July 31st, 2021 - changing CDC mask guidelines, Shelter Island Reporter editorial on local impacts of climate change, Riverhead ban on sale of commericially bred pets, lack of cell service in East Hampton, and efforts for Shelter Island affordable housing

This week on Behind The Headlines, the panel discusses a number of issues, including changing CDC guidelines on the wearing of masks in light of the delta variant and growing COVID numbers; an editorial in the Shelter Island Reporter this week on efforts to combat climate change on the island; a proposed local law in Riverhead to ban the sale of commercially bred dogs and cats by pet stores; the lack of cell phone coverage in East Hampton and a controversial proposal to build a cell tower in Springs; and efforts to provide affordable housing on Shelter Island.

Bill Sutton, Managing Editor, The Express News Group

Annette Hinkle, Arts and Living Editor, The Express News Group

Denise Civiletti, Editor/Publisher,  Riverhead Local

Ambrose Clancy, editor of the Shelter Island Reporter

Jamie Bufalino, reporter for The East Hampton Star