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Sep 10, 2024

First neutrinos detected at Fermilab short-baseline detector

Scientists working on the Short-Baseline Near Detector (SBND) at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory have identified the detector’s first neutrino interactions.

Sep 10, 2024

Former detective investigator sues Richmond County DA's office over denied vaccine exemption

Anita Hernandez has filed a lawsuit against Richmond County DA's Office alleging religious discrimination after being denied a COVID-19 vaccine exemption due to her anti-abortion beliefs. The case highlights issues surrounding religious accommodations in workplace vaccination mandates.

Sep 10, 2024

Wagner College faces class-action lawsuit over denied refunds after COVID-19 shift

Plaintiff Miles Wilkie has filed a class-action lawsuit against Wagner College over its refusal to issue prorated refunds after transitioning to online classes during Spring 2020 due to COVID-19. The suit alleges breach of contract and unjust enrichment as students were denied access to on-campus facilities while still being charged full tuition.

Sep 9, 2024

Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated with dance concert at Brookhaven Lab

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with an evening of dance and music.

Sep 9, 2024

Stony Brook's ASA launches new initiatives for enhanced student engagement

Dawn Villacci, director of Engagement and Guest Experience, is on a mission to connect with students and staff at Stony Brook University and enhance their campus experience through the Auxiliary Services Association (ASA). Her goal is clear: to make every interaction with ASA extraordinary.

Sep 9, 2024

Suffolk cardiologist sentenced for possessing child pornography

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that cardiologist Frank Pollaro, 55, of Deer Park, was sentenced to four to eight years in prison after pleading guilty to two counts of Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child.

Sep 9, 2024

Stony Brook University updates clothing recycling program with new donation bins

Stony Brook University has introduced updated 'Red Hot' donation bins as part of its long-standing clothing recycling program. These new bins feature enhanced signage and messaging to clarify what can be donated and explain the destination of these donations, aiming to ensure the community understands the impact of their contributions on sustainability and social welfare.

Sep 9, 2024

Riverhead man indicted for shooting into Hampton Bays residence

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the indictment of Lawrence Brown Jr., 26, of Riverhead, on charges including Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree. The indictment follows a shooting incident in Hampton Bays.

Sep 9, 2024

Stony Brook hosts national water acoustics research bootcamp

Stony Brook Southampton recently hosted a bootcamp where students from across the country collaborated on underwater acoustics research. Participants conducted experiments to transmit, sense, and measure different underwater acoustic signals. Funded by the Office of Naval Research, Dean Andrew Singer of the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences (CEAS) organized the week-long activity alongside Professor Joseph Warren from the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences and Professor Grant Deane from the Scripps Institute of Oceanography.

Sep 9, 2024

High school students participate in inaugural careers program at Stony Brook University

This past summer, seven William Floyd High School students participated in Stony Brook University's inaugural "A Taste of the Trades" program. The initiative aimed to provide hands-on learning experiences in fields such as construction, clean-energy production, and infrastructure development, while introducing job opportunities supporting sustainability.

Sep 9, 2024

Stony Brook's ASA launches new initiatives for enhanced student engagement

Dawn Villacci, director of Engagement and Guest Experience, is on a mission to connect with students and staff at Stony Brook University and enhance their campus experience through the Auxiliary Services Association (ASA). Her goal is clear: to make every interaction with ASA extraordinary.

Sep 9, 2024

Suffolk cardiologist sentenced for possessing child pornography

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that cardiologist Frank Pollaro, 55, of Deer Park, was sentenced to four to eight years in prison after pleading guilty to two counts of Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child.

Sep 9, 2024

Cheapest premium gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Aug. 31

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Aug. 31.

Sep 9, 2024

Riverhead man indicted for shooting into Hampton Bays residence

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the indictment of Lawrence Brown Jr., 26, of Riverhead, on charges including Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree. The indictment follows a shooting incident in Hampton Bays.

Sep 9, 2024

Stony Brook University updates clothing recycling program with new donation bins

Stony Brook University has introduced updated 'Red Hot' donation bins as part of its long-standing clothing recycling program. These new bins feature enhanced signage and messaging to clarify what can be donated and explain the destination of these donations, aiming to ensure the community understands the impact of their contributions on sustainability and social welfare.

Sep 9, 2024

Stony Brook hosts national water acoustics research bootcamp

Stony Brook Southampton recently hosted a bootcamp where students from across the country collaborated on underwater acoustics research. Participants conducted experiments to transmit, sense, and measure different underwater acoustic signals. Funded by the Office of Naval Research, Dean Andrew Singer of the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences (CEAS) organized the week-long activity alongside Professor Joseph Warren from the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences and Professor Grant Deane from the Scripps Institute of Oceanography.

Sep 9, 2024

Brookhaven to celebrate history at annual country fair

The Town of Brookhaven will host its annual Country Fair on September 21 and 22 at the historic Longwood Estate in Ridge, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The event will include historic re-enactments, demonstrations, food, entertainment by the Ed Travers Band, craft vendors, children’s activities, a Tesla Museum exhibit, a dog show, a vintage apron show, and house museum tours. Admission is $5 per person. Children under 12 are free and will receive a "Passport to the Past." Parking is free with a complimentary shuttle service from Longwood Junior High School. Leashed and...

Sep 9, 2024

High school students participate in inaugural careers program at Stony Brook University

This past summer, seven William Floyd High School students participated in Stony Brook University’s inaugural “A Taste of the Trades” program. The initiative aimed to provide hands-on learning experiences in fields such as construction, clean-energy production, and infrastructure development, while introducing job opportunities supporting sustainability.

Sep 9, 2024

Kevin LaValle launches history video series featuring Davis Meeting House

Town Clerk Kevin LaValle has announced the launch of his “Talking History with the Town Clerk” video series, starting with a tour of the Davis Meeting House in Coram. The video features insights from Town Historian Barbara Russell, researcher Lynne Scofield, and Interim President Suzanne Johnson from the Town of Brookhaven Davis Town Meeting House Historical Society.

Sep 6, 2024

Former Employee Accuses Home Depot of Wage Theft in Lawsuit

A former employee has filed a class-action lawsuit against a major home improvement retailer, alleging widespread wage theft and retaliatory termination. The complaint was filed by Anthony Muia in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York on August 23, 2024, against Home Depot U.S.A., Inc.

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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.


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Your dynasty fantasy season is just beginning

So that’s it—the 2025 Major League Baseball regular season is over. Now you can finally breathe and relax, right? Wrong! Not if you play dynasty or keeper league fantasy baseball. For you, this is just the beginning.


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Suffolk settles $9M suit in death of Thomas Valva

$9 million to mother of murdered boy