Community Corner

Week in Review: Charity Concert Drew Applause, Some Complaints

In other headlines, no land clearing yet for controversial Wading River development.

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

Police & Fire

Cops: Man Charged With DWI, Drove Wrong Way Around Riverside…: Police said the man was unlicensed.

Cops: Man Charged With DWI After Riverside Traffic Circle…: Another man was charged with DWI after a traffic circle snafu.

Man Wanted for Identity Theft: Police said he went on a shopping spree with a stolen debit card.

New East End Marine Task Force Emergency Response Boat Christened…: The vessel was called into action for a recent East End search.

Government

Resident to Town: 'Are You Prepared for a Lawsuit if Someone Dies?"…: Residents urge the town board to address ambulance response times in parts of Manorville serviced by Riverhead that they say could be deadly.

Resident Cries Out For Safety At Town Dock: No ramp, ladder or lifeboats are available at a municipal marina; one resident said he almost drowned.

No Land Clearing Yet on Controversial Wading River Development…: No land clearing or excavation will take place on the Knightland project, for now.

Town Antes Up For ATVs With Asset Forfeiture Funds: Riverhead's got some new ATVs and a shed to store them in.

Lawmaker: Controversial Homeless Sex Offender Trailers Gone for Good…: The public was fearful if they remained, they might be used again.

Business

Organizers of 'Long Island Adventure Race' Give Back: Event organizers donated approximately $13,000 to local charities.

Community

Rare Fish Found in Shallow Waters of Shinnecock Bay: The find has been called a major discovery.

Local Search And Rescue Dog Awarded For Efforts To Find The Lost: A Riverhead search-and-rescue dog received national kudos recently.

New Timothy Hill Childrens Ranch Girls' Home Opens Doors: Two girls moved into the new home on Monday.

Concert Noise Complaints Go Unheard, Some Residents Say: Were you annoyed by the music or did you enjoy the show?

Gray Seal Pup To Be Released on Saturday: Timone recovered and was playful and ready for release Saturday.

Foundation Gives Big Grants to Pine Barrens Society; Cornell, North Fork Spanish Apostolate…: Local non-profits were awarded thousands recently.

Historic Wading River Home Slated for $200k Rehab Next Month: The Woodhull House is getting a facelift.

Two Young Heroes Honored For Saving Three Lives: Lifeguards came to the rescue of men who were stranded in the waters off Reeves Beach and unable to swim.

'Rust Tide' Returns to Area Waterways: The toxic tide has been detected in the Peconic and Shinnecock Bays.

Crowds Dance The Night Away At Charity Concert: Young and old enjoyed the biggest dance party the North Fork has ever seen.

Photos: Stars Gather to Benefit 'All for the East End,'…: Crowds danced to an all-star lineup including Nile Rodgers and Chic, Avicii, and Adam Lambert at Martha Clara.

Concert Draws Rave Reviews, 2 Arrests, Neighbors Peeved…: Not everyone applauded the charity concert to benefit all for the East End this week.

Polish Festival Celebrated Wedding Traditions, Teaching New Generations…: A traditional Polish wedding was demonstrated in Riverhead last weekend.



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