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Hi Riverhead! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • New prison drug bust adds twist to Gilgo killer's Riverhead-linked saga
  • Know anything about the August clothing theft at Riverhead's Target?
  • Riverhead police seek more victims after Calverton theft arrest.

Also on today's calendar: Surf Movie Night 2026 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the difference between black eyed peas and chick peas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 73 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Thursday: Humid with periods of sun, temps: high: 79, low: 69.
  • Friday: Partial sunshine, with a high of 79 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Gilgo Beach Killer Busted For Drug Possession, Smuggling Package, In Prison: Records (patch.com) — Riverhead readers learn that convicted Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann, who pleaded guilty in Riverhead court to killing eight women, now faces new disciplinary trouble in state prison for possessing synthetic drugs and smuggling a package. Officials and sources describe his transfer from the Suffolk County jail in Riverhead to upstate facilities, his protected housing with other high-profile inmates, and how investigators hope to study his behavior for insights into other serial cases.
   

2. Suffolk Police Seeking Duo of Shoplifters that Boosted Clothing at Riverhead Store (longisland.com) — Riverhead police and Suffolk County Crime Stoppers are asking for your help identifying two men and a woman who allegedly stole $320 in clothing from the Target on Old Country Road in early August. Anonymous tips that lead to an arrest could earn a cash reward, and residents can report information by phone, app, or online.
   

3. String Of Thefts In Calverton Leads To Arrest: Police (patch.com) — Riverhead Town police arrested a man after a series of early-morning thefts from vehicles and an open garage in Calverton, recovering many suspected stolen items with help from a K-9 unit. If you live near Deep Hill or North Woods roads and think you were a victim, officers are asking you to contact the department to report missing property.
   

4. Taylor Dayne can't wait to see her LI fans at The Suffolk (newsday.com) — Taylor Dayne is headed to Riverhead this Thursday for a live show at The Suffolk, giving local fans a rare chance to see the Long Island pop star close to home. She talks about juggling this concert with an upcoming Las Vegas residency and her Greenport restaurant, while reflecting on her long career and continued love for performing.
   

5. Riverhead Athletic Hall of Fame adds five new inductees for 2026 (timesreview.com) — Riverhead athletes and a beloved softball coach are being honored this homecoming weekend with induction into the revived Riverhead Athletic Hall of Fame. The new class highlights standout Blue Waves from football, track, field hockey, basketball and softball, celebrating their achievements and long-lasting impact on local sports culture and community pride.
   

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Ok Riverhead! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Black eyed peas can sing us a song but chick peas can only hummus one. (Thank you Bev H. for sending it in!)
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