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Apr 24, 2025

Brookhaven honors Frank Rivera for efforts in sarcoidosis advocacy

Councilmembers Jane Bonner and Neil Manzella of the Town of Brookhaven have acknowledged Frank Rivera for his advocacy work in support of individuals with sarcoidosis, an uncommon inflammatory disease.

Apr 24, 2025

Mother-Infant Daughter Pair Found at Gilgo Identified; No Evidence Linking Rex Heurermann

"Although Tanya and Tatiana have commonly been linked to the Gilgo Beach serial killings because the timing and locations of their recovered remains, we are not discounting the possibility that their cases are unrelated from that investigation," said Homicide Det. Lt. Stephen Fitzpatrick.

Apr 24, 2025

Brookhaven Town Hosts Free Rabies Clinic, Providing Vital Vaccinations to Suffolk Pets

The event, held at Brookhaven’s Animal Shelter on Horseblock Road, provided free rabies vaccinations to 183 dogs, cats, and ferrets, ensuring the health and safety of pets throughout the community.

Apr 24, 2025

William Floyd annual music faculty concert to support student scholarships

The William Floyd Music Faculty Scholarship Concert is scheduled for April 25 at 6 pm, to be held in the William Floyd High School auditorium.

Apr 24, 2025

NY Got Back $1.06 for Every $1 in Taxes Sent to DC

NY Got Back $1.06 for Every $1 in Taxes Sent to DC

Apr 24, 2025

Stony Brook University awards seed grants for faculty-led research conferences

Stony Brook University has awarded seed grants to ten faculty members, supporting them in hosting research conferences on campus throughout the next year.

Apr 24, 2025

Time Warp Takes on South Shore Once More: Patchogue Theatre, Meet 'Rocky Horror' Tour

Original "Columbia" actress Nell Campbell will host. Tickets are $43-$83, and go on sale on Friday, April 25th at 10 a.m.

Apr 24, 2025

Student Loan Repayments are Coming Back Online

Beginning May 5, the Department of Education will begin collecting on these debts even if involuntary. Beginning May 5, the Department of Education will begin collecting on these debts even if involuntary. Like with other debts, the government will use wage garnishments, withhold of tax refunds, and other recoverable benefits to repay the taxpayer.

Apr 23, 2025

Longwood Stops Hills Streak

The Longwood Lady Lions football team have ended Half Hollow Hills winning streak with a 20-13 home win.

Apr 23, 2025

Wildcats Have a Winter of Champions

This week Shoreham-Wading River winter student-athletes were honored at the Board of Education meeting by Athletic Director Mr. Eric Bramoff.

Apr 23, 2025

Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer Eprine Home Care Engaged in Pregnancy Discrimination

Yaniris Mejia has filed a lawsuit against her former employer Eprine Home Care for alleged pregnancy discrimination and wrongful termination related to her high-risk pregnancy leave.

Apr 23, 2025

Wrongfully convicted man sues NYPD after 37-year battle to prove innocence

Keith Roberts has filed a lawsuit against several NYPD officers and the City of New York after spending nearly four decades clearing his name from a wrongful murder conviction.

Apr 23, 2025

Staller Center announces diverse Fall 2025 season lineup

The Staller Center for the Arts will present a diverse lineup for its Fall 2025 season, offering performances that span various genres and cater to different audiences.

Apr 23, 2025

Stony Brook University hosts pilot "Bring Your Child to Work Day

Stony Brook University hosted a "Bring Your Child to Work Day" on April 17, welcoming 30 children aged 9 to 12.

Apr 23, 2025

Stony Brook University's Melville Library Galleria renovation boosts study and community space

The Melville Library at Stony Brook University, a hub for student activity and community-building, recently underwent a renovation to enhance its Galleria space.

Apr 23, 2025

Suffolk County Community College awarded Military Friendly School designation for 2025-2026

Suffolk County Community College has been recognized as a Military Friendly School for the 2025-2026 academic year, achieving a silver designation from militaryfriendly.com.

Apr 23, 2025

Geico sues New York pharmacy over alleged $3 million insurance fraud scheme involving fake prescriptions

Insurance company Government Employees Insurance Company (GEICO) has filed a lawsuit against a New York-based pharmacy and its associates for allegedly orchestrating an elaborate insurance fraud scheme.

Apr 23, 2025

Passenger sues Republic Airways after unsecured service cart crushes foot during landing

A passenger has filed a lawsuit against airline company Republic Airways Inc., following an injury sustained during a flight.

Apr 23, 2025

SBU chapter excels at AIChE Mid-Atlantic Student Regional Conference

Stony Brook University's American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) chapter participated in the 2025 AIChE Mid-Atlantic Student Regional Conference, hosted by Lehigh University on April 25 and 26.

Apr 23, 2025

The Patriots Are Patriotic

This weekend the Three Village softball team honored local veterans during their annual military tribute game.

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Education

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.


Opinion

Santos Behind Bars Week Three: From Prestige to Prison

I went from standing at the pinnacle of power and prestige, attending galas, navigating multimillion-dollar fundraisers in glittering Manhattan apartments and Long Island mansions, to the rock bottom of federal confinement.


Local

Men Rescued from Capsized Sailboat in Great South Bay

Suffolk County Police Marine Bureau officers rescued two people from the Great South Bay.