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Drew Scott joins Brookhaven Town as director of communications
Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico has appointed Drew Scott as the new Director of Communications, effective October 14. The announcement marks a transition for Scott from his long-standing career in broadcast journalism to a governmental role.
Councilwoman Bonner engages Miller Place High School students on local governance
On October 10, Town of Brookhaven Councilwoman Jane Bonner engaged with students from Miller Place High School in Tara Penske’s 12th Grade Civics classes. The discussion focused on her role and responsibilities within local government, as well as those of her colleagues on the Town Board. Councilwoman Bonner addressed the students' questions and encouraged them to consider careers in government, emphasizing their potential impact on their communities.
Brookhaven Animal Shelter hosts Halloween dog costume parade with free adoptions
The Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is organizing its annual "Howl-o-ween Doggie Costume Parade" on Saturday, October 27, from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Children attending the event are encouraged to wear costumes and participate in "Trick or Treating," with opportunities for photos alongside the "costumed canines."
Former police officer accuses Southampton municipality of national origin discrimination
Nelson Gonzalez has taken legal action against the Town of Southampton alleging racial discrimination during his tenure as a police officer there. Filed on October 1st in New York's Eastern District Court; this case involves claims regarding workplace hostility rooted in national origin bias alongside retaliatory measures following complaints about such conduct.
On Senior Day William Floyd Gets a Big Win
William Floyd also celebrated senior day on Saturday, honoring the soccer team's 18 senior players in a pregame ceremony. Congratulations to Julian Podstupka, Marcelo Depaz, Liam Mehmel, Alex Maurina, Jeronimo Moran, Ilyass Roumaidi, DJ Blankenship, Johnny Volpe, Matthew Dongvort, Abrahem Riaz, Scott Eriksen, Adrien Caraballo, Lucas Matz, Jazai Kidd, Braeden Vaughan, Aaron Land, Steven Salamanca and Josh Rodriguez!
Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending Oct. 5
2 gas stations had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Eagen on celestial classes at Vanderbilt Planetarium: 'I like to think of out-of-the-box ways to practice yoga'
For those whose exercise routine is in a rut, the Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium in Centerport has a possible boredom buster with a program that adds a celestial element to yoga.
Trump Surges in the Betting Markets
It seems the more Kamala Harris talks the more she loses steam in the betting market.
Longwood Soccer Kicks Cancer
The Kicks for a Cure raises funds for women's cancer research. Besides wearing pink and showing everyone their support to fight cancer, each player raised donations to give to the foundation.
Local Officials Red Hot After 'Fast and Furious' Incident
Local officials came out in force in response to a town-wide "Fast and Furious" incident that threatened motorists and left a young woman severely injured.
'We Got You Florida!' Say the Pararescue Airmen from the 106th Rescue Wing
The New York Air National Guard deployed 24 pararescue Airmen from the 106th Rescue Wing which is based at F.S. Gabreski Air National Guard Base in Westhampton Beach.
Suffolk County Family Fun Day at Southhaven County Park
Suffolk County Family Fun Day at Southhaven County Park is coming up this Saturday at Southhaven Park from 11am-6pm.
For the Lost: Locally-Shot 'Christmas Eve in Miller's Point' Captures the Free Spirit of Priceless LI Lore-Keepers
The first trailer for “Christmas Eve in Miller’s Point," Courtesy of IFC Films, was released on Wednesday, Oct. 9, with a seemingly intentional, era-appropriate voice-over to set the tone.
Stunning Renovation of the Tiana Life-Saving Station
It was the place of the sentries charged with searching the sea for ships gone asunder on Eastern Long Island's treacherous shoals. It was manned by an all-African-American crew and was the home of the famous Neptune Beach Club. Now, the Tiana Life Saving Station in East Quogue is nearing the completion of a stunning restoration that returns the 1912 monument to its historic glory.
Brookhaven develops world's highest voltage polarized electron gun for collider project
Scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy's Brookhaven National Laboratory have developed a high-voltage polarized electron gun, marking a significant advancement for the Electron-Ion Collider (EIC) project. This collider, a joint effort with the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility, aims to accelerate and collide polarized electrons with protons and ions to explore fundamental aspects of visible matter.
Bonner hosts successful recycling event in Miller Place
On October 5, Councilwoman Jane Bonner hosted a recycling event at the Rose Caracappa Senior Citizen Cultural & Wellness Center in Miller Place. The event provided an opportunity for residents to dispose of electronic devices, shred old paper documents, and safely discard prescription drugs. Participants arrived in 517 vehicles, contributing 7,260 pounds of electronic waste, 16,600 pounds of paper for shredding, and 12 boxes of prescription drugs.
East Quogue man indicted for first-degree murder in alleged torture case
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the indictment of Jeremy Allen, 43, from East Quogue, on charges including Murder in the First Degree for the alleged torture and murder of Christopher Hahn, also 43.
Bellport man indicted following record fentanyl seizure in Suffolk
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the indictment of Remon Gibson, 43, from Bellport, on charges including Operating as a Major Trafficker. The charges follow what is described as the largest fentanyl seizure in Suffolk history. Law enforcement reportedly discovered 33 pounds of illegal narcotics at Gibson's residence, consisting of approximately 7 kilograms of fentanyl and 8 kilograms of cocaine.
Election Law Expert Weighs in on Unconstitutional Even Year Election Law
The way the state legislature went about moving these local elections violated the state constitution. What the Judge says is that sure, you can go and have your local elections moved to an even year, but that has to come from the local government not dictated by the state government.
Suffolk County Police Department Responds to Multiple Illegal Drift Racing Incidents
In just 24 hours, the Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) sent officers to illegal street takeover incidents in Patchogue, Shirley, Sound Beach, and Miller Place.
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Plaintiff Linkedto Partners LLC Accuses Digital Asset Firm DeFi Technologies Inc. of Securities Fraud
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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...