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Jan 6, 2025

Eastport-South Manor School District Rewards 24 Students for Positive Behavior

The Eastport-South Manor Central School District announced last week that it had selected two dozen students within the junior-senior high school as recipients of the newly christened “Student of the Month” award.

Jan 6, 2025

More Sex Trafficking in Suffolk: Missing Patchogue Teen Found on Boat in Islip

Friday night's recovery of Emmarae ("Emma") Gervasi, 14, of Patchogue, brings resolution to a nearly month-long saga, but also invites more inquiries: who were her captors?

Jan 6, 2025

Automatic Voter Registration in New York is Coming - Two Years Late

What is AVR? AVR takes the individual’s decision to register to vote out of their hands and gives state agencies the mandate to register you to vote. This means that if you interact with the Department of Motor Vehicles, state social service agencies, or SUNY you will be registered to vote unless you specifically opt-out at that time.

Jan 6, 2025

Cuomo Lashes out at Congestion Pricing

Now Cuomo is knocking the incredibly unpopular Congestion tax as he looks to make a political comeback and run for Mayor of New York City. Now that it suits his political path,

Jan 6, 2025

Cheapest midgrade gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Dec. 28

2 gas stations had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Dec. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jan 6, 2025

Stony Brook professor joins national fellowship to tackle health inequities

Ann-Margaret Navarra, an associate professor at Stony Brook University School of Nursing, has been chosen for a national fellowship aimed at addressing health inequities in the United States.

Jan 6, 2025

William Floyd schools remain open despite national mourning day

Happy new year and welcome back!

Jan 6, 2025

Zariel Macchia honored as scholar athlete by News 12/Bethpage Credit Union

Zariel Macchia, a senior at William Floyd High School, has been recognized as the News 12/Bethpage Federal Credit Union Scholar Athlete of the week.

Jan 6, 2025

High school artist wins yearbook cover design competition

William Floyd High School senior Mike Amodeo has been selected to have his artwork featured on the cover of the 2025 yearbook.

Jan 6, 2025

Rep. Nick LaLota calls for strong federal investment in education

In a recent session of the US House of Representatives, Rep. Nick LaLota (NY-1) emphasized the importance of federal investments in research and education.

Jan 3, 2025

Brazen Bandit Bolts Store With Blowdryers

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Sixth Precinct Crime Section officers are seeking the public’s help to identify the brazen bandit who is accused of stealing blowdryers that cost a pretty penny.

Jan 3, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest premium gas during week ending Dec. 28

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 Dec. 28.

Jan 3, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending Dec. 28

1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Dec. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jan 3, 2025

Lawsuit accuses healthcare communication service provider of mishandling data leading to breach

A class action lawsuit has been filed against healthcare communication provider ConnectOnCall.com, LLC, accusing the company of failing to protect sensitive personal and health information, resulting in a significant data breach.

Jan 3, 2025

Lawsuit alleges advertising agency violated medical leave laws

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against advertising agency Butler, Shine, Stern & Partners (BSSP), accusing the company of harassment and discrimination during her medical leave for cancer treatment.

Jan 3, 2025

WFHS Senior Earns Full Scholarship to the University of Chicago

William Floyd High School senior Milton Calderon-Suriel will attend the University of Chicago next fall on a full four-year scholarship through the QuestBridge National College Match program.

Jan 3, 2025

Wilderness Walk in the High Dunes

Just over the Smith Point Bridge in Shirley lies the stunning Fire Island High Dune Wilderness Area. The oceanfront park honors Otis G. Pike, the Suffolk Congressman whose legislation created the Fire Island National Seashore and the 1,381-acre park that carries his name.

Jan 3, 2025

Stony Brook's student affairs named among top promising places to work

Stony Brook University's Division of Student Affairs has been recognized as one of the 2025 Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs.

Jan 3, 2025

Ronkonkoma man arrested for alleged animal cruelty involving Kangal Shepherd puppies

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the arrest of Munim Raghid, 26, from Ronkonkoma on January 2, 2025.

Jan 3, 2025

Stony Brook professor joins national fellowship on health inequities

Ann-Margaret Navarra, PhD, CPNP, an Associate Professor at the Stony Brook University School of Nursing, has been chosen for a national fellowship aimed at addressing health inequities in the United States.

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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.


Sports

The Irish Hall of Fame Welcomes Whitey Ford

This past weekend the Long Island Ducks celebrated Irish Heritage by having a special night dedicated to the Irish.


Crime

Massive Cache of Illegal Weapons Seized in Medford

Investigators seized over 112 illegal firearms,