New York State Department Of Corrections News

New York State Department Of Corrections News


Feb 20, 2025

BREAKING NEWS: NYS Correctional Officers on Strike Over Safety Concerns Amid Controversial HALT Act

This widespread protest is centered around the Humane Alternatives to Long-Term Solitary Confinement Act (HALT), a law passed in 2022 under disgraced former Governor Andrew Cuomo’s administration.

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'Firebird' director on Ballet Long Island show: 'We've been doing ballets constantly for 40 years'

Ballet Long Island will bring the Russian legend of The Firebird to the stage in Ronkonkoma with performances on April 9 and 12.


Sports

Heavy Police Presence at William Floyd Varsity Girls' Track Meet

As more and more attention has been thrust upon the William Floyd Girls’ Track Team, so has the caution within the William Floyd School District.


Local

Muslim Cemetery on Hold for East Moriches

Town hears it from residents, puts Muslim cemetery on hold pending further review.