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The Role of Pooled Income Trusts in Qualifying for Community Medicaid
A: The short answer is "maybe." Medicaid for long-term care for New Yorkers over 65 years old has both income and asset rules for eligibility. To qualify for services, the applicant's countable assets must be under $31,175 in 2024. Tax-deferred retirement accounts, prepaid irrevocable funeral contracts, and various other types of assets are not counted toward this limit.
Back to Status Quo for Suffolk's State Delegation
There's a one seat change in Suffolk's state legislative delegation with the Democrats taking back a position they lost two years ago in Northern Brookhaven.
Healthcare provider accused of breaching patient confidentiality by sharing data with advertisers
A new class-action lawsuit accuses a major healthcare provider of violating patient confidentiality laws by sharing sensitive health information with LinkedIn without consent.
Learning Care Group accused of labor violations by former employees
A lawsuit has been filed against Learning Care Group, Inc. and Everbrook Academy, LLC, alleging labor law violations affecting employees. On October 31, Aamaityah Vaughan and Gladys Taveras filed a complaint, claiming the companies failed to provide timely wages and retaliated against whistleblowers.
Plaintiff alleges Southampton Volunteer Ambulance Corporation fired EMT over pregnancy discrimination
A former Southampton Volunteer Ambulance Corporation (SVA) employee has filed a lawsuit alleging workplace discrimination. On October 28, Kayla Lebenns filed a complaint against SVA, claiming she was unlawfully terminated due to her pregnancy and gender.
Plaintiff alleges major airlines' negligence led to passenger's death
A lawsuit has been filed by Hershel Breuer against American Airlines and British Airways following his brother's death from an asthma attack during a flight.
Eastport-South Manor Dedicates 'First Responder Plaza' in Riveting Nov. 1 Ceremony
"This plaza will serve as a daily reminder to our students, athletes and visitors of the sacrifice you make to keep us safe," said Joseph A. Steimel, Superintendent of Schools in the district. "It is a testament to the values we hold dear as a community: courage, compassion and service above self."
It's Over: 2024 Election Is History
Knock and Drag operations are underway across Suffolk as the political parties work to GOTV.
Stony Brook University installs eleven endowed faculty members
Eleven faculty members from Stony Brook University were officially installed in endowed positions on October 25 at the Charles B. Wang Center Theater.
Stony Brook University installs 11 endowed faculty members
Eleven faculty members at Stony Brook University were officially installed into endowed positions during a ceremony held on October 25 at the Charles B. Wang Center Theater.
Stony Brook University honors young leaders in diverse fields
Stony Brook University celebrated its 2024 Class of 40 Under Forty on October 24, recognizing young alumni who have made significant contributions in various fields.
First generation week at Stony Brook celebrates pioneering college students
Stony Brook University is celebrating First Generation Week, an annual event that recognizes and supports students who are the first in their families to attend college.
Suffolk County Community College honored as best for vets again
Military Times has recognized Suffolk County Community College as a Best for Vets college for the sixth consecutive year.
Stony Brook student excels in astrophysics research while engaging campus community
Ryan Brady, a senior at Stony Brook University (SBU), has been recognized as the URECA researcher of the month for November.
Peace activists discuss solutions amid escalating Israel-Palestine conflict
The recent escalation of violence in Israel and Palestine has left many feeling powerless and frustrated, while others around the world seek a clearer understanding of the conflict.
Ward Melville Runs To The Finish
Joey Benedetto rushed for 251 yards and three touchdowns on 17 carries to lead host Ward Melville. Benedetto had touchdown runs of 28, 97 and 5 yards. Ward Melville (7-1) rushed for 369 yards on 31 carries. Hudson Philbrick threw a 29-yard TD pass to Jesse Spronck and a 24-yard score to Logan Seta. JJ Alcindor had five carries for 86 yards and a TD. Joey Karpowicz had three interceptions.
The Wildcats Head Are Champs
They saved the best for last with their best performance of the season as they received a score of 92.20.
Major Haydée Feliciano, Strategic Airlift Nurse
Achieving her dream of becoming a nurse, Haydée Feliciano enlisted in the Air Force and was sent to serve in Desert Storm with an Aeromedical Evacuation Unit that brought wounded soldiers home.
A Reflection on Our Veterans (From Nothing More than a Keyboard Warrior By Comparison)
To Veterans, to all who have given, and would give their lives to save others: thank you for your service.
New York State Screws Over Suffolk County Volunteer Fire Departments
Suffolk County Volunteer Fire Departments Frozen Out of Some Funds – Awarded Others
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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.
Are The Mets Going with a Youth Movement?
It’s hard to believe that the New York Mets, with a billionaire owner, might opt for a youth movement after spending so much on a star player like Juan Soto just last season, but that nightmare might become a reality for Amazin’ fans.
Bowl Season Brings Value
The new landscape of college football has brought many changes, and the transfer portal has significantly affected bowl games. More and more players are opting out of bowl games if their teams aren’t in the College Football Playoff, and while that is disappointing for fans, it gives sports bettors an edge.