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Jun 17, 2025

New York woman alleges false arrest and excessive force by police

A New York woman has filed a lawsuit against the city and several of its police officers, alleging civil rights violations. The lawsuit filed by plaintiff Sonia Perry names officers Robert McLoughlin, Benjamin Gelber, Dennis Cobic, and Annie Cosgrave as defendants.

Jun 17, 2025

Legal dispute erupts over Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club partnership

A woman has filed a lawsuit against her former business partner, alleging that they attempted to undermine their equal partnership by excluding her from managerial decisions and seeking to remove her from the business.

Jun 16, 2025

Jazz legends celebrated at Stony Brook Southampton on Juneteenth

Stony Brook Southampton's Avram Theater is set to honor the legacy of jazz musicians from Long Island's East End on Juneteenth, Thursday, June 16.

Jun 15, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest midgrade gas during week ending June 7

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 3 gas stations had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 7.

Jun 13, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest premium gas across Suffolk County in week ending June 7

2 gas stations had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jun 13, 2025

New York appliance firm faces suit over alleged pressure cooker malfunction

A lawsuit has been filed against The Steelstone Group LLC d/b/a Gourmia by Myesha Maggit on behalf of her daughter J.E.B., claiming severe injuries from a defective pressure cooker.

Jun 13, 2025

Former employee files lawsuit against Peconic Landing alleging discrimination and unlawful termination

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Peconic Landing at Southold and two individuals, Mary Lavery and Lindsey Corwin, alleging a series of discriminatory and retaliatory actions that culminated in her termination.

Jun 13, 2025

Stony Brook Film Festival announces schedule for its 30th anniversary

The Stony Brook Film Festival has announced its full schedule for the 30th anniversary event, which will take place from July 17 to July 26 at the Staller Center for the Arts.

Jun 13, 2025

Quantum technology advances focus on scalability challenges at Stony Brook University

Scale remains a significant challenge in the field of quantum technology.

Jun 13, 2025

Stony Brook researchers advance material science for nuclear fusion reactors

Nuclear fusion, a process akin to the energy production in the sun and stars, holds promise for generating electricity on Earth without carbon emissions or long-lasting nuclear waste.

Jun 12, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending June 7

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 7.

Jun 12, 2025

Woman alleges unlawful arrest following crash with police vehicle

A resident of New York City has filed a police misconduct lawsuit against the city of New York and three officers: Brandon S. Lefcourt, Keith A. Meisner, and Sergeant Alicea V. Venus.

Jun 12, 2025

New York homeowner sues solar companies over deceptive sales practices

A New York homeowner is suing Sunco Capital, LLC and other associated entities over alleged deceptive practices related to solar panel installations.

Jun 12, 2025

Brookhaven Town announces Christmas toy drive to aid families

The Brookhaven Town Youth Bureau is organizing its annual "Christmas in July" Toy Drive, scheduled from July 1 to July 25.

Jun 11, 2025

Cheapest regular gas found in Suffolk County during week ending June 7

5 gas stations had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jun 11, 2025

Stony Brook alumna recognized for contributions to government relations

Since earning her master's degree in public policy from Stony Brook University, Czareena Dotchev has been active in advocating for legislation and building coalitions on Capitol Hill.

Jun 11, 2025

Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending June 7

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 3 gas stations had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 7.

Jun 11, 2025

WFHS awards $158,000 in scholarships to class of 2025 seniors

William Floyd High School recently held its annual Senior Scholarship Night on June 5.

Jun 11, 2025

Councilwoman Bonner honors local heroes at Coram Fire Department dinner

Brookhaven Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Coram Fire Department's annual Installation Dinner to acknowledge the service and dedication of its members.

Jun 11, 2025

Stony Brook unveils world's largest foldable display wall: The FlexiCAVE

Stony Brook University has announced the completion of the FlexiCAVE, a pioneering flexible and dynamically reconfigurable high-resolution stereo display facility.

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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.


Local

Warrant Executed in Bay Shore – 25 Dogs Rescued

Suffolk County SPCA and police rescued 25 dogs from a Bay Shore home in “unsanitary and inhumane conditions."


Local

LI Legend Billy Joel’s Past Loves and Languish Tackled in Sprawling New Doc

Directors Susan Lacy and Jessica Levin cut together “Billy Joel: And So It Goes” in express collaboration with the titular man of the hour, nay, 5 hours’ worth of said enlightening BTS entertainment—and then some.