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Feb 7, 2025

William Floyd celebrates record number of students in SCMEA All-County

A total of 124 student-musicians from William Floyd School District have been recognized by the Suffolk County Music Educators Association (SCMEA) for All-County honors.

Feb 6, 2025

Former detainee sues Nassau County correctional facility over assault and negligence

A former detainee has filed a lawsuit against the County of Nassau and several associated entities, alleging severe civil rights violations during his detention at the Nassau County Correctional Center.

Feb 6, 2025

Class action accuses Arena Technical Resources of negligence in data breach

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Arena Technical Resources, LLC, accusing the company of mishandling sensitive personal information that led to a data breach. Juliette Ugarte filed the complaint on January 23, 2025, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York.

Feb 6, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest midgrade gas across Suffolk County in week ending Feb. 1

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

Feb 6, 2025

Arts seed grants awarded: Over 20 projects receive funding

More than 20 projects have received funding through the Faculty in the Arts, Humanities and Lettered Social Sciences (FAHSS) program.

Feb 5, 2025

Cheapest premium gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Jan. 25

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 2 gas stations had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Jan. 25.

Feb 5, 2025

Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending Feb. 1

3 gas stations had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 1, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Feb 5, 2025

Lawsuit accuses Kraft Heinz of misleading advertising over 'All Natural' claims

A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Kraft Heinz Food Company, accusing the company of misleading consumers with false advertising. On January 24, 2025, Alyssa Flexer filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York. The suit alleges that the company falsely marketed its Capri Sun juice pouches as containing "ALL NATURAL INGREDIENTS," despite including synthetic citric acid.

Feb 5, 2025

Lawsuit accuses Richmond University Medical Center of failing to protect data in breach

A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Richmond University Medical Center over a data breach that exposed the personal information of more than 674,000 individuals. Edward Quinn and Monique Leslie, the plaintiffs, filed the complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York on January 21, 2025.

Feb 5, 2025

Panico and Mazzarella Nonored by Sons of Italy for Community Service

On January 23, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico and Suffolk County Legislator Jim Mazzarella were recognized for their contributions to the community by the Sons of Italy, Dr. Calabro Lodge 3011.

Feb 5, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest regular gas across Suffolk County in week ending Feb. 1

1 gas station had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 1, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Feb 5, 2025

William Floyd School District announces two-hour delay due to weather

Due to expected weather conditions, the William Floyd School District will open two hours late on Thursday, February 6.

Feb 5, 2025

Stony Brook University announces finalists for 2025 Discovery Prize

Three faculty members from Stony Brook University have been selected as finalists for the 2025 Stony Brook Foundation Discovery Prize.

Feb 5, 2025

Centre ValBio aids firefighting efforts in Madagascar's Ranomafana National Park

A fire in Madagascar's Ranomafana National Park recently posed a significant threat to rare species of lemurs and other wildlife.

Feb 5, 2025

Experts discuss ethics in generative artificial intelligence at Stony Brook webinar

Stony Brook University recently hosted a webinar exploring the interplay of innovation, creativity, ethics, and artificial intelligence.

Feb 5, 2025

Stony Brook University rises to No. 84 in global physical sciences ranking

Stony Brook University has made significant progress in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject for 2025, achieving its highest position since 2016 in the field of physical sciences.

Feb 5, 2025

William Floyd High School cheerleaders advance to national championship

In a significant development for William Floyd High School, the cheerleading team is set to compete in the National High School Cheerleading Championship (NHSCC) for the first time.

Feb 5, 2025

Respiratory therapist Kylie Zahra's journey from student to professional at SBM

Kylie Zahra, a respiratory therapist at Stony Brook Medicine (SBM), has been recognized for her compassionate and caring nature, which is vital in her field.

Feb 5, 2025

William Floyd bowling team advances to county championship for fifteenth year

The William Floyd High School varsity bowling team, led by head coach James Healey, has qualified for the Suffolk County Championship for the 15th consecutive year.

Feb 4, 2025

Muslim community sues Town of Oyster Bay over alleged discrimination against mosque expansion

Muslims on Long Island, Inc. (MOLI), along with Imran Makda and Moeen Qureshi, have filed a federal lawsuit against the Town of Oyster Bay, alleging discriminatory practices that hindered their efforts to expand a mosque in Bethpage, Long Island.

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Local

Stay Melo: HOF Knicks Star Plugs Cannabis Brand in Farmingdale

Strain Stars will welcome the perennial All-Star on Saturday, April 19th for 1-3 p.m. meet and greets.


State

Who Will Run Against Hochul for Governor of New York?

The South Shore Press had a conversation with New York State Conservative Party Chair, Gerry Kassar on his thoughts who might be considering a race for the Governor’s office from the Republican/Conservative side of the race.


Local

Greenport brewery founder on Reggae Fest: 'a kickoff of summer'

Greenport Harbor Brewing Co. in Peconic is planning a bigger-than-ever Reggae Fest for Saturday, May 3, with top acts and plenty of craft brews.