Week In Review: Alleged Hit-And-Run Driver Out on Bond; Victim's Mom Hopes for Fundraiser

Here's a look at some of the top headlines of the week around Riverhead.

UPDATE: Police Identify Man Killed in Fatal Wading River Crash…: A Selden man died in a Wading River accident on Friday.

Alleged Hit-And-Run Driver Out on Bond; Victim's Mom Hopes for a Fundraiser…:As the woman charged in a hit-and-run accident that left Riverhead resident Aaron Hartmann critically injured was let out of jail on bond, the victim's mother fears escalating medical costs.

Alleged Lotto Scammers Arraigned; Held On Bail: Three man charged with stealing a man's lottery winnings had to face the judge this week.

Government

Downtown Business Owners Blast Zip Line Plan: A zip line in downtown Riverhead? No way, said business owners who spoke out vehemently against the proposal.

Community

Nonprofit Offers Shelter to Disabled Couple Denied a Home: A disabled couple, although married, have not been allowed to live together.

Moving Forward At The Tesla Lab: Members of the Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe closed on the lab Thursday, May 2.

Civic Strategizes To Put Brakes on Bus Barn: Flanders and Riverside residents will be calling community members to vote "no" to a proposal that could move the Riverhead bus barn to Riverside.

Long Island Farm Bureau Member Chosen For Leadership Program: The next generation of farmers seeks to maintain agricultural viability in the area.

Business

Riverhead Wineries Recognized For Sustainability: Riverhead wineries got the nod for green practices.

Brewers Help Raise $58k for Sandy Victims: The Surge Protector IPA was a collaborative effort by eight different brewers.

Schools

Riverhead Softball Star Signs To Play At Mercy College: A Riverhead senior has a bright future in store.

High School Rowers Bring Home Silver In States: Young athletes making Riverhead proud.

Teachers Head to Albany To Rally For Students, Education: Educators will board a bus to Albany to fight for the rights of students.

Sports

Blue Waves Season Ends As Comeback Falls Short: The curtain closed on the Blue Waves' season this week.