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City of New York accused of fraudulent medallion price inflation scheme
A new lawsuit accuses the City of New York and its Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) of fraudulently inflating taxi medallion prices through collusion and deceptive practices during auctions held between 2013 and 2014. Plaintiffs seek compensatory damages for their financial losses as well as punitive damages to deter future misconduct.
GOP Looks to Budget Hardball to Stop Illegal Immigrant Voting
A battle is brewing on Capitol Hill as the Republicans attempt to use the budget process to foil the Democrat plan to allow illegal immigrants to vote in the upcoming election. They're willing to support bills to continue funding the government at current levels as long as the voting rules in the SAVE Act are included.
Which Gas Stations in Suffolk County Had The Cheapest E85 Gas During Week Ending Aug. 31
There were two gas stations in cities across Suffolk County selling E85 gas at the lowest price of $2.29 per gallon in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Where drivers found cheapest diesel across Suffolk County in week ending Aug. 31
According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Aug. 31.
Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest E85 gas during week ending Aug. 31
According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 2 gas stations had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Aug. 31.
New Catalyst Approach Boosts Efficiency in CO2 Reduction
One of the most promising strategies being investigated to mitigate emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) is the process of electrochemical reduction. In this approach, electrical energy is used to convert recaptured CO2 into usable products and fuels, such as methanol and ethanol. However, a challenge has been finding a catalyst that is efficient and fast enough for practical use.
St. James Man Indicted for Murder of Ex-Wife and her Boyfriend
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that Daniel Coppola, 50, of St. James, has been indicted on four counts of Murder in the First Degree. Coppola is accused of fatally shooting his ex-wife, Kelly Coppola, 50, and her boyfriend, Kenneth Pohlman Jr., 53, at their home in St. James.
Stony Brook Recognized Again for High School Physics Teacher Preparation
For the seventh time in nine years, Stony Brook University has been recognized by the American Physical Society (APS) and the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) as a member of the Physics Teacher Education Coalition (PhysTEC) 5+ Club for its work in graduating nine physics teachers in the 2022-2023 academic year.
Cheapest Midgrade Gas Found in Suffolk County During Week Ending Aug. 31
There was a single gas station in cities across Suffolk County selling midgrade gas at the lowest price of $3.07 per gallon in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Two WFHS Student-Athletes Named Among Top 30 Girls' Tennis Players
Lydia Van Cott and Anabel Van Cott have been named among the top 30 girls' tennis players by Newsday for the fall 2024 season. The recognition comes as part of Newsday's annual review of top singles and doubles players in Long Island high school tennis.
Former President Pleads Guilty to Stealing $70k From Dix Hills Soccer Club
Matthew Dickson, 44, of Dix Hills and the former Vice President and President of the Dix Hills Soccer Club, pleaded guilty to Petit Larceny for embezzling over $70,000 from the club in 2022. Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney made the announcement on September 6, 2024.
WFHS junior selected for prestigious Juilliard Pre-College program
Jackson Seifert, a junior at William Floyd High School, has been accepted into the Juilliard Pre-College program. This comprehensive conservatory-style music program is designed for students who demonstrate significant talent and ambition in music.
Suffolk County Community College Announces Annual Faculty Art Exhibition
The Sagtikos Art Gallery, located in the Sagtikos Arts and Science Building, Room 150 on the Michael J. Grant Campus of Suffolk County Community College in Brentwood, will host the Annual Faculty Art Exhibition from September 16 through October 4, 2024.
New catalyst approach boosts efficiency in CO2 reduction
UPTON, N.Y. — One of the most promising strategies being investigated to mitigate emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) is the process of electrochemical reduction. In this approach, electrical energy is used to convert recaptured CO2 into usable products and fuels, such as methanol and ethanol. However, a challenge has been finding a catalyst that is efficient and fast enough for practical use.
Which Gas Stations in Suffolk County Had the Cheapest Regular Gas During Week Ending Aug. 31
There was a single gas station in cities across Suffolk County selling regular gas at the lowest price of $2.69 per gallon in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
St. James man indicted for murder of ex-wife and her boyfriend
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that Daniel Coppola, 50, of St. James, has been indicted on four counts of Murder in the First Degree. Coppola is accused of fatally shooting his ex-wife, Kelly Coppola, 50, and her boyfriend, Kenneth Pohlman Jr., 53, at their home in St. James.
Stony Brook University Hosts Annual "Heat & Heat" for Fire Safety Season
Stony Brook University is hosting its annual "Heat & Heat" fire safety demonstrations this fall. In recognition of Fire Safety Season, Fire and Emergency Services, Campus Residences, and the Auxiliary Services Association are inviting campus community members to witness the power of fire and understand the importance of quick action in emergencies.
Stony Brook recognized again for high school physics teacher preparation
For the seventh time in nine years, Stony Brook University has been recognized by the American Physical Society (APS) and the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) as a member of the Physics Teacher Education Coalition (PhysTEC) 5+ Club for its work in graduating nine physics teachers in the 2022-2023 academic year.
Cheapest midgrade gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Aug. 31
1 gas station had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Two WFHS student-athletes named among top 30 girls’ tennis players by Newsday
Lydia Van Cott and Anabel Van Cott have been named among the top 30 girls' tennis players by Newsday for the fall 2024 season. The recognition comes as part of Newsday's annual review of top singles and doubles players in Long Island high school tennis.
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Letters to the Editor: Library Trustees Thank Taxpayers for Victories
I’m deeply grateful to the residents of the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Library District for approving the library budget, as well as for re-electing me.
State Mandated Safe Boating Courses Coming Up
Long Islanders out on the water are looking to stay safe this summer.
South Shore Press Reporter Makes a Stop at the Grand Canyon
South Shore Press Reporter Robert Chartuk makes a stop at the Grand Canyon.