Riverhead, Island Harvest Partner For Food Distribution Event

RIVERHEAD, NY — With the pandemic still a source of food insecurity for many, Riverhead town officials and Island Harvest have teamed up to help the hungry.

A food distribution event will take place Thursday, Feb. 18 from 10 a.m. until noon in Stotzky Park, located at 55 Columbus Avenue in Riverhead.

Riverhead Town Councilman Frank Beyrodt, also a board member for Island Harvest, was instrumental in coordinating the effort to distribute about 600 pre-packed boxes containing
35 lbs. of fresh produce, meat, and dairy products to area residents, a release said.

Riverhead officials said they are grateful to Island Harvest for their "continued
commitment to assist residents living on the East End of Long Island," the release said.

Should there be inclement weather, the food distribution event will be postponed and a new date will be announced. Food will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, officials said.