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Jan 19, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest midgrade gas during week ending Jan. 11

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Jan. 11.

Jan 17, 2025

Shelter operator accused by client of civil rights violations amid emergency shelter denial

A lawsuit has been filed in the Southern District of New York by a New York City resident, identified as John Doe, accusing a shelter operator of severe misconduct and civil rights violations. The complaint, filed December 10, 2024, targets Housing Solutions of New York and two of its employees.

Jan 17, 2025

Former employee alleges American Bottling Company owes unpaid overtime wages

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against The American Bottling Company, alleging unpaid overtime wages and violations of labor laws. The complaint, filed December 30, 2024, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, is brought by Parmanand Shivpal.

Jan 17, 2025

Lawsuit alleges malicious prosecution against NYPD officers

A lawsuit has been filed alleging malicious prosecution against the New York City Police Department and several of its officers. On January 2, 2025, Tiffany Norwood and Joseph Hill filed a complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York against the City of New York, the NYPD, and individual officers.

Jan 17, 2025

Cheapest premium gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Jan. 11

1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Jan. 11, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jan 17, 2025

Zariel Macchia honored as three-time Gatorade player of the year

William Floyd High School senior Zariel Macchia has been named the 2024-25 Gatorade New York Girls Cross Country Player of the Year.

Jan 17, 2025

Stony Brook University joins inaugural Climate Solutions Summit NYC

Stony Brook University is preparing to participate in the inaugural Climate Solutions Summit NYC, organized by The New York Climate Exchange.

Jan 17, 2025

Joeva Sean Rock wins prestigious Margaret Mead Award for contributions to anthropology

Stony Brook University anthropologist Joeva Sean Rock has been awarded the 2024 Margaret Mead Award.

Jan 17, 2025

Governor Hochul backs expansion of student support programs in New York

Suffolk County Community College has expressed gratitude towards Governor Kathy Hochul for her commitment to providing ongoing state funding for the Advancing Success in Associate Pathways (ASAP) and Advancing Completion through Engagement (ACE)...

Jan 17, 2025

Drug targeting neuropathic pain progresses in clinical trials

A new investigational drug aimed at treating neuropathic pain has successfully completed a safety review, allowing it to proceed to the next phase of clinical trials.

Jan 17, 2025

Artelo's neuropathy drug advances in clinical trials after safety review

A non-opioid investigational drug, ART26.12, developed by Artelo Biosciences in Solana Beach, California, has made progress in its clinical trials.

Jan 17, 2025

Moriches students learn about Gila monsters from expert researcher

Fifth-grade students at Moriches Elementary School had the opportunity to learn about Gila monsters from Dr. Kevin Bonine, a well-known professor and director of the Arizona Institute for Resilience at the University of Arizona.

Jan 16, 2025

Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending Jan. 11

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Jan. 11.

Jan 16, 2025

Lawsuit filed against former employee by e-commerce company, AudioSavings, over fraud allegations

A lawsuit has been filed in the Eastern District of New York by e-commerce company E-Distributors Inc., doing business as AudioSavings, accusing its former employee, Robert Woitkowski, of fraudulent misconduct. The complaint, filed December 30, 2024, also names AAF Solutions LLC and Channing Devane Trick as defendants, accusing them of engaging in fraudulent activities that have caused significant harm to the plaintiff.

Jan 16, 2025

GEICO alleges fraudulent billing scheme by New York medical practice

Government Employees Insurance Company (GEICO) has filed a lawsuit against Glenmore Medical, P.C., a New York-based medical practice, and several associated healthcare professionals, accusing them of defrauding the insurer out of more than $1.3 million through fraudulent no-fault insurance claims.

Jan 16, 2025

Pioneering virtual colonoscopy: Professor Jerome Liang's contributions to early cancer detection

From a young age, Professor Jerome Zhengrong Liang was intrigued by the universe's mysteries.

Jan 16, 2025

Neuroscience students recognized for innovative claymation on circadian rhythms

A group of doctoral students from the Program in Neuroscience have gained recognition in the Brain Awareness video contest organized by BrainFacts.org and the Society for Neuroscience.

Jan 16, 2025

Brookhaven Town Board Honored Local Doctor

At a recent Town Board meeting held on January 9, the Brookhaven Town Board recognized Dr. Shaorui Li for her contributions through her work with the Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Advisory Board.

Jan 16, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest regular gas during week ending Jan. 11

2 gas stations had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Jan. 11, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jan 15, 2025

Homeowners accuse cell tower developer and local government of violating zoning laws

A group of homeowners has filed a lawsuit against a cell tower developer and local government, alleging they conspired to bypass zoning laws to construct a cell tower near residential properties.

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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.