Riverhead, NY Local News, Events, and Information

Wantagh Wed. Aug 26 2026

Gentle Jack Needs a Foster or Forever Home After Years of Living Outdoors

Gentle Jack Needs a Foster or Forever Home After Years of Living Outdoors

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Gentle Jack Needs a Foster or Forever Home After Years of Living Outdoors

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Huntington Wed. Aug 26 2026

🆘 URGENT: Long Island Dog Legend Needs a Home — His Life May Depend on It

🆘 URGENT: Long Island Dog Legend Needs a Home — His Life May Depend on It

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🆘 URGENT: Long Island Dog Legend Needs a Home — His Life May Depend on It

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Riverhead Weather: Sunday September 6

High: 72°

Low: 61°

Wind: 12 MPH E

Chance of rain: 72%

Patchy rain nearby, with a high of 72 and low of 61 degrees. Patchy rain nearby for the morning, clear overnight.

Central Islip Wed. Aug 26 2026

Former Suffolk County Correction Officer Sentenced for Sexually Assaulting Inmate

Former Suffolk County Correction Officer Sentenced for Sexually Assaulting Inmate

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Samantha Hespos Editor

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Samantha Hespos Riverhead Public Notices and Press Releases - Wed. Aug 19 2026

Suffolk DA: Four-Time Felony DWI Offender Detained by ICE After Allegedly Driving Despite Court Order
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Samantha Hespos Riverhead Public Notices and Press Releases - Wed. Aug 19 2026

Riverhead Building Supply Plans Acquisition of Contractor Express Assets
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Samantha Hespos Riverhead Public Notices and Press Releases - Mon. Jul 14 2025

CHIP WILLIFORD NAMED SUFFOLK COUNTY POET LAUREATE
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Syosset Wed. Aug 26 2026

Syosset Teen Kelsie Chin Turns Setback Into Service, Leadership and a Miss Long Island Teen Journey

Syosset Teen Kelsie Chin Turns Setback Into Service, Leadership and a Miss Long Island Teen Journey

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Samantha Hespos Editor

Mount Sinai Tue. Aug 25 2026

Rare Deep Lunar Eclipse Coming Thursday Night: Long Islanders Could See Nearly the Entire Moon Disappear Into Earth’s Shadow

Rare Deep Lunar Eclipse Coming Thursday Night: Long Islanders Could See Nearly the Entire Moon Disappear Into Earth’s Shadow

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Samantha Hespos Editor

Stony Brook Tue. Aug 25 2026

From DC Stages to NYC Rooms: Comedian and Producer Alexx Starr Is Just Getting Started

Comedian & producer Alexx Starr talks Howard University roots, building comedy scenes in DC and NYC, and why finding your own voice matters most in stand-up.

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From DC Stages to NYC Rooms: Comedian and Producer Alexx Starr Is Just Getting Started

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Mount Sinai Mon. Aug 24 2026

What to do in Mount Sinai - Tuesday, Aug 25 - Monday, Aug 31

Check out our community calendar to find out what's happening this week.

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Samantha Hespos Editor

Mount Sinai Mon. Aug 24 2026

Your Mount Sinai weather forecast for Tuesday, Aug 25 - Saturday, Aug 29

What to expect when you step outside

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Riverhead Mon. Aug 24 2026

Butterfly Effect Project Brings Back-to-School Support to Riverhead Families

More than 200 participants registered for the nonprofit’s Backpack & BBQ Giveaway aimed at helping local children prepare for the new school year

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Samantha Hespos Editor

Calverton Sun. Aug 23 2026

🐾 HELP THEM FIND HOME: Dogs at Kent Animal Shelter Are Waiting for Their Forever Families

🐾 HELP THEM FIND HOME: Dogs at Kent Animal Shelter Are Waiting for Their Forever Families

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🐾 HELP THEM FIND HOME: Dogs at Kent Animal Shelter Are Waiting for Their Forever Families

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Dix Hills Sun. Aug 23 2026

🐾 THE STORY IS OUT — NOW THE DIX HILLS CATS NEED LONG ISLAND TO STEP UP

🐾 THE STORY IS OUT — NOW THE DIX HILLS CATS NEED LONG ISLAND TO STEP UP

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🐾 THE STORY IS OUT — NOW THE DIX HILLS CATS NEED LONG ISLAND TO STEP UP

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Mount Sinai Sun. Aug 23 2026

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