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May 4, 2025

Police Searching for Driver Who Killed E-Bicyclist and Took Off

Aryan Saini, 20, of Central Islip, has been identified as the e-bike rider who was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Hauppauge Road in Commack

May 4, 2025

DeStefano Denounces Passage of Medical Aid in Dying Bill: “This Is a Grave Mistake”

Medical aid in dying bill is a “grave mistake” according to this legislator.

May 5, 2025

The Ducks Welcome Special Singers

This weekend the Long Island Ducks had a group of special guests on the field when the Albert G. Prodell Middle School chorus performed the National Anthem before the game.

May 5, 2025

It's a Breeze to get to 300

Brianna Henke has hit a milestone and has done so in impressive fashion.

May 5, 2025

Fantasy Baseball - The Braves are Back?

The Atlanta Braves season seems to be spiraling downward and Braves fans are getting nervous, but they keep pointing to hope on the horizon.

May 5, 2025

Target faces lawsuit over artificial preservative in “all-natural” pasta sauce

A consumer has filed a class action lawsuit against the Target Corporation, alleging that the retail giant misled consumers by labeling its Good & Gather pasta sauces as containing "No Artificial Colors, Flavors or Preservatives," despite the presence of citric acid, an artificial preservative.

May 5, 2025

GEICO sues New York pharmacies and individuals over alleged $2.5 million insurance fraud

Major insurance company GEICO has filed a lawsuit against several entities and individuals for allegedly orchestrating a large-scale insurance fraud scheme.

May 5, 2025

Man sues Long Island dealership and finance firm over alleged auto loan fraud

A Long Island man has accused a local car dealership and a finance company of deceptive practices in what he claims was a fraudulent automobile purchase.

May 5, 2025

Former Petco employee sues over disability discrimination and wrongful termination

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against major pet supply company Petco Health and Wellness Company, Inc., and Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc., accusing them of violating her rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and various New York state laws.

May 5, 2025

William Floyd High School hosts annual coffee house and art auction

The William Floyd High School Literary Magazine and Art Honor Society are organizing their annual Coffee House & Art Auction.

May 5, 2025

Stony Brook University celebrates academic innovators at annual NAI-SBU Chapter meeting

The Charles B. Wang Center at Stony Brook University hosted the annual meeting of the Stony Brook University Chapter of The National Academy of Inventors (NAI-SBU Chapter) on May 6.

May 5, 2025

Visiting artist Carolyn Lazard explores themes of care and ableism at Stony Brook University

Over a week in April, faculty and doctoral students at Stony Brook University engaged with visiting artist Carolyn Lazard, whose work addresses themes of care, ableism, and dependency.

May 5, 2025

Stony Brook Hospitals achieve top safety grade from Leapfrog Group

Stony Brook University Hospital and Stony Brook Southampton Hospital have each earned an "A" Hospital Safety Grade for Spring 2025 from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety.

May 5, 2025

Study receives $2.76 million grant to investigate diabetic kidney disease mechanisms

Preserving kidney health in diabetes patients remains a significant challenge due to complications that arise over time.

May 5, 2025

Stony Brook students engage in community service to tackle food insecurity and support hospitals

May is National Volunteer Month, and students at Stony Brook University are actively participating in various community service projects.

May 5, 2025

Jazz Loft concert series begins at Stony Brook Southampton with 'Jazz as Democracy

The Avram Theater at Stony Brook Southampton began its concert series, The Jazz Loft @ Southampton, with a performance titled "Jazz As Democracy" on April 24.

May 5, 2025

Stony Brook researcher gains access to rare lunar samples from China's Chang’e-5 mission

Timothy Glotch, a planetary scientist at Stony Brook University, is leading one of only two United States research teams granted access to lunar samples from China's Chang’e-5 mission.

May 5, 2025

William Floyd High School art students showcase talent at county exhibition

Four students from William Floyd High School were recognized for their artistic talents at the Suffolk County Art Leaders Association (SCALA) All-County and Senior Scholarship Show.

May 5, 2025

Stony Brook students create eco-friendly fashion during Earthstock 2025

Stony Brook University students engaged in a unique project as part of Earthstock 2025, focusing on the intersection of environmental art, activism, and fashion.

May 5, 2025

Stony Brook civil engineering students excel at metropolitan symposium

The American Society of Civil Engineers: Stony Brook Chapter (ASCE-SBU) took part in the 2025 ASCE Metropolitan Student Symposium from April 25 to 27 at the New Jersey Institute of Technology.

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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.


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.


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.