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Nov 18, 2024

William Floyd Colonials aim for historic 15th Suffolk County title

The William Floyd Colonials varsity football team is set to compete for their 15th Suffolk County Championship.

Nov 18, 2024

Brookhaven Lab Honors 2024 Science & Technology Award Winners

At the U.S. Department of Energy's Brookhaven National Laboratory, the 2024 Science & Technology Awards were presented to recognize distinguished contributions to the Laboratory's science and technology objectives. The recipients included individuals from various departments who have made significant advancements in their respective fields.

Nov 18, 2024

Brentwood man indicted for shooting into Central Islip home

Joaquin Orantes Franco, a 42-year-old resident of Brentwood, has been indicted on charges including Criminal Possession of a Weapon and Reckless Endangerment.

Nov 18, 2024

Study finds key factors linked to substance use among pregnant women

Use of tobacco, alcohol, cannabis, and illicit drugs during pregnancy poses significant health risks such as stroke, miscarriage, preterm delivery, low birth weight, and infant neurodevelopmental issues.

Nov 18, 2024

Farmingville man sentenced to 18 years for assaulting estranged wife

A Farmingville man has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for the violent assault and rape of his estranged wife.

Nov 18, 2024

Research identifies risk factors for substance use in pregnant women

More than 20 percent of pregnant women in the United States report using substances like tobacco, alcohol, cannabis, and illicit drugs, according to the 2020 National Survey of Drug Use and Health.

Nov 18, 2024

Brookhaven Lab honors 2024 Science & Technology Award recipients

At the U.S. Department of Energy’s Brookhaven National Laboratory, the 2024 Science & Technology Awards were presented to recognize distinguished contributions to the Laboratory's science and technology objectives.

Nov 18, 2024

William Floyd High School choir's song to air on NBC/Telemundo

The William Floyd High School Acabellas' rendition of "Deck the Halls" will be broadcast during commercial breaks on NBC 4/Telemundo 47 from November 20 to December 4.

Nov 18, 2024

They Keep Doubting Mike

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has been in charge of the Steelers since 2007 and while that alone is impressive let's dig into the numbers even further.

Nov 17, 2024

Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters Show up in Big Way for Deadly Orange County Wildfire

Suffolk County volunteer firefighters came to the aid of Orange County with roughly 20 different fire departments mobilizing to help fight the Jennings Wildfire at Greenwood Lake.

Nov 17, 2024

Thomas & Floyd Rushing To The County Finals

Floyd beat Sachem North 35-14 this weekend to secure their spot in the Suffolk Division 1 finals. Thomas was electric as always.

Nov 17, 2024

Kiernan Continues To Shine

Shane Kiernan led the way as his outstanding season continued. Kiernan He completed 20 of 26 passes for 421 yards and five TDs in a 43-14 win over Babylon

Nov 17, 2024

Ward Melville Proves That Defense Wins In The Playoffs

The #3 seeded Patriots didn't let the rankings determine the outcome of their fate as they took down the higher seeded Lions 14-7 in a defensive battle.

Nov 17, 2024

Hills East Makes History

Half Hills East didn't just advance in the Suffolk County playoff bracket, but this year's team will go down in the Hills East history books.

Nov 17, 2024

Joseph Filardi's Fantastic Day Leads To A Playoff Win

Hills West won He accounted for 555 yards and eight TDs in a 55-27 win over Islip. He had 14 carries for 355 yards and four scores and completed 11 of 19 passes for 200 yards and four TDs.

Nov 17, 2024

New York Democrat Wants to Saddle Shooting Ranges With New Mandates

New York Democrat Wants to Saddle Shooting Ranges With New Mandates

Nov 17, 2024

Plaintiff alleges home care agency violated her rights through harassment and retaliation

A former employee of a home care agency has filed a lawsuit alleging workplace misconduct, including sexual harassment and retaliation. Plaintiff Yara Wali filed the complaint on November 5 against Marks Homecare Agency Inc., Fadia Awad, and Oly Carrasco.

Nov 17, 2024

Plaintiff alleges negligence by U.S government employee in motor vehicle accident

A New York resident has filed a lawsuit against the United States government, alleging negligence in a motor vehicle accident involving a Department of Defense employee.

Nov 16, 2024

Red Flag Fire Warning for Long Island as Drought Conditions Persist

With a Red Flag fire warning in effect for Long Island due to a pervasive lack of rain, the state has called for a "Burn Ban" until the end of the month. The mandate comes as the largest wildfire in New York since 2008 burns in Orange County across the New Jersey line. 

Nov 16, 2024

It's Officially Official For Stroman

Jayden, the brother of Yankee starter Marcus, committed to Duke this week, following in his brothers footsteps.

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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

My Fantasy Baseball Experience - Rookie Performers

I hope you had a good weekend and enjoyed my last edition of My Fantasy Baseball Experience. This week I will be talking about how to treat young players.


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.