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Good morning Riverhead! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Police seek tips after unlawful surveillance incident at Riverhead Walmart
  • What's holding up Riverhead's new school resource officer agreement?
  • Which Riverhead car club will shine brightest at this rescue fundraiser?

Also on today's calendar: Surf Movie Night 2026 and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid with periods of sun, with a high of 79 and low of 68 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 79, low: 55.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and not as warm, with a high of 68 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Man Took Cellphone Photos Under Woman's Dress At LI Walmart: Police (patch.com) — Riverhead police and Suffolk County Crime Stoppers are asking for the public's help identifying a man who allegedly used his cellphone to take photos under a woman's dress at the Riverhead Walmart on August 7. Authorities say the incident happened around 7:30 p.m. at the Old Country Road store and are offering a cash reward for anonymous tips that lead to an arrest.
   

2. Riverhead board delays SRO deal with school district over unresolved cost questions (riverheadlocal.com) — Riverhead parents and taxpayers should know the Town Board has delayed renewing its agreement with the Riverhead Central School District for two school resource officers, keeping cost‑sharing questions unresolved. Officers remain in the high school and middle school while officials debate who should pay, how overtime is controlled, and whether town taxpayers outside the district should help fund school security long‑term.
   

3. 🚗🐾 Battle of the Car Clubs Brings 'Fur & Fury' to Riverhead for a Cause (town.news) — Riverhead residents can rev up for a good cause when the Battle of the Car Clubs: Fur & Fury Car Show rolls into Riverhead PetSmart on Sunday, September 27. The family‑friendly event will feature show cars, music, food, raffles, vendors and adoptable animals, with proceeds supporting North Fork Country Kids Animal Rescue's work helping local pets find homes.
   

4. Crescent Duck Farm in Aquebogue is back in full production almost two years after bird flu outbreak (timesreview.com) — Crescent Duck Farm in nearby Aquebogue is back in full production after rebuilding its flock from a devastating 2025 bird flu outbreak, and Riverhead businesses helped it survive. Local spots like Jerry and the Mermaid and Miloski's Poultry Farm backed the farm by buying product and raising ducks, helping preserve Long Island's last commercial duck operation for future generations.
   

5. Homeless man in Riverhead charged in multiple Calverton larcenies (timesreview.com) — Riverhead police say a homeless man has been arrested and charged with multiple felonies after a series of alleged vehicle and garage thefts near Deep Hole Road and North Woods Road in Calverton. Investigators, assisted by a Riverhead K9 unit, recovered suspected stolen items and are asking any additional victims or witnesses to contact the Riverhead Town Police Department confidentially.
   

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  • Did anyone loose a parakeet?
    Saw him feeding this morning at my feeder. Could not catch it. Turquoise blue with yellow head. South Jamesport. (Nextdoor Herricks Lane)
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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: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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