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08.27.2026 Business

North Fork mother-son duo launch app to put local farms at users’ fingertips

When Heather Spinelli was growing up in Center Moriches, local farms were more than just places to buy fresh produce. During lean times, her family relied on a nearby...

08.26.2026 Community

It’s full steam ahead for Riverhead Railroad Festival Aug. 29-30

The 22nd annual Riverhead Railroad Festival is pulling back into town, celebrating the Railroad Museum of Long Island’s 30th year in Riverhead. The museum first opened in Greenport in 1990 before...

08.26.2026 News

Voters pass Cutchogue-New Suffolk Historical Council’s $60K tax levy

Voters overwhelmingly approved the Cutchogue-New Suffolk Historical Council & Museums’ proposed tax levy needed to preserve local history and the aging buildings that house it. The $60,000 tax levy...

08.26.2026 News

Southold Town Board passes communication resolution regarding ICE and outside agency activities

The Southold Town Board voted Tuesday at its regular session to formalize communication procedures governing how local police respond to outside law-enforcement operations throughout the town, including protocols for...

08.25.2026 News

North Fork sites celebrate America250 through History Hunt selfie challenge

The sound of camera shutters and the glow of cellphone screens have become familiar at Long Island Historical Society sites this summer, as visitors explore the region’s past through...

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08.25.2026 News

Cutchogue Fire Department introduces new ambulance, first-ever tanker truck

The Cutchogue Fire Department has added two new vehicles to its fleet: a PL Custom Medallion Series Type III...

08.24.2026 News

Voters deny Mattituck Park District proposed 10% tax hike

The Mattituck Park District budget proposal to raise the tax levy by 10% failed Thursday, leaving officials with less...

08.24.2026 Agriculture

Catapano Dairy Farm acquires nearly 7 acres of farmland from Peconic Land Trust

More room for grazing! Catapano Dairy Farm has purchased ‍‍‍‌6.88 acres of farmland from Peconic Land Trust for $245,000....

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08.24.2026 News

Public safety protocol for outside agency activities remains in the works

Southold Town officials are still working to finalize a public safety procedure for responding to federal immigration enforcement activity, and a draft is not expected before the Aug. 25...

08.22.2026 News

Cutchogue chicken barbecue returns home for 69th year

As the smell of grilling chicken filled the air and familiar faces gathered once again, the community came together Saturday for the 69th annual Cutchogue Fire Department chicken barbecue,...

08.22.2026 News

Blotter: No plate, no insurance, no license, no luck

Southold Town police responded to 87 incidents from Aug. 10 to Aug. 16, including the following: Those who are named in police reports have not been convicted of any...

08.21.2026 News

Tom Wickham explores centuries-long connection to North Fork in annual lecture series

The heavy rainstorm didn’t stop North Fork farmer Tom Wickham from telling family stories at the third annual Tom Wickham Lecture Series. As the owner of Wickham Fruit Farm...

08.21.2026 News

SCWA revised pipeline project draws support, conservation concerns

Suffolk County Water Authority officials defended a proposed $22 million water pipeline project on the North Fork at Thursday’s public hearing, arguing the project is needed to address growing...

08.21.2026 The Arts

Ten women, 10 visions: Abstract art takes over William Ris Gallery

Cohesive abstraction might seem like an oxymoron or competing terms, but they are coming together in a carefully curated art show starting this weekend at William Ris Gallery in...

08.21.2026 Business

North Star Orient to bring candy, convenience and nostalgia back to former Candy Man site

The sweet smell of nostalgia is coming back to Orient. After a handful of months, the iconic Candy Man site is getting a new lease on life — with...

08.20.2026 News

Meet Mattituck’s newest large animal vet, Dr. Amanda Farino

Dr. Amanda Farino grew up surrounded by all sorts of animals, but not typical household pets like cats, dogs, or even lizards. She spent time with larger animals, like...