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Jul 9, 2025

Brooklyn man sues USPS and USPIS to seek records tied to homicide investigation

In a gripping legal drama unfolding in Brooklyn's Eastern District Court, John Derounian accuses two federal agencies—USPS and USPIS—of unlawfully withholding critical investigative records tied to his alleged involvement in a homicide case...

Jul 9, 2025

Lawsuit claims pharmaceutical company Teva colluded to maintain monopoly on branded drugs

A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Teva Pharmaceuticals Industries, Ltd., along with its subsidiaries and Cephalon, Inc., alleging the companies engaged in an illegal scheme to delay the entry of generic drugs into the market.

Jul 9, 2025

Transgender woman sues New York court system for discrimination and retaliation

A pro se plaintiff has taken legal action against the New York State Unified Court System citing severe discrimination based on gender identity and disability status.

Jul 8, 2025

Franchisees sue HK Heycha over alleged fraud and franchise law violations

Cup of Tea Flushing, LLC, and associated plaintiffs have filed a lawsuit against HK Heycha Limited, alleging fraudulent business practices and seeking significant damages.

Jul 8, 2025

New York art dealer accused of fraud and deceptive trade practices

A New York art dealer her been accused of breach of contract and deceptive trade practices. Plaintiff Ann Fitzpatrick has filed a complaint against Mark Borghi, alleging that he failed to remit full payment for a Joan Mitchell painting sold under a consignment agreement.

Jul 8, 2025

Whistleblower accuses ConnectOne Bank of retaliatory termination following complaints of misconduct

A former executive employee has filed a lawsuit against ConnectOne Bank, alleging that he was terminated after he reported alleged misconduct within the company.

Jul 8, 2025

Queens man alleges racial discrimination in NYPD arrest

A professional tax preparer from Queens is suing the New York City Police Department, alleging false arrest and malicious prosecution.

Jul 8, 2025

Brookhaven launches mindfulness workshop for youth substance abuse prevention

Supervisor Daniel J. Panico has announced a new initiative aimed at preventing substance abuse among the youth of Brookhaven.

Jul 7, 2025

Paving projects completed in Lake Ronkonkoma and Patchogue

Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Neil Foley have announced the completion of paving projects in Lake Ronkonkoma and Patchogue, New York.

Jul 7, 2025

Queens man sues NYPD for alleged wrongful arrest and civil rights violations

A Queens man has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and the New York City Police Department, alleging that he was arrested without probable cause.

Jul 7, 2025

Traveler sues U.S. government over electronic device seizure at JFK

A Texas resident is suing the United States government after ICE agents allegedly seized his cell phone and laptop at JFK Airport without due process or explanation last year.

Jul 7, 2025

Brooklyn woman sues NYPD and city over alleged false arrest and prosecution

A Brooklyn native has filed a lawsuit against the city of New York and police officers, alleging charges of false arrest, malicious prosecution, and constitutional violations.

Jul 7, 2025

Brooklyn man sues former attorney alleging malpractice in decade-long legal dispute

A Brooklyn native has filed a lawsuit against his former attorney, alleging misconduct spanning more than a decade.

Jul 6, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending June 28

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 28.

Jul 6, 2025

Greenport restaurant owner sues village and mayor over forced closure

The owners of a Mediterranean restaurant in Greenport allege that their restaurant was unjustly targeted and forcibly closed by the Village of Greenport under orders from Mayor Kevin Steussi.

Jul 4, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest premium gas during week ending June 28

1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jul 4, 2025

Former employee sues Airvet over alleged discrimination and retaliation

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Airvet, Inc., alleging gender and religious discrimination and retaliation that led to her termination.

Jul 4, 2025

New York residents sue city over alleged wrongful arrest

A group of New York residents has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York, alleging that they were wrongfully arrested and subjected to an unlawful search in violation of their constitutional rights.

Jul 4, 2025

GEICO files fraud lawsuit against Navar Pharmacy and owner

Government Employees Insurance Company (GEICO) and its affiliates have filed a lawsuit against New York pharmacy Emuna, Inc., doing business as Navar Pharmacy, and its owner, Javid Bamshad, alleging a scheme to defraud the insurer of millions of dollars.

Jul 4, 2025

BowFlex dumbbells subject of class action over alleged safety issues

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Johnson Health Tech Trading, Inc. and Johnson Health Tech Retail, Inc., alleging that certain adjustable dumbbells sold under the BowFlex brand are defective and that the defendants’ recall efforts have been insufficient.

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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

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."


Local

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.