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11/16/2024

The Riverhead Planning Board has set a public hearing to scope the review of a proposed subdivision and site plan for a mixed-use development at on Middle Country Road in Calverton.

11/15/2024

Riverhead Supervisor Tim Hubbard today signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency in the Town of Riverhead with respect to fire weather conditions existing and expected that are conducive to rapid wildfire spread.

Riverhead Supervisor Tim Hubbard today signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency in the Town of Riverhead with respect to fire weather conditions existing and expected that are…

11/15/2024

A red flag warning is in effect Saturday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. due to critical fire weather conditions expected.

There is an increased risk of fire spread on today and a fire weather watch in effect tomorrow for Long Island, New York City and Lower Hudson Valley regions, the National Weather Service said today.

11/15/2024

Congratulations Caitlin Buthmann, winner of this week's Fan Friday of a $50 gift card to Jerry and The Mermaid! In order to claim your prize, please message our page. If we haven't heard from you by Monday, a new winner will be chosen.

11/15/2024

Sixteen-year-old Oleksiy Bodnariuk, a Ukrainian native and amateur boxer living in Riverhead, became a champion earlier this month after winning a regional tournament in Brooklyn.

11/15/2024

This week's Fan Friday: a $50 gift card to Jerry and The Mermaid!

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11/15/2024

There is an increased risk of fire spread on today and a fire weather watch in effect tomorrow for Long Island, New York City and Lower Hudson Valley regions, the National Weather Service said today.

11/14/2024

The local community donated more than $10,000 via GoFundMe to replace the cash stolen from Star Confectionery by a burglar this week. "I'm so overwhelmed," said Anthony Meras, the third-generation owner of the iconic Main Street, Riverhead luncheonette.

The local community donated more than $10,000 via GoFundMe to replace the cash stolen from Star Confectionery by a burglar this week. “I’m so overwhelmed,” said Anthony Meras…

11/14/2024

Police charged a 60-year-old man described as homeless with a burglary at Riverhead Brew House early Sunday morning. He removed a cash drawer containing $200, police said. The drawer was located submerged in water at Grangebel Park.

Police charged a 60-year-old man described as homeless with a burglary at Riverhead Brew House early Sunday morning. He removed a cash drawer containing $200, police said. The drawer was located…

11/14/2024

This week's Fan Friday: a $50 gift card to Jerry and The Mermaid!

Like this post to enter. In order to be eligible, you must be subscribed to RiverheadLOCAL's email newsletter: https://riverheadlocal.com/newsletter-signup/

A winner will be randomly selected and announced publicly on RiverheadLOCAL's page Friday, November 15.

Rules: You must be a RiverheadLOCAL email newsletter subscriber. A winner will be randomly selected and announced Friday, and may not have won a Fan Friday with East End Local in the past 60 days. The name you use to sign up to our newsletter must match the name that matches your Facebook profile.

Note: RiverheadLOCAL will never message you for personal information or credit card details. No payment information is needed to collect your prize. We will always announce the winner publicly on our page.

*Fan Friday is in no way administered by or associated with Meta*

11/14/2024

Police said Jayla Cesario, age 15, was reported missing from the Timothy Hill Children's Ranch on Sound Ave in Riverhead on Wednesday, Nov. 13 at approximately 3:41 p.m.

Police said Jayla Cesario, age 15, was reported missing from the Timothy Hill Children’s Ranch on Sound Ave in Riverhead on Wednesday, Nov. 13 at approximately 3:41 p.m.

11/14/2024

After the years of turmoil we have had at the district office leading up to today, we don’t need to be fixed. We need to be supported — and we are dying to be led. Guest column by Riverhead teachers union president Gregory Wallace

11/13/2024

The board hopes to have the next superintendent hired by mid-March, which will allow the superintendent to help fill other vacant positions within the district’s central administration.

11/13/2024

Riverhead Police Sgt. Karli Conyers took the oath of office at the Nov. 7 Town Board meeting. Here's a rundown of other action at the meeting.

Riverhead Police Sgt. Karli Conyers took the oath of office at the Nov. 7 Town Board meeting. Here’s a rundown of other action at the meeting.

11/13/2024

The Navy’s latest dodge in its ongoing — and so far successful — effort to avoid responsibility for plumes of contaminated groundwater traveling off the former Grumman site in Calverton has officially entered the Twilight Zone.

11/13/2024

Unusually dry weather, an abundance of 'dry fuels', low relative humidity and strong winds combine to create high risk of fire spread.

Unusually dry weather, an abundance of ‘dry fuels’, low relative humidity and strong winds combine to create high risk of fire spread.

11/12/2024

The Aquebogue man ejected from the Town Board meeting Thursday filed a notice of claim with the Town of Riverhead, declaring his intent to sue the town for $10 million in damages in connection with his ejection from a budget hearing.

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Riverhead Middle School Pi Day

Riverhead Middle School students celebrated Pi Day on Thursday by splattering their teachers and administrators with whipped cream. The event generated $804 for the Riverhead Middle School PTO, principal Joseph Pesqueira said. Watch 10 minutes of staff members getting "pied" to celebrate Pi Day!

Riverhead students and alumni present "Godspell" this weekend

Riverhead students and alumni will grace the stage this weekend to perform 'Godspell' at Riverhead High School. Performances are this Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m.. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door of the auditorium. The 1971 rock musical follows Jesus and his disciples as they talk and sing through various parables primarily based on the Gospel of Matthew. RiverheadLOCAL caught up with the cast this week to talk about the show.

Riverhead Blue Masques present "Little Shop of Horrors" this weekend

The Riverhead High School Blue Masques will present the cult-classic musical “Little Shop of Horrors” this weekend. Performances are Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Riverhead High School auditorium. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $15. Students can purchase tickets for $5 when they show their student ID. Additionally, audience members can attend a meet and greet with the cast after the Saturday, 2 p.m. show for $5. RiverheadLOCAL talked to the cast at a dress rehearsal this week to learn more about the show.

Riverhead Faculty and Community Theatre Youth on Stage presents Annie Jr. this weekend

The Riverhead Faculty and Community theater will present its youth-on-stage production of Annie Jr. this weekend. Performances are tonight at 7 p.m. and tomorrow at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Riverhead High School auditorium. RiverheadLOCAL caught up with the cast during a dress rehearsal this week to talk about the show. Watch the video below:

Cold but pretty morning on the Peconic Riverfront at sunrise today. RIverheadLOCAL video by Denise Civiletti.

Peconic the wayward seal pup released into ocean

"Peconic," the 3-month-old seal pup who famously found his way into the Route 24 traffic center Sunday, was released back into the ocean this morning by the New York Marine Rescue Center. Happy travels, Peconic!

Blue Masques present 'SpongeBob SquarePants: The Broadway Musical' next weekend

Next weekend, the Riverhead High School Blue Masques will present “SpongeBob Squarepants: The Broadway Musical” at the Riverhead High School Auditorium. Performances are Thursday at 7 p.m., Friday at 7 p.m., and Saturday at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.. Tickets can be purchased in advance online and cost $5 for students and $10 for general admission. Seats can be reserved in advance for a $5 charge. RiverheadLOCAL caught up with the cast during dress rehearsal this week to talk about the show.

A crowd gathered outside Riverhead Town Hall Monday to support Ukraine and rally for peace. Video by Maria Piedrabuena/

Scenes from around Riverhead during the blizzard this afternoon. RIverheadLOCAL video by Peter Blasl.

Spirit's Promise will hold special needs program open house on Saturday

The Spirit's Promise Equine Rescue Program, which uses horses and barn animals to help people cope with grief and mental health issues, will hold an open house on Saturday on their Sound Avenue ranch to introduce families, caregivers, and teachers of children with special needs to the ranch and their programs. RiverheadLOCAL caught up with the staff of Spirit's Promise and spoke to one child who has been in the program for the past few months.

Riverhead Blue Masques present "A Bronx Tale: The Musical" this weekend

The Riverhead Blue Masques presents "A Bronx Tale: The Musical" this weekend in the Riverhead High School Auditorium. Performances are on Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. RiverheadLOCAL caught up with the cast of the show this week at a dress rehearsal. Watch our report to learn more about the cast and the show.