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Stony Brook Medicine launches large-scale PTSD prevention program for first responders
Stony Brook Medicine is leading a new initiative aimed at preventing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among first responders.
Planet Pooch Mobile faces legal action for alleged telemarketing violations
A class action lawsuit accuses Planet Pooch Mobile, Inc. of violating the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) by sending unsolicited telemarketing messages to numbers listed on the National Do Not Call Registry.
Polyloom Corporation sues nonprofit over claims about artificial turf safety
Polyloom Corporation of America has taken legal action against a nonprofit organization and several individuals, accusing them of disseminating false information about the safety and environmental impact of artificial turf.
Stony Brook University wins fourth gold medal at international iGEM synthetic biology competition
Stony Brook University’s International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) team has earned a gold medal at the 2025 iGEM Competition, marking its fourth overall win and second consecutive year taking the top honor.
Stony Brook University wins gold at international synthetic biology competition
Stony Brook University’s International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) team has won a gold medal at the 2025 iGEM Competition in Paris, marking its second consecutive win and fourth overall gold since the university began participating in 2014.
Brookhaven School District opens student registration process for upcoming academic year
Online registration for returning students in the Brookhaven School District will begin on Monday, June 9.
William Floyd High School teacher presents nutritional curriculum at Culinary Institute of America
Amanda Huff, a science teacher at William Floyd High School, recently presented her nutritional science curriculum to an audience of more than 100 educators, administrators, and food service professionals at the Culinary Institute of America’s...
SUNY launches campaign focused on boosting student retention with evidence-based strategies
State University of New York (SUNY) Chancellor John B. King Jr. has announced new financial support and technical assistance aimed at improving student retention and completion rates through the Academic Momentum Campaign.
William Floyd football heads to Suffolk County Championship after semifinal win over Longwood
The William Floyd Colonials varsity football team secured a place in the Suffolk County Championship after defeating Longwood 41-7 in the Section XI playoff semifinals.
Stony Brook University hosts youth summit focused on diversity in healthcare careers
Hundreds of students from Long Island and New York City gathered at Stony Brook University’s Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM) on November 13 for the third annual Youth Summit.
Plaintiffs Accuse Nassau Community College Officials of Civil Rights Violations
Two students have filed a lawsuit against Nassau Community College alleging violations of their civil rights under federal law.
Plaintiff alleges insurer's failure to cover construction injury claim
Victor Suarez has filed a lawsuit against Peleus Insurance Company for failing to honor an insurance claim related to his severe injuries sustained at a construction site in Queens.
Cohen's Fashion Optical accused by former customer Efren Sanchez over massive data breach
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Cohen's Fashion Optical following a significant data breach compromising customer personal and health information.
Plaintiff accuses marketing firm Public Label LLC of workplace harassment
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Public Label LLC over allegations of workplace harassment and negligence.
Father Alleges NYPD Officer's False Report Led to Unjust Child Removal
A father is suing an NYPD officer over false claims that led to his children's removal by CPS.
Plaintiff (insurance company) accuses Defendants (construction firms) of Negligence
A legal dispute has emerged as Cincinnati Insurance Company sues two construction firms over alleged negligence leading to substantial property damage during renovations at a New York property owned by Toni Haber.
Suffolk County resident sues police over alleged excessive force following high-speed chase
In a lawsuit filed in federal court, Arthur Lambert accuses unnamed officers from the Suffolk County Police Department of using excessive force after he ceased resisting arrest following a high-speed chase.
Cohen Fashion Optical faces liability lawsuit over alleged data breach
A lawsuit accuses prominent retail optical chain Cohen Fashion Optical of failing to protect sensitive customer data following a data breach.
Orthodox Jewish passengers allege racial and religious discrimination by JetBlue
A lawsuit has been filed against JetBlue Airways Corporation, accusing the airline of racial and religious discrimination. Plaintiffs Brucha Ungar, Miriam Lunger, and Abraham Lunger allege that they were subjected to discriminatory treatment due to their Jewish faith and race during a flight from California to New York.
Senator Murray and Assemblyman DeStefano tour Moriches Elementary School in William Floyd district
William Floyd School District officials hosted New York State Senator Dean Murray and Assemblyman Joseph DeStefano for a visit to Moriches Elementary School.
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The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.
Don't Expect Bregman to Pay Off
This week, one of the bigger names in the free agency cycle signed with the Chicago Cubs, and fantasy managers everywhere sighed. Usually, anyone heading to Wrigley Field is viewed as a positive, but for Alex Bregman, more information has emerged suggesting this move could spell trouble for his fantasy outlook. Bregman is a right-handed pull hitter who previously played in two of the more favorable home parks for that profile in Houston and Boston. Both parks feature short left-field dimensions that reward pulled fly balls and help inflate power numbers.
Futures Bettors Will Be Smiling
The College Football Championship is set, and it pits two of the more unlikely teams against each other. Indiana may have the largest living alumni base in the country, with more than 800,000 graduates, but few expected the Hoosiers to reach this stage. They feature zero five-star recruits and have instead relied on depth, discipline, and consistency while dominating all season long.