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Agri-tourism resort hearing canceled
The hearing on a proposed law to allow resorts on land north of Sound Avenue in Riverhead Town has been canceled “in response to the unusually high volume of opposition and commentary received” on the topic by Town Board members, Supervisor Tim Hubbard said this morning. The supervisor...
Civic group launches petition against resort uses on land along Long Island Sound
Update 11:50 a.m.: The Riverhead Town Board has canceled the public hearing on the Agritourism Inn and Resort zoning code “in response to the unusually high volume of opposition and commentary received” on the topic by Town Board members, Supervisor Tim Hubbard said this morning. Read our coverage of the announcement here.
Wallace David Macomber, 82
Wallace D. Macomber of Laurel died at home on Aug. 13, 2024. He was 82. The family will receive visitors on Wednesday, Aug. 21, from 2 to 6 p.m. at the DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck. Interment with U.S. Navy honors will take place on Thursday, Aug. 22, at 10 a.m. at Calverton National Cemetery.
Leola Drain Morris, 88
Leola Drain Morris of Riverhead died at her home on Aug. 7, 2024. She was 88. She was born on March 29, 1936, in North Charleston, South Carolina, the daughter of Sarah and George Morton Sr. She was educated in the Charleston County School District. Her family said she enjoyed...
Riverhead Police blotter: Aug. 14, 2024
A total of 18 incidents were reported by Riverhead Town Police on Aug. 14, 2024. Among them:. 2:07 p.m. Petit Larceny Incident, Old Country Road, Riverhead. An incident of larceny was reported. 8:44 p.m. Town Code Violation, Time to Eat Cafe & Grill, West Main Street, Riverhead. A town code...
Elsie Schaefer Ashmore, 97
Elsie Schaefer Ashmore of Riverhead died on July 22, 2024, at Bellhaven Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing Care in Bellport. She was 97 years old. Born to Ellis and Ida Lucas in Riverhead, Elsie was a homemaker and also worked as a secretary at LILCO in her early 20s. She was known for her independence and was proud of purchasing her own boat with her earnings. Elsie and her first husband, Eugene Schaefer, were parents to three children and cherished their role as grandparents, particularly in the life of their grandson, Matthew Schaefer.
LaLota: American elections need Voter ID
As a former Suffolk County Election Commissioner and an attorney who has studied the legal history of Voter ID laws, I understand the positive role that voter ID laws play in maintaining the integrity of our electoral process. We must ensure every American’s vote counts and that our elections are fair and transparent.
Wake up, Riverhead!
An unwelcome, transformational change to the historic Sound Avenue corridor is coming our way. You may have heard it mentioned that the Town Board is about to change the zoning code to allow large luxury resorts and spas north of Sound Avenue—the area that for many is the last vestige of what makes this town special with its farm vistas and country feel. If this bothers you and you don’t like the idea, it’s time to speak up or forever hold your peace. Your one and only opportunity to be heard is at the public hearing on this code change on Aug. 20 at 6 p.m. in Town Hall. Being there will have the biggest impact but if you can’t make it write to townclerk@townofriverheadny.gov.
New residential carter picked, comp plan impact statement accepted: Aug. 6 Town Board wrap
A new carting company will be collecting residential solid waste in Riverhead Town come Jan. 1. The Town Board at its last meeting awarded a five-year contract for collection services in Riverhead’s six sanitation districts to Colucci Carting of Middle Island. The per-household fee payable by the town for...
North Fork group to host ‘Harris for President’ fundraiser Aug. 26
NoFoWomen4Kamala will host a “Harris for President” fundraiser on Monday, Aug. 26 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Greenport Harbor Brewery in Peconic. All supporters are welcome. More information and to volunteer to work on the campaign locally here. The survival of local journalism depends on your support.
Riverhead Police blotter: Aug. 13, 2024
A total of 23 incidents were reported by Riverhead Town Police on Aug. 13, 2024. Among them:. 8:21 a.m. Town Code Violation, Hari Card & Convenience Store, East Main Street, Riverhead. A summons was issued. 8:42 a.m. Town Code Violation, Congregational Church Riverhead, 1st Street, Riverhead. A town code violation...
Taking care of our own, so they can take care of the public
I read the recent editorial on our first responders with a great degree of thankfulness for the insight displayed by the author(s). Being an active member of the Long Island Fire and Emergency Services family for 37 years, as well as a fire chaplain for many years, I know how much dedication and sacrifice is required of our first responder families in order to effectively perform their lifesaving skills, while still holding down, often more than one job, and for many, raising a family as well.
Shout-out to all involved in AAECF concert
On behalf of AAECF Inc, I want to express our heartfelt gratitude to the Riverhead community, vendors, entertainers and sponsors for their unwavering support at our Third Annual Young Women Transitional and Mentoring Services Program ‘Concert in the Park.’ Despite uncertain weather forecasts, your presence and contributions made the event a success. Thank you for your generosity and dedication!
Resort developers pitch sharing use and costs of condo complex’s sewage treatment plant
Homeowners in the Willow Ponds condo complex on Sound Avenue are considering allowing the prospective developer of a resort hotel on adjacent Soundfront property to hook up to their sewage treatment plant in exchange for a cash payment and shared costs going forward. Representatives of Alfred Weissman Real Estate, based...
Riverhead Police blotter: Aug. 12, 2024
A total of 36 incidents were reported by Riverhead Town Police on Aug. 12, 2024. Among them:. 6:41 p.m. Incident, ShopRite Riverhead, Old Country Road, Riverhead. A person trespassed at the location. 7:14 p.m. Petit Larceny, Lucky Liquor & Wine Inc, West Main Street, Riverhead. A person took $65 from...
Maureen E. Madigan, 61
Maureen E. Madigan of Riverhead died on Aug. 12, 2024, at the Kanas Center for hospice care in Quiogue. She was 61 years old. Born on March 14, 1963, in Riverhead to Raymond and Eileen (Sullivan) Wouters, she was a 1982 graduate of Riverhead High School. She worked as a bus driver for the Riverhead Central School District and also worked at the Riverhead Flower Shop.
Cops: Greenport man drove drunk with three young children in car, fled scene of Rt. 58 crash
A Greenport man was arrested on a charge of felony DWI under Leandra’s Law after leaving the scene of a crash on Route 58 Monday night, Riverhead Police said. Juan L. Arevalo-Lopez, 22, operator of a white Honda Civic, was involved in a crash in the area of 1685 Old Country Road, near Commerce Drive, last night just after 8 p.m., according to a police press release issued this morning. Arevalo-Lopez fled the scene eastbound, police said, and responding officers located his vehicle in the area of 1087 Old Country Road, near the traffic circle, police said.
Constance Ann Hobson, 65
Constance A. Hobson of Riverhead died on Aug. 5, 2024, at Peconic Bay Medical Center. She was 65 years old. Born in Riverhead on July 7, 1959, to Bertha (Van Slyke) and Carnal Hobson Sr., Hobson was a graduate of Riverhead High School. She served in the U.S. Army and later worked for the Suffolk County Water Authority.
Patricia J. Douglass, 71
Patricia J. Douglass of Orient died on Aug. 1, 2024. She was 71. Born on Dec. 8, 1952, in Bay Shore, Douglass was raised by Patricia D. Reed and Charles B. Knispel, who instilled in her a love of history, food and travel. She earned a bachelor’s degree in education from Millersville State College in Millersville, Pennsylvania. On Aug. 3, 1974, she married Robert G. Douglass. The couple ran a family convenience store in Orient and later started Douglass Marine, where she was known as the “heart and voice” of the business for its 49-year duration. The business will serve as the Greenport Maritime Festival Parade grand marshal for 2024.
Margaret A. McCarthy, 81
Margaret A. McCarthy of Riverhead died on Aug. 7, 2024, at her home. She was 81. Born on Sept. 20, 1942, in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, she was the daughter of Ray and Anne Melin. “Margie” moved to Flatbush, Brooklyn, where she raised her three children. As a young mother, she earned a nursing degree and spent her professional life at Beth Israel Medical Center, where she eventually became supervising nurse manager.
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