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Jun 18, 2025

Ridgewood property owners sue Hyundai Marine & Fire Insurance over denied fire damage claim

Two New York residents have filed a lawsuit against Hyundai Marine & Fire Insurance Co., Ltd (U.S. Branch), alleging breach of contract and bad faith denial of an insurance claim related to fire damage.

Jun 18, 2025

Hillside Hotel files lawsuit over alleged $5 million fraud judgment

Hillside Hotel LLC has filed a lawsuit alleging a fraudulent scheme that led to a $5 million default judgment against the company. The lawsuit names Gorayeb & Associates, PC, Christopher J. Gorayeb, Jonathan D. Moran, and others as defendants.

Jun 17, 2025

New York woman alleges false arrest and excessive force by police

A New York woman has filed a lawsuit against the city and several of its police officers, alleging civil rights violations. The lawsuit filed by plaintiff Sonia Perry names officers Robert McLoughlin, Benjamin Gelber, Dennis Cobic, and Annie Cosgrave as defendants.

Jun 17, 2025

Legal dispute erupts over Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club partnership

A woman has filed a lawsuit against her former business partner, alleging that they attempted to undermine their equal partnership by excluding her from managerial decisions and seeking to remove her from the business.

Jun 16, 2025

Jazz legends celebrated at Stony Brook Southampton on Juneteenth

Stony Brook Southampton's Avram Theater is set to honor the legacy of jazz musicians from Long Island's East End on Juneteenth, Thursday, June 16.

Jun 15, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest midgrade gas during week ending June 7

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 3 gas stations had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 7.

Jun 13, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest premium gas across Suffolk County in week ending June 7

2 gas stations had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jun 13, 2025

New York appliance firm faces suit over alleged pressure cooker malfunction

A lawsuit has been filed against The Steelstone Group LLC d/b/a Gourmia by Myesha Maggit on behalf of her daughter J.E.B., claiming severe injuries from a defective pressure cooker.

Jun 13, 2025

Former employee files lawsuit against Peconic Landing alleging discrimination and unlawful termination

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Peconic Landing at Southold and two individuals, Mary Lavery and Lindsey Corwin, alleging a series of discriminatory and retaliatory actions that culminated in her termination.

Jun 13, 2025

Stony Brook Film Festival announces schedule for its 30th anniversary

The Stony Brook Film Festival has announced its full schedule for the 30th anniversary event, which will take place from July 17 to July 26 at the Staller Center for the Arts.

Jun 13, 2025

Quantum technology advances focus on scalability challenges at Stony Brook University

Scale remains a significant challenge in the field of quantum technology.

Jun 13, 2025

Stony Brook researchers advance material science for nuclear fusion reactors

Nuclear fusion, a process akin to the energy production in the sun and stars, holds promise for generating electricity on Earth without carbon emissions or long-lasting nuclear waste.

Jun 12, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending June 7

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 7.

Jun 12, 2025

Woman alleges unlawful arrest following crash with police vehicle

A resident of New York City has filed a police misconduct lawsuit against the city of New York and three officers: Brandon S. Lefcourt, Keith A. Meisner, and Sergeant Alicea V. Venus.

Jun 12, 2025

New York homeowner sues solar companies over deceptive sales practices

A New York homeowner is suing Sunco Capital, LLC and other associated entities over alleged deceptive practices related to solar panel installations.

Jun 12, 2025

Brookhaven Town announces Christmas toy drive to aid families

The Brookhaven Town Youth Bureau is organizing its annual "Christmas in July" Toy Drive, scheduled from July 1 to July 25.

Jun 11, 2025

Cheapest regular gas found in Suffolk County during week ending June 7

5 gas stations had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jun 11, 2025

Stony Brook alumna recognized for contributions to government relations

Since earning her master's degree in public policy from Stony Brook University, Czareena Dotchev has been active in advocating for legislation and building coalitions on Capitol Hill.

Jun 11, 2025

Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending June 7

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 3 gas stations had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 7.

Jun 11, 2025

WFHS awards $158,000 in scholarships to class of 2025 seniors

William Floyd High School recently held its annual Senior Scholarship Night on June 5.

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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.