CPS Reform | Human Remains: PD | Fire | Mahjong Player Cracks Case

Trooper suspended: PD / Vets helped / Man dead under car: PD / Sex offender slashing: DA / Girl's Taylor Swift "best day" / Paraglider hurt

Jr. Dragster Challenge Brings Crowds To EPCAL

31 drivers between the ages of 6 and 17 competed for a grand prize of $26,000; the purse was the largest at such an event.

Friends Join Hearts To Help Beloved LI Granola Artisan In Cancer Fight

"Jeanette is the nicest person I've ever met. She has a heart of gold and I love her dearly. And I can't believe this is happening to her."

Luxury Hotel Killer Suspect Dies: PD | Dog Abuse | Halloween Stabbing

Also: Ex-daycare worker charged: PD / Man, dog hit by car die / Trooper shot: PD / Cannabis delivery / Recovery / Fighting hunger / Fires

Peconic Bay Medical Center Receives Gold Beacon Award for Excellence

PBMC is the only hospital in New York State to receive the highest level of this prestigious award based on three-year evaluation

1st Annual Doxie Derby Debuts At Baiting Hollow Farm Vineyard: Photos

See the photos and videos of all the delightful dachshunds here.

Spooky Coffin Races, Parade All Part Of Riverhead Halloween Fest Fun

The festival unfolds Saturday in downtown Riverhead. Find the full schedule here.

EPA Finalizes Lead and Copper Rule Changes

Thousands of Long Islanders Can Expect Letters from Their Water Providers About Their Service Line Material & Potential Need for Replacement

Police Investigating Death Of 7-Month-Old Baby On Long Island | PM

Also: Fire death / $66K Rolex heist: PD / Mom's Narcan quest / Swimmer dies / New spine surgery / Deadly crash / "Hero" / 31 suspensions: PD

48th Riverhead Country Fair Set To Draw Festive Crowd Downtown Sunday

The event, always held on Columbus Day weekend, has been a celebration of Riverhead's agricultural community for decades.

Where To Pick Pumpkins In Riverhead This Fall

There are a plethora of pumpkin-picking opportunities available in Riverhead.

Deformed Turtle Duck | Man Kills Mom, 85: PD | Terrifying Scam | Sting

Also: Asian Doe Gilgo seach / Donor hero / Ralph Macchio gives back / Pediatric cancer research needs more / Whooping cough / Crash on ferry

THRIVE East End Recovery Center Opens In Riverhead, Fights Addiction

"We know the need is real, and we’re excited to launch this new, centrally located facility to better support the East End of Long Island."

'Deformed' Turtle That Looks Like A Duck Gets 2nd Chance At Life At 70

The turtle has improved dramatically, as the photo in the story shows. He's now able to eat and drink on his own.

Stepdad Killer Burns Home |Grisly Parts | Boat Rescue | Miracle Pup

Also: Last large Kmart in US closing / 2 heart transplant siblings thrive / Teens killed in tragic crash: PD / Band plays on / Fake cops

43rd Annual Hallockville Country Fair & Craft Show Set For Weekend

Here's a full schedule of all the fun.

Lost Dog, Enzo, Found Safe In Baiting Hollow: 'It's A Happy Ending'

Enzo's family thanked the community who helped. "We really felt the love."

2 LI Siblings With Heart Transplants Head To School: 'Little Warriors'

"Every moment is a moment that almost didn’t happen — and we are in a constant state of gratitude."

Search On For Dog, Possibly Hurt, Missing On LI: 'He Means Everything'

Enzo and the family's other dog, Bella, got out of a LI family's home; Bella was hit by a car and badly injured. Enzo remains missing.

Asian Remains Near Gilgo Victims | Emu Save | 'Stench' | Wild Chase

Also: Body in suitcase bound: DA / Trump rally / Taxi driver fare attack: PD / Hiker, 83, saved / VFW post after fire / Healing after crash

Reworld™ Provides Essential Support for Backpack Pirates Program

Reworld™ Provides Essential Support for Homeless and At-Risk Children in Sponsorship of Long Island Coalition of the Homeless Back to School

2 Riverhead Services Set To Honor Those Lost On 9/11

With Wednesday marking 23 years since 9/11, two memorial services will be held in Riverhead to honor the lost.

LI Farm Chef Seen On Netflix's 'Blue Ribbon Baking Championship': PM

Also: 2 pedestrians hit at 1X: PD / Mask ban suit / Lifeguards honored / Nail salon survivors sue / Overcrowded home / Psych emergency: PD

LI Farm Chef Reflects On Netflix's 'Blue Ribbon Baking Championship'

Larry Kaiser, of the 1760 Homestead Farm, wowed judges with his North Fork Potato Candy. His aim is to educate about where food comes from.

Polkas, Pierogis and Fun As Riverhead Polish Festivals Unfold: Photos

Two Polish festivals took place this weekend in Riverhead, and the fun included food, music, dance and tradition. Photos, video here.

Polish Town Fair & Festival Back In Riverhead: 'We're On To A New Era'

A weekend of polkas, pierogies and fun is planned as the beloved festival returns for the first time since 2019.

LI Man Drove Drunk With 3 Kids In Car, Fled Crash: Police | Patch PM

Also: Man found safe / Missing puppy jumped out of car / Massive beach cleanup / Bank robbery: PD / Santos jury selection / Cafe feted

2 Rescued From Burning Home On Long Island: Patch PM

Also: Mask ban / Sands lease deal update / Flood watch across LI / Beloved nurse, business owner dies / Friends rally to help LI gallerist

2 Rescued As Fire Rips Through LI Home Monday Night: Police

The man and woman were saved from the Riverhead home, which was engulfed in flames and blanketed with heavy smoke, police say.

Huge Rubber Duck Visits Splish Splash To Highlight Water Safety

Guests at Splish Splash this weekend got to see the World's Largest Rubber Duck, with an eye toward spotlighting water safety.

Human Remains | Car Vs. House | Accused Gilgo Killer's Dog In Court

Also: 12 rescued from sinking boat: PD / $44K library embezzler pays / Olympians / Timberlake's license suspended / Upskirt pics bust: PD

LIRR Train With 30+ Passengers Crashes Into Vehicle: MTA | Patch PM

Also: Motorcyclist dies in hit-and-run: PD / Accused Gilgo Beach killer in court / Bagel Boss / Beach bacteria scare / Breast cancer fight

2 Injured After LIRR Train Strikes Car In Suffolk: MTA

About 30 to 40 passengers were onboard the train at the time of the crash, the MTA LIRR says.

Stewie, Service Dog For Accused Gilgo Killer's Family, Seen In Court

Stewie, a Lab Chihuahua mix gives Rex Heuermann's estranged wife Asa and their grown children "calm and comfort," attorney says.

2-Day Car & Truck Festival On LI Benefits Beloved Animal Rescue

The event features a wide array of cars and trucks, a blast-from-the-past pinup contest, BBQ, music, prizes, vendors and more.

Farm Animals Dead | Post Office Threat | Plane Crash | 'Trumpstock'

Also: 'Heinous' manslaughter: DA / Cops deliver baby / Man films under woman's dress: PD / Window with hostage photos smashed: PD / New show

5 Animals Found Dead On LI Farm After Bushes Tossed In Pen

"Contrary to popular belief, goats and sheep cannot eat everything. We are devastated."

Global Technology Outages Shuts Down DMV, Disrupts Hospitals In NY

Hospitals have also reported impacts from the outage.

Dog Tied To Pole On Highway Finds Forever Home: 'Divine Intervention'

Roxi was found on the Southern State Parkway on Long Island, tied to a pole with just a note and some food. Her story touched hearts.

Riverhead Beach Hours Extended, Outdoor Programs Canceled, Due To Heat

The town has also opened a cooling center.