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Lawsuit alleges malicious prosecution against NYPD officers
A lawsuit has been filed alleging malicious prosecution against the New York City Police Department and several of its officers. On January 2, 2025, Tiffany Norwood and Joseph Hill filed a complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York against the City of New York, the NYPD, and individual officers.
Cheapest premium gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Jan. 11
1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Jan. 11, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Zariel Macchia honored as three-time Gatorade player of the year
William Floyd High School senior Zariel Macchia has been named the 2024-25 Gatorade New York Girls Cross Country Player of the Year.
Stony Brook University joins inaugural Climate Solutions Summit NYC
Stony Brook University is preparing to participate in the inaugural Climate Solutions Summit NYC, organized by The New York Climate Exchange.
Joeva Sean Rock wins prestigious Margaret Mead Award for contributions to anthropology
Stony Brook University anthropologist Joeva Sean Rock has been awarded the 2024 Margaret Mead Award.
Governor Hochul backs expansion of student support programs in New York
Suffolk County Community College has expressed gratitude towards Governor Kathy Hochul for her commitment to providing ongoing state funding for the Advancing Success in Associate Pathways (ASAP) and Advancing Completion through Engagement (ACE)...
Drug targeting neuropathic pain progresses in clinical trials
A new investigational drug aimed at treating neuropathic pain has successfully completed a safety review, allowing it to proceed to the next phase of clinical trials.
Artelo's neuropathy drug advances in clinical trials after safety review
A non-opioid investigational drug, ART26.12, developed by Artelo Biosciences in Solana Beach, California, has made progress in its clinical trials.
Moriches students learn about Gila monsters from expert researcher
Fifth-grade students at Moriches Elementary School had the opportunity to learn about Gila monsters from Dr. Kevin Bonine, a well-known professor and director of the Arizona Institute for Resilience at the University of Arizona.
Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending Jan. 11
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 Jan. 11.
Lawsuit filed against former employee by e-commerce company, AudioSavings, over fraud allegations
A lawsuit has been filed in the Eastern District of New York by e-commerce company E-Distributors Inc., doing business as AudioSavings, accusing its former employee, Robert Woitkowski, of fraudulent misconduct. The complaint, filed December 30, 2024, also names AAF Solutions LLC and Channing Devane Trick as defendants, accusing them of engaging in fraudulent activities that have caused significant harm to the plaintiff.
GEICO alleges fraudulent billing scheme by New York medical practice
Government Employees Insurance Company (GEICO) has filed a lawsuit against Glenmore Medical, P.C., a New York-based medical practice, and several associated healthcare professionals, accusing them of defrauding the insurer out of more than $1.3 million through fraudulent no-fault insurance claims.
Pioneering virtual colonoscopy: Professor Jerome Liang's contributions to early cancer detection
From a young age, Professor Jerome Zhengrong Liang was intrigued by the universe's mysteries.
Neuroscience students recognized for innovative claymation on circadian rhythms
A group of doctoral students from the Program in Neuroscience have gained recognition in the Brain Awareness video contest organized by BrainFacts.org and the Society for Neuroscience.
Brookhaven Town Board Honored Local Doctor
At a recent Town Board meeting held on January 9, the Brookhaven Town Board recognized Dr. Shaorui Li for her contributions through her work with the Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Advisory Board.
Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest regular gas during week ending Jan. 11
2 gas stations had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Jan. 11, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Homeowners accuse cell tower developer and local government of violating zoning laws
A group of homeowners has filed a lawsuit against a cell tower developer and local government, alleging they conspired to bypass zoning laws to construct a cell tower near residential properties.
Lawsuit alleges Richmond University Medical Center failed to protect patient data in breach
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Richmond University Medical Center, raising concerns over data security and patient privacy. On January 3, 2025, Cory Scripps filed a complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, accusing the medical center of failing to protect sensitive personal and health information from a significant data breach.
Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending Jan. 11
2 gas stations had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Jan. 11, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
William Paca Middle School to perform 'The Wizard of Oz' Youth Edition
William Paca Middle School will present "The Wizard of Oz" Youth Edition on January 24 and 25.
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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.
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
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.