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Nov 18, 2025

Comptroller touts cloud migration as modernization breakthrough

Cyber security tightens as Suffolk Comptroller takes to the cloud.

Nov 18, 2025

State reps nail down $10 Million to fight Mastic Beach flooding

Community effort to secure $10 million for Mastic Beach.

Nov 18, 2025

Thanksgiving dinner will cost you less this year

The price of Thanksgiving dinner is less this year.

Nov 18, 2025

Massive $112M verdict raises stakes for Suffolk taxpayers

Lawsuit verdict leaves Suffolk in shock.

Nov 18, 2025

SUNY launches campaign focused on boosting student retention with evidence-based strategies

State University of New York (SUNY) Chancellor John B. King Jr. has announced new financial support and technical assistance aimed at improving student retention and completion rates through the Academic Momentum Campaign.

Nov 18, 2025

William Floyd football heads to Suffolk County Championship after semifinal win over Longwood

The William Floyd Colonials varsity football team secured a place in the Suffolk County Championship after defeating Longwood 41-7 in the Section XI playoff semifinals.

Nov 18, 2025

Stony Brook University hosts youth summit focused on diversity in healthcare careers

Hundreds of students from Long Island and New York City gathered at Stony Brook University’s Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM) on November 13 for the third annual Youth Summit.

Nov 18, 2025

Plaintiffs Accuse Nassau Community College Officials of Civil Rights Violations

Two students have filed a lawsuit against Nassau Community College alleging violations of their civil rights under federal law.

Nov 18, 2025

Plaintiff alleges insurer's failure to cover construction injury claim

Victor Suarez has filed a lawsuit against Peleus Insurance Company for failing to honor an insurance claim related to his severe injuries sustained at a construction site in Queens.

Nov 18, 2025

Cohen's Fashion Optical accused by former customer Efren Sanchez over massive data breach

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Cohen's Fashion Optical following a significant data breach compromising customer personal and health information.

Nov 18, 2025

Father Alleges NYPD Officer's False Report Led to Unjust Child Removal

A father is suing an NYPD officer over false claims that led to his children's removal by CPS.

Nov 18, 2025

Plaintiff (insurance company) accuses Defendants (construction firms) of Negligence

A legal dispute has emerged as Cincinnati Insurance Company sues two construction firms over alleged negligence leading to substantial property damage during renovations at a New York property owned by Toni Haber.

Nov 18, 2025

Suffolk County resident sues police over alleged excessive force following high-speed chase

In a lawsuit filed in federal court, Arthur Lambert accuses unnamed officers from the Suffolk County Police Department of using excessive force after he ceased resisting arrest following a high-speed chase.

Nov 18, 2025

Cohen Fashion Optical faces liability lawsuit over alleged data breach

A lawsuit accuses prominent retail optical chain Cohen Fashion Optical of failing to protect sensitive customer data following a data breach.

Nov 18, 2025

Orthodox Jewish passengers allege racial and religious discrimination by JetBlue

A lawsuit has been filed against JetBlue Airways Corporation, accusing the airline of racial and religious discrimination. Plaintiffs Brucha Ungar, Miriam Lunger, and Abraham Lunger allege that they were subjected to discriminatory treatment due to their Jewish faith and race during a flight from California to New York.

Nov 18, 2025

Senator Murray and Assemblyman DeStefano tour Moriches Elementary School in William Floyd district

William Floyd School District officials hosted New York State Senator Dean Murray and Assemblyman Joseph DeStefano for a visit to Moriches Elementary School.

Nov 18, 2025

Commack should be renamed title town

We can now call Commack “Title Town.” After this past weekend, the name is more than fitting, as the community didn’t celebrate just one state title but two.

Nov 17, 2025

Honduran national indicted for sexually abusing children in TJ Maxx

Honduran man allegedly sexually abused children under 12 years old on multiple occasions.

Nov 17, 2025

From the Newsroom: What I am Grateful For

With Thanksgiving now just a week away, there is no better time to reflect on, and share, the gifts for which I am most deeply thankful:

Nov 17, 2025

Port Jeff cross country goes back-to-back

The Port Jefferson cross country team are champions once again, continuing a tradition of excellence that has defined the program for years. Although the Port Jeff squad was moved to Division D this season, the shift did nothing to slow down their momentum or diminish their determination.

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Are We Ready to Platoon Pitching?

Successful fantasy baseball managers are always looking for ways to gain an edge, and one of the oldest strategies in the game is taking advantage of splits. Savvy owners have long used platoons, pairing hitters who mash left-handed pitching with those who excel against righties. Others look for favorable ballparks, making sure to start players when they're at Coors Field or in other hitter-friendly environments.