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Riverhead Town Board

In tense meeting, board members seek details about Halpin’s retirement incentive proposal

by May 29, 2026
Riverhead Town Board members sharply questioned the supervisor's proposal and criticized how he went about making it.

Riverhead supervisor pitches early retirement program for town workers

by May 27, 2026
Excerpt: Riverhead Supervisor Jerry Halpin says an early retirement incentive could save taxpayers money and create advancement opportunities for town employees, but some Town Board members say the proposal needs public discussion and more detail.

Riverhead Town Board meeting wrap: May 20

by May 22, 2026
Wading River Boy Scouts working on their citizenship badges were on hand for at least one hour of a marathon Riverhead Town Board meeting Wednesday night. Here's a rundown of the action.

Riverhead advances plan for YMCA at former armory

by May 21, 2026
Riverhead officials approved a letter of intent with the YMCA of Long Island to redevelop the long-vacant former state armory on Route 58 into a community recreation hub.

Eminent domain hearing on science center property turns contentious

by May 21, 2026
Riverhead officials defended a proposed eminent domain taking of the Long Island Science Center property during a contentious public hearing Wednesday night.

Petrocelli hotel plan gets warm reception from Riverhead Town Board

by May 14, 2026
The proposed 94-room downtown hotel eliminates 12 condominium units previously planned and replaced them with 14 suites on the fifth floor. It will operate under Hilton’s Tapestry brand.

Riverhead Town Board to review Petrocelli hotel plans this morning

by May 14, 2026
Here’s a first look at the proposed Petrocelli downtown hotel project ahead of today’s Riverhead Town Board review.

Downtown Riverhead BID unveils new branding strategy, mission statement

by May 13, 2026
Riverhead BID group is rolling out a new branding and marketing strategy aimed at positioning downtown Riverhead as a year-round destination.

Planners question council member’s proposal to add retail, trade shops to Main Road corridor

by May 12, 2026
Council Member Bob Kern proposes a code change to expand permitted uses along Main Road between Doctors Path and Rt. 105. .

Open space acquisition of South Jamesport parcel falls through: County Exec Romaine

by May 7, 2026
Deal to preserve Peconic Farms property in South Jamesport falls through amidst controversy over possible recreation use.