Daily Update

Governor says mask mandate needs to come from local governments, Iconic Big Duck in Flanders turns 90

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Here are the headlines across the North Fork for Tuesday, August 3.

RIVERHEAD NEWS-REVIEW

Governor urges local governments to follow CDC guidance on masks, but no mandate coming from state

Iconic Big Duck in Flanders turns 90

Riverhead Raceway: Delaney goes from wedding to victory lane

THE SUFFOLK TIMES

Southold Town denies event applications for Mattituck restaurant

NORTHFORKER

Inside the Artists’ Studio: Rainer Gross, Cutchogue

North Fork Dream Home: Bright and airy bayfront beach cottage

North Fork TV Festival returns Wednesday with an emphasis on storytelling

WEATHER

Expect mostly cloudy skies today with a high temperature of about 78 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. The low tonight will be around 63.