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Riverhead News: 120th birthday celebration at Riverhead Free Library
While eating breakfast July 9 at Lolly’s Hut, Barbara Mongelout was thoroughly surprised with a special birthday cake and round of birthday wishes from Lolly and her crew. Everyone wished Barbara a...
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Riverhead News: A 50th-anniversary surprise
A surprise 50th wedding anniversary party was held July 30 for Dorothy and Anthony Madonia at their niece’s home in Bayport. Attending the party were their son, Steven, daughter-in-law, Kathleen,...
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Riverhead News: Library ‘Wizards’ compete in Battle of the Books
Knights of Columbus, Immaculate Conception Council 928, held its monthly meeting recently at the American Legion. Each year, two $500 scholarships are awarded to students entering high school in the...
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Riverhead news: Kiwanis to honor ‘heroes’
Joe and I went to Ocean City, Md., with friends last week. Although it was hot and humid, it was also sunny and beautiful. We walked the boardwalk, took a dip in the ocean and toured Secrets Distilling...
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Riverhead news: Class of ’61 gathers for reunion
The Riverhead High School Class of 1961 at its 55-year reunion. (Courtesy photo) Riverhead High School’s Class of 1961 recently celebrated its 55th reunion. A meet-and-greet was held Sept. 16 at...
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Riverhead news: Library photo contest winners
Gail Gallagher of South Jamesport pins the ‘Best of Show’ ribbon on a photo she took on a trip to Vietnam during the 51st annual Photography Show at Riverhead Free Library Oct. 7. (Credit: Barbaraellen...
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Riverhead news: Key Club offers a safe Halloween at high school
The Riverhead High School Key Club will be hosting its first-ever “Safe Halloween” for students in grades K-4 Monday, Oct. 31, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. The event is free. There...
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Riverhead news: Birthday wishes abound
On Nov. 15, Kyle, Connor, Matthew and Maureen Karpilovsky ventured to NBC Studios in New York City to see a live taping of “The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon.” Connor managed to get four free tickets...
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Riverhead news: What’s new at the library
Welcome to the first major snowstorm of the year! I hope your snowblowers and shovels worked to perfection while digging out the driveways, walkways and steps. What a beautiful winter wonderland it...
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Riverhead news: Lots to do at the library
St. David’s School starts 2017 with 103 children and 22 staff members, and a great enthusiasm for the year. While director Eric Hazer is no longer with St. David’s, Louise Markert and Mother Mary Garde...
View ArticleRiverhead: RHS Class of ’76 reunion Oct. 15 — sign up now
The annual “Battle of the Books” was held at SUNY/Stony Brook on Saturday, Aug. 13. This is a book trivia contest for teens in grades 6-8 sponsored by the Suffolk County Library System. Riverhead Free...
View ArticleRiverhead: Last weekend before school!
Charles Bloss has enjoyed a very fulfilling lifetime with his wife, Pat, children and grandchildren, and most recently celebrated 50 years of service in Washington Engine Co. No. 2 of the Riverhead...
View ArticleRiverhead: Florence Lojko turns 100, ‘Everyday Heroes’ student art exhibit...
Riverhead Volunteer Firefighters Association is initiating its annual fund drive and is asking for donations — no matter the amount. The members spend countless hours training and honing their skills...
View ArticleRiverhead Column: Hispanic Heritage Month at library
Brian Smith, junior vice commander of VFW Post 2476 in Riverhead, welcomes the community to a fundraiser barbecue on Saturday, Sept. 24, from 2 to 6 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults (chicken, corn on...
View ArticleRiverhead Column: Goings-on at the Garden Club
Pumpkin-picking time is just around the corner. Visit the local farm stands to get your cornstalks, hay bales and other decorations for a beautiful fall display. Most important, be careful while...
View ArticleRiverhead Column: It’s time for the Country Fair!
Walt and Marge Lawrence recently returned from a trip to Colorado. They went to the state fair in Pueblo, rode the Pike’s Peak Cog Railway, visited the Garden of the Gods, toured the Anasazi cave...
View ArticleRiverhead Column: Don’t miss Middle Masques’ car wash Saturday
The Riverhead Middle Masques will hold a car wash on Saturday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Middle School. Monies raised will help offset the cost of their January production of “Grease.” Do...
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Riverhead Column: County DAR recognizes Linda Hobson and Drew Achilich for...
COURTESY PHOTO | Caroline Stepnoski, chairman of the DAR Community Service Award committee (center), with the two award winners, Linda Hobson (left) and Drew Achilich. Linda L. Hobson and Drew Achilich...
View ArticleRiverhead Column: Donate books Oct. 28 to help Save the Grange
Congratulations to the following local winners of Riverhead Country Fair’s pumpkin- and vegetable-carving/decorating contest: Cameron Seebeck, Melinda Notaro, Hannah O’Neil, Anastasia Stapon, Ryken...
View ArticleRiverhead Column: Big weekend for benefits
The winners of the “Teen Read Week: Picture It” free raffle are: First place — Alex Liantonio (digital photo frame); second place — Corey Blydenburg (digital photo key chain); and third place — Emma...
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