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Suffolk County Community College completes innovative summer camps on wind energy
Suffolk County Community College has announced the successful completion of its recent Summer High School Offshore Wind Turbines course, aimed at introducing high school students to the growing field of wind energy. The college conducted two separate summer sessions, providing a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience.
Three WFHS students named among top 100 football players by Newsday
Three student-athletes from William Floyd High School have been named among Newsday's top 100 football players for the upcoming fall season. Seniors Geo Alvarez, Derek Amato, and Aaron Fisher are recognized for their outstanding performances and are expected to make significant contributions in their final high school season.
Consumer Sues Pixi, Inc. Cosmetics for Deceptive Claims Regarding Collagen
A recent class action lawsuit has been filed against a prominent cosmetics company, alleging deceptive marketing practices regarding its "Collagen" product line. The complaint, filed by Brian Kelly in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York on August 12, 2024, accuses Pixi, Inc. of misleading consumers by falsely advertising that their products contain collagen.
Uniondale Union Free School District Accused of Racial Discrimination
A middle school student's mother has filed a lawsuit against a school district, alleging racial discrimination and harassment by a teacher. The complaint was filed by Krystal Moses on behalf of her daughter J.M., in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York on August 26, 2024, naming the Uniondale Union Free School District and several individuals as defendants.
Scouting Stonehll Before The Seawolves Home Opener
The Stony Brook Seawolves have their home opener this weekend against the Stonehill Skyhawks.
Consumer sues Pixi, Inc. cosmetics for deceptive claims regarding collagen
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Pixi Inc., accusing it of falsely advertising its cosmetic products as containing collagen when they actually do not. Plaintiff Brian Kelly seeks compensatory damages among other forms of relief for himself and similarly affected consumers.
Uniondale Union Free School District accused of racial discrimination
A middle school student has filed a lawsuit against a New York school district alleging racial discrimination and harassment by a teacher during the last academic year. The complaint details multiple instances of derogatory remarks and unfair treatment based on race, prompting legal action seeking compensatory and punitive damages.
Brentwood Man Indicted for Fleeing Fatal Crash Involving Motorcyclist
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced today that Manuel Gomez, 46, of Brentwood, has been indicted for Leaving the Scene of an Incident Without Reporting and other related charges. Gomez is accused of operating a motor vehicle while his driving privileges in New York State were suspended and subsequently leaving the scene of a crash that resulted in the death of Andres Eloy Khammach La Cruz, 31, also from Brentwood.
Visually-Impaired Plaintiff Sues Hospitality Company Over Website Accessibility Issues
A visually-impaired man has filed a class-action lawsuit against a prominent hospitality company, alleging that its website is inaccessible to blind and visually-impaired users. Victor Andrews filed the complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York on August 16, 2024, against Grupo Gitano, LLC.
Brookhaven National Lab Announces Winners of 2024 Joanna Fowler Award
The Chemistry Division at the U.S. Department of Energy's Brookhaven National Laboratory and Brookhaven Women in Science (BWIS) have announced Paris Watson of Johns Hopkins University, Michele Myong of Brookhaven Lab, and Edelmy Marin Bernardez of Stony Brook University as the recipients of the 2024 Joanna Fowler Award in the Chemical and Biochemical Sciences. Each recipient will receive an award of $3,500, funded by BWIS and Brookhaven Lab's Chemistry Division, Energy & Photon Sciences Directorate, and Human Resources.
JPMorgan Chase Bank Sues Construction Company Over Misappropriated Real Estate Funds
In a compelling case of alleged financial misconduct, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. has filed a lawsuit against GDV Builders Corp., Rock the Gasper Equities, LLC, and Gasper D. Vitale. The complaint was lodged in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York on August 15, 2024.
Former Employee Alleges FedEx Fostered Hostile Work Environment Due to Gender and Sexual Orientation
In a striking case of alleged workplace discrimination, a former employee has taken legal action against a major multinational corporation. On August 13, 2024, Briana Gonzalez filed a complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York against Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), Carmine Alessandro, Trishal Persaud, and Timothy Johnson.
Adaptive Tricycles Enhance Mobility Options in the William Floyd School District
On September 3, 2024, John S. Hobart Elementary School featured an event showcasing AmTrykes adaptive tricycles. Attendees included Ravi Seeram, assistant director of special education at William Floyd School District; Dr. Stacey Scalise, assistant superintendent for elementary instruction; Debbie Metz, president of AMBUCS LI and the Kyle Sports for Special Needs inclusion program; Kyle Meier, vice president of Kyle Sports for Special Needs; and James Westcott, principal of John S. Hobart Elementary School.
NYMRC Director Promises a 'Ton of Fun' at Annual Turtle (Bar) Crawl
"We have five breweries participating this year (Twin Fork, Long Ireland, Tradewinds, North Fork and übergeek)," said Maxine Montello, executive director of the New York Marine Rescue Center (NYMRC). "A purchased ticket covers a crawl T-shirt, discounts at each brewery, a chance to win prizes and a ton of fun."
Biochemistry Major Hector Romero Garcia Recognized for Cancer Research Efforts
Hector Romero Garcia '26, the URECA researcher of the month for September, is a biochemistry major who joined Christopher Clarke's Lipid Cancer Laboratory this past summer as a participant in the SUNY SOAR summer program. The Clarke research lab at the Stony Brook Cancer Center investigates alterations in sphingolipid metabolism involved in cancer development, progression, and response to cancer therapies.
Ultramarathoner Wai Law Raises Over $20K With a Grueling 200-mile run
Wai Law achieved two significant milestones over the Labor Day weekend by running 200 miles in just under 55 hours and raising more than $20,000 for charity. Law, an accountant and ultramarathon runner from Bethpage, NY, completed 50 four-mile loops in Levittown during his fourth and most ambitious charity run. The event aimed to raise funds and awareness for the Thomas Hartman Center for Parkinson's Research and Agape Meals for Kids.
Be Careful With Week 1 Trends ... But Here They Are
The NFL season brings out sports bettors more than any other sport and this year it's expected to be no different. Week 1 offers a unique situation for those who are in the know. The opening week of the season is met with the public jumping on a few key areas that professionals usually steer clear of. Whether it be the local media hyping up the public's hometown team or the mainstream media pushing the hot franchise that everyone loves, it's a time where the lines will get thrown off by perception, as opposed to reality. This can amount to as much as a 3 point difference in the perceived line vs. what the line should be.
DOE Announces RENEW Initiative Support for Five Pathway Summer Schools
As part of the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Reaching a New Energy Sciences Workforce (RENEW) initiative, Brookhaven Lab and Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility will collaborate on an immersive summer school designed to provide college freshmen and recent high school graduates with working knowledge and skills for "big data" and artificial intelligence/machine learning. The summer school will utilize a hybrid model, reflecting how modern-day science is performed, while leveraging the unique strengths and capabilities of each lab. Big data applications will include those developed for the future Electron-Ion Collider — a collaborative project between the two laboratories — and additional laboratory-specific topics.
Stony Brook Receives Historic Collection Documenting Fight for Fire Island Preservation
Sixty years ago, a grassroots movement worked to preserve Fire Island, one of New York's most treasured natural landscapes. Today, the movement's legacy lives on as Stony Brook University Libraries has received a historic donation chronicling the battle that led to the creation of the Fire Island National Seashore (FINS), a United States National Seashore that protects a 26-mile section of Fire Island.
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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.
President Trump Saves College Sports
This past week President Trump released to the public his new executive order that he has said "Saves College Sports".
Manhattan Shooter Was Targeting The NFL
New York Mayor Eric Adams has said that the gunman who killed 4 people at the Manhattan office building was targeting the NFL headquarters but took the wrong elevator.