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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.
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).
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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...
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.
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.
Delta Air Lines accused of discrimination against Jewish employee
A Delta Air Lines employee has filed a lawsuit against the company, alleging discrimination and retaliation based on her Jewish and Israeli background. Sharon Lavy filed the complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York on December 24, 2024, naming Delta Air Lines, Inc. as the defendant.
Triplenet Pricing accuses online marketplace competitors Bear Down Brands & Sprig Technologies of price manipulation
A lawsuit filed in the Eastern District of New York accuses two companies of engaging in a scheme to manipulate product pricing on online marketplaces. Triplenet Pricing, LLC filed the complaint against Bear Down Brands, LLC and Sprig Technologies, Ltd. on January 2, 2025.
Town officials recognize chamber members for community service
On January 8, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle and Councilman Neil Foley attended a meeting of the Farmingville Hills Chamber of Commerce at the Bristal Assisted Living facility in Holtsville.
Suffolk County Community College reveals spring theatre season lineup
The Theatres at Suffolk County Community College, in conjunction with The Lively Arts Series, has announced its spring 2025 season lineup.
Anthropologists Martin and Wright to speak at Stony Brook lecture series
Stony Brook University will feature two prominent anthropologists in its Provost’s Lecture Series on February 11.
Stony Brook professor wins Frank R. Breul Memorial Prize for research on carceral attitudes
Kristen Brock-Petroshius, an assistant professor at Stony Brook University’s School of Social Welfare, has been honored with The Frank R. Breul Memorial Prize.
Brookhaven honors motorcycle club for aiding children's charity event
The Brookhaven Town Board recently recognized the Red Knights Motorcycle Club New York Chapter 26 for their role in co-sponsoring the annual Teddy Bear Run.
WFHS senior nominated for U.S Presidential Scholars Program
Victoria Basharina, a senior at William Floyd High School, has been nominated for the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.
Lawsuit alleges Mirage Limousine Service fostered hostile work environment
A former employee of a limousine service has filed a lawsuit alleging a hostile work environment and retaliation. On December 26, 2024, Chevone Pigott filed a complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York against her former employer, Mirage Limousine Service, Inc.
Lawsuit accuses Yeshivah School of discrimination based on age and national origin
A former employee of the Yeshivah of Flatbush has filed a lawsuit alleging discriminatory practices and retaliation that led to her termination at the educational institution. Ilana Lax, who served as the Director of Marketing and Communications for nearly nine years, filed her complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York on December 27, 2024.
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Repavement Project Underway at Blydenburgh County Park
“This project has really been 30 years overdue,” said Legislator Lesie Kennedy.
Letters to the Editor: Library Trustees Thank Taxpayers for Victories
I’m deeply grateful to the residents of the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Library District for approving the library budget, as well as for re-electing me.
State Mandated Safe Boating Courses Coming Up
Long Islanders out on the water are looking to stay safe this summer.