In this episode of 'Behind the Headlines,' the panel reflects on the recent assassination of political commentator Charlie Kirk, highlighting the dangers of political violence though expressing disagreement with his views. They also discuss dredging projects in Montauk and Mattituck, Poxabogue Field debates, and the Osprey and Bald Eagle population recoveries. Denise and Alek explain the Riverhead Town Square project, exploring its potential impact on the community and the controversies surrounding it, and Beth Young outlines the legal complexities of seaplanes landing on the North Fork.

This week's panel is:

• Joe Shaw, Executive Editor at The Express News Group
• Bill Sutton, Managing Editor at The Express News Group
• Denise Civiletti, Editor & Publisher at RiverheadLocal
• Beth Young, Editor & Publisher at the East End Beacon
• Alek Lewis, Staff Writer at RiverheadLocal

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In this week's conversation, the panel reflects on the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, discussing community memories and local commemorative events. They also touch on the preservation of working waterfronts through new legislation, the challenges facing the offshore wind industry due to the Trump administration, and a local church's initiative to provide affordable housing. They wrap with a recap of a recent Metallica concert at the Stephen Talkhouse, highlighting the cultural significance of such events in the community.

This week's panel is:

• Joe Shaw, Executive Editor at The Express News Group
• Bill Sutton, Managing Editor at The Express News Group
• Denise Civiletti, Editor & Publisher at RiverheadLocal
• Beth Young, Editor & Publisher at the East End Beacon
• Christopher Walsh, Staff Writer at The East Hampton Star

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In this episode of Behind the Headlines, the panel discusses the legal challenges surrounding cannabis dispensaries in Riverhead, the water pipeline proposed by the Suffolk County Water Authority, New York State's new cell phone policy in schools, and the upcoming documentary on Billy Joel.

This week's panel is:

• Bill Sutton, Managing Editor at The Express News Group
• Annette Hinkle, Arts & Living Editor at The Express News Group
• Denise Civiletti, Editor & Publisher at RiverheadLocal
• Beth Young, Editor & Publisher at the East End Beacon
• Brian Cosgrove, host of The Afternoon Ramble on WLIW-FM

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