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Lawsuit alleges police brutality by New York City Police during public festival
A lawsuit has been filed against the City of New York, alleging police brutality during the 2023 J'Ouvert celebration in Brooklyn. Sidarius Davis, the plaintiff, claims he was the victim of excessive force by the New York Police Department (NYPD) during the event.
Lawsuit accuses JetBlue Airways of racially discriminating against father and daughter
A father and his minor daughter have filed a lawsuit against JetBlue Airways, alleging racial discrimination during their travel experience.
William Floyd cheerleaders qualify for national championship; Marino earns top honors
The William Floyd High School cheerleading team has qualified for the National High School Cheerleading Championship (NHSCC) in Orlando, Florida.
Middle schoolers design and parade balloons for elementary school peers
William Paca Middle School's sixth-grade students recently participated in the "Balloons Over Paca" project, inspired by Melissa Sweet's children's book "Balloons Over Broadway."
Stony Brook research team wins life sciences award for wound-care innovation
A research team from the Department of Surgery at Stony Brook Medicine has emerged victorious in the Long Island High Tech Incubator's Venture Champions Challenge.
AI advances discussed at PubSci event hosted by Brookhaven National Laboratory
Curious minds gathered at Napper Tandy’s in Bay Shore, New York, on November 19, 2024, for the latest installment of PubSci.
C2QA expands educational programs to develop future US quantum workforce
The classical computers used globally in offices, schools, and research laboratories are known for their efficiency in completing tasks quickly.
Southampton contractor indicted for wage violations at public works project
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the indictment of Robert Terry, a 65-year-old resident of Southampton and owner of Terry Contracting & Materials, Inc. The charges against Terry include Willful Failure to Pay the...
Music teacher shares map of holiday lights in Nassau and Suffolk counties
William Floyd Middle School's general music teacher, Jonathan Dignam, has taken the initiative to spread holiday cheer by creating a comprehensive map of festively decorated homes in Nassau and Suffolk counties.
Connecticut man convicted for long-term sexual abuse of child
A Connecticut man has been found guilty of sexually abusing his ex-girlfriend's daughter over a period of five years.
Stony Brook interim president shares holiday greetings in annual video
Stony Brook University Interim President Richard McCormick extended holiday greetings to the university community through an annual video message.
Smithtown Fire Department concludes holiday toy and food drive
Throughout December, the Smithtown Fire Department conducted a drive to support families in need during the holiday season.
High school artists create portraits for Indian youth
William Floyd High School art students have engaged in a creative initiative through the "Memory Project," an endeavor aimed at fostering cultural connections and kindness worldwide.
Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending Dec. 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 Dec. 7.
William Floyd mourns loss of Coach Darrell Sumpter after fatal accident
The William Floyd School District has announced the passing of boys' varsity assistant basketball coach Darrell Sumpter.
Cheapest midgrade gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Dec. 7
1 gas station had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Dec. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Man convicted for sexual abuse of daughter over several years
A Suffolk County man has been found guilty of sexually abusing his daughter, according to an announcement by District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney.
Kessler Thermometer pleads guilty for exposing workers to hazardous mercury levels
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that Robert Peyser, 66, from Bellmore, along with Kessler Thermometer Corp., has pleaded guilty to reckless endangerment.
College departments host inaugural Chemistry and P&A 5K Challenge
Two departments from the College of Arts and Sciences at Stony Brook University, the Department of Chemistry and the Department of Physics and Astronomy, collaborated for a new event on December 9.
Stony Brook University choral concert highlights diverse voices in winter performance
Stony Brook University's winter choral concert showcased a collection of songs that conveyed themes of hope, love, and peace.
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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.
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.
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.