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Environment
Navy plans PFAS treatment in Calverton amid criticism over cleanup pace, transparency
The Navy says PFAS treatment at Calverton could begin by fall, as RAB members criticize the cleanup pace and transparency.
Weather
Air quality advisory in effect again Friday on Long Island, remains in effect through 11 p.m. Thursday
An air quality health advisory is in effect again Friday for Nassau and Suffolk counties, from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
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Breaking News
Cops: Man stole money from Manorville shrine donation box
Suffolk County Police said a Lindenhurst man was arrested on grand larceny and other charges for stealing money from a donation box at a Manorville shrine.
Government
Court order preserves U.S. Open parking plan at EPCAL amid property dispute
A court order bars U.S. Open-related parking on 400 David Court LLC’s property but allows shuttle buses to pass through the easement area.
Breaking News
Fire at Riverhead Home Depot under investigation; incident appears non-criminal, police say
Update: The fire at The Home Depot in Riverhead involved two trailers parked at the rear of the store, Riverhead Town Police said in a press release Tuesday.
Breaking News
Rt. 58 reopened after wires downed by military transport vehicle Tuesday
Rt. 58 in Riverhead has been reaped after lanes in both directions were closed both directions between Harrison Avenue and Roanoke Avenue due to a damaged utility pole, police said.
Government
Gas-powered generator pitched as cost-saver for Riverhead Town Hall
A proposal to power Town Hall with a natural-gas generator drew interest — and procurement questions — at Thursday’s work session.
Police & Fire
Suffolk police to hold vehicle auction Saturday
The Suffolk County Police Department will hold a vehicle auction Saturday, June 13, beginning at 9 a.m. at its impound facility in Westhampton.
Community News
Riverhead Highway Department truck show for kids returns June 20
The free event gives children a chance to see highway department trucks and equipment up close.
Government
Riverhead Town Board hearing set on site plan, special permit for town square hotel
The Town Board will hold a public hearing on the site plan and special permit applications for the proposed Peconic River Hotel downtown on June 10 at 6 p.m..
Photos
Celebrating Riverhead’s agricultural heritage: Plow Day at L.I. Antique Power Association
The Long Island Antique Power Association celebrated Riverhead's agricultural heritage last Sunday with "Plow Day." Photo gallery.
Board of Education
Riverhead school board June 3 meeting wrap
The Riverhead school board approved more than $1 million in repair reserve spending, several administrative appointments and two new eighth-grade honors courses Wednesday night.
Riverhead school board June 3 meeting wrap
The Riverhead school board approved more than $1 million in repair reserve spending, several administrative appointments and two new eighth-grade honors courses Wednesday night.
Riverhead’s ’25-’26 Suffolk Zone Awards recipients
Riverhead High School seniors Adriana Martinez and Dillon Zaleski have received the 2025–2026 New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Suffolk Zone Awards.
Riverhead school budget passes 52.8% to 47.2%
Riverhead Central School District voters approved the 2026-2027 operating budget Tuesday by a vote of 944 to 841.
Riverhead school district budget vote, trustee election takes place Tuesday: preview
Riverhead school district voters will weigh in on the proposed $218.88 million 2026-2027 budget vote and choose four trustees from a field of five candidates.
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