Community Corner

Week In Review: Game Stop Armed Robber Caught, Police Said

In other news, the Greenport and Southold school districts agreed to share a superintendent.

Take a look at the top headlines on the North Fork this week:

Police & Fire

Instagram Photo Leads to Hefty Fines For Local Men Caught Capturing Deer…: The young men all came from Riverhead Town.

3 Fishermen Charged With Striped Bass Spearing Plead Not Guilty…: The men are due back in court on Jan. 10.

Cops: Village Employee Got 'Death Threat' From Drunk Man: The employee also found her windshield cracked, police said.

Man Charged in String of Armed Robberies Held on $1 Million Cash Bail…: The alleged armed robber was slated to appear back in court on Friday.

Cops: Woman Busted for DWI in Mattituck: Police said the woman crossed over the double yellow line.

Government

Town Forum Held To Help Seniors Stay in Their Homes: Almost 50 percent of Southold's population are age 50 and over, studies show.

Business

Popular North Fork Dentist Moves Into New Location With Deep Meaning…: A special gift has made the office special for Dr. Kevin Sheren.

Peconic Lane Shop Owner Took Leap Of Faith, Celebrating Year Anniversary…: The couple jumped feet first and opened a store they said means home.

'Taste North Fork' Great Success, Spiked Business 30 Percent, Organizers Say…: The goal is to present the event again.

That Looks Good: Love Lane Kitchen: Satisfied diners share photos of their favorite dishes.

Nature, Found Materials Become Boutique Treasures in Greenport…: Owner Rena Casey-Wilhelm said the village is emerging with a "back-to-basics" focus for chefs, gardeners, and foodies.

North Fork Chocolate Company Officially Opens at Tanger: Find out what was served on the first official day.

Community

Behind the Vines: Pourer Finds Life Lessons In Tasting Room: One young woman said the lessons she learned at Duckwalk Vineyards will stay with her forever.

Chef Keith Luce Gives Back To Help Undernourished Children: The chef and father believes in doing his part to ensure all children receive nutritious fare.

Community Comes Together To Help Needy: The CAST Holiday Happening, fun for kids, is coming soon.

Local Musician Cooks Up Kickstarter Campaign For New Album: Brady Rymer has a fundraising goal of $20,000.

Cutchogue Man Organizes Relief to Typhoon-Ravaged Phillipines…: The first team left on Friday.

Environmental Advocates Sue State Parks, SUNY: Peconic Baykeeper and Soundkeeper of Norwalk say septic systems are polluting area waters.

Church Hosts First Annual Thanksgiving Brunch: The first-ever event takes place on Nov. 24.

Kids Score 700 Pounds of Halloween Candy for Troops: And that was just the beginning.

Volunteers Needed to Walk, Play With Dogs at Local Shelters: Volunteers are needed in both Southold and Riverhead.

White Stuff Excites as Long Islanders Share Snow Pics Online: Autumn snowfall inspires on social media.

First Cold Stunned Sea Turtles Rescued: The Riverhead Foundation asks East Enders to report sightings.

Remembering the Fallen At Calverton National Cemetery: An annual Veterans Day service paid tribute to fallen heroes.

Schools

Southold, Greenport Agree to Share School Superintendent: Board of education members are pleased with the decision.

Common Core Meeting Moved To New Locale: What do you have to say about the Common Core curriculum?


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