Ana Borruto

Long Island

Freelance Writer at Greater Long Island

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Articles

Scott's Pointe must address outstanding DEC violations

4 days ago | riverheadnewsreview.timesreview.com | Ana Borruto

The Riverhead Town Board granted preliminary approval with a 4-1 vote for the amended Scott’s Pointe site plan application on May 21, with additional conditions. The water park operator must meet the conditions before the town gives them the final stamp of approval to legalize its already-built go-kart track and pickleball courts, as well as to permit an interior storage space to be used as a catering and event room.
Heatherwood development breaks ground in Riverhead

5 days ago | riverheadnewsreview.timesreview.com | Ana Borruto

Heritage on Main — a 165-unit, five-story mixed-use development situated between the East End Arts property and Riverview Lofts apartments — has commenced construction in downtown Riverhead. The groundbreaking ceremony for the new multi-family residential development by Healtherwood Luxury Apartments was held on Friday, May 30.
Craft’D, Riverhead officials at odds over eminent domain

1 week ago | riverheadnewsreview.timesreview.com | Ana Borruto

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 eminent domain proceedings to acquire the 127 East Main St. for its long-running Town Square project while he tries to find a new space for his restaurant.
Town unveils new trees and bathrooms at Veterans Memorial Park

1 week ago | riverheadnewsreview.timesreview.com | Ana Borruto

A special ribbon-cutting ceremony was held by the Riverhead veterans advisory committee at Veterans Memorial Park on Friday, May 23, to commemorate 18 newly planted cherry blossom trees and memorial markers — each one dedicated to a veteran as part of the committee’s Cherry Blossom Tree Program.
Worth the Stop: Where to have a picnic

1 week ago | northforker.com | Ana Borruto

As the sun shines brighter and the days get warmer, so does the anticipation for outdoor dining and picnicking season. Who can resist setting up a gingham blanket and wicker basket for a quintessential picnic vibe in the park, or grabbing some deli sandwiches to put in a cooler and relax on the beach, sticking toes in the sand and watching the sun set over the horizon?
'Click it or ticket': Riverhead police enforcing seat belt safety

1 week ago | riverheadnewsreview.timesreview.com | Ana Borruto

There is a reason Riverhead police officers were pulling random cars over on Cross River Drive South on Tuesday, May 20 — seat belts. Riverhead Police Department chief Edward Frost confirmed it is part of a two-week statewide campaign, Buckle Up New York, which the department has previously participated in, usually ahead of Memorial Day weekend. The intersection of Main Road and Route 105 was just one of a few checkpoints the officers will be stationed at through June 1.
Voters approve Riverhead and Shoreham-Wading River 2025-26 school budgets

2 weeks ago | riverheadnewsreview.timesreview.com | Ana Borruto

Both the Riverhead Central School District and Shoreham-Wading River Central School District 2025-26 budgets passed on Tuesday, May 20. Thousands showed up throughout the day to cast their ballots at Riverhead High School, while SWR’s turnout counted more than 600 voters. Here is a breakdown of the votes, which propositions passed and who secured seats on the boards of education for both schools.
Long Island Science Center spared from eminent domain; moving forward with expansion

2 weeks ago | riverheadnewsreview.timesreview.com | Ana Borruto

Riverhead Town officials announced Monday they are no longer pursuing eminent domain proceedings to acquire the Long Island Science Center building as part of the long-running Town Square project — allowing the organization to move forward with expansion plans at its 111 East Main St. storefront.
Town officials moving ahead with long-running bid to bring YMCA to Riverhead

2 weeks ago | riverheadnewsreview.timesreview.com | Ana Borruto

After decades of failed proposals, community pushback and resistance from previous Town Board officials, Riverhead may finally be on its way to getting its very own YMCA. Riverhead Town Board members will vote on a resolution Wednesday in support of the development of a YMCA recreation facility in the vacant New York State Armory building on Route 58.
RCSD budget puts three administrator jobs on the chopping block

3 weeks ago | riverheadnewsreview.timesreview.com | Ana Borruto

Three administrative jobs are not included in Riverhead Central School District’s 2025-26 budget — the executive director of elementary education, director of STEM and director of humanities. District and school board officials discussed the decision to eliminate these positions at the May 6 budget hearing.