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United Riverhead Terminal owner Catsimatidis: Bakken crude oil storage in Northville facility is ‘confirmed’ safe
In an "open letter to the community" United Riverhead Terminal CEO John Catsimatidis says there is no public danger resulting from the storage of Bakken crude at his Northville terminal facility.
Opinion: Medical marijuana controversy is a mess manufactured by dumb politics
The medical marijuana controversy is a creature of dumb politics. Congress should reclassify the drug so it to can be prescribed by doctors and dispensed by regular pharmacies — and adequately researched and regulated. But no.
A matter of life and death
I have always believed God’s word that human life begins at conception. I have taken to heart the poetic expressions of the Psalmist David,...
Never forget: On 9/11 and every day, remember the fallen and selfless bravery of first responders
Every morning, on 9/11, it has become a heavy, somber tradition, just it has for millions across the country and the world – to...
Local attorney speaks out on proposed 14-night minimum for short term rentals
Local attorney Abigail Field, who represents homeowners who say short-term rentals help them to continue to live in Southold, urges residents to attend a public hearing on the proposed 14-night minimum on August 11.
String fencing to protect beach nesting sparks death threat from angry resident
The woman was told she'd be killed if she put up anymore string fencing, she said.
Tall Ships shine new light on Greenport — the little village that could
Greenport turned a corner this weekend, showed the world the fine stuff it's made of — showed its residents that anything is possible, if you dream big.
New York’s Pride Parade a moment in history colored by love
We have the power to fight back, not with guns, not with knives or beatings, but with the power of human connection. By holding hands, wrapping our arms around each other, and choosing love. Just love.
Restaurant at the Blue Inn in East Marion set to open to public on Friday
The menu is set to feature fresh local seafood and farm-to-table fare.
LOCALs win a Best Website award from Press Club of Long Island
A thank-you message from RiverheadLOCAL editor and co-publisher Denise Civiletti, on RiverheadLOCAL and SoutholdLOCAL being honored with a Best Website award in the Press Club of Long Island 2015 Media Awards.
