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Brookhaven Lab announces 2023 Pinnacle Award winners
In 2023, Brookhaven National Laboratory honored 20 staff members with its highest accolades: the Pinnacle Science & Technology, Engineering, Brookhaven, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and for the first time, the Distinguished Administrator Awards.
School hosts talk on 'wokeness' with Musa al-Gharbi
On Tuesday, October 8, the School of Communication and Journalism (SoCJ) will host a conversation titled “We were promised social justice. We got symbolic gestures. Why ‘wokeness’ can’t deliver the goods,” featuring Musa al-Gharbi, assistant professor of communication and journalism.
Firefighters respond to early morning blaze on Sandalwood Drive in Smithtown
Smithtown volunteer firefighters responded to a structure fire at 31 Sandalwood Drive early on September 27, 2024.
Stony Brook University hosts annual Supplier Diversity Fair
Stony Brook University’s Office of Procurement hosted its annual Supplier Diversity Fair on September 25. The event saw participation from about 30 exhibitors and over 200 faculty and staff members.
Elementary students celebrate creativity on International Dot Day
Students in Ms. Strull’s class displayed their dots created on International Dot Day. Second-grade students in Ms. Strull, Mrs. Mocera, and Ms. Verderosa’s classes at William Floyd Elementary School recently celebrated "International Dot Day." They created their own dots using positive and negative space in the school STEM lab with Mrs. Baumiller.
Science & Technology Awards honor five researchers at Brookhaven National Laboratory
The Science & Technology Awards were presented to recognize distinguished contributions to the Laboratory's science and technology objectives. The 2023 recipients are as follows:
Argov on Huntington's first Pink in Park event: 'We know breast cancer has touched so many lives'
For the first time, the Town of Huntington will be sponsoring Pink in the Park to inspire support for breast cancer survivors and a healthy lifestyle for all.
Sustainable computing focus at annual ModSim workshop
The Workshop on Modeling & Simulation of Systems and Applications (ModSim) marked its 13th year in 2024, convening the ModSim research community at the University of Washington’s Center for Urban Horticulture in Seattle. The event spanned nearly three days, focusing on a new theme: ModSim for Sustainable Computing.
Brookhaven Lab announces 2023 DEI award recipients
The Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Staff Awards recognize key contributors who demonstrate leadership qualities that exemplify the ideals of inclusion, diversity, and equity into practical action. The 2023 recipients were:
William Floyd Board honors golf tournament organizers for raising over $625K in scholarships
The William Floyd Board of Education recently recognized members of Century 21 Cor-Ace Realty for their role in organizing the annual William Floyd Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament. Since its inception, the tournament has raised and donated over $625,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors from William Floyd.
Former employee alleges discrimination against Oceanside School District under ADA
A former employee has sued Oceanside School District alleging discrimination based on multiple disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The plaintiff seeks various forms of relief including compensatory damages and attorney fees.
Brookhaven National Laboratory honors three distinguished administrators
The Distinguished Administrator Awards recognize key contributors in the Administrative Support path whose performance and achievements represent outstanding service to the Laboratory. The 2023 recipients are Mary Campbell, Linda Hanlon, and Donna Pfeiffer.
Insurance giant accuses local pharmacy chain of multi-million dollar fraud scheme
A major insurance company has filed a lawsuit against a local pharmacy chain alleging a large-scale fraud scheme exploiting New York's No-fault Law. Filed on September 16th in federal court by Allstate Insurance Company, the suit accuses Best Care Pharmacy and its principal Maksym Fedotov of submitting hundreds of false insurance claims for medically unnecessary pharmaceuticals.
Queens man sues NYPD officers over wrongful arrest following traffic stop
Joseph Samuel has filed a lawsuit against NYC and two NYPD officers alleging civil rights violations after being wrongfully arrested during a traffic stop in Queens last year. The suit details false evidence leading to his arrest and subsequent prosecution before charges were dismissed.
Brookhaven National Laboratory announces 2023 award recipients
The Brookhaven National Laboratory has announced the recipients of the 2023 Brookhaven Awards, recognizing key contributors in support functions for their outstanding service to the Laboratory.
Former employee alleges sexual harassment by supervisor at Dental Clinic
Ashley Roncancio has filed a lawsuit against National Dental PLLC and supervisor Hamzah Nasim alleging sexual harassment and retaliatory termination after rejecting unwanted advances. The case includes claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and other state laws.
Laboratory announces recipients of 2023 Engineering Awards
The Engineering Awards recognize distinguished contributions to the Laboratory's engineering and computing objectives. The 2023 recipients were announced on September 27, 2024.
PAWS Act Raises Fines for Hit-n-Runs Involving Pets
State Sen. Andrew Gounardes (D-Brooklyn) and Assemblyman Tony Simone (D-Manhattan) introduced the PAWS Act Protecting Animals Walking on the Street Act. The Act, if passed, will substantially raise the fines for hit-n-runs involving a pet or companion animal.
October Surprise Rocks Flood Campaign
An October Surprise came a little early for Assemblyman Ed Flood's reelection bid when a state Appellate Court panel disbarred him from practicing law. The decision was announced through the New York Times, the media outlet that dropped the bomb on former Rep. George Santos, leading to his ouster from Congress and eventual guilty pleas to criminal charges.
Tennis For Awareness Is A Huge Success
The event was a tremendous success, raising $940 for the Good Samaritan Hospital Breast Health Center. Teams registered with a $40 entry fee, with all proceeds going directly to breast cancer research. Winners and finalists earned the opportunity to attend the end-of-season Section XI tennis dinner for free.
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Blizzard Buries Suffolk, Wind Nears Hurricane Force
Another day, another snow storm for Long Island.