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Jan 15, 2025

Homeowners accuse cell tower developer and local government of violating zoning laws

A group of homeowners has filed a lawsuit against a cell tower developer and local government, alleging they conspired to bypass zoning laws to construct a cell tower near residential properties.

Jan 15, 2025

Lawsuit alleges Richmond University Medical Center failed to protect patient data in breach

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Richmond University Medical Center, raising concerns over data security and patient privacy. On January 3, 2025, Cory Scripps filed a complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, accusing the medical center of failing to protect sensitive personal and health information from a significant data breach.

Jan 15, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending Jan. 11

2 gas stations had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Jan. 11, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jan 15, 2025

From Runway to Resting Place: Cemetery Planned for Spadaro Airstrip

The 29-acre parcel on Montauk Highway in East Moriches has a site plan pending for a graveyard its developers, Long Island Community Cemetery, promises to be environmentally friendly.

Jan 15, 2025

Reporter Remembers Days in Scouting

Camp Yawgoog in Rhode Island is a summer haven for scouts, especially those at a recent Troop 414 Honor Court who went there to have fun and earn some of the Merit Badges needed to achieve the top rank of Eagle.

Jan 15, 2025

Hero Pulling Through: Suffolk Cop Hurt in LIE Crash Now in ‘Fair Condition’

“We are happy to report that Suffolk County Police Officer Brendon Gallagher, who was critically injured in a motor vehicle crash on January 5, has been upgraded to fair condition and remains at Stony Brook University Hospital,” the department released in a statement.

Jan 15, 2025

William Paca Middle School to perform 'The Wizard of Oz' Youth Edition

William Paca Middle School will present "The Wizard of Oz" Youth Edition on January 24 and 25.

Jan 15, 2025

WFHS senior Jawuan Smith reaches basketball milestone with 1,000 career points

William Floyd High School senior Jawuan Smith reached a significant milestone in his basketball career by scoring 1,000 points.

Jan 15, 2025

School to Work program launches new mobile reward cart at William Floyd High School

William Floyd High School's "School to Work" program has introduced a new Mobile Reward Cart after two years of development.

Jan 15, 2025

Stony Brook cheer and dance teams head to national championships

The Stony Brook University cheerleading and dance teams, along with their mascot Wolfie, are set to participate in the 2025 UCA/UDA College Cheerleading and Dance Team Championships.

Jan 15, 2025

Study links multiple COVID infections to increased long COVID risk

A recent study published in The Lancet has revealed significant findings about Long Covid, also known as post-acute sequelae of Covid-19 (PASC).

Jan 15, 2025

Brookhaven Supervisor to host battery energy storage system forum

Farmingville, NY - On January 21, Town of Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico will host a forum to discuss Battery Energy Storage Systems and their impact on the community.

Jan 15, 2025

Stony Brook expands Judi Brown Clarke's role to chief health equity officer

Executive Vice President for Stony Brook Medicine, William A. Wertheim, MD, has announced an expansion of Judi Brown Clarke's role to include responsibilities that integrate health equity principles into research, policy, and practice.

Jan 15, 2025

Stony Brook mentors guide students to success in national science competition

Eight high school students who collaborated with faculty mentors from Stony Brook University have been recognized as part of the top 300 scholars in the 2025 Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS).

Jan 15, 2025

Wang Center announces spring lineup celebrating Asian art and culture

The Charles B. Wang Center is set to present a series of exhibitions, workshops, and events this spring, focusing on Asian art, culture, and community.

Jan 15, 2025

Centenarian celebrated by local officials for lifelong contributions

Supervisor Dan Panico and Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined Josie Romano at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center in Mount Sinai to mark her 100th birthday.

Jan 15, 2025

Small nuclei collisions may create tiny drops of quark-gluon plasma

A recent analysis of data from the PHENIX experiment at the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider (RHIC) at Brookhaven National Laboratory has revealed new evidence suggesting that collisions involving small nuclei with larger ones might produce tiny...

Jan 15, 2025

William Floyd student wins second place in Brookhaven recycling poster contest

William Floyd Learning Center student Jeremy Pelaez has been recognized for his artistic contribution in the Brookhaven Town recycling poster contest.

Jan 15, 2025

Bellport parks receive significant upgrades from Town of Brookhaven

Farmingville, NY - On January 16, Supervisor Dan Panico and Councilman Michael Loguercio visited Martha Avenue Park/Tony Gazzola Park in Bellport to discuss recent upgrades completed by the Town of Brookhaven Parks and Recreation Department.

Jan 14, 2025

South Shore Press Newscast: Talking SALT with George Santos

There could be big changes to your tax bill with Donald Trump as Commander in Chief.

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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

St. John the Baptist’s Blessing Box in Center Moriches Celebrates Four Years of Giving

The Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist on Railroad Ave. in Center Moriches is celebrating four years of having a Blessing Box serving the community.


Local

Say hello to the new “Welcome to Center Moriches” sign

A beautifully crafted “Welcome to Center Moriches” sign now adorns Main Street, proudly positioned in front of the historic Havens House at the East Moriches border.