On this weekend's Behind The Headlines, the panel explains the recent bird flu outbreak that's lead to hundreds of dead geese for East End towns to deal with. They also outline how Trump's war in the Middle East could devastate local agriculture throughout Riverhead and the Twin Forks. Alek Lewis explores innovative approaches to affordable housing in the region, Beth Young discusses local EMT certification, and Denise Civiletti explains the disappointing court ruling on a case regarding a deadly house fire.

This week's panel is:

1. Bill Sutton, Editor-in-chief at The Express News Group
2. Annette Hinkle, Arts & Living Editor at The Express News Group
3. Denise Civiletti, Editor & Publisher of RiverheadLocal
4. Beth Young, Editor & Publisher of East End Beacon
5. Alek Lewis, Staff Writer at Newsday

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