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Woman alleges negligence against Qatar Airways, American Airlines over in-flight injury
A lawsuit has been filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York following an in-flight injury on an international flight.
Annual pajama drive collects nearly 5,000 donations
Recently, Town Clerk Kevin LaValle visited Connect Church in Centereach to celebrate the success of the annual EJ'S PJS Pajama Drive.
Students adapt holiday toys for children with disabilities
Stony Brook University students and local non-profit organizations collaborated to adapt toys for children with disabilities.
Stony Brook PhD student wins prestigious award for conservation efforts
Stony Brook University doctoral student Florence Aghomo has been awarded the Young Women in Conservation Biology Award by the Society for Conservation Biology Africa Region.
East Patchogue man faces felony charges after mall brawl
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the indictment of Tavion Elting, an 18-year-old from East Patchogue, on felony weapons charges.
Stony Brook student receives award for conservation biology contributions
Stony Brook University doctoral student Florence Aghomo has been awarded the Young Women in Conservation Biology Award by the Society for Conservation Biology's Africa Region.
Stony Brook University reflects on significant events and achievements in 2024
Stony Brook University has experienced a notable year in 2024, marked by significant events and achievements.
Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending Dec. 14
2 gas stations had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Dec. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest premium gas during week ending Dec. 14
According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Dec. 14.
Food Lab introduces immunity workshop series with Nadia Ernestus
The Food Lab at Stony Brook Southampton is introducing a workshop series titled "Boost Your Immunity Naturally," which will be led by health coach and educator Nadia Ernestus.
1M awarded for climate resilience projects in New York Metro area
Nearly a dozen communities on Long Island, in the Bronx, and Westchester County are among those benefiting from more than $1 million in resilience planning support grants.
Toys for Tots partners with elementary school to spread holiday cheer
Kindergarten students at Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School recently enjoyed a special event thanks to the efforts of Toys for Tots and a surprise visit from Santa Claus.
Ja'Quan Thomas honored as high school football offensive player of the year
William Floyd High School junior Ja’Quan Thomas has been recognized as the "High School Football Offensive Player of the Year" by the New York Jets and Gatorade.
William Floyd Middle School aids African school with new water well
William Floyd Middle School (WFMS) has been recognized for its successful fundraising campaign to build a clean water well in Africa.
Moriches Elementary hosts annual holiday rock concert with festive performances
Moriches Elementary School recently held its annual Holiday Rock Concert, an event that has become a cherished tradition.
Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending Dec. 14
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. 14.
Brookhaven Lab reveals top scientific breakthroughs of 2024
The Brookhaven National Laboratory, operated by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), has announced its top 10 scientific discoveries for 2024.
Stony Brook University shares 2024 highlights through photography
This year marked another memorable period for Stony Brook University, with its most unforgettable moments captured in a collection of photos from 2024.
Radu Laza joins prestigious list as AMS fellow for contributions to mathematics
Radu Laza, a professor in the Department of Mathematics, has been elected to the 2025 class of Fellows of the American Mathematical Society (AMS).
Wheatley Heights man pleads guilty to robbery after Facebook Marketplace scam
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that Jordan Behling, a 23-year-old resident of Wheatley Heights, has pleaded guilty to first-degree robbery and other related charges.
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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.