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May 30, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending May 24

1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending May 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

May 30, 2025

Plaintiffs Allege Unconstitutional Tax Practices Against Nassau County Over Frozen Assessments

The Town Supervisor for Babylon along with other local figures has initiated a lawsuit against Nassau County and several New York State entities over alleged unconstitutional tax practices resulting from frozen property assessments.

May 30, 2025

Brookhaven opens first smart home for special needs individuals

Brookhaven Town officials, alongside Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc. (FREE), celebrated the opening of Long Island's first smart home for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities on May 27.

May 30, 2025

Debt collection agency and banks accused of deceptive practices in federal lawsuit

A federal lawsuit accuses a debt collection agency and several financial institutions of using deceptive practices to intimidate consumers.

May 30, 2025

Liberty Mutual files RICO lawsuit over $364K in fraudulent claims

A group of insurance companies has filed a lawsuit against multiple pharmacies and individuals, alleging a scheme involving fraudulent claims for medically unnecessary prescriptions.

May 30, 2025

New York man sues Nassau County for false arrest and malicious prosecution

A New York resident has filed a civil rights lawsuit against a detective and Nassau County, alleging false arrest and malicious prosecution stemming from events in late 2023.

May 30, 2025

William Floyd students participate in seal rehabilitation project

Students from William Floyd Middle School's Animal Science Club have successfully completed a project to rehabilitate and release a rescued harbor seal named "Floyd."

May 30, 2025

Third-grade penpals meet face-to-face after months of correspondence

For the second time in the school year, students from Mrs. Dobbeck's third-grade class at Moriches Elementary School met with their penpals from Mrs. McNamara's third-grade class at John S. Hobart Elementary School.

May 30, 2025

Brookhaven Town hosts successful annual health fair with numerous vendors

Farmingville, NY - On Saturday, May 17, the Town of Brookhaven's Department of General Services hosted its Fifth Annual Health and Wellness Fair.

May 30, 2025

William Floyd High School celebrates Class of 2025 academic awards

William Floyd High School recently held its annual Academic Awards Night to honor the achievements of the Class of 2025.

May 29, 2025

Cheapest midgrade gas found in Suffolk County during week ending May 24

2 gas stations had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending May 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

May 29, 2025

Lawsuit accuses The Federal Savings Bank of misleading VA loan practices

A couple has filed a lawsuit against a mortgage lender, alleging fraudulent practices that led to financial harm.

May 29, 2025

Tribal member sues U.S. over alleged breach of trust protections

A tribal member has filed a lawsuit against the United States government, alleging a failure to uphold fiduciary duties under the Federal Trust Doctrine.

May 29, 2025

Freeport accused of unlawful vehicle seizure and towing scheme

The Village of Freeport, New York, is facing allegations of operating a warrantless vehicle seizure and kickbacks scheme.

May 29, 2025

Papaya Media claims unauthorized use of marketing system by Haven Health

Papaya Media Corp., a digital marketing company based in New York, has filed a lawsuit against Florida-based Haven Health Management LLC for allegedly misappropriating trade secrets related to their proprietary marketing methods.

May 29, 2025

WFHS senior receives prestigious American Chemical Society award

William Floyd High School senior Alice Chen has been recognized by the American Chemical Society (ACS) for her academic achievements in high school chemistry.

May 29, 2025

Stony Brook University Hospital earns top national ranking for environmental excellence

Stony Brook University Hospital has been recognized as one of the Top 25 Hospitals in the United States for its commitment to environmental excellence.

May 29, 2025

Jazz Loft series features Grammy winner Dan Pugach at Southampton

Grammy Award winner Dan Pugach and singer Allison Rumley are set to headline the second concert in The Jazz Loft @ Southampton Concert Series on May 29 at 7 pm.

May 29, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest regular gas during week ending May 24

2 gas stations had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending May 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

May 28, 2025

Local Leaders and Community Groups Join Forces to Clean Up Miller Place beachfront

Town of Brookhaven Councilwoman Jane Bonner participated in the Great Brookhaven Cleanup alongside the Coastal Steward.

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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

Twisted Cycles’ motorcycle audio showdown returns to Long Island: ‘It’s not all about volume’

Twisted Cycles’ annual motorcycle audio competition is returning Sunday, June 29, with a larger venue and hopes of drawing a bigger crowd to Scott’s Pointe in Calverton.


Brooklyn man sues NYPD over injuries from alleged police vehicle collision

A Brooklyn man has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and several NYPD officers, alleging excessive force, defamation, and civil rights violations.