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Bellport Students Visit Lady Liberty
Serving as a beacon of light to legal immigrants who eventually became United States citizens via Ellis Island, Bellport students saw firsthand the historic poem etched inside the Statue of Liberty, titled "The New Colossus:"
Earth's Temperature Extremes
While we may be feeling a little uncomfortable at present, the temperatures are not as bad as the 102° record measured on Long Island in 1999 or the state high of 108° at Troy in July of 1926. It's a good thing we're not in the appropriately named Death Valley in California, where the thermometer topped out at 134° in 1913, which, by the way, is the world record.
Heat Wave Swelters Northeast
A heat dome parked over the eastern U.S. is bringing temperatures well into the 90s for over 11 million Americans in 14 states. Long Island's sea breezes are keeping things a little cooler, with the thermometer in the high 80s as heat advisories and air quality alerts are in effect.
Families Suffer While Politicians Refuse to Reduce the Debt
A recent survey found that almost half of Americans consider themselves broke, while two-thirds consider themselves to be living paycheck to paycheck. Politicians would like to blame you and how you manage your personal finances.
Suffolk's Elite Honored
The award is named in memory of the legendary educator, official, and coach Gaetano "Butch" Dellecave. 16 school districts in Suffolk County have a partnership with the award organizers.
Biden Election Order Under Scrutiny
The Administration Committee has issued subpoenas to 15 agencies within the Biden administration to determine if an Executive Order he issued to engage them in the 2024 election is unconstitutional.
NY Courts Order the 'Parents Replacement Act' back on the ballot in November
The so-called 'Equal Rights Amendment' (ERA) will return to the NY ballot in November after being previously removed by the State Supreme Court.
Fustal Chooses Ferreira
"It's always an honor getting called up to the US Futsal National Team," said Ferreira. "We have the first-ever Women's FIFA Futsal World Cup coming up in 2025, as well as CONCAAF Qualifiers soon, so I'm very excited for that and what the future holds for US Futsal." "Futsal" is an indoor version of soccer that is played on a "basketball" sized field that is 40 by 20 meters. Fustal is becoming more and more popular and it's smaller rosters make Ferreira's inclusion even more impressive. Compared to the 11 players on a soccer field, Futsal fields teams of five players (one of which is a goalkeeper). They also use a smaller and heavier ball which leads to it being less bouncy and puts an emphasis on passing, receiving, dribbling and moving while under pressure.
Our Local Greatest Generation at One Hundred Years Old
Iconic News Anchor and Author, Tom Brokaw
Beating Down the Golden Goose
Clark entered the league with a fan fervor that has never been seen at the women's basketball level before. Even the most celebrated and best known women's player could walk down the street and would barely be recognized and then came Caitlin Clark. With her fun and dominating style of play and her easy to market likeability the WNBA seemed to have their greatest star ready for super stardom. The league, and every player in it, would soon benefit from Clark's obvious allure. But, it seems that jealousy and envy (at the very least) have become more of an agenda than elevating the league.
Estate Planning for Teachers
A: Summer is the best time to check items off your "to-do" list that get pushed off during the busy school year.  You just spent the last ten months teaching and giving everything you have to your students.  It is now time to do something for yourself, which will ultimately help you truly enjoy that summer vacation.
Academics and Athletics Are a Perfect Mix
The William Floyd High School senior played multiple positions for the Colonials. He played multiple positions including safety, running back, kick returner, punt returner and wide receiver during his three years as a varsity starter for the Colonials. But, he is probably best known for his achievements as the team's kicker where he set the school record for the longest field goal.
Back to Back For New York State's Best
Augustine won his second consecutive State Championship this week with a breathtaking performance. Not only did he win the Steeplechase, but his time of 9:11.67 broke the Suffolk County Steeplechase record.
Wilson and Colon Grab Top Honors
Wilson's accomplishments are just as impressive. The 5'9", 215 pounder has an All-State honors to his name to go along with an All-County, two All Division, and three time All county wrestler.
Jackson Hits His Way to a Player of the Year
Jackson, who is originally from Medford, NY, received All-Region Second Team accolades, along with First Team All-Conference honors, now adds Player of the Year to his impressive resume.
Oh, Those Crafty Lefties
In the new world of MLB we have so much bullpen usage that betting on, or against, a starter is even more difficult, but those crafty lefties still hold value. What is the real value though are fading teams who struggle against the southpaws. In 2024 we have a number of teams who have really begun the year with the inability to hit lefties and it has cashed numerous tickets so far.
MVP Molini
Molini, who is just a junior, was an instrumental part of the Colonials both on the mound and with the bat. When you look over his stats on the season it's hard to decide where he had a bigger impact, and that's a testament to his dual dominance.
Cuban Missile Crisis Evoked as Russian Warships Dock in Caribbean
In a situation that stirs up memories of the Cuban Missile Crisis during the Kennedy administration, Russia has deployed a Naval fleet to the island 90 miles from the U.S., including an armed frigate and nuclear submarine.
SCPD Detective Honored for Courageous Comeback
Detective Guerrero, a member of the department since 2010, conducted a traffic stop of a stolen vehicle on September 22, 2014. As then-Officer Guerrero and another officer approached the vehicle, the driver fled, striking Officer Guerrero, who was left unconscious in the roadway.
Local Leaders in Brookhaven Meets with Community Group
LaValle was joined by New York State Senator Dean Murray, Suffolk County Legislator Nick Caracappa, Brookhaven Councilman Michael A. Loguercio Jr., Brookhaven Tax Receiver Lou Marcoccia, and New York State Assemblyman Joe DeStefano's Chief of Staff, Alice Painter.
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Plaintiff Alleges Medical Malpractice Against NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn
A Brooklyn resident has filed a lawsuit against NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn and several doctors alleging medical malpractice during her treatment in June 2021.
Insurance Firm Sues Beneficiaries Over Alleged Overpayment Dispute
Wilton Reassurance Life Company of New York is suing two beneficiaries for allegedly retaining overpaid death benefits totaling more than $137,000 following Emma Beckley's passing in August 2023.
Plaintiff alleges logistics companies' negligence led to $1M loss
CJC Distributors has filed a lawsuit against several logistics companies for alleged mismanagement leading to a $1 million loss of goods intended for delivery from Nevada to New York.