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Jan 23, 2025

Study links WTC exposure duration with brain amyloidosis among responders

Stony Brook University researchers have found evidence of amyloidosis in the brains of some World Trade Center (WTC) responders, nearly 25 years after the attacks.

Jan 22, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending Jan. 18

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 2 gas stations had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Jan. 18.

Jan 22, 2025

Independent pharmacy accuses GoodRx, CVS, and other PBMs of price-fixing scheme

Pressman Inc., an independent pharmacy, has filed a class action lawsuit accusing several major pharmaceutical benefit managers (PBMs) of engaging in an unlawful price-fixing scheme.

Jan 22, 2025

New York City mayoral candidate challenges election law over 'Independence' name restriction

Jim Walden, a candidate for New York City Mayor, has filed a lawsuit against New York election officials, claiming that certain provisions in the state's election laws unfairly limit his ability to run as an independent candidate.

Jan 22, 2025

Stony Brook Cancer Center receives $1.25M gift from Betty Ajces Trust

The Stony Brook Cancer Center has received a significant contribution of $1.25 million from the Betty Ajces Trust.

Jan 22, 2025

William Floyd wins Kujan Brothers' Memorial Tournament for second time in three years

The William Floyd boys' varsity wrestling team, under the guidance of head coach Tony Mecca, recently secured victory at the 39th Annual Kujan Brothers’ Memorial Tournament.

Jan 22, 2025

Australopithecus study reveals plant-based diet despite occasional meat consumption

An international team of researchers, including Dominic Stratford from Stony Brook University and the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa, has made a significant discovery about the diet of Australopithecus.

Jan 22, 2025

CEAS holds inaugural awards ceremony recognizing excellence across various fields

Stony Brook University's College of Engineering and Applied Sciences (CEAS) held its first annual awards ceremony on January 21.

Jan 22, 2025

MLK portrait project exhibition returns to Suffolk County Community College

The Fifth Annual MLK Portrait Project exhibition will be displayed at Suffolk County Community College's Eastern Campus from January 29 to March 7, 2025.

Jan 22, 2025

Ancient human ancestor's diet revealed through fossil tooth enamel analysis

An international team of researchers has uncovered new insights into the diet of ancient human ancestors.

Jan 21, 2025

Accountant alleges financial fraud against lending companies over unauthorized PPP loan

A lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York alleging financial fraud and identity theft involving a fraudulent Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan.

Jan 21, 2025

New York resident alleges RICO violations against former business partners

A lawsuit filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York on January 5, 2025, accuses multiple individuals and entities of engaging in fraudulent activities and violations under the federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO).

Jan 21, 2025

Stony Brook launches new master's degree in political psychology

Stony Brook University is set to introduce a new Master of Arts in Political Psychology program through its Department of Political Science, starting in the fall of 2025.

Jan 21, 2025

Stony Brook receives funding for five research projects from New York Sea Grant

New York Sea Grant (NYSG) has allocated approximately $2.15 million to fund 10 research projects, with five based at Stony Brook University.

Jan 21, 2025

Collaborative for the Earth launches second season of climate-focused podcast

The Collaborative for the Earth (C4E) is set to launch the second season of its podcast, "C4E Presents," aiming to engage in conversations with researchers and scholars from Stony Brook University about environmental changes.

Jan 20, 2025

NEC Financial Services sues medical clinic over alleged defaults on finance agreements

NEC Financial Services, LLC, a financial services company specializing in equipment leasing and financing, has filed a lawsuit against a medical clinic and its associated parties over alleged defaults on financial agreements.

Jan 20, 2025

Volunteer firefighter alleges sex discrimination against local fire department

A volunteer firefighter has filed a lawsuit against Glenwood Hook & Ladder, Engine & Hose Company, Inc., and several individual defendants over allegations of sex discrimination and procedural violations.

Jan 19, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest midgrade gas during week ending Jan. 11

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 Jan. 11.

Jan 17, 2025

Shelter operator accused by client of civil rights violations amid emergency shelter denial

A lawsuit has been filed in the Southern District of New York by a New York City resident, identified as John Doe, accusing a shelter operator of severe misconduct and civil rights violations. The complaint, filed December 10, 2024, targets Housing Solutions of New York and two of its employees.

Jan 17, 2025

Former employee alleges American Bottling Company owes unpaid overtime wages

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against The American Bottling Company, alleging unpaid overtime wages and violations of labor laws. The complaint, filed December 30, 2024, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, is brought by Parmanand Shivpal.

Daily Feed

Liberty Mutual ses Brooklyn pharmacy alleging $748K no-fault insurance fraud scheme

Liberty Mutual General Insurance Company and other affiliates have filed a lawsuit against Argyle Pharmacy Inc., Mehtab Bibi, and Timur Yuzefpolsky, alleging a sophisticated scheme to defraud them through fraudulent insurance claims.


Crime

Alleged MS-13 Gang Member Extradited to Suffolk County to Face Kidnapping And Assault Charges

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney today announced that Josue Zepeda Padilla, 28, of Huntington Station, was extradited and arraigned on an indictment charging for Robbery in the First Degree, Gang Assault in the First Degree, and other related charges, for his alleged role in the January 6, 2024 violent attack on a 15-year-old at the Pilgrim State Mental Facility in Brentwood that left the child unconscious


Local

Beauty in the Breakdown: An SSP Play-by-Play of Dave’s Hot Chicken’s LI Debut

Long Island’s first “Dave’s Hot Chicken” is situated at 207 Glen Gove Road Carle Place, and grand-opened last week.