Week in Review: Hunt Continues For Alleged Tanger Attacker

Take a look at the top stories in Riverhead this week:

Police & Fire

The Hunt Continues: Police Release Sketch Of Alleged Tanger Attacker…: A woman was attacked in a bathroom at Tanger this week, police said.

Cops: Burglar Choked, Punched, Tried To Suffocate Woman: The Department of Homeland Security placed an immigration detainer on the defendant, police said.

Cops: Gunpoint Robbery in Calverton; Suspect Still At Large: Do reports of gunpoint robberies have you fearful?

Police: Woman Swiped Debit Card From C. Wonder at Tanger: The woman used the card at a Medford gas station, police said.

Cops: Construction Trailer and Tools Worth 8K Stolen…: Also, burglars break into Riverside home and carry of $1000 worth of valuables, police said.

Police Searching For Men They Say Stole Electrical Wiring…: Have you seen these men?

Police Still Searching For Suspect Who Pitched Possible Grenade…: No one has been arrested yet for the alleged grenade incident, police said.

Cops: 'KKK' Graffiti Found At Suffolk County Community: The graffiti announced a KKK meeting, police said.

Cops: Riverhead Man Hit By Elderly Driver on East Main Street…: No charges were filed in the accident, police said.

Two Nabbed With Crack Cocaine at Big Duck: The two were charged on Friday night.

Man Threatens, 'Give Me Burgers or I'll Shoot' at McDonald's…: Police charged the man with a felony.

Government

New York Casino Referendum Set for Tuesday: Gov. Andrew Cuomo supports the measure, while editorial boards and elected officials from both sides of the aisle have come out against a plan to allow for more casinos in the state.

Riverhead's Downtown Receives $30K Grant for Lighting: New lighting will help promote tourism and enhance safety, officials said. 

Business

Behind the Vines: James Silver, Pillar Of North Fork Wine Community, Head to Sonoma Valley…: James Silver, general manager of the Peconic Bay Winery in Cutchogue, is following a dream and his passion for wine.

Local Experts Scoff At Wine Shortage Rumors: The wine is flowing freely on Long Island, despite shortage claims by some, experts agree.

Most Read Stories in October: Town mourned lost officers, residents were outraged over brutal kitten murders, and more.

Main Street Business Consolidates, Makes Room For New Shop: What do you hope the new business will be?

New Store, Five Below, Opens on Route 58 Friday: Giveaways and five-cent hot dogs will be part of the opening celebration fun.
Community

Faces of Main Street: After Fire, Athens Grill Owner Rises From the Ashes…: John Mantzopoulos reflects on the four months that have changed his life.

Justice Department Awards Retreat $300K for Nassau Community College Program…: Grant will help establish domestic violence prevention programs for students.

The Ghosts of the North Fork: The Vail-Leavitt Music Hall and the Wickham Farm are said to be haunted.

Salon Owner Walloped By Sandy Had 'Fish From River' In Basement…: A year after Sandy, the owner said despite challenges, things are looking up.

Flanders Victims Hard-Hit by Sandy Struggle To Regain Footing…: Some residents have not yet been able to move back in to their homes.

Schools

Riverhead Chosen As Site For Common Core Forum: What issues would you like to see discussed?

Photos: Roanoke Halloween Parade Filled With Fun: Children enjoyed an annual tradition in Riverhead on Halloween.

These 12 Long Island School Districts Have the Highest…: Study finds that Long Island districts recorded the highest average salaries in New York.

College Speaks Out on KKK Graffiti 'Crime' on Campus: School officials say graffiti is considered a crime.

Local Parents React To Common Core: Read what other parents had to say.

Sports

Mariners Forfeit Football Game Against Monarchs: Two South Fork teams forfeited to North Fork teams this week.