Community Invited To Celebrate Restoration Of 1937 Naugles Barn In Riverhead

"The barn is now more accessible, more usable and more durable," and still the authentic 1937 structure. — Heather Johnson.

2025 Northwell Health Walk at East End Attracts Nearly 400 Registrants and Raises Over $170,000

Community driven event raises critical funds for the Emilie Roy Corey Center for Women and Infants and Breast Health at PBMC

​ 'Deepest Gratitude' To Firefighters Who Tackled Massive LI Blaze At Recycling Facility: Patch PM

Also: 'Cold, calculated murder": DA / Dog found in squalor: SPCA / Ex-teacher solicited nude photos from girls: DA / Run for Gaza hostages

'7 Sweet Ducklings, Stuck In A Storm Drain' Saved By Riverhead FD

"The ducklings were reunited with their mama."

Memorial Day 2025: How To Pay Tribute In Riverhead

Here's where Memorial Day parades and services will take place in Riverhead on Memorial Day Monday.

First-Ever 'Blessing Of The Cars' In Riverhead To Benefit Ukraine

The car show was conceived to help raise funds for war victims and aid the humanitarian crisis of the people in Ukraine, oganizers say.

'Ransacked': Girl Scout's Joyful 'Puzzle Box' Project Damaged At Park

Despite the puzzle pieces strewn across the LI park, the good in human nature prevailed when two caring individuals came forward to help.

Man Who Drove While Impaired In Deadly High-Speed Crash Sentenced: DA

The Wading River man was driving at about 113 mph in East Quogue when he hit the car driven by an 82-year-old Queens man, the DA says.

After Racist Attacks, LI Youth Group 'Not Going Anywhere': Patch PM

Also: Drug bust: DA / 'Beautiful soul' dies / Human remains / Stony Brook University visas revoked / Man gunned down on LIRR / Diner closes

After Racist Attacks, LI Youth Group Vows: 'We're Not Going Anywhere'

LI's Butterfly Effect Project was created to empower young girls; that vow is stronger than ever after racist attacks. Support is needed.

'Shark Tank Showdown' Raises Funds For Individuals With Disabilities

The showdown was in Riverhead on April Fool's Day, but was no joke — participants took the dive and got up-close and personal with sharks.

Free Cannabis Locking Bags Offered In Riverhead For Child, Pet Safety

"No matter your view on adult cannabis use, I think we can all agree that children and teens should not have access to it."

LI Girl Scout Spreading Happiness, One Puzzle At A Time

Allie Sanders created a free puzzle box for her Girl Scout Troop's Bronze Award project. Now, she needs puzzle donations to refill the box.

'Andrew's Top Gun 5K' Honors LI Boy Scout, 12, Killed By Drunk Driver

His 19th birthday will mark "2,372 days since I cradled his face and kissed his cheek, whispering our final good-byes." — Alisa McMorris.

'So Proud': Irish Flag-Raising Kicks Off Jamesport St. Pat's Parade

A flag-raising and Leprechaun Plunge kicked off Saturday's Jamesport St. Patrick's Day Parade. Grand Marshal Anthony Meras speaks to Patch.

Gummies=Sick Kids | 'Heinous Abuse' | Twister? | Dead Birds | Cat Save

Also: Kids hurt in school bus crash / Mister Softee opens / Spielberg flick films / Teen races on / LI Dance champs / Trans ban challenged

Don't Miss: Raising Of the Irish Flag In Jamesport Saturday

The event will be followed by a Leprechaun Leap into the Peconic Bay.

Community Joins Hearts To Find Cat Home After Loss: 'A Sweet Girl'

Autumn still needs a forever home, after her family was rocked by the greatest of tragedies. Here's how to help.

Gabby Petito Doc Trends | Avian Flu Hope | Brutal Assault | Swatting

Also: Family seeks to lay beloved mom to rest / Missing girl / Bus stop approach / Tent death Neglected dogs found / Gilgo / Wegmans opens

New Hope Born After Avian Flu: 3.7K Crescent Duck Farm Eggs Hatch: PM

Also: Wegmans opens on LI / New charges for ex-superintendent: court / Missing girl / Road rage / Eatery closing / Fraudulent $1M: Feds

Accused Gilgo Killer Worked At Beach, 'Familiar' With Area: DA | PM

Also: Wegmans opens on LI / Gabby Petito docuseries tops Netflix / House fire brings out multiple departments: FD / Police save choking man

Sweet Dreams Pastry Chef Competition Raises Almost $12,000

Event Showcases Long Island’s Culinary Talent While Supporting Community Health Care

Woman Needs To Rehome Cat After Tragic Loss: 'It's Breaking My Heart'

A Wading River woman, cloaked in grief since her beloved husband died in a crash last year, needs help to rehome her cat, currently hiding.

LI Woman Accepted Bribes To Falsify License County Paperwork: DA | PM

Also: Smoke shop bust: PD / Baby saved / Woman hit by truck: PD / Eatery owner's YouTube series / Granola Lady mourned / Fatal stabbing: DA

Temporary Closure Of Live Bird Markets To Stop Avian Flu Spread: PM

Also: Kids tell "erratic" driver to pull over: PD / Hometown hero / Indictment in crash that hurt good Samaritan: DA / Ex-legislator dies

New Online Platform Unveiled To Report Avian Influenza In Wild Birds

"I encourage New Yorkers to use this web-based tool to provide DEC with real-time information about locations of suspected outbreaks."

Accused Gilgo Killer Defense Files Motion To Try Cases Separately: PM

Also: Man tried to lure child with candy: PD / Top hospitals / Drones / Seagull saved / Info session after deportation fear / Help for farm

Community Flocks To Help LI Duck Farm Devastated By Avian Bird Flu

"Locals helping locals." The community will come together with an auction to help Crescent Duck Farm, which had to euthanize its flock.

Chef Reacts To Devastating Avian Bird Flu Hitting Iconic Duck Farm| PM

Also: Person sleeping in car shot: DA / 3rd man charged after teen's disappearance: lawyer / Raccoons with distemper / Missing girl found

3rd Annual Volunteer Expo Readies Community For MLK Jr. Day Of Service

Here's a chance to give back to the community in advance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service.

Siblings' 2 Transplants Marked By Blood Drive: 'Truly A Miracle'

5 years ago, baby Ruby Cotter received her new heart before Christmas and since then, in another miracle, her brother received one, too.

Puppy, St. Nick, Found Emaciated Under Deck, Needs Christmas Miracle

The puppy has a possible broken pelvis and a broken back leg and was found on Christmas Eve, animal advocates say. "He needs our help."

Fossilized Mastodon | 7th Gilgo Victim | Brutal Carjacking Death: PD

Also: Fire guts holiday light house / Star Wars barber's free Christmas cuts / Tragedy closes bagel shop / Dog robbed by force: PD / Drones

'Relieved And Elated': Lost Livestock Farm Dog Found Safe On LI

Halo's delighted owners said tracker Teddy Henn, a caring community, and a Patch article helped to bring the beloved dog home safely.

'We Are Pleading': Family Searching For Missing LI Livestock Farm Dog

"All we want is to bring her home safely."

Woman Kills Mom: PD | Turkey Pardon | Zeldin Threat: PD | Shotcallers

Also: Boy, 8, robbed of coat: PD / TBI hope / Grooming: suit / 26 suspensions: PD / Urine-soaked dogs, rats, coke / LI Pizza Strong / Plunge

2 Turkeys 'Pardoned', Just Days Before Thanksgiving

The turkeys were saved by a Long Island animal advocacy group.

8 Stabbed In 'Spree' At LI House Party, DA Says | Patch PM

Also: Pedestrian dies: PD / PSEG donation / Woman, 80, slams into tree: PD / "True warrior", 14, fights cancer / Congestion suit / Turkey

Illuminating Jail Holds Personal Meaning For Sheriff, Cancer Survivor

The Suffolk County Correctional Facility was lit in purple in recognition of World Pancreatic Cancer Day; Sheriff Toulon is a survivor.

Holiday Extravaganza Planned For Downtown Riverhead

Don't miss a minute of the fun! See a full schedule of events here.