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06.03.2026 News

Riverhead moves to seize Long Island Science Center building over Halpin objection

The Riverhead Town Board voted Tuesday to move forward with eminent domain proceedings to seize the long-vacant Long Island Science Center building — over the objection of Supervisor Jerry...

05.22.2026 News

Riverhead moves closer to seizing Science Center site after heated hearing

Riverhead leaders moved a step closer Wednesday night to seizing the Long Island Science Center’s planned East Main Street home — as critics questioned whether the town has a...

04.27.2026 News

Split vote sets public hearing for proposed condemnation of Long Island Science Center

Riverhead officials are taking the next step in pursuing condemnation of the Long Island Science Center, with a public hearing set for Tuesday, May 20. The big question among...

04.08.2026 News

Riverhead approves eminent domain step for stalled Science Center project

The Riverhead Town Board voted Tuesday to take a preliminary step toward seizing the Long Island Science Center’s East Main Street property through eminent domain — citing years of...

09.12.2025 News

Craft’D accepts eminent domain settlement from Riverhead Town

Following its recent closure announcement, the owners of Craft’D cocktail bar have accepted a $170,000 settlement offer from Riverhead Town. This recent decision marks the end of the town’s...

08.29.2025 Business

Craft’D announces closure as Town Square project moves ahead

Craft’D cocktail bar is saying goodbye to 127 East Main St. as Riverhead Town goes forward with the acquisition of the eatery for its Town Square development. Supreme Court...

05.29.2025 Government

Craft’D, Riverhead officials at odds over eminent domain

Sean Kenna, co-owner of the cocktail bar Craft’D, attempted one final plea before the Riverhead Town Board at a public hearing on May 21 for council members to delay...

05.19.2025 News

Long Island Science Center spared from eminent domain; moving forward with expansion

Riverhead Town officials announced Monday, May 19, they are no longer pursuing eminent domain proceedings to acquire the Long Island Science Center building as part of the long-running Town Square...

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