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Torres endorses Cuomo for NYC Mayor and He Isn’t Running Yet
Cuomo’s comeback would require him to overcome sexual harassment allegations and questions of ethical breaches related to his book deal that caused him to resign as Governor in 2021.
Retired Officer Uses Art to Bridge Perspectives on Policing
Retired police officer looks to bridge perception gap through art.
Bayport-Blue Point High School student named National Merit Finalist
Over 1.3 million juniors in about 21,000 high schools entered the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2023 PSAT or National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test which served as an initial screen of program entrants.
Crushing the Competition, One Robot at a Time
The Centereach “Cougears” and Newfield “Roverines” robotics teams competed at Adelphi Universities Vex robotics competition.
Town of Brookhaven Supervisor Statement: Suffolk County Comptroller Audit on Homeless Funds
Supervisor Dan Panico issued the following statement following an audit released by Suffolk County Comptroller John Kennedy, that calls into question almost $7 million in taxpayer dollars that were supposed to be spent directly on the homeless:
Brookhaven Youth Bureau Makes Prom Wishes Come True
If you’re a parent who loves getting a “buy none, get one free” discount for a prom dress for your daughter, the Town of Brookhaven has quite the deal for you.
SCALA Student Art Show in Babylon Exhibited Strong Social Statements
The Suffolk County Art Leaders Association (SCALA) held its annual High School All-County and Scholarship Show at Babylon’s Old Town Hall on West Main Street.
Suffolk Scalped for Millions in Homeless Funds
Nearly $7 million sent to homeless housing providers was misspent, according to an audit by Suffolk Comptroller John Kennedy, who is looking to claw back the funds.
Nine-Year-Old Mastic Boy Takes the Ride of a Lifetime
Jacob, a 9-year-old Mastic boy battling Neurofibromatosis Type 1, which led to a brain stem tumor, got the ride of a lifetime in a Tesla Cybertruck.
Guiding Lights at Fire Place
In Colonial Times, a breach through Fire Island allowed ships to enter Bellport Bay from the Atlantic. Residents lit fires to guide them, a practice that lent itself to the name “Fire Place” for the Historic District in the Hamlet of Brookhaven.
Note to U. S. Navy: Clean Up Your Contamination Mess in Calverton
Officials tell the Navy: Clean up your mess.
Movin’ on Out of Suffolk County
Nassau and Suffolk are third in the top five of ‘outbound’ counties with 76% of people who are moving, moving out of the County as opposed to another residence within the County.
This Just In: New York State Now Requiring Safety Course for All Boat Operators
Boat operater age 10 and over for power vessels, and age 14 or older for personal watercrafts, are hereby expected to complete the state-approved boating safety course, according to a news release provided by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary out of East Moriches.
From Battlefield to Backyard, Marine Vet Carves Artistic Path with Chainsaws
What started as a way to save a few bucks on a wooden sculpture for his wife turned into a full-time passion for retired U.S. Marine Joseph Gonzalez, Jr., who now spends his days transforming logs into impressive chainsaw-carved works of art.
Strong Winds Cause Dramatic Drop in Tides, Exposing Vast Stretches of Shoreline
Where Did All The Water Go?
Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Graduates 46 New Corrections Officers
Family, friends, local legislators and police personnel gathered to recognize the esteemed graduating class.
Landmark Settlement Impacts SCPD on Gun Confiscation and Pistol Permit Revocation
Suffolk County residents sue Suffolk County Police Department over violations of their Second Amendment rights.
Water Agency Sustains Top Tier Rating
Did the Suffolk Water Authority hold on to its top-tier rating in these times of persistent economic pressures and rising infrastructure costs?
Presidents Day Patriots Rally for Trump
Passtionate patriots turned out on a blustery President's Day for their hero.
Arthritis Rap by Low-T
Local songster Bryan is hoping his “Arthritis Rap” scores a hit with the senior crowd.
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Plaintiff Alleges Medical Malpractice Against NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn
A Brooklyn resident has filed a lawsuit against NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn and several doctors alleging medical malpractice during her treatment in June 2021.
Insurance Firm Sues Beneficiaries Over Alleged Overpayment Dispute
Wilton Reassurance Life Company of New York is suing two beneficiaries for allegedly retaining overpaid death benefits totaling more than $137,000 following Emma Beckley's passing in August 2023.
Plaintiff alleges logistics companies' negligence led to $1M loss
CJC Distributors has filed a lawsuit against several logistics companies for alleged mismanagement leading to a $1 million loss of goods intended for delivery from Nevada to New York.