Week In Review: No Decision Yet on Sound Avenue Excavation Request

Here's a look at some of the top stories in Riverhead this week:

Police & Fire

Man Mugged In Flanders Stripped Of 7K In Cash: Victim was walking home when attacked.

Man Busted For DWI, Nearly Hits Pedestrian: A Riverhead man, 21, was arrested on Dune Road in Hampton Bays on Sep. 2 with a charge of aggravated DWI, a misdemeanor, after they said he was swerving so badly he nearly struck a pedestrian walking along the road.

Cops: Drunk Riverhead Man Left Scene of Accident, Caught Speeding…: Police said the driver was unlicensed.

Government

Lobster Fishing in LI Sound Shuts Down Sunday: State, federal agencies impose closure to boost replenishment.

Despite Sandy Battering, New Yorkers Unprepared for New Storm…: Are you prepared?

Environmentalist Speaks Out on Wading River Zoning: Do you agree that zoning should be adopted to restrict commercial development in Wading River?

No Decision Yet on Sound Avenue Excavation Request: The board agreed they need time to seek legal counsel.

NOAA Predicts Dangerous Hurricane Season: Only a few less storms than originally anticipated are predicted.

Business

Paumanok Vineyards Nominated For American Winery of the Year: The winner will be announced in December.

New Liquor Store Opens In Peconic Plaza: The business had it grand opening last week.

National Grid Upgrading East End Homes Through Fall: Utility company asking residents to set up appointments.

Harvest East End Celebrated Long Island Wine Country's 40th Anniversary…: Over 1300 attended the event; almost $50,000 was raised.

LIPA Rates on the Rise: A power authority rep said energy costs are the reason, but relief could be coming.

Community

Former Riverhead Firefighter Loses Brave Cancer Battle: A fundraiser slated for September will go on as planned, to celebrate his life.

Riverhead Foundation: Washed Up Dolphin Had Pneumonia:The Foundation is awaiting further results.

Surf Camp For Kids With Autism Coming Soon: Watch a video of a program making a difference in young lives.

9/11 Service Slated for Newly Finished Memorial Park: The first-ever 9/11 service wil take place Wednesday at the new Sound Avenue park.

Riverhead Rider Has Strong Showing at Hampton Classic: Richie Moloney topped the leaderboard with what he describes as the "best result of my career."

Riverhead Alzheimer's Walk Raises Over $30K: The second annual event was a success, organizers said.

2 Fundraisers Planned For Group Home Where Michael Hubbard Will Live…: A tent and chairs are needed for one event.

Schools

New Freshmen Get Oriented at Riverhead High School: School officially starts Monday in Riverhead.

Sports

Maysonet Cut from NFL Roster: Undrafted free agent was released by the Browns.