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Mar 12, 2025

Former employee accuses hospitality companies of violating pregnancy discrimination laws

A woman has filed a lawsuit against former employers, New Castle Hotels, LLC and Riverhead East End Hotel Management LLC. Plaintiff Elexa Page accuses these entities of sex and pregnancy discrimination, citing violations under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the New York State Human Rights Law.

Mar 12, 2025

Texas woman sues Brooklyn deli owner over dangerous sidewalk vault incident

An elderly woman from Texas has filed a lawsuit against a Brooklyn deli owner after suffering severe injuries from falling into an unmarked open sidewalk vault outside the store on a rainy night last November.

Mar 12, 2025

William Floyd students recognized at NYSBDA All-State Honor Band Festival

Thirteen students from William Floyd High School, William Floyd Middle School, and William Paca Middle School were recognized as members of the New York State Band Directors Association (NYSBDA) All-State Honor Band Festival.

Mar 12, 2025

Stony Brook honors employees with over two decades of service

Stony Brook University recently honored its employees who have served for 25 years or more with a Service Recognition Luncheon.

Mar 11, 2025

Three New York logistics companies accused of fraudulent shipment scheme

CJC Distributors LLC has filed a lawsuit against three logistics companies alleging breach of contract and fraud after their goods were misdelivered from Nevada to California instead of New York.

Mar 11, 2025

Patchogue-Medford School District accused of negligence over bullying incidents

A family has filed a lawsuit against the Patchogue-Medford School District, South Ocean-Middle School, and three school officials accusing the school district of failing to protect their children from relentless bullying.

Mar 10, 2025

Wildfire containment efforts underway as investigation continues into Pine Barrens blaze

Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico and Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine were present during the efforts to combat the Westhampton Wildfires over the weekend.

Mar 10, 2025

William Floyd High School students create leprechaun traps for St. Patrick’s Day

Students from William Floyd High School's Freshman Class Council teamed up with the Peer-Assisted Learning Strategies (PALS) club for a St. Patrick’s Day-themed arts and crafts activity.

Mar 9, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest premium gas across Suffolk County in week ending Mar. 1

2 gas stations had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Mar. 1, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Mar 7, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest diesel across Suffolk County in week ending Mar. 1

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 Mar. 1.

Mar 7, 2025

Brookhaven announces results of successful 2025 winter coat drive

The Town of Brookhaven has announced the results of its 2025 Winter Coat Drive, organized by the Brookhaven Town Youth Bureau's INTERFACE Program.

Mar 7, 2025

Brookhaven announces sponsorships for 2025 recycling events

Brookhaven Town Supervisor Daniel J. Panico, alongside members of the Town Council, received a $20,000 donation from four sponsors for the 2025 Spring and Fall Recycling Events.

Mar 7, 2025

Brookhaven announces annual health fair with JVC Broadcasting sponsorship

Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico has announced that the 5th Annual Health and Wellness Fair will take place on May 17.

Mar 7, 2025

Fifth graders honor loved ones with heartfelt tributes at Tangier Smith Elementary

Fifth-grade students at Tangier Smith Elementary School recently participated in a special event to honor their loved ones.

Mar 7, 2025

Holtsville Ecology Site announces spring gardening classes for all ages

Spring gardening classes are set to begin at the Holtsville Ecology Site & Animal Preserve in Farmingville, NY.

Mar 7, 2025

High school medical club explores health professions at Stony Brook University

William Floyd High School Medical Club students recently visited the School of Health Professions at Stony Brook University.

Mar 7, 2025

Dental school hosts retreat with Alda Center focus on healthcare communication

The School of Dental Medicine (SDM) recently held its semi-annual Faculty Development Retreat, featuring a session with the Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science at Stony Brook University.

Mar 7, 2025

Stony Brook's School establishes two new departments focused on communication

The School of Communication and Journalism (SoCJ) at Stony Brook University has announced the establishment of two new departments: the Department of Communication and the Department of Journalism.

Mar 7, 2025

Stony Brook hosts symposium on teaching pedagogy

The Stony Brook Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) is set to hold its annual symposium on April 11.

Mar 7, 2025

Stony Brook's president-elect Andrea Goldsmith shares vision during first campus visit

Andrea Goldsmith, the president-elect of Stony Brook University, made her first campus visit on March 3.

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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.


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Warrant Executed in Bay Shore – 25 Dogs Rescued

Suffolk County SPCA and police rescued 25 dogs from a Bay Shore home in “unsanitary and inhumane conditions."


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LI Legend Billy Joel’s Past Loves and Languish Tackled in Sprawling New Doc

Directors Susan Lacy and Jessica Levin cut together “Billy Joel: And So It Goes” in express collaboration with the titular man of the hour, nay, 5 hours’ worth of said enlightening BTS entertainment—and then some.