisor
Tensions ran high in last night's Republican party balloting for town supervisor, in which Councilwoman Jodi Giglio edged out Supervisor Sean Walter by half a point, with committee member Tracy Stark-James abstaining from the vote.
