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Week In Review: Event Organizers Plea for Exceptions To New Policy

In other news of the week, the General Wayne Inn will be demolished and neighbors protest Vineyard 48.

Here's a look at the top headlines of the week on the North Fork:

Government

General Wayne Inn Headed For Demolition: The Southold town board passed a resolution deeming the crumbling structure unsafe.

Neighbors Blast Vineyard 48: Neighbors cry out against a business they believe has ruined their quality of life.

Event Organizers Plea For Exceptions to Road Use Policy: Organizers of popular race and bike events asked for exceptions to a new town policy that nixes for-profit ventures.

Have A Mercury Thermostat? Trash It Properly, Town Says: Southold Town is launching a public education campaign on how to dispose of mercury themostats.

Business

Pindar Vineyards on the Market, Though 'Nothing on the Table…: Winery on the market, but no deal in place.

Open for the Season: Peconic Water Sports: The charter service offers water sport lessons and fishing charters.

Spa & Sauna Shop Re-Opens Jamesport Storefront: A new day dawns for Jamesport business.

Community

Martha Stewart Visits North Fork In Vineyard Ride: A celebrity discovered the magic of the North Fork.

Sacred Heart 1 of 7 Long Island 'Endangered' Sites: Cutchogue Catholic church last held services in December and has since been closed. 

Shelter Island, Southold Police Run For Special Olympics: Law enforcement officers come together for a good cause.

Remembering Lt. Joseph Theinert: A community takes time to remember a hero.

Hurricane Season is Here: Are You Ready?: How to safe safe during hurricane season.

Staying Safe in Snapping Turtle Season: What to do if you see a snapping turtle cross the road.



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