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Man on electric scooter seriously injured when SUV runs a red light on Route 58: cops

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Man on electric scooter seriously injured when SUV runs a red light on Route 58: cops

A 29-year-old Riverhead man was airlifted to Stony Brook University Hospital today with life-threatening injuries sustained in a crash on Route 58 this morning, Riverhead Police said in a press release. Police said Jorge Pagan was operating an electric scooter when he attempted to cross Route 58 at the intersection of Ostrander Avenue at approximately 9:54 a.m., when he was struck by a… Source Read Article

Riverhead Elks to host lobster & chicken BBQ

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Riverhead Elks to host lobster & chicken BBQ

The Riverhead Elks Lodge is set to host their popular lobster & chicken BBQ on Aug. 10 from 3 to 6 p.m. The event promises a fun-filled afternoon with music by DJ Stephanie, raffles, and a 50/50 draw. Attendees will be treated to a sumptuous feast that includes a whole lobster, half a chicken, shrimp cocktail, potato salad, corn on the cob, baked beans, cucumber salad, roll, watermelon, wine, beer… Source Read Article

Open house and garden festival at L.I. Horticultural Research & Extension Center

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Open house and garden festival at L.I. Horticultural Research & Extension Center

Explore the 20 varied demonstration gardens planted and maintained for Long Island Horticultural Research & Extension Center by the Cornell Gardeners at the annual Open House, on Saturday, July 12, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the research and extension center, located at 3059 Sound Avenue in Riverhead. This free even features workshops, demonstrations, wagon rides, and tours of the gardens led… Source Read Article

Shakespeare’s Othello set for July 23 at Grangebel Park

Northeast Stage will present Shakespeare’s Othello starting next week at parks across eastern Long Island, including on July 23 in Riverhead’s Grangebel Park. The Shakespearean tragedy follows Moorish military commander Othello as he is manipulated by his ensign, Iago, into suspecting his wife Desdemona of infidelity in a plot to usurp him. The play is considered one of Shakespeare’s most… SourceRiverhead, New York · Riverhead Read Article

A sweet new addition to Main Street: Ben & Jerry’s opens Thursday in Riverhead

A Ben & Jerry’s scoop shop will open in downtown Riverhead on Thursday at noon, bringing classic and exclusive flavors from the iconic ice cream brand to East Main Street. “We are very fortunate that the community has welcomed us,” said Steven Siliato of Wading River, who runs the business with his wife Angela. “It’s an exciting time. We just want everyone to just come, enjoy… SourceRiverhead, New York · Riverhead Read Article

Bee-ware, litterbugs: Giant bee recycling bin lands in downtown Riverhead

There’s a giant bee in downtown Riverhead — and it wants your empty bottles and cans. A new bottle-guzzling sculpture was unveiled Tuesday in downtown Riverhead, near the River and Roots Community Garden and playground adjacent to the intersection of West Main Street and Griffing Avenue. The four-foot by seven-foot receptacle is made of mesh wire and recycled materials. SourceRiverhead, New York · Riverhead Read Article

Peter Troyan Sr., 78

Peter Troyan Sr., a lifelong Riverhead resident died July 4, 2025 at Peconic Bay Medical Center in Riverhead. He was 78 years old. He was born in Greenport on June 7, 1947, the son of John and Helen (Kolimaga) Troyan. He served in the U.S. Navy as a member of the Seabees (1966-1999) and as a guard to President Lyndon Johnson. He was a Riverhead Town Police Department K-9 officer… SourceRiverhead, New York · Riverhead Read Article

Riverhead IDA reaffirms tax breaks for Scott’s Pointe operator

The Riverhead Industrial Development Agency approved the amended application of Scott’s Pointe’s operator on Monday, deciding to continue the company’s tax benefits despite the company violating its agreement with the agency last year. The Riverhead IDA board voted 4-1 to approve an updated agreement with Scott’s Pointe’s owner, Island Water Park Corp., allowing the continuation of the 10… SourceRiverhead, New York · Riverhead Read Article

Affordable housing project near First Baptist Church of Riverhead wins $1M state grant

A long-planned affordable housing and community center project near the First Baptist Church of Riverhead has received a $1 million grant, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Wednesday. The project, known as the Northville Commons, will consist of “80 units of much-needed affordable rental housing,” according to the governor’s press release. The state funds will support the construction of an on… SourceHousing · Riverhead Read Article

Vincent G. Villella, 78

Former Riverhead town supervisor and longtime Wading River resident Vincent (“Vinny”) Villella died July 3, 2025 at age 78. Villella served one term as supervisor from 1998 through 1999. Villella grew up in Riverhead, attended Riverhead public schools and was a 1965 graduate of Riverhead High School. He was a U.S. Army veteran. Before entering political life, he worked in the family… SourceRiverhead, New York · Riverhead Read Article

Defending Freedom Through Faith and Solidarity - The Good Newsroom

Defending Freedom Through Faith and Solidarity Arts + Culture | 07/4/2025 By: Our Sunday Visitor Lucia Corbea is the winner of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ 2025 Religious Liberty Essay Contest Women hold a U.S. flag as they lead a pro-immigrant march following a Spanish-language Mass at St. John the Evangelist Church in…Catholic Church · Turin Read Article

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