Week in Review: Local Woman Loses Battle With Addiction; A Riverhead Mailman Spins "Wheel"

Here's a look back at the top stories around Riverhead this week:

Government

Family Community Life Center Garners Support Before Zoning Hearing…: The new center would bring a pool, 24/7 daycare, a walking track, fitness center and more to the East End.

Town Receives $237K Grant To Help Eradicate Blight, Boost Revitalization…: Funds will help to infuse new life into the Riverside community.

Shorelines To Be Preserved With Community Preservation Funds: In the wake of Sandy, officials pass legislation to help "at risk" communities.

State: 170k Apply for Health Insurance: About 37,000 have already enrolled.

Candidates Face Off in One Last Pre-Election Debate Thursday: Which candidates will you support in the upcoming election?

Walter on Town's Preservation Fund Debt: 'We Have A Huge Problem"…: An a voters' education forum, challenger Angela DeVito called for a temporary moratorium on development on both Sound Avenue and Route 25.

Wildwood State Park Slated for Septic System Upgrade: Officials said the outdated systems posed no health concerns.

Town Officials Break Ground On Flanders Affordable Home: The dream of home ownership is becoming a reality for some in Flanders.

Greenport LIRR Service Extended Through Thanksgiving Weekend: Increased LIRR service will boost shoulder season tourism.

Police & Fire

Police Stage Controlled Explosion of Possible Grenade On Riverleigh Avenue…: Road was initially closed during the investigation.

Cops: Mom Left Baby in Hot Car to Shop at Walmart: The car had gotten warm from the sun, polic said.

Cops: Riverhead Man Had Cocaine, Pot and A Loaded Handgun, Resisted Arrest:…: The defendant faces six felony charges, police said.

Police: Forged Document Cheated Woman Out Of 5K: Also, someone was found to have been siphoning fuel out of a Riverside woman's tank.

3 Nabbed for DWI in Riverside/Flanders Sunday: All were held for arraignment in Southampton Town justice court.

Patchogue Man Slapped With Felony Unlicensed Charge In Flanders…: Others charged with DWI, police said.

Community

Local Mailman Celebrates His 15 Minutes of 'Wheel of Fortune' Fame…: One Riverhead mailman had the game show experience of his life recently.

Don't Miss It: Halloween Double Feature at the Vail-Leavitt Theater…: Halloween happenings around town.

North Fork Woman's Mom: 'Drugs Totally Destroyed Her Life': A free concert was held in Jamesport Saturday night to honor Samantha Dittmeier's life.

Get Rid Of Your Unwanted Drugs on Saturday: The program took place at the Riverhead Police Department.

The Retreat's Holiday Giving Programs Need Donors: Supporters can help give victims of domestic violence a bright holiday season.

Historic Grumman Planes To Get Facelift Friday: Volunteers cleaned up Grumman Memorial Park.

Snowflake Gives Shout Out to Mailman's Game Show Adventure: An ice cream was named after the local mail carrier's TV debut.

One Year After Sandy, Share Your Story: Contribute to our open blog and share your Sandy story.

Long Island GLBT Network To Host Information Sessions…: Two information sessions coming up in Sag Harbor.

Schedule: Upcoming Events at the Suffolk Theater: Coming up are events including a psychic show and Halloween masquerade party.

Business

Scores Of Early Birds Head to Opening Day at Dick's Sporting Goods…: The Route 58 business had a three-day schedule of grand opening events.

Big Lots Has Big Check For Riverhead Schools: Despite chilly temps, elected officials and school representatives were all smiles at grand opening ceremonies.

Mets Hall of Famer To Attend Dick's Grand Opening: Mets great John Franco signed autographs.

Little Relief for Oil Heat, Little More Pain for Natural Gas…: The cost to heat a home this winter will remain high.

Schools

Dress Pink Day for Breast Cancer Awareness At Riverhead Schools…: Kids and teachers dressed in pink for a good cause.

Sports

Blue Waves In Three-Way Tie For 1st Place: Sets up showdown over the weekend against West Islip.