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A1 Cares Foundation: Long Island-Based Roofing Company Starts Non-Profit Charity to Help Those in Need
A1 Roofing is a company that has deep roots in the Long Island community, having built a stellar reputation for keeping the roofs of homes and businesses in the region drip-free and safe as can be for over 40 years and counting. A1 is headquartered in Port Jefferson Station and...
Labor law opens local business up to lawsuits
The Medford Dairy Queen owners and sisters, Michelle Robey and Patricia DeMint, of Center Moriches, were recently hit by a class action lawsuit, which included a decades-old labor law aiming to protect manual laborers, possibly forcing them to consider selling. THE LAW. New York State Labor Law requires “manual workers”...
Three Big Lots stores in NY set to close. Find out where
Three New York Big Lots locations will close this year as the discount retailer struggles with a tough consumer market. In a filing to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in early July, Big Lots said it planned to close 35 to 40 stores this year and open three. The company reported 1,392...
SBU News: Dr. Dino Martins to become director of Turkana Basin Institute
Stony Brook University announces that noted Kenyan entomologist and evolutionary biologist Dr. Dino J. Martins will begin serving as the director of the world-renowned Turkana Basin Institute beginning on September 1, 2024. Martins has served as the CEO of TBI (Kenya) Ltd. since August 1, 2022, and has been affiliated...
Ten Women’s Lacrosse Student-Athletes Selected to IWLCA Academic Honor Roll
NORTHBOROUGH, MASS. –The Stony Brook women's lacrosse team was recognized for their academic success in the classroom as 10 student-athletes earned IWLCA Division I Academic Honor Roll distinction, as announced on Wednesday afternoon. The coaches association honored 1,163 student-athletes from 112 institutions on the 2024 IWLCA Division I Academic...
New York Ranks 8th In Access To Mental Health Services: Study Reveals
The newest study by a behavioral health treatment center, The Dawn Rehab, has revealed some exciting news for New York!. It turns out that the state ranks eighth for access to mental health services. As support for mental health awareness and advocacy continues to grow, it's heartening to see that New York is stepping up to the plate in creating accessible support systems for those in need.
Lyft will send one-time payments from $38m sales tax settlement – but only if you used the app between specific dates
AMERICANS who used the Lyft app during a specific period could qualify for distributions from a recent settlement pot. The direct payment opportunity comes after a class action lawsuit was filed against the ride-share company by the New York State Attorney General (OAG). Lyft was accused in the suit of...
Sibling Success: Clarke Duo Dominates NYS Mixed Team Amateur Championship
(WNY News Now) – Stafford, N.Y. – Evan and Audrey Clarke triumphed at the 11th NYS Mixed Team Amateur Championship, achieving a stellar seven-under-par at Stafford Country Club. The brother-sister pair combined for seven birdies and an eagle, finishing five strokes ahead of the competition. The brother-sister duo...
Smithtown – Lovely 3 Bedroom Colonial!
Don’t miss this lovely Colonial in Smithtown School District. You’ll enjoy lots of natural light, hardwood floors, substantial bedrooms, a full basement, and lovely outdoor space. Located with close proximity to wonderful parks, restaurants, and shopping. 8 minutes to Stony Brook University, 3 minutes to train, and 13 minutes to stunning Short Beach.
Get Ready For 20,000 Kinds Of Drinks When 7 Brew Open New Stand In Wallingford
Known for its 20,000 different kinds of drinks ranging from coffee, smoothies, shakes, and teas, 7 Brew will open in New Haven County in Wallingford in September. Gracie Hughes, a spokesperson for the company, said the future coffee stand was dropped on site and will be located at 905 N. Colony Road.
8 years later, fight continues to get "Kyra's Law" passed in N.Y.
MANHASSET, N.Y. -- It has been eight years since a little Long Island girl died at the hands of her own father.Since then, her mother has worked to save other families from a similar fate.But the question many are asking is why hasn't her bill become law yet?Kyra Franchetti's tragic story Kyra Franchetti of Manhasset was shot and killed as she slept by her abusive father during a court-ordered visitation. He then doused the home with gasoline in what was determined to be a murder-suicide.Pain was etched on the faces of parents, their children, and community leaders as they sent a...
Woman Nabbed As Suspect In Murder Near Meriden CT Amtrak Station
The shooting of New Haven County resident Beth Ndwiga of Meriden occurred around 10 p.m., Monday, July 22, near the Meriden Green. According to an incident report obtained by Fox61 News, 32-year-old Maryiah Farrar of Meriden was charged with assault and conspiracy to commit assault on Tuesday, July 23. Meriden...
Smithtown Senior Center Garden Club Welcomes News 12 Meteorologist, Alex Calamia as Guest Speaker
The Town of Smithtown Senior Citizen Center hosted a fellow green thumb, and renowned News 12 Long Island meteorologist; Alex Calamia at the weekly Garden Club last week. Smithtown, N.Y. - The Town of Smithtown Senior Citizen Center hosted a fellow green thumb, and renowned News 12 Long Island meteorologist; Alex Calamia at the weekly Garden Club last week. On Thursday, July 18th, 2024. Calamia graciously shared gardening expertise with club members offering his knowledge and insight on a range of gardening content.
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