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Daily Update: COVID-19 cases climb, man arrested after spitting in officer’s face

By Tara Smith

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Gov. Andrew Cuomo at a media briefing. (Credit: Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s Office)

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Here are the headlines across the North Fork for Tuesday, Jan. 5.

RIVERHEAD NEWS-REVIEW

COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations steadily on rise after holiday spike

Kayaker who died in Peconic Bay remembered for adventurous spirit

THE SUFFOLK TIMES

Police: Greenport man spit in officer’s face during arrest after driver fled scene of crash

After 36 years at Cutchogue New Suffolk Library, she’s ready to enjoy retirement

NORTHFORKER

Healthy New Year: Recipes to kick off | Simple Organic Salad from Hellenic Restaurant

WEATHER

Expect partly sunny skies today with a high temperature of about 42 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. The low tonight will be around 28. 

Tara Smith

Tara Smith is a multimedia reporter who joined the Times Review Media Group in 2018, covering everything from local government and environmental issues to breaking news and features. She’s a Riverhead native and 2015 graduate of Arcadia University.

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