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ABTF Chairperson Mark McLaughlin honored as ‘Champion of Diversity’ by county legislators
Mark McLaughlin of Riverhead was honored by the Suffolk County Legislature yesterday as a “champion of diversity” in the First Legislative District.
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Civic group raises funds to buy books celebrating diversity and inclusion for Riverhead schools
A local civic group has raised $1,000 to purchase books for Riverhead schools celebrating diversity and inclusion.
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A refugee of war in Ukraine, Riverhead High School student finds friendship, belonging and success in a boxing ring
The 16-year-old boxer came to the U.S. with his family seeking safety from the war in Ukraine. He struggled to find his place in a strange new land — until he stepped inside the ring at a Riverhead gym.
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Riverhead’s ‘Hometown Heroes’ banners cleaned and ready for display, thanks to NJROTC
Riverhead’s Hometown Heroes banners are clean and ready to be installed along Main Street in time for Memorial Day, thanks to the efforts of the Riverhead NJROTC. The cadets cleaned the 110 banners featuring the names and photos of local residents who served in the U.S. military.
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Viewing solo, attending an eclipse party or traveling north in pursuit of totality: how locals took in Monday’s historic celestial event
People across Riverhead ventured outdoors Monday afternoon to witness a historic sight: the solar eclipse that captivated millions of Americans from Texas to Maine.
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Riverhead golf caddies earn full college scholarships after working at Friar’s Head
Two graduating seniors at Riverhead High School, who work as golf caddies at Friar’s Head, have earned full housing and tuition scholarships for college from the Evans Scholars Foundation.
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Photos: St. Patrick’s Day parade in Jamesport
Irish eyes were smiling under blue skies and sunshine today in Jamesport where a crowd turned out to enjoy the East End Emerald Society's St. Patrick's Day parade.
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Farm Bureau to honor citizens of the year: the late Rodney Anderson and Mark Bridgen
The Long Island Farm Bureau will honor the late Rodney Anderson, Mark Bridgen and Fred Thiele at its annual awards gala this year.
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Riverhead High School announces the Class of 2024’s top 20
Riverhead High School has announced the top 20 students of the Class of 2024.
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Wally Broege, 78, led Suffolk County Historical Society for more than three decades
Wallace Broege of Baiting Hollow was at the helm of the Riverhead-based Suffolk County Historical Society for 32 years. He was the organization's first full-time executive director and “left an indelible mark on the museum.”
