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Jul 17, 2025

William Floyd Board introduces student members in reorganization for new school year

The William Floyd Board of Education conducted its annual reorganization meeting for the 2025-26 school year.

Jul 16, 2025

Cheapest regular gas found in Suffolk County during week ending July 12

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 12.

Jul 16, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest midgrade gas during week ending July 12

1 gas station had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jul 16, 2025

Mr. Handyman advises on addressing common causes of wobbly toilets

It's a common household issue: you sit down and notice your toilet is wobbly.

Jul 16, 2025

NY Hyundai dealership accused of deceptive sales practices

Patricia Lee McDonald is suing Mid-Island Hyundai and Hyundai Capital America over alleged deceptive practices during her car purchase process last year in New York City’s Eastern District Court system on July third twenty-twenty-five; this...

Jul 16, 2025

Brooklyn housing cooperative sues NYC over alleged property taking

A low-income housing cooperative in Brooklyn has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and several city officials, alleging that the city has unlawfully taken possession of its property.

Jul 16, 2025

Navy veteran sues VA hospital over alleged denial of religious rights

A disabled United States Navy veteran has filed a lawsuit against the Northport VA Medical Center, claiming that his First Amendment rights were violated because he was denied access to religious articles and clergy essential to his Catholic faith.

Jul 16, 2025

Volunteer dog walker sues Town of Hempstead over ban from public facilities

A volunteer dog walker has filed a lawsuit against the Town of Hempstead in New York and three of its officials, alleging constitutional rights violations after being banned from all town facilities.

Jul 16, 2025

Woman files lawsuit against CarMax alleging that her vehilce was unlawfully seized

A woman has filed a lawsuit against multiple defendants, including an automotive retailer and repossession companies, alleging the unlawful repossession of her vehicle.

Jul 15, 2025

Staten Island woman sues NYPD and city for alleged false arrest and excessive force

A Staten Island resident has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and unnamed NYPD officers, alleging civil rights violations stemming from an incident in May 2024.

Jul 15, 2025

United Beauty Brands accused of violating telemarketing laws by sending unsolicited text messages

A class action lawsuit has been filed against beauty brand United Beauty Brands, LLC, for allegedly sending unsolicited marketing text messages during hours prohibited by federal telemarketing laws.

Jul 15, 2025

Former Bronx art teacher sues NYC Department of Education for disability discrimination

A former art teacher at the Bronx High School for the Visual Arts has filed a lawsuit against the New York City Department of Education (NYCDOE) alleging discrimination and retaliation.

Jul 15, 2025

Former Delivery Drivers Accuse Amazon of Violating Labor Laws

Three former delivery drivers have filed a lawsuit against Amazon alleging violations of federal and state labor laws related to inadequate layoff notices.

Jul 15, 2025

Bath & Body Works faces lawsuit over alleged exploding candle

A lawsuit has been filed against Bath & Body Works, LLC, and The Premier Candle Corporation, concerning injuries allegedly caused by a defective candle.

Jul 13, 2025

Cheapest midgrade gas found in Suffolk County during week ending July 5

1 gas station had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jul 11, 2025

Cheapest premium gas found in Suffolk County during week ending July 5

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 5.

Jul 11, 2025

P. Scott Carney named chair of Stony Brook University's mechanical engineering department

P. Scott Carney has been appointed as the chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Stony Brook University, starting September 1, 2025.

Jul 11, 2025

Stony Brook hosts teens' summer camp on cutting-edge quantum science

Thirty-five high school students recently participated in a four-day camp at Stony Brook University, focusing on quantum information science and technology.

Jul 11, 2025

Stony Brook student's journey from high school tour leads to key role in quantum research

As a high school senior visiting Stony Brook University, Leonardo Castillo Veneros did not expect his future to be shaped by a visit to Professor Eden Figueroa’s physics lab.

Jul 11, 2025

Stony Brook student receives Leakey Grant for primate study in Kenya

A doctoral student from Stony Brook University has received a notable grant from the Leakey Foundation to study primates in coastal Kenya.

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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

Romaine Floats Yaphank Market for Local Produce Hub

No need to go to the Bronx for local produce under a plan by County Executive Ed Romaine.


State

Bell-to-Bell School Smart Phone Ban is Looming

Starting in September, New York State law requires Bell-to-Bell restrictions on smartphones and other internet-enabled personal devices in K-12 schools statewide.