Acts Of Kindness: 2 Little Boys Meet At LI Beach, Forge Friendship

Patch is introducing a new feature focusing on the little acts of kindness that make life extraordinary.

Search Ongoing For Man Missing From Riverhead: Police

Have you seen Felix Alexander?

Fireworks Near Me: Riverhead July 4th 2024 Events

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Riverhead.

2 Rescued From Sinking Boat Off Long Island: Patch PM

Also: Man victim Of $47,000 elder scam: PD / Injured pup need surgery, foster home / Man hid human remains: PD / Pink flamingo makes splash

2 Dramatic Sound Saves, 1 Day | Human Remains: PD | Ducklings In Drain

Also: Justin Timberlake / Pink flamingo hits Hamptons / What was found in dead person's home / Army hero / Foie gras victory / Hiker rescue

July 4th 2024 Fireworks, Events Around Riverhead

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Riverhead.

Kayaker Saved In 2nd Dramatic Rescue At LI Beach In 1 Day: Patch PM

Also: Mom's DWI crash with child: PD / Runaway sailboat / Good Samaritans' save / Colin Quinn / Transgender ban vote / Eatery closes

Scout Killed By Drunk Driver To Receive Diploma: 'Tsunami Of Emotion'

Andrew McMorris, who died when just 12 years old, will be awarded a posthumous diploma by the high school he was never able to attend.

Accused Serial Killer's Manifesto: DA| Sinkhole Fawn| Cricket Crasher

Also: Stolen $80K check: PD / Bar-crawl stabbing: DA / / Hurricane / Sloths / Fermentation fest / 'Joyful' Pride parade /Headlamp thief: PD

'I Miss How She Called Me 'Mommy': Family Of Gilgo Victim Speaks

"When her life was stolen, a light went out." Decades after loss, grief for the family members of Gilgo victim Jessica Taylor is endless.

2 Die In Separate Long Island Crashes Friday: PD | Patch PM

Also: Pedestrian hospitalized after LIRR strike: MTA / 2 geese on loose safe / World Cup cricket matches on way / Stop & Shop closures?

Raging Boat Fire | Food Truck Cocaine Ring: DA | Sharks | Last Cobbler

Also: Autism journey of love / 3 dogs saved / Officer punched: PD / Gilgo / Carcinogens / Childhood cancer help / School corruption probe

2 Domestic Geese On Loose On LI Beach Found Safe, Need New Home

"Domestic ducks and geese are sensitive individuals, not school science experiments, Easter props or objects to be discarded like trash."

Search On For 2 Domestic Geese On The Loose On Long Island Beach

Have you seen these 2 geese taking a stroll?

Georgica Workforce Opportunity to Host Unique 2-Day Job Fair

Georgica Workforce Opportunity Committee to Host Unique 2-Day Innovative Job Fair for Construction and Development Opportunities

Accused Serial Killer's Home Search | Capsized! | Goat Landscapers

Also: Man pulled unresponsive from pool: PD / Flying dogs / Pizza Strong / Rabbit disease / Nostalgic drive-ins / Hunger / Bookstore help

New Cherry Blossom Program Will Honor Veterans In Riverhead

"As we plant these trees, we sow the seeds of a stronger, more connected community, where the legacy of our veterans continues to flourish."

Mass Harm Threat: PD / Teen Human Trafficker / Pups Dumped / Boat Save

Also: Human remains / 'Road rage' driver: prosecutors / Hunger in NY grows / Mom mourns son, girlfriend lost / Hammer attack to head: PD

Woman Tries To Reunite Lost Painting With Owner

The painting flew off a passing car in Riverhead, the woman says.

LI Woman Desperate To Find Missing Cat, Lost After Mishap

"I'm sick with grief."

Eclipse Viewing Event Draws Crowd On LI: 'It's Exciting' | Photos

The crowd gathered at Hallock State Park Preserve to share the rare happening.

Total Solar Eclipse: How Much We’ll See In Riverhead, When To See It

Do you have your eclipse glasses ready?

'Save Our Turtles': New Town Signage Urges Motorists To Be Aware

Turtles often become roadkill in numerous "hot spots" on town roads, wildlife advocates say.

'Andrew's Run' Honors Scout, On What Would Have Been His 18th Birthday

"The ache remains." — Alisa McMorris, who lost her son, Boy Scout Andrew McMorris at 12 to a drunk driver.

Officer's Death Sparks Memories For NYPD Widow: 'I Lost My Breath': PM

Also: Gambling machines seized: PD / Funeral plans for NYPD officer from LI / Help needed after tragedy / Fatal DWI sentencing: DA / Measles

Officer's Death Sparks Memories For NYPD Widow: 'I Lost My Breath'

"This one really hit me hard. The minute I heard a cop was shot, I lost my breath" — Wife of NYPD Det. Brian Simonsen, killed in 2019.

'The Call Anyone Would Dread': Beloved Sister Dies Unexpectedly At 39

A well-known animal rescue advocate who faced her own health challenges this year said her family is devastated by the loss —and needs help.

'Hot Dog Hooker' / $6.9K+ Bag Heist / Hero K9 / Daring Water Rescue

Also: Burglar in basement: PD / Change for Gabby / Botched murder-suicide: PD / Skills for people with disabilities / 'Charlotte's Web' home

Fanny Pack Shooting: DA | Boy's Joyride| Pups Left | Paint Chip Bust

Also: Foot spa raid: DA / Dismembered man mourned / Ivy Ridge students speak out / Dolphin / Sweet treats / Eatery cares / 'Break the Hate'

"Torture': 2nd LI Student On School In Netflix's 'The Program': PM

Boy takes joy ride: PD / School bus driver accused of abusing girl: PD / LI man's Mets win / Solar eclipse party / Marathon for wife / Wind

'It Was Torture': 2nd LI Student On School In Netflix's 'The Program'

"I'm pretending forever to be normal but, you know — you can never be somebody that didn't go through this."

LI Student On Alleged Abuse Depicted In Netflix's 'The Program': PM

Also: Petito lawsuit against PD / Man stabbed wife who wanted divorce: PD / 13 cats rescued / Eatery's good works / Kickbacks: feds / Suozzi

LI Student On Alleged Abuse Depicted In Netflix's 'The Program'

The Riverhead woman was a high school junior when she was sent to The Academy at Ivy Ridge. Here, she recalls abuse, terror she experienced.

LI Deer Rescued From Plastic Container On Head Back With Herd

"Teamwork saves them!" Watch the heartwarming video here of the deer back in her natural element.

Anti-Bias Task Force Chair Announces New Events: 'I Believe In Unity'

Coming up in Riverhead: A free event celebrating Black History Month, including a showing of "Just Mercy" and a forum with law enforcement.

Deer With Container On Its Head Saved By Rescuers: 'We Never Gave Up'

Rescuers say the situation was avoidable. "This is human error. This is because someone didn't recycle properly." See dramatic video here.

Brutal Stabbing: DA | Deer Stuck | 40 Cats In 'Horrific' Hoarder House

Also: Poop-scooping business / Machete-menacing: PD / Man busted for doing donuts: PD / 'Despicable' dad abused daughter: DA / Cheer victory

Machete-Menacing Men Rob Pedestrian On LI: Police | Patch PM

Also: Candidates offer rides in snow to polls / Man hit by tow truck dies: PD / Cheer team shines / Eatery arson: PD / LI's 'best downtown'

Deer With Plastic Container On Head Needs Help: 'Time Is Running Out'

One animal rescuer is trying valiantly to help the bewildered deer.

SCWA Hosts Elected Official Forum to Address Drinking Water Issues

Critical Issues Addressed by Suffolk County Water Authority and Elected Officials