Week In Review: Artist Lends Talents to Horse Rescue; Riverhead Country Fair Unfolds Sunday

Here's a look at what's been happening around town during the past week:

Police & Fire

DA: Calverton Man Charged With Stabbing, Choking Girlfriend Held on 100K Cash Bail…: The victim said she was stabbed with a foot-long kitchen knife.

Cops: Riverhead Man Nabbed With 129 Grams of Pot: The car was stopped for speeding, police said.

Cops: Woman Slashes Tires, Threatens Two With Knife: Police said the woman was charged with a felony.

Cops: Basketball Game Turns Violent In Flanders: A road rage incident was also reported.

ASPCA Offers $2500 Reward To Catch Kitten Killers: The search is on for the killers of four young kittens.

Good Samaritans Wrestle Keys From Alleged Drunk Driver: Also, a Flanders woman faces a drug charge.

Cops: Man Nabbed for Stealing Two Large Screen TVs From Home: The driver was stopped for speeding, police said.

Government

Town To Hold Special Planning Board Meeting to Address Costco Site…: The clearing of trees on the Route 58 site has sparked a public outcry.

Government Shutdown Could Mean Furloughs At Calverton: The number of burials could decrease if the federal shutdown continues.

Horsley Elected Presiding Officer of Suffolk Legislature: He had been temporarily filling in before the post became permanent.

Suffolk Approves Sale-Lease Back of County Headquarters: Deal gives county $70 million in cash.

Zeldin, Demos Ready To Go After Bishop's Seat in 2014: The race is on for the congressional seat.

Supervisor Candidates to Give Stance on Environmental Issues: Register to hear the candidates share their thoughts on the environment.

New Tick Legislation Passes in County Legislature: The plan will not go into affect until 2015.

Community

A Final Farewell to One of Riverhead's Finest: Hundreds turned out to say good-bye to Detective Robert Boden.

'Live on the Vine 2014' Dates Announced; Musical Offerings Expanded…: It's not just jazz anymore.

East Enders Can Now Get Rid of Medications Properly Anytime: The goal is to keep water clean and kids safe.

Riverhead Foundation Kicks Off Effort to 'Save the Sea Turtles'…: Cold stunned sea turtle season has begun.

38th Riverhead Country Fair Unfolds Sunday: The event takes place Sunday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m., rain or shine.

Suffolk County to Improve Canoe/Kayak Access At Area Parks: The improvements will be made in 2014.

Artist Brings Talents to Help Save Horses: Liz Duerschmidt is a big fan of the Old West, and of horses.

Calverton Woman Pleas On Internet to Save Family Farmstand: A fundraiser will be held on Oct. 20 to save Cheryl's Farm Stand.

Dead Sea Turtle Washes Up at Cupsogue: The Riverhead Foundation said the sea turtle most likely died from blunt force trauma.

Business

New Bagel Store Coming to Old Woolworth Building: The new shop is expected to open by late December or early next year.

Governor Welcomes 14 Licensed Farm Breweries, Including Long Ireland Beer Company…: New York's craft beer industry is "booming," the governor said this week.

The Retreat Executive Director Plans Exit: Karen Ross has been named the interim executive director.

Vineyard Porn: Harvest Time on Long Island: A look at what's happening in Wine Country during the bountiful harvest season.

Schools

Riverhead Kids Kick Off Project Fit America: The new program aims to eradicate childhood diabetes and keeps children active.


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