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Stony Brook professor joins national fellowship on health inequities
Ann-Margaret Navarra, PhD, CPNP, an Associate Professor at the Stony Brook University School of Nursing, has been chosen for a national fellowship aimed at addressing health inequities in the United States.
Brookhaven Women’s Services hosts financial success workshop
The Town of Brookhaven Department of General Services, Women's Services Division is organizing a workshop titled "Prepare for Financial Success in the New Year."
Hospital finance executive alleges age discrimination against Maimonides Medical Center
A hospital finance executive has filed a lawsuit against Maimonides Medical Center, alleging age discrimination after nearly two decades of service.
Lawsuit accuses NYC police of false arrests in botched drug raid
Three individuals are suing the City of New York and several police officers, claiming their civil rights were violated during a botched drug raid.
Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest regular gas during week ending Dec. 28
4 gas stations had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Dec. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
William Floyd Rockettes announce first winter clinic for young dancers
The William Floyd Rockettes are set to host their inaugural Winter Clinic on January 11 at William Floyd High School.
Stony Brook University announces dates for Winterfest 2025
Stony Brook University is set to host its second annual Winterfest from January 13 through January 22, offering a variety of activities for the campus community.
Renaissance School of Medicine announces call for abstracts for research day
The Renaissance School of Medicine’s Office of Faculty Affairs, in collaboration with the Group for Women in Medicine and Science, will host the 19th Annual Women in Medicine & Science Research Day on March 5, 2025.
Simons STEM scholar shares research journey at Stony Brook University
Ronan Tiu, a sophomore at Stony Brook University (SBU), has been named the URECA researcher of the month for January.
WFHS student awarded full scholarship through QuestBridge program
William Floyd High School senior Milton Calderon-Suriel has secured a full four-year scholarship to the University of Chicago through the QuestBridge National College Match program.
Stony Brook leaders push for increased FY26 science funding during DC visit
On December 18, Kevin Gardner, Vice President for Research at Stony Brook University, along with Assistant Vice President for Federal Relations Lauren Brookmeyer, visited Washington, DC.
Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending Dec. 28
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 Dec. 28.
Teamsters union accuses NYC officials of violating First Amendment rights in Amazon labor dispute
Teamsters Local Union No. 804 and the Teamsters Amazon National Negotiating Committee have filed a lawsuit against the City of New York, New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch, and Mayor Eric Adams.
Former student sues NY grievance committee over law professor's misconduct
A court filing on December 17, 2024, revealed a legal battle over allegations of sexual misconduct and access to disciplinary proceedings. Nichole Beiner, the plaintiff, filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York against Angelicque M. Moreno and other officials with the New York State Grievance Committee.
Lawsuit accuses cryptocurrency promoters of illegally selling and promoting $HAWK tokens
A class action lawsuit has been filed against several cryptocurrency promoters accused of unlawfully promoting and selling a memecoin— a type of cryptocurrency that gains popularity through internet memes or social media trends—resulting in significant financial losses for investors.
Lawsuit alleges security firm Platinum Protection Services violated wage laws
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against his previous employers, accusing them of violating labor laws. Kyle Boiko filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York on December 19, 2024, naming Samori Samad, Anthony Wigfall, and Platinum Investigations Inc., doing business as Platinum Protection Services.
Farmingville man indicted for alleged sex trafficking offenses
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the indictment of Mitchell K. Johnson, a 38-year-old resident of Farmingville, on charges related to sex trafficking.
Stony Brook joins $11M ARPA-H initiative to boost vaccine development with AI
Stony Brook University's Department of Computer Science is participating in an $11 million research initiative to enhance vaccine development using artificial intelligence.
Lawsuit alleges NYC Police mishandled mental health crisis, resulting in injury
A lawsuit filed against the New York Police Department (NYPD) accuses officers of using excessive force during an encounter with a woman experiencing a mental health crisis.
Survivor sues hotel chain over alleged complicity in sex trafficking
A lawsuit has been filed against a hotel chain accused of enabling sex trafficking on its premises. On December 16, 2024, an individual survivor of sex trafficking, identified as R.A., filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York against RRI Venture Westbury LLC.
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Push on for Tier 6 Pension Reform
Fix Tier 6 is the rallying cry in Albany as Albany works through the legislative session.
Free Trees in the Town of Brookhaven
On Arbor Day (Friday, April 25), the Town of Brookhaven will hold its annual tree seedling, mulch, and compost giveaway in the South Parking Lot of Brookhaven Town Hall, located at 1 Independence Hill in Farmingville from 1:00-6:00 p.m.
Doctor sues New York homeowners' association for religious discrimination and harassment, seeks over $1 million in damages
A first responder and medical doctor is embroiled in a legal battle against his homeowners' association, alleging discrimination and harassment based on his religion.