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Apr 14, 2025

Ex-NYC workers sue city over vaccine mandate alleging religious discrimination

A group of former New York City employees have filed a class-action lawsuit against the city and unnamed officials, alleging that the city’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate policies violated their religious rights.

Apr 14, 2025

Brentwood teacher files federal lawsuit alleging racial harassment by school district employee

A teacher has filed a lawsuit against the Brentwood Union Free School District and employee Kevin Coyne, alleging workplace discrimination and harassment in violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Apr 13, 2025

Fired nurse sues Mercy Medical Center, alleging age bias, retaliation, and unsafe practices

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Mercy Medical Center and its parent organization, Catholic Health System of Long Island, Inc., accusing them of age discrimination, retaliation, and unlawful termination.

Apr 13, 2025

McCormick pushes for federal funding for Stony Brook University and Medicine priorities

Stony Brook University Interim President Richard L. McCormick visited Washington, D.C., on April 2 to meet with members of the New York congressional delegation and their senior staff.

Apr 13, 2025

University Orchestra to perform at Staller Center on April 29

The University Orchestra is scheduled to perform a concert on April 29 at the Staller Center for the Arts.

Apr 11, 2025

William Floyd Elementary shows united effort against childhood cancer

Members of the William Floyd community recently gathered to support the St. Baldrick's Foundation by participating in the "Brave the Shave" event at William Floyd Elementary School.

Apr 11, 2025

William Floyd students excel at New York State Youth and Government conference

The William Floyd High School Youth and Government program recently achieved commendable success at the 89th annual New York State YMCA Youth and Government conference in Albany.

Apr 11, 2025

William Floyd coach Desmond Megna celebrates his 100th career lacrosse win

William Floyd High School's boys’ varsity lacrosse team secured a significant milestone under the leadership of head coach Desmond Megna, who achieved his 100th career victory.

Apr 11, 2025

New businesses open in Stony Brook Village with supportive community leaders present

On April 11, 2025, Stony Brook Village in Farmingville, NY, witnessed three ribbon-cutting ceremonies, marking the openings of new and expanding businesses on Main Street.

Apr 11, 2025

William Floyd celebrates six athletes named in Newsday's 2025 Spring to lists

William Floyd High School boasts six of its student-athletes named on Newsday's top player lists for the 2025 varsity spring sports season.

Apr 11, 2025

William Floyd Elementary celebrates 'No Place for Hate' day with activities and pledges

William Floyd Elementary School recently marked its third year as a "No Place for Hate" institution with a schoolwide event dedicated to the anti-bullying program.

Apr 11, 2025

Empire Freight co-founder sues former partners for $10M, alleging embezzlement and racketeering

An entrepreneur has filed a lawsuit against his former business partners, accusing them of orchestrating a complex scheme to defraud him and his company.

Apr 10, 2025

Liberty Mutual ses Brooklyn pharmacy alleging $748K no-fault insurance fraud scheme

Liberty Mutual General Insurance Company and other affiliates have filed a lawsuit against Argyle Pharmacy Inc., Mehtab Bibi, and Timur Yuzefpolsky, alleging a sophisticated scheme to defraud them through fraudulent insurance claims.

Apr 10, 2025

Stony Brook PhD student wins top prize at endodontists' conference

Abdel Hameed Mahmoud, a PhD candidate at the Department of Oral Biology and Pathology, Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine, recently received first place for his research poster at the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) annual meeting in...

Apr 10, 2025

Stony Brook honors outstanding alumni for 2025

The Stony Brook School of Health Professions commemorated its 2025 Outstanding Alumni Awards on March 26.

Apr 10, 2025

Stony Brook program offers direct path to medicine for high-achieving students

When Meenu Johnkutty began her academic journey at Stony Brook University as a freshman, she had already secured a spot at the Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM).

Apr 10, 2025

Stony Brook researchers advocate for biomedical funding at Capitol Hill

On March 31, two prominent researchers from Stony Brook University, Lilianne Mujica-Parodi and Gábor Balázsi, participated in discussions at Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. The event was part of The American Institute for Medical and Biological...

Apr 10, 2025

Stony Brook hosts blood drive for Long Island man battling cancer

Stony Brook University is set to host a blood drive in honor of Aidan Fischer, a Long Island resident facing cancer for the third time.

Apr 10, 2025

Stony Brook University Giving Day sets new record with over $1 million raised

Stony Brook University celebrated a successful seventh annual Giving Day, raising over $1 million in a 24-hour span.

Apr 10, 2025

Stony Brook physicists honored with 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics

Researchers from Stony Brook University's Department of Physics and Astronomy have been recognized with the 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics.

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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

Justice in Motion: Five MS-13 Gangbangers Indicted in Blue Point Beach Killing

Lopez-Lopez, 27, of Central Islip, was a former MS-13 member suspected of turning informant. His body was left on the shoreside (pictured) at the end of Blue Point Avenue back in early March.


Local

Leave Fireworks to the Pros or Risk Tragedy This Fourth of July

Suffolk officials warn against illegal fireworks, want residents to enjoy the July 4th holiday without blowing themselves up.