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Mar 17, 2025

William Floyd Middle School prepares for annual showcase night

The William Floyd Middle School community is set to gather for its annual "Showcase Night" on Thursday, March 20, from 6 pm to 8 pm.

Mar 17, 2025

Wrongfully convicted man sues NYC and NYPD claiming false arrest and planted evidence

A former Brooklyn resident has taken legal action against the City of New York and its police department claiming that he was arrested under false pretenses.

Mar 17, 2025

GEICO sues R Family pharmacy for alleged $2M no-fault insurance fraud scheme

A major insurance company has launched a lawsuit against a Brooklyn pharmacy accused of exploiting New York's No-Fault insurance system through fraudulent pharmaceutical billing practices exceeding $2 million.

Mar 17, 2025

Brookhaven invites residents to join annual clean-up event on May 17

Residents of Brookhaven are being encouraged to register for the 17th Annual Great Brookhaven Clean Up, as announced by Town Supervisor Dan Panico.

Mar 16, 2025

Thomas Buffa honored as Suffolk County Commissioner of the Year

Commissioner and former Chief Thomas Buffa has been recognized as the 2024 Commissioner of the Year by the Suffolk County Fire District Officers Association.

Mar 16, 2025

New York bar accused of illegally broadcasting UFC pay-per-view event

Joe Hand Promotions has filed a lawsuit against Pourital Ltd., alleging unauthorized broadcasting of a UFC event at their New York bar without proper licensing.

Mar 16, 2025

Former employee sues Capital One, alleging wrongful termination after seeking pregnancy accommodations

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Capital One N.A., a subsidiary of Capital One Financial Corporation, accusing the company of unlawfully terminating her employment following her request for medical accommodations during a high-risk twin pregnancy.

Mar 15, 2025

Stony Brook University launches new lecture series on clean energy transition

Stony Brook University has initiated a new lecture series, "Navigating the Clean Energy Transition," with a breakfast reception held on March 6 at the Center of Excellence in Wireless and Information Technology.

Mar 15, 2025

Stony Brook University updates course retake policy after student advocacy

For several years, undergraduate students at Stony Brook University have voiced dissatisfaction with the institution's course retake policy.

Mar 15, 2025

College announces spring lecture series featuring experts from Harvard and Missouri universities

The College of Arts and Sciences has announced the Spring 2025 Sir Run Run Shaw Lecture Series.

Mar 15, 2025

Neuroscientist Anthony Zador to deliver lecture on AI and neuroscience at Stony Brook

Neuroscientist Anthony Zador, MD, PhD, is set to deliver the 27th annual Swartz Foundation Mind Brain Lecture on March 31 at 4 pm.

Mar 15, 2025

Stony Brook's Wolfie enters SUNY Mascot Madness aiming for third title

The Stony Brook University community is gearing up for the annual SUNY Mascot Madness tournament, where they will rally behind their mascot, Wolfie.

Mar 15, 2025

Stony Brook University holds employee appreciation day celebrating staff contributions

Stony Brook University recently held an Employee Appreciation Day at the Charles B. Wang Center on March 7, where over 800 staff members gathered for a morning of gratitude and engagement.

Mar 14, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest midgrade gas during week ending Mar. 8

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 3 gas stations had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Mar. 8.

Mar 14, 2025

Newsday sues Nassau County over alleged First Amendment violations and retaliation

Newsday LLC has filed a federal lawsuit accusing Nassau County, its legislature, and county executive Bruce Blakeman of unconstitutional retaliation, igniting a battle over press freedom.

Mar 14, 2025

Brookhaven Town Clerk brings mobile office tour to local libraries

On March 13, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle visited the Bayport-Blue Point Public Library as part of his 2025 Mobile Office tour.

Mar 14, 2025

NYC sued for civil rights violations after alleged assault by HRA officers

Two New York residents have filed a lawsuit against the City of New York, Officer Smith, Robert Morales, and unidentified individuals referred to as John Doe and Jane Doe, alleging serious misconduct and violations of their civil rights.

Mar 14, 2025

William Floyd Counseling Center hosts annual college fair & career expo

The William Floyd Counseling Center is set to host its annual "College Fair & Career Expo" on Thursday, April 3.

Mar 14, 2025

William Floyd High School partners with Carpentry Academy for student collaboration

The William Floyd High School "School to Work" class, led by Carmella Currao, recently joined forces with the Home Design & Carpentry Academy for a collaborative project.

Mar 14, 2025

William Floyd High School Theater Arts presents 'Guys and Dolls' this March

William Floyd High School Theater Arts is set to stage its spring musical production, "Guys and Dolls," for three performances at the end of March.

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Education

Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk

Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.


Local

Three Cheers for the Musketeers! “America 250” Celebrated in Bay Shore Reenactment Prelude

In conjunction with the County’s upcoming 250th Anniversary Commemorative Planning Committee, Romaine and company—which included reenactors tabbed to play former heads of state such as George Washington and Thomas Jefferson—provocatively promised a celebration “like you’ve never seen” come Fourth of July 2026.


Local

Purple Heart Day Honors Wounded Warriors—and Its Origins on Long Island

Who knew: the first Purple Heart decoration was made by Gen. Washington here in Suffolk.