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The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear a challenge to New York’s even-year election law, allowing a related federal case to move forward. riverheadlocal.com/2026/03/23/sup…

Four disconnected 911 calls from a 911-only phone near Aquebogue Elementary activated the March 12 lockdown, police said. riverheadlocal.com/2026/03/23/fou…

Riverhead’s loss of meaningful Town Board minutes is not a minor change. It is a blow to open, accountable government — and to local history. riverheadlocal.com/2026/03/22/202…

Keep an eye on trends in local real estate values with the real estate title transfer reports. riverheadlocal.com/2026/03/21/rea…

The supervisor remains noncommittal on whether Riverhead’s shelved resort code should be reconsidered. riverheadlocal.com/2026/03/20/hal…

Baiting Hollow Scout Camp to mark 100th anniversary with April 25 celebration buff.ly/C80w8Zw

Riverhead school officials said special education accounts for 55% of the proposed budget increase as auditors reported no high-risk findings. riverheadlocal.com/2026/03/20/spe…

The Riverhead Town Board granted preliminary approval for a five-story addition to the previously approved Zenith Building on McDermott Avenue. riverheadlocal.com/2026/03/19/fiv…

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Riverhead Town police are seeking the public’s help to identify a man accused of stealing about $380 in assorted meat products from Stop & Shop on Old Country Road on March 1. riverheadlocal.com/2026/03/19/pol…

Rising fertilizer and fuel costs tied to Middle East conflict are adding pressure to Riverhead-area farmers heading into the growing season. riverheadlocal.com/2026/03/18/riv…

Riverhead officials adopted a new code governing accessory dwellings, and approved a final scope of review for a proposed Calverton motocross facility. riverheadlocal.com/2026/03/18/tow…

The sale of Riverhead’s historic Vail-Leavitt Music Hall to The Jazz Loft is complete, clearing the way for restoration of the theater. riverheadlocal.com/2026/03/17/riv…

A new Riverhead exhibit features women artists exploring freedom, democracy and empowerment through painting, mosaics and sculpture. riverheadlocal.com/2026/03/16/vis…

A state judge has dismissed the Town of Riverhead from one of two lawsuits filed after the fatal November 2021 fire on Second Street in Riverhead, where five people died. riverheadlocal.com/2026/03/16/riv…

A wind advisory is in effect for Long Island from 2 p.m. Monday through 4 a.m. Tuesday, as a strong frontal system moves through the region, the National Weather Service siad. riverheadlocal.com/2026/03/16/win…

East End Emerald Society and Riverhead Town officials raise the Irish flag in advance of Jamesport St. Patrick's Day Parade. buff.ly/Xt9A8Ji

It was barely 50º but felt much colder with strong, gusty winds blowing from the northwest, and the water icy cold. Great day for a swim, you say? These hardy souls thought so. Photos. riverheadlocal.com/2026/03/15/a-f…

The Pulaski Street drama club's second community performance of the original production takes place Saturday at 2 p.m. riverheadlocal.com/2026/03/14/pul…

Town Board members questioned a proposed battery storage facility on Pulaski Street, citing nearby homes and wetlands concerns. riverheadlocal.com/2026/03/13/bat…

Halpin says freight rail and manufacturing should shape EPCAL’s future, but litigation and unanswered questions still cloud the site’s path forward. riverheadlocal.com/2026/03/12/hal…