Courtney Blasl
Courtney is a freelance photographer, videographer, web designer and writer. She is a lifelong Riverhead resident.
No room for a garden? Local expert gives tips on patio planting
There’s nothing like eating the fresh veggies and herbs that you tenderly cared for and grew in your own garden, but for some homeowners,...
Most common causes for emergency room visits
Between the hours of waiting for doctors, running tests and anxiously awaiting results, there is never a truly good time to visit the emergency...
Keeping your kids safe while they swim this summer
Every day, an average of ten people die from unintentional drowning in the United States. The Long Island Drowning Prevention Task Force was created...
Local agents say market is hot for first-time homebuyers
The North Fork’s real estate market is hot for first-time homebuyers according to local real estate agents, who say the first-time homebuyer market is...
Highest and best: What does this mean?
You’re so excited you have an accepted offer on your first choice of a house. You are happily moving forward doing exactly what your...
What to expect when you or a loved one is suffering a stroke
If you suspect that you or a loved one is suffering a stroke, the first thing you should do is call 911 or head...
Paddle-boarding and yoga: an unlikely friendship
Paddle-boarding and yoga? What does one have to do with the other? A lot more than you'd think, according to Riverhead native Kelly Spence,...
Beautifying your yard without breaking the bank: Five tips from Verderber’s
You don't need to break the bank – or your back – to beautify your yard for summer. To help you bring some life...
Yard sale season is here: Tips for hosting a successful sale
If you followed the Spring Cleaning Tips Southold provided last week, you most likely successfully managed to de-clutter your closets, attic and basement. All...
Emily A Benko, 89
Emily A. Benko, of Riverhead, died at home May 19. She was 89 years old.She was born on September 28, 1924 in Jamesport to...
