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The Riverhead Chamber of Commerce presented its 2013 annual awards to recipients at a dinner at the Suffolk Theater last night.

“The Riverhead Chamber of Commerce annually recognizes select local businesses, individuals and organizations that have made a considerable impact and notable contribution to the community throughout the year and beyond,” the chamber said in a news release announcing this year’s slate of honorees:

• Dianne and Bob Castaldi of the Suffolk Theater – Businesspersons of The Year

• Island International Industries, Inc. – Business of The Year

• John Condzella of Condzella Hops – Agricultural Achievement Award

• Lisa and Richard Israel of Richmond Realty – Gold Key Award

• Stony Brook University’s Incubator at Calverton- Entrepreneurial Achievement Award

• Riverhead Local – Spirit of Riverhead Award

• Denise Lucas of Riverhead Move the Animal Shelter – Community Appreciation Award

• Debra Schmitt – Riverhead Chamber of Commerce Director of the Year

RiverheadLOCAL photos by Emil Breitenbach Jr.

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