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Stony Brook receives historic documents detailing Fire Island preservation effort
Stony Brook University has been entrusted with a significant collection of documents detailing the grassroots campaign that led to the establishment of the Fire Island National Seashore (FINS). This donation, made by the Barbash family, highlights efforts to halt Robert Moses' plan for a highway on Fire Island in the 1960s. Maurice Barbash and Irving Like were key figures in organizing the Citizen’s Committee for a Fire Island National Seashore, which played a crucial role in this environmental victory.
District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announces hiring of twenty assistant district attorneys for 2024
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the appointment of 20 new Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs). This class of ADAs will first undergo an intensive multi-week training program taught by members of the Appeals and Training Bureau before they begin their tenure in Suffolk County First District Court, where they will prosecute misdemeanor crimes, gaining investigative and trial experience.
Korean Institute honors professor Taejin Kim with James M. Lee Memorial Award
The United States Chapter of the Korean Institute of Chemical Engineers (KIChE) has selected Stony Brook University Professor Taejin Kim as the recipient of the 2024 James M. Lee Memorial Award. Professor Kim, a member of the Department of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering at the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, will be honored for his exceptional leadership and contributions to chemical engineering.
Suffolk County Community College completes innovative summer camps on wind energy
Suffolk County Community College has announced the successful completion of its recent Summer High School Offshore Wind Turbines course, aimed at introducing high school students to the growing field of wind energy. The college conducted two separate summer sessions, providing a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience.
Three WFHS students named among top 100 football players by Newsday
Three student-athletes from William Floyd High School have been named among Newsday's top 100 football players for the upcoming fall season. Seniors Geo Alvarez, Derek Amato, and Aaron Fisher are recognized for their outstanding performances and are expected to make significant contributions in their final high school season.
Consumer Sues Pixi, Inc. Cosmetics for Deceptive Claims Regarding Collagen
A recent class action lawsuit has been filed against a prominent cosmetics company, alleging deceptive marketing practices regarding its "Collagen" product line. The complaint, filed by Brian Kelly in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York on August 12, 2024, accuses Pixi, Inc. of misleading consumers by falsely advertising that their products contain collagen.
Uniondale Union Free School District Accused of Racial Discrimination
A middle school student's mother has filed a lawsuit against a school district, alleging racial discrimination and harassment by a teacher. The complaint was filed by Krystal Moses on behalf of her daughter J.M., in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York on August 26, 2024, naming the Uniondale Union Free School District and several individuals as defendants.
Scouting Stonehll Before The Seawolves Home Opener
The Stony Brook Seawolves have their home opener this weekend against the Stonehill Skyhawks.
Consumer sues Pixi, Inc. cosmetics for deceptive claims regarding collagen
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Pixi Inc., accusing it of falsely advertising its cosmetic products as containing collagen when they actually do not. Plaintiff Brian Kelly seeks compensatory damages among other forms of relief for himself and similarly affected consumers.
Uniondale Union Free School District accused of racial discrimination
A middle school student has filed a lawsuit against a New York school district alleging racial discrimination and harassment by a teacher during the last academic year. The complaint details multiple instances of derogatory remarks and unfair treatment based on race, prompting legal action seeking compensatory and punitive damages.
Brentwood Man Indicted for Fleeing Fatal Crash Involving Motorcyclist
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced today that Manuel Gomez, 46, of Brentwood, has been indicted for Leaving the Scene of an Incident Without Reporting and other related charges. Gomez is accused of operating a motor vehicle while his driving privileges in New York State were suspended and subsequently leaving the scene of a crash that resulted in the death of Andres Eloy Khammach La Cruz, 31, also from Brentwood.
Visually-Impaired Plaintiff Sues Hospitality Company Over Website Accessibility Issues
A visually-impaired man has filed a class-action lawsuit against a prominent hospitality company, alleging that its website is inaccessible to blind and visually-impaired users. Victor Andrews filed the complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York on August 16, 2024, against Grupo Gitano, LLC.
Brookhaven National Lab Announces Winners of 2024 Joanna Fowler Award
The Chemistry Division at the U.S. Department of Energy's Brookhaven National Laboratory and Brookhaven Women in Science (BWIS) have announced Paris Watson of Johns Hopkins University, Michele Myong of Brookhaven Lab, and Edelmy Marin Bernardez of Stony Brook University as the recipients of the 2024 Joanna Fowler Award in the Chemical and Biochemical Sciences. Each recipient will receive an award of $3,500, funded by BWIS and Brookhaven Lab's Chemistry Division, Energy & Photon Sciences Directorate, and Human Resources.
JPMorgan Chase Bank Sues Construction Company Over Misappropriated Real Estate Funds
In a compelling case of alleged financial misconduct, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. has filed a lawsuit against GDV Builders Corp., Rock the Gasper Equities, LLC, and Gasper D. Vitale. The complaint was lodged in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York on August 15, 2024.
Former Employee Alleges FedEx Fostered Hostile Work Environment Due to Gender and Sexual Orientation
In a striking case of alleged workplace discrimination, a former employee has taken legal action against a major multinational corporation. On August 13, 2024, Briana Gonzalez filed a complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York against Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), Carmine Alessandro, Trishal Persaud, and Timothy Johnson.
NYMRC Director Promises a 'Ton of Fun' at Annual Turtle (Bar) Crawl
"We have five breweries participating this year (Twin Fork, Long Ireland, Tradewinds, North Fork and übergeek)," said Maxine Montello, executive director of the New York Marine Rescue Center (NYMRC). "A purchased ticket covers a crawl T-shirt, discounts at each brewery, a chance to win prizes and a ton of fun."
Adaptive Tricycles Enhance Mobility Options in the William Floyd School District
On September 3, 2024, John S. Hobart Elementary School featured an event showcasing AmTrykes adaptive tricycles. Attendees included Ravi Seeram, assistant director of special education at William Floyd School District; Dr. Stacey Scalise, assistant superintendent for elementary instruction; Debbie Metz, president of AMBUCS LI and the Kyle Sports for Special Needs inclusion program; Kyle Meier, vice president of Kyle Sports for Special Needs; and James Westcott, principal of John S. Hobart Elementary School.
Biochemistry Major Hector Romero Garcia Recognized for Cancer Research Efforts
Hector Romero Garcia '26, the URECA researcher of the month for September, is a biochemistry major who joined Christopher Clarke's Lipid Cancer Laboratory this past summer as a participant in the SUNY SOAR summer program. The Clarke research lab at the Stony Brook Cancer Center investigates alterations in sphingolipid metabolism involved in cancer development, progression, and response to cancer therapies.
Ultramarathoner Wai Law Raises Over $20K With a Grueling 200-mile run
Wai Law achieved two significant milestones over the Labor Day weekend by running 200 miles in just under 55 hours and raising more than $20,000 for charity. Law, an accountant and ultramarathon runner from Bethpage, NY, completed 50 four-mile loops in Levittown during his fourth and most ambitious charity run. The event aimed to raise funds and awareness for the Thomas Hartman Center for Parkinson's Research and Agape Meals for Kids.
Be Careful With Week 1 Trends ... But Here They Are
The NFL season brings out sports bettors more than any other sport and this year it's expected to be no different. Week 1 offers a unique situation for those who are in the know. The opening week of the season is met with the public jumping on a few key areas that professionals usually steer clear of. Whether it be the local media hyping up the public's hometown team or the mainstream media pushing the hot franchise that everyone loves, it's a time where the lines will get thrown off by perception, as opposed to reality. This can amount to as much as a 3 point difference in the perceived line vs. what the line should be.
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Bo Knows Fantasy
This week, the New York Mets lost out on Kyle Tucker and quickly pivoted to Bo Bichette, and for fantasy purposes, this is an absolute win for Bichette managers and those targeting the star. You will hear talk that Bichette is switching positions, and long term that is why some teams were hesitant to commit to lengthy contracts, but for fantasy players, that should not matter at all.
Ex-Giants and Jets Wife Runs for Congress
The wife of former New York Giants and New York Jets wide receiver Plaxico Burress has announced her run for New Jersey’s 9th Congressional District. Attorney and former Penn State athlete Tiffany Burress is seeking the seat currently held by Rep. Nellie Pou.
Desai is Now #1 in the Country
Smithtown East High School junior Trishna Desai delivered a historic performance recently, bowling an impressive 804 series. The milestone marked the first 800 series recorded in Suffolk County girls bowling in more than six years, a rare achievement that immediately turned heads across the county. Desai’s remarkable series featured game scores of 268, 279, and 257, showcasing consistency, power, and precision throughout the set.