Former Riverhead town supervisor and longtime Wading River resident Vincent (“Vinny”) Villella died Thursday at age 78.

Former Riverhead town supervisor and longtime Wading River resident Vincent (“Vinny”) Villella died July 3, 2025 at age 78. Villella served one term as supervisor from 1998 through 1999.

At Independence Day ceremonies in Jamesport Friday, reminders to cherish our freedom and honor the people who have fought to protect and defend it.