Cancer Services Program of Suffolk County to Stay at PBMC

Peconic Bay Medical Center Continues to Expand Healthcare Access

Where To Pick A Pumpkin Near Riverhead

Here's a guide to the best spots for pumpkin picking and fall fun in Riverhead.

Andrew McMorris Foundation's Gala Honors Scout Killed By Drunk Driver

The event, honoring his life and love of aviation, takes place 5 years after Andrew McMorris, 12, was killed, to help others pursue dreams.

Employee, 51, At LI Group Home Charged With Raping Teen: PD | Patch PM

Also: Deadly bus crash / Oheka Castle lauded / Teacher suspended after video: district / $486M pavilion / Probation for ex-legislator: DA

Peconic Bay Medical Center Gala Raises More Than $1.58 Million

Funds to Support Emergency Department Expansion

'Racial Slurs' By Students At LI School Football Game: Patch PM

Also: Car auction / Home intruder sparks response: PD / Chiropractor's 35 years / Critical pier fall / Custodian pleads guilty to rape: DA

Pedestrian Struck Outside Long Island Gym Dies: Police | Patch PM

Also: Hurricane Lee sparks coastal flooding / LI teacher pleads guilty: DA / $5M firefighting foam settlement / LI school admins reassigned

NYC Drops Suit Against Riverhead Over Migrant Crisis: Supervisor

"The executive order was necessary to protect our town residents as well as asylum seekers from being housed in violation of our town code."

LI Teacher Indicted After 'Sexual Acts' With Student, 16: DA | PM

Also: LI reacts to Jets player's injury / Woman rescued from river / Body found in woods ID'd / Remembering boy who died of cancer / Burke

Polish Town Civic Assoc. Donates $250k to Peconic Bay Medical Center

Donation Furthers PBMC’s Efforts to Add Life Saving Technology and Medical Services for Eastern Suffolk County

9/11 Memorial Events Planned For Riverhead

The Riverhead events are planned in "remembrance of those who perished on one of America’s saddest days," town officials say.

Body Found In Long Island Woods: Police / Patch PM

Also: Cardboard boat race / Missing woman linked to Gilgo killer? / Man in stolen car crashes into home: PD / Holiday patrols / Gas prices

Sister Of Gilgo Beach Victim: 'She Was My Best Friend': Patch PM

Also: LI teacher charged with raping student: PD / LI group fights childhood cancer / How to help migrating butterflies / OD Awareness Day

Peconic Bay Medical Center Foundation to Honor Annual Gala Organizer

Joan Levan’s advocacy and fundraising has helped elevate the level of healthcare available in the region

Don't Miss: 'Pint For A Pint' Blood Drive At Riverhead Cider House

The event takes place through 7 p.m. Thursday.

LI Animal Rescue Advocate Faces Terrifying, 'Unreal' Health Crisis

"All I clearly remember before they flew down to have a CT scan is asking the nurse and Rocco, 'Did I die?'"

'Simply Unimaginable Heartbreak': Family Grieves 'Beautiful Baby Boy'

"The unexpected death of a child is a loss that no one could be prepared for."

Riverhead Wins Back Trophy At Spirited Cardboard Boat Race: Photos

If you'd like to share your photos of Riverhead's Cardboard Boat Race event, email them to Lisa.Finn@patch.com or post them here.

Polish Festival Coming To Riverhead Soon

Although the annual Polish Town Fair has been canceled again — the fun will go on at a Polish Festival planned for the Riverhead Polish Hall

PSEG Long Island Circuit Reliability Upgrades Kick Off In Wading River

The storm hardening work on the distribution circuit is part of many system improvements included in the “Power On” program, PSEG says.

LI Man Pleads Guilty To Raping Cousin, 5, For Years: DA | Patch PM

Also: Good Samaritan saves 3 / LI man on '90 Day Fiance: The Other Way' / Civic leader remembered / Opiate addiction outreach / Barbie dish

Community Comes Together To Save Domestic Ducks At Wading River Pond

When 2 domestic Pekin ducks were found abandoned in the Wading River duck pond, a caring community turned to social media to help.

Woman, 84, Dies After Rollover Crash On LIE Exit Ramp: Police

The driver was arrested after he was found to be operating the vehicle without an interlock device, police say.

Fireworks Near Me: Riverhead July 4th Events 2023

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Riverhead.

July 4th Fireworks 2023 Around Riverhead

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Riverhead.

'Parks After Dark' Movie Series Kicks Off In Suffolk County

The free series, which launches July 21, will host family-friendly movies premiering at various county parks on Friday and Saturdays.

Hero Who Saved Baby In Stolen SUV Honored: 'It Feels Surreal'

Bill Gorga, who saved a baby, as well as 2 who saved women from a fire in Riverhead, were honored at a Liberty Medal ceremony Thursday.

Judge Denies Motions To Dismiss In Gabby Petito's Family's Suit: PM

Also: Baby osprey/ Wildfire smoke back / Man rescued from submerged car: PD / Fatal stabbing indictment: DA / Family helps food insecure

'Safe And Sound': Missing Cat, Max, Finds Way Back Home In Shoreham

After 5 days missing, Max was sitting on the walkway Wednesday morning, patiently waiting to be let back in, his thankful owner says.

Student, 13, Arrested After Weapon Found At LI Middle School: PD | PM

Also: Native American mascot forum / State dash champ / 'Lemonade' from graffiti / Man dies in LIRR crash / Jones Beach bus / Free Van Gogh

Heartbroken Owner Searches Shoreham For Missing Cat, Max

"To say we are heartbroken is an understatement."

Thomas Valva's School Psychologist Seeks Change, New Procedures: PM

Also: LI dad, son stabbed: PD / LI drug lab: PD / Migrant ban suits / Air quality threatens Belmont Stakes / Sentencing in teen's murder: DA

LI Correction Officer Runs 5 Marathons In 5 Days For Mental Health

Statistically, more police officers die by suicide than they do in the line of duty, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness.

Jamesport Civic Seeks Grade School Memorabilia For 100th Anniversary

Jamesport's George Young Community Center building was previously a grade school, and as it turns 100, a display of memorabilia is planned.

Annual Mosaic Street Painting Festival Draws Crowd Of Artists: Photos

Downtown Riverhead was alive with creativity and bright colors Sunday as artists brought their talents to the annual event. See photos here.

Ex-Batmobile Replica Maker 'Finally Back In Full Swing' After Fire

James Benken watched his dreams go up in flames when a Jamesport barn was gutted by fire. Now, the road back from the ashes has challenges.

Peconic Bay Medical Center recognizes Ridge EMS

Ridge EMS recognized for fast response in treating heart attack patient

Owner Of Cat Missing 3 Years On Long Island 'Had Never Given Up Hope'

"The heartbreak I was dealing with was indescribable." The owner of a LI cat missing for 3 years cries with joy at news that he'll be home.

East End Woman Forced To Move From Rental: 'Home Is A Sense Of Safety'

Erin Narumi Prince, like so many on the East End, is forced by a dearth of affordable housing to leave the home she has loved for years.

LI Town's State Of Emergency On Migrant Crisis Sparks Debate: PM

Also: Ex-firefighter pleads guilty in crash that killed teacher / Casino support / Scoops & Cones / 1 dead, 7 hurt in fire: PD / Osprey