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Suffolk County Legislature Organizes for 2025
The Suffolk County Legislature held its annual Organizational Meeting, where Presiding Officer Kevin J. McCaffrey (R-Lindenhurst) and Deputy Presiding Officer Steven Flotteron (R-West Islip) were unanimously re-elected.
Suffolk County Wins Millions in State Regional Economic Development Awards
Empire State Development (ESD) announced more than $11 million has been awarded to support over 100 economic development projects through three programs during Round XIV of the Regional Economic Development Council initiative.
Storming The Phoenix: East Islip Man Charged with Kidnapping, Rape of Recently-Found Patchogue Teen
Suffolk County Police announced they had arrested a 64-year-old man for the rape and kidnapping of 14-year-old Emma Gervasi—who first went missing on the evening of Dec. 9th, inspiring a social media storm of a search party throughout the holidays.
Pure Perfection!
A battle for first place took place this week as the Shoreham-Wading River Wildcats and Mount Sinai Mustangs went toe to toe in girls basketball.
High School Hoops Coach Ryan McNeely Hits a Milestone
When the Mount Sinai Mustangs defeated Hampton Bays this week there was more to it than just adding a W in the win column on the season. With that victory Head Basketball Coach Ryan McNeely won his 200th Varsity Basketball win.
McInnes Adds Another Win To Her All American Resume
Sophia McInnes has been making winning look easy as she has put on dominating performance after dominating performance. This weekend at the Molloy Stanner Games McInnes set another record.
Hills West Honors Their All Americans
The seniors have excelled at their sports and have been named in rare company as All Americans. Volleyball player Mary Wolcott, Soccer standout Ryan Levy, Joseph Filardi, and Anthony Raio both for their outstanding Lacrosse seasons were all honored.
Aaron Glenn Skyrockets Up The Betting Boards
The name that Jets fans and now sports bettors are starting to gravitate towards is Aaron Glenn. At this time last week Glenn was sitting behind Ron Rivera at 10 to 1 odds and now has shot up the betting board at +220. In some places Glenn has even dipped below +200 as the ex Jet cornerback has reportedly impressed management.
Orellana on Walt Whitman poetry contests, designed so poets of all ages can be 'seen and heard'
Walt Whitman Birthplace, a New York State historic site in Huntington Station, is calling talent near and far to its 2025 annual student poetry contest based on one of the master’s most famous poems, “When I Heard the Learn’d Astronomer.”
Lawsuit alleges Mirage Limousine Service fostered hostile work environment
A former employee of a limousine service has filed a lawsuit alleging a hostile work environment and retaliation. On December 26, 2024, Chevone Pigott filed a complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York against her former employer, Mirage Limousine Service, Inc.
Lawsuit accuses Yeshivah School of discrimination based on age and national origin
A former employee of the Yeshivah of Flatbush has filed a lawsuit alleging discriminatory practices and retaliation that led to her termination at the educational institution. Ilana Lax, who served as the Director of Marketing and Communications for nearly nine years, filed her complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York on December 27, 2024.
Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending Jan. 4
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 Jan. 4.
Stony Brook University places second in NYCE AI Innovation Challenge
A team of graduate students from Stony Brook University has achieved a notable second-place finish in the inaugural New York Climate Exchange (NYCE) AI Innovation Challenge.
Lockdown error at William Floyd High School attributed to system malfunction
On Friday afternoon, William Floyd High School experienced a malfunction in its automated lockdown system.
Stony Brook hosts LI premiere of 'Underground' during Black History Month
The Avram Theater at Stony Brook Southampton is set to host the Long Island premiere of "Underground: Hear the Sound of Freedom."
Brookhaven School District seeks community input through new survey
The Brookhaven School District has initiated a Comprehensive Needs Assessment Survey to gather input from the community.
Fulbright initiative addresses urgent climate challenges in Amazon
In December, Liliana M. Dávalos, a professor at Stony Brook University, addressed policymakers and the public in Washington, D.C., about the urgent threats facing the Amazon.
Suffolk County D.A. Ray Tierney Announces Re-Election Bid
Leaders in local government and law enforcement, and general supporters gathered to celebrate Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. “Ray” Tierney’s announcement that he would be seeking re-election this November.
Hochul Unveils Free School Lunch and Breakfast Program
Governor Kathy Hochul announced a free breakfast and lunch program for more than 2.7 million students in New York.
Upcoming (French) Horn Festival Celebrates 20th Anniversary
More than 100 Suffolk County students will perform at the 20th Annual Day of (French) Horn Festival. Student musicians from Suffolk County schools will join together to celebrate the unique instrument - the French Horn.
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Plaintiff Linkedto Partners LLC Accuses Digital Asset Firm DeFi Technologies Inc. of Securities Fraud
Linkedto Partners LLC has initiated a class-action lawsuit against DeFi Technologies Inc., accusing them of securities fraud by allegedly making false statements about their financial health between May and November of this year.
Plaintiff alleges auto dealer and bank conspired in deceptive financing scheme
In a lawsuit filed on December 5th in Brooklyn's Eastern District Court of New York against Generation Kia Inc., Esran L. Boothe claims he was misled into an inflated car financing deal through deceptive practices involving electronic contracts...
UCS Trading Inc., an e-commerce business victimized by fraudsters sues The Moroccan Deal Inc., alleging deceptive investment scheme
In a striking legal move, UCS Trading Inc., an e-commerce company based in New York City has filed a lawsuit against The Moroccan Deal Inc., accusing them along with two individuals of orchestrating a fraudulent investment scheme involving...