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Miller Place man pleads guilty in fentanyl-related death and poisoning case
Robert Mauro, a 40-year-old resident of Miller Place, has pleaded guilty to charges related to the death of a Patchogue woman and the fentanyl poisoning of an infant. Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that Mauro admitted to Manslaughter in the Second Degree and Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance.
Stony Brook receives $500K grant for community college transfer program
Stony Brook University has been awarded a $500,000 Innovation Driven by Evidence and Advanced Strategies (IDEAS) grant from the American Talent Initiative College Excellence Program and Bloomberg Philanthropies.
Suffolk County Community College's STEM Center honored for sustainable design
Suffolk County Community College's Renewable Energy/STEM Center has been recognized for its sustainable architecture at the 2024 Global Future Design Awards. The center, a 24,000-square-foot building, is designed to enhance natural light and sustainability. It features photovoltaic panels on the roof, insulating berms, geothermal wells, and a central demonstration garden. This facility serves as an educational hub for renewable energy systems and sustainability principles.
High school student found with handgun; investigation ongoing
This afternoon, shortly before high school dismissal, a student was brought to an administrator's office for possible vaping. During a search with a metal detecting wand, it was discovered that the student had a handgun. The weapon was confiscated and police were notified immediately.
Three NYC men charged with catalytic converter thefts in Suffolk County
Suffolk County authorities have announced the arrest and arraignment of three New York City men accused of stealing catalytic converters from vehicles in Suffolk County. The individuals, identified as Jose Deleon, 37, from Brooklyn, Oliver Morocho, 21, and Albert Espinal, 23, both from Queens, face charges including Criminal Mischief in the Second Degree.
Plaintiffs allege NYPD officers used excessive force during unlawful arrest
A civil rights lawsuit has been filed, alleging that police officers violated constitutional rights through a series of violent actions.
Healthcare provider accused of negligence following data breach
A class action lawsuit has been filed against a healthcare provider and its third-party vendor following a data breach that compromised the personal information of millions.
Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending Oct. 12
According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Oct. 12.
Bayport Firefighters Visit Academy Street Elementary
Firefighter Ray Cooney spoke to students at all grade levels about the importance of calling 911 and what to say during the call. He also emphasized the importance of having smoke alarms in the home and what to do if you're ever trapped in a room during a fire.
South Shore Press Newscast: George Santos Gives Kamala Harris Media Advice After Terrible Interview
Watch George Santos give Kamala Harris media advice after a recent terrible interview by her.
Lindenhurst man sentenced for wife's murder after guilty plea
Ryszard Murawski, a 44-year-old resident of Lindenhurst, New York, has been sentenced to 22 years to life in prison for the murder of his wife, Wioleta Murawski. The sentence was handed down following his guilty plea to Murder in the Second Degree.
Bellport woman pleads guilty in hit-and-run case involving firefighter
Maria Guallpa-Bonilla, a 36-year-old resident of Bellport, has pleaded guilty to leaving the scene of a fatal crash that occurred on June 10, 2024. The incident resulted in the death of Christopher Hlavaty, a 22-year-old volunteer firefighter from East Patchogue.
William Floyd High School students earn spots at NYSCAME All-County Music Festival
Twenty-eight students from William Floyd High School have been chosen to participate in the upcoming New York State Council of Administrators for Music Education (NYSCAME) All-County Music Festival. This event, scheduled for next month, honors junior and senior musicians who have shown exceptional talent.
Islip Terrace man receives 25-year sentence for manslaughter
Eduardo Vega, a 58-year-old resident of Islip Terrace, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for the fatal stabbing of his son-in-law, Roshane McLaren. The incident occurred at their shared home in Islip Terrace. Vega pleaded guilty to Manslaughter in the First Degree last month.
Researchers develop framework for scalable distributed quantum computers
Researchers from 14 institutions have collaborated to tackle one of the significant challenges in quantum computing: scaling. Through the Co-design Center for Quantum Advantage (C2QA), a Department of Energy National Quantum Information Science Research Center, they developed the ARQUIN framework. This initiative aims to simulate large-scale distributed quantum computers by organizing them into different layers. Their findings were published in ACM Transactions on Quantum Computing.
Staten Island Resident Alleges UPS Discriminates Against Non-White Apartment Complexes
A class action lawsuit was filed on October 8, 2024, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, in which Gordon Flowers accuses United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) of racial discrimination. The complaint alleges that UPS has systematically refused to deliver packages directly to two predominantly non-White apartment complexes on Staten Island—Fox Hill Apartments and Park Hill Apartments—requiring residents to travel to retrieve their deliveries.
Plaintiffs accuse United States Postal Service of Wrongful Death
On Oct. 4, the Wendler Family filed a wrongful death lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York against the United States Postal Service (USPS) for the death of Antares Wendler-Phillips. The plaintiffs allege that Antares's death was the result of workplace harassment and negligence.
Plaintiff alleges Hatch Baby misled consumers about defective sound machine
Tracy Bott has filed a class action lawsuit against Hatch Baby in New York federal court over alleged deceptive marketing practices concerning their sound machines' safety risks due to faulty power adapters causing electric shocks. The suit seeks over $5 million in damages for affected consumers.
Bellport HS Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
To mark Hispanic Heritage Month, Bellport High School's Multicultural Student Association created a living library experience, "My Journey," for their peers.
Suffolk County Police To Hold Property Auction
The auction will begin at 9 a.m. and will be held rain or shine. There will be a preview of jewelry and select property on Tuesday, October 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
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Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk
Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.
October Slate for LIMEHOF
For the next four Sundays — Oct. 5, Oct. 12, Oct. 19, and Oct. 26 — the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) will host a king’s ransom of local acts at its Stony Brook headquarters.
Sayville golf team makes history in impressive win
The Sayville varsity boys’ golf team delivered a historic performance this weekend, posting a record-breaking effort in a decisive win.