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NH News Recap: Health insurance changes and a new season of Bear Brook
Looming changes to Medicaid and Medicare in New Hampshire are leaving recipients with questions, and the first episodes of the latest season of NHPR podcast "Bear Brook" are now available.
Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science Celebrates 10 Years of Leadership, Expands into Engineering
The Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science at Stony Brook University is celebrating 10 years under the leadership of Executive Director Laura Lindenfeld. Since its launch in 2009, the Center has spent more than 15 years helping experts in the sciences communicate their work. Now three years out from its 20th anniversary, the Center, under
Nurses at four Endeavor Health hospitals seek to join Teamsters
Nurses at Evanston Hospital and three other Endeavor Health facilities across the North Shore are officially seeking to unionize. Teamsters Local 734 filed a petition — covering more than 2,000 nurses at the Evanston, Skokie, Glenbrook and Highland Park hospitals — with the National Labor Relations Board on Thursday asking for a union election. Nurses...
Stony Brook Researchers David Miloschewsky and Supartha Podder Resolve a Decades-Old Puzzle About the Limits of Quantum Computing
Finding a path through a maze is hard, even for quantum algorithms. A quantum computer can find the exit of a certain kind of maze far faster than a classical computer. But can it also give you directions? David Miloschewsky and Supartha Podder of Stony Brook University’s Department of Computer Science have proven that finding
Nathanan Tantivasadakarn Named a 2026 Packard Fellow
Stony Brook University Assistant Professor Nathanan Tantivasadakarn has been named a 2026 Packard Fellow from the David & Lucile Packard Foundation.
Conan O'Brien met his match on 'Subway Takes.' She's a 68-year-old bar owner from Brooklyn.
O'Brien was killing it on the popular internet talk show. Then Debbie Shields sat down next to him.
The Politics Hour: On the road in Prince George's County with U.S. Sen. Angela Alsobrooks and Council Chair Krystal Oriadha
U.S. Senator Angela Alsobrooks on what's at stake in the upcoming midterm elections and Prince George's County Council Chair Krystal Oriadha on the widening controversy over county grant money.
Op-ed: Brooklyn’s small businesses can’t wait any longer on child care
Brooklyn is home to more than 74,000 businesses, and the vast majority are small. You cannot build a competitive workforce, or a healthy economy, on top of a broken child care system.
Students share science lessons at Walk Walton
Students Journey Hicks and Scarlett Brooks presented their water filtering experiment to visitors at the Walk Walton event on Oct. 18.
Populous and Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment Debut Phase Three of Barclays Center Transformation
Brooklyn-inspired hospitality spaces and a reimagined fan arrival experience advance a long-term vision for the arena.——–A reimagined 9,000-square-foot hospitality destination was also debuted and inspired by the layered evolution of Brooklyn’s Dumbo neighborhood and Barclays Center’s tradition of celebrating the borough through thoughtfully designed spaces. Steel trusses span the high ceilings, while brick and concrete finishes […]
Populous and Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment Debut Phase Three of Barclays Center Transformation
Brooklyn-inspired hospitality spaces and a reimagined fan arrival experience advance a long-term vision for the arena.——–A reimagined 9,000-square-foot hospitality destination was also debuted and inspired by the layered evolution of Brooklyn’s Dumbo neighborhood and Barclays Center’s tradition of celebrating the borough through thoughtfully designed spaces. Steel trusses span the high ceilings, while brick and concrete finishes […]
Brookshire Brothers opening new location with premier outdoor entertainment venue Nov. 11
Brookshire Brothers will open the doors to its newest Lufkin location at 6 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, bringing an enhanced grocery shopping experience, expanded services and a premier outdoor entertainment
Charlotte Hornets tip off regular season against Brooklyn Nets
Wednesday marks the official beginning of the Charlotte Hornets 2026-2027 season, and you can see the action for free on Channel 9!
Integrating working equids into one health and disaster risk management in Senegal
Analysis in English on Senegal about Agriculture, Drought and Flood; published on 21 Oct 2026 by the Brooke
White House S&T Strategy Reframes National Security Tech
Brooks Consulting's Chuck Brooks, a GovCon Expert, examines the White House’s 2026 National Security Science & Technology Strategy.
Renovated Brook Farmhouse now home to Mohonk Preserve’s science programs
A natural history...
NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County Celebrates Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Brooklyn, NY – NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County hosted its annual Breast Cancer Awareness Month Celebration Event, bringing together patients,
Head of the class: URI quantum physics students work as teaching assistants for Brookhaven National Laboratory
KINGSTON, R.I. – Oct. 20, 2026 – As a sophomore at the University of Rhode Island three years ago, Morgan Beck ’26 began diving deep into the world of quantum physics, wanting to learn more about the branch of science that studies matter and energy at the most fundamental level. At that time, Beck—a 2025 […]
Brooklyn Nets season preview: Opening schedule, win projection and what to know for 2026-27
John Turturro, thief of New York characters, adds a capstone in 'The Last Pickpocket in New York'
John Turturro grew up in Hollis, Queens, and has lived in Park Slope, Brooklyn, since 1988
Seminoles Mourn the Passing of Former Coach Chuck Amato
He was a fixture on the Florida State sideline for 27 years, and coached many of the program's greatest defensive stars, like Derrick Brooks and Corey Simon. to name a few.
Proposed New Visa for Home Health Aides and Nursing Assistants: What Healthcare Staffing Companies Need to Know
A new policy proposal published by the Brookings Institution recommends creating a temporary work visa that would let US employers sponsor foreign home health aides, personal care aides, and nursing assistants to help ease a growing shortage of caregivers. The September 29 proposal, authored by Brookings scholar Tara Watson through the Hamilton Project, would create an “H-1D” visa category built specifically for the direct-care workforce, launching as a pilot program of 30,000 visas per year. It would require employers to pay wages near the top of the local market, guarantee workers a minimum number of weekly hours, and contemplate a potential pathway to permanent residence after six years, although implementing that pathway would require additional changes to immigration law. The H-1D is only a proposal at this point. No H-1D legislation has been enacted, and employers cannot currently sponsor workers under this proposed classification. But if the idea gains traction, healthcare staffing companies could find themselves with both a significant recruiting opportunity and a new set of compliance obligations. This Insight walks through the proposal’s general immigration and employment requirements, then turns to the specific opportunities and challenges it could create for staffing firms.
Vandals hit NYC subway OMNY readers in apparent political protest
NEW YORK — Cops are looking for a group of vandals who took a drill to a bank of One Metro New York, or OMNY, readers at a Brooklyn subway
Vandals hit NYC subway OMNY readers in apparent political protest
NEW YORK — Cops are looking for a group of vandals who took a drill to a bank of One Metro New York, or OMNY, readers at a Brooklyn subway station, apparently as a political protest. The subway sabota...
Dee Snider to induct wife into Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame
Suzette Guilot-Snider created Twisted Sister’s iconic, trend-setting fashion Fashion designer Suzette Guilot-Snider will be inducted into the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) at their Stony Brook Village location at 97 Main Street on Saturday, November 14th at 8:30 pm. Her husband, Twisted Sister lead singer and LIMEHOF Inductee Dee Snider, will […]
'Other Desert Cities' review: Julia Louis-Dreyfus debuts Broadway
A revival of Jon Robin Baitz's 'Other Desert Cities,' directed by John Benjamin Hickey, opens at Broadway's Hudson Theatre with a cast that includes Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Ed Harris and Allison Janney.
Sacha Baron Cohen Talks New Ali G Movie with Howard Stern
This week, Jimmy Kimmel Live! is broadcasting from the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) in New York City.
UAlbany football rips Golden Apple Trophy away from Stony Brook
UAlbany neutralized Stony Brook's pass rush, which led the nation with 24 sacks. The Seawolves finished with one sack and defensive end Khalid Bueno, first in FCS with 10 1/2 sacks, had none Saturday
Brook Park OKs less on-site parking at Browns stadium, shifting demand to nearby businesses
Businesses like Ampex Metal Products are weighing whether they want to be part of the game-day experience in Brook Park, where there's a projected need for 10,000 off-site parking spaces.
Candidates talk fighting for 7th District seat in Congress
As the midterms approach, Congressman Ryan McKenzie and Democratic candidate for Congress Bob Brooks talked about the race for Battleground Politics.
Raven-Symoné gets personal defending Kelly Clarkson in Brooklyn store feud
Raven-Symoné is defending Kelly Clarkson's right to speak out about the shopping experience that left the singer feeling slighted.
Cisco Expands Work With Hawks, Cavaliers, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment
Cisco is expanding its work with the Atlanta Hawks, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment (BSE) as the 2026-27 NBA season gets underway, providing digital infrastructure for their arenas...
Porter Jr.: Nets Home Games Felt Like Road Games
As LeBron James and a sea of rival fans invaded Barclays Center, Michael Porter Jr. challenged Brooklyn to reclaim its home court and end a losing culture.
Oct. 15: Why Feds Are Investigating Rep. Ilhan Omar and Why Science Journalist Cleo Abram is Optimistic about AI
Just weeks before the midterm elections, federal agents searched the home of Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., seizing her phone and issuing around a dozen subpoenas, two people familiar with the DOJ investigation told NBC News. NBC News senior justice reporter Ryan J. Reilly explains how the move fits into a broader trend of the DOJ going after President Trump’s perceived political enemies and why it’s so unusual to launch this kind of probe right before an election. Then, Cleo Abram is a video journalist and the host of the widely popular YouTube series “HUGE* if true” and “HUGE* conversations,” where she looks at the potential and the solutions offered by science and technology. Cleo talks about why she’s still a tech optimist in light of growing AI doomerism and how her interviews with industry leaders have shaped her perspective on security and regulation. Lastly, we wade into the internet’s favorite controversy this week: singer and TV personality Kelly Clarkson’s social media fight with a Brooklyn shop over a mechanical bird. NBC News entertainment correspondent Chloe Melas spills the tea on the back-and-forth – and why the bird is now going for $15 million.
Kelly Clarkson returns to the stage amid feud with Brooklyn store: ‘Are you all ready for a good night?’
The “Since U Been Gone” singer and the home goods store Art of Play have been locked in a dayslong fight over an animatronic bird.
Alsobrooks calls for crypto regulations as industry money flows into Maryland politics
Senator Angela Alsobrooks says the crypto industry needs federal regulation. So does the industry, which has spent millions in Maryland politics this year. What exactly do they want?
City of Pasadena Adaptive Sports Festival Returns November 7
PASADENA, Calif. – The City of Pasadena Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department (PRCS), in partnership with Triumph Foundation, will host the annual Pasadena Adaptive Sports Festival on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Brookside Park, 360 N. Arroyo Blvd. This free, inclusive event welcomes individuals of all abilities to experience […]
Draper small business outfits Garth Brooks' crew with custom hats
A small business owner in Draper turns a chance encounter with country music superstar Garth Brooks into an unforgettable experience.
The Politics of Heat, Homes, and Lobster Boats.
The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by First National Bank. MOUNT DESERT ISLAND REGION—The candidates’ forum focusing on House District 15 and incumbent Holly Eaton and Clifford Noyes last week spent a lot of time on the candidates’ thought of heating, communication with constituents, property taxes, education costs, and other issues. It also was a time for the community to ask their own questions and see two candidates up close and personal at the Southwest Harbor Fire Department firehouse. Jim Vallette organized the hour-long event, which was moderated by Carrie Jones of the Bar Harbor Story. Ken Rozsahegyi provided technical support for the congenial event. House District 15 serves Brooklin, Deer Isle, Eagle Island Township, Frenchboro, Isle au Haut, Marshall Island, Southwest Harbor, Stonington, Swan's Island, Tremont, and Vinalhaven. Jones advised as she began the question and answer part of the event, ”Treat everyone here like they are going to be the ones who might give you a ride in a rainstorm, pull your pet out of a burning building, or be the one grading your kids’ papers at school, okay?” She continued. “That’s it. Tonight isn’t meant to be a gotcha debate. The goal is to give people in the district a chance to get to know both candidates, hear what they care about, and understand what they’d actually try to accomplish in Augusta.” The questions and discussion throughout were kind. Eaton currently serves in the position. She’s a Democrat from Deer Isle, raised in a fishing family and has worked in nonprofits and volunteered for her school board. Noyes is unenrolled (politically) and from Southwest Harbor and currently a school board member, self employed as a mason. He focused on fiscal issues throughout the forum. Eventually, at Jones’ prompting, the candidates played “Rock, Paper, Scissors” for who would go first for their closing statements. Noyes used the opportunity to urge others to head to the ballot. “Whether you vote for me or Holly, it’s important that people vote,” Noyes said. He hoped the voter turnout in the district would be over 35 percent because that would mean people were truly engaged. Eaton stressed that she’s a Democrat, but in Augusta, her role isn’t about party. “I am a Democrat, but when I go to Augusta, I am there to represent the people of District 15. I want people to feel as though I’m accessible, that I’m responsive, and that I show up for the district,” Eaton said. Being there for others was vital, she explained. “When something comes before me in Augusta, I try to look at it through the lens of the people and the communities that I represent. How will this affect the people who live here? Does it make it easier or harder to raise a family here, to operate a small business, to work on the water, to afford a home, to keep our schools open, or provide the essential services our communities depend on?” Eaton said. Noyes spoke about fiscal responsibility and about the state being more responsive to communities and the ideas that come from them. “I feel that we desperately need to restore some fiscal sanity, a little bit. So when the legislature meets again,” Noyes said, “it could be critical for Maine residents that we don’t keep digging this hole that we’re in financially and keep raising our taxes so the struggling families struggle even more.” The two answered a series of questions from Jones, then answered questions from the audience and participants via Zoom. Jones asked what they heard the most from people about what was making their lives hard and what can the legislature in Augusta do it about those issues. Both spoke to concerns about heating oil costs. Noyes spoke to the three H’s: health, home, and heat. Eaton and Noyes spoke to the burdens of families with lower incomes, with Eaton mentioning LIHEAP (Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program). They both were in favor of free community college and trade programs. They both supported the working waterfront. Both said that data centers—such as the one proposed in Eastport, which is out of the district—should be a local decision, but neither were in favor of it. The working waterfront was supported by both. Eaton’s served on the Maine Marine Resource Committee in the legislature. She advocated a diversity of fishing resources and less of a reliance on lobstering. Shrimp, she hoped, would make a comeback. Noyes worried about out-of-state pressure on the lobstering industry, also spoke of shrimp harvesting timings, and said he supported the lobstering industry. 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Brookline computer repair shop seeing uptick in business as prices for parts soar
Brooklyn Bar Association highlights detailed business practices, supportive firm culture as keys to firm success
The Brooklyn Bar Association hosted a virtual CLE program on Oct. 14 centered on how law firms can improve their business practices through LEAP, a legal
Alda Center Celebrates 10 Years of Leadership and Initiatives
The Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science at Stony Brook University is celebrating 10 years under the leadership of Executive Director Laura Lindenfeld.
Shop Owner Says Kelly Clarkson Tried to 'Destroy Our Business’
A visit to Brooklyn store Art of Play, where Kelly Clarkson said she was treated poorly when trying to buy a $15,000 songbird item.
MIDDAY GUEST: Jackson Area Business and Professional Women and Excelsior Theatre Company
Mary Jo Middlebrooks, with the Jackson Area Business and Professional Women and Excelsior Theatre Company, joined our show to talk about to upcoming Ghost A-Walkin Tour and Dinner.
Video of Kelly Clarkson’s Art of Play store interaction released
NEW YORK — Kelly Clarkson’s now-notorious visit to Art of Play in Brooklyn — home to a beloved automaton bird named Molly — has been made public. The security footage,
Op-ed: Brooklyn’s empty storefronts should become on-ramps for M/WBEs
A June analysis by New York City Comptroller Mark Levine found approximately 15,700 vacant storefronts citywide.
Security footage from Kelly Clarkson’s Art of Play store visit released
See inside Kelly Clarkson’s Art of Play store visit, as security footage was released showing the star’s visit to the Brooklyn establishment that reportedly lasted under five minutes.
HOW I GOT STARTED: Jim Brooker
Owner of Starlight MFG Solutions in Fulton was vice president at Otis Technology in Phoenix — until the company closed locally. He then decided to open his own shop. “We are pretty much doubling in size each year so far,” he says By Stefan Yablonski Q: When did you start this business” A: I started Starlight MFG Solutions LLC while I was working at another government contractor. I was vice president of engineering at Otis Technology at their Phoenix location until they closed that facility due to a shift in business at the end of 2023. While at Otis, I was also working on Starlight on a part-time basis. I gained a lot of exposure to a lot of different equipment. That is the kind of service we provided to Otis when we were a part of them. Now we have spun that whole concept off here. Q: How would you describe it? A: It’s a manufacturing engineering firm specializing in custom automation to serve as an outsourced engineering support for companies that need additional resources. I want to make it a sustainable business that can partner with local manufacturers to help them. Q: What is your background; did you go to college with this in mind? A: I am a graduate of Rochester Institute of Technology with both a bachelor’s and master’s degree. My B.S. from RIT was in manufacturing engineering technology and my MS from RIT was in manufacturing and mechanical systems integration with a minor in business. Q: Why this type of business? A: I identified a large gap in the market for companies that needed small to medium help with manufacturing projects. Q: What services do you offer? A: We are focusing more on manufacturing. We do a lot of robotics, we do laser marking, we do filling — pretty much anything that the customer needs. Q: Have you seen any growth since you started? A: Yes. We have been growing ever since the company started. Our specialties include robotics, vision inspection and guidance, rotary-indexing workcells, dispense systems, laser marking, machine tending and more. We provide support to companies that need additional resources. We moved to a facility in Fulton about a year and a half ago. We are leasing our space in Fulton — the former NET & Die facility. We bought our own equipment, we are leasing the space. We have been operating here since early 2024. Q: You’re ready to take on bigger jobs? A: We want to stay in the small to medium size market where the large players don’t want to play. That is kind of where we found our niche. We are expanding regionally to take on more of those projects. My customers are relatively small business. They don’t have in-house automation; engineering and development teams are not feasible. Q: Business has been doing well? A: I am pretty satisfied about where we are at. We are definitely growing year to year. We are pretty much doubling in size each year so far. We are self-sustaining. Q: How busy are you on any given day? A: How busy? That’s kind of relative. We average between three and five projects going on in the shop at any time. We have a backlog that is manageable. We have seen a great demand for laser marking. The work is very relationship-driven. Much of it is based on referrals from other customers. Q: So, you must have a pretty big staff? A: No. I have just one other full-time person, a colleague from Otis. I bring in other people as the projects dictate. I handle sales and the overall operation of the manufacturing processes. We use outside sources for some work. We aren’t afraid to take on the other jobs — but we are filling our niche pretty well. Q: Do you get tired? A: I don’t get tired, no not really. Before this I ran a facility in Phoenix for 12 years. I enjoy solving problems and that part of the job is still my favorite. I have a supportive family life at home that definitely helps a lot. I just love the challenge of it. Q: Do you still live in the area? A: Yes. I live in Phoenix, town of Lysander. Q: What is the biggest job you’ve done? A: We have done some that were pretty good size. I don’t want to get into dollar amounts, don’t want to share gross revenue. We try to use locally sourced components. It is just amazing the components you can find that are locally produced.
PROFILE: Ben Sio
New President of CenterState CEO Brings Nearly Two Decades of Experience to Drive CNY Growth By Stefan Yablonski Ben Sio serves as president of the CenterState Corporation for Economic Opportunity — or CenterState CEO. The independent Syracuse-based nonprofit is committed to creating inclusive, equitable and sustainable economic growth in Central New York. “I started in this position in March, so it has been six months. I’m in my 19th year with CenterState,” he said in August. As president, he is responsible for overseeing the organization’s administration and governance, while leading and executing its vision to be an effective advocate, exceptional employer and a force for positive outcomes for the community. He previously served as chief of staff and senior vice president of strategy, policy and planning, overseeing the organization’s long-term strategic planning, consulting, corporate governance, fundraising and development, land-use planning and government relations. In his years with the organization, Sio has led or supported many high-profile strategic initiatives including the creation of the CNY Rising Plan, the launch of the NUAIR Alliance and the region’s UAS strategy, the creation of the Micron-enabled Community Priorities Document and the recently awarded NY Smart I Corridor Tech Hub. “When we decided to split Rob’s [Simpson] role into two positions, he has the CEO title and I got the president title. Rob remains focused on forward looking vision strategy for the organization and I’m more focused on the day-to-day operations,” he explained. “I’m also responsible for building consensus around strategic needs and priorities and managing the change necessary to drive execution. It’s an eventful job. “The experiment that we call CenterState is always evolving and shifting and addressing where we see market demand and market failure. “If we see something in our economy that isn’t going the way we think it should go, then whether it is housing development or workforce development or something else, we are always figuring out how to step into these situations and address those challenges.” “We are the largest ever in terms of staff that we have ever been. We are no longer the 20-person organization we were when we started out many, many years ago,” he said. “There are more day-to-day things to take care of. But also there is just so much happening in the community right now that is pulling CenterState and our expertise in so many directions. I tell people if we were bored and not busy, then I’d be really concerned about what we are doing. But we are not bored. We’ve certainly got our hands full — and that is a good thing.” CenterState has now approximately 63 employees on its staff, according to recent nonprofit database records. It’s involved in myriad programs, ranging from Genius NY, a business accelerator competition for uncrewed systems, IoT and robotics startups, to CenterState Up Start, a collaborative business development program that connects local, service-based businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs to the tools and networks that help them thrive. CNY Guy Through and Through A Central New York guy through and through, Sio was born and raised in Skaneateles. “My mom was a teacher, an art teacher. My father worked for many, many years with National Grid. He was there through the transition from Niagara Mohawk to National Grid,” he said. “Neither of my parents were touched by cutbacks and job loss. But I grew up going through that transition and being concerned that there were rounds of layoffs. My childhood connection to the economy here in Central New York … years ago it was on the decline. There were people that lived here that were concerned about losing their job. They were thinking they lived in a place that didn’t show much promise.” That narrative translated to his generation, he added. “The kids that grew up in the ‘90s in Central New York were very much told, directly or indirectly, by their parents, that they had to go somewhere else to find economic opportunity. That is what I grew up thinking,” he said. “I only went a few miles down Route 20 for college — in Geneva, New York; I graduated from Hobart and William Smith College with a bachelor’s degree in public policy and political science. “I got real interested in regional economies; because what makes regional economy is what makes the economy successful. And when I graduated, I had an opportunity to move to Washington, DC and work down there at a nonprofit doing this work.” However, he decided to stay in Central New York. “I got hired two weeks after I graduated. I got hired by the Greater Syracuse Chamber of Commerce. At the time it was one of two entities doing economic development in Central New York — [the Greater Syracuse Chamber of Commerce and the Metropolitan Development Association] — and it eventually became CenterState CEO,” he said, referring to 2010 merger between the two organizations. During his time at CenterState, Sio has also split time at the Brookings Institution in Washington, D.C., where he supported communities developing export and foreign direct investment (FDI), a long-term cross-border investment where an individual or company from one country buys a lasting stake or control in a business located in another country. The program — known as Global Cities Initiative — was designed to help leaders in major U.S. and international metropolitan areas reorient their local economies toward global markets. “Early on in my tenure at CenterState, we had done a lot of work with the Brookings Institution, just regional planning stuff. We worked with them on developing a regional export plan, to export more products out of Central New York and a larger business plan for the region. They hired me on to help replicate those plans in different parts of the country,”Sio explained. “So, I worked there for three or four years. I worked for CenterState, but I was technically loaned to Brookings for a period of time to help them do this work elsewhere.” Family ties “My wife is Carly. We have been married 14 years. We have two kids, a 3-year-old and a 7-year-old. “With a 3-year-old and a 7-year-old, fun is a relative term these days. We do a lot of hiking. The kids this summer got very interested in waterfalls. We’ve hit every waterfall we could in a short hike — we’ve done Skaneateles and some others.” “I do woodworking and wood turning — it’s a branch of woodworking; you use a wood lathe. My big thing there is making wood bowls. I do that in most of my free time, which is not much,” he quipped. “I like to get into my woodshop and make a bowl and decompress and turn off the rest of the world for a little bit. I usually do it late at night when the house is quiet. It is definitely my escape from the day to day. I make a lot of bowls; all different sizes, all different species of wood. It’s a fun thing to do for me.” He gives away many of his creations. “They are mostly gifts — I don’t really sell them. I really don’t have time to go set up a booth at a fair or craft show. I usually give them away. I donate them to different things. If you are in my periphery, you’ve likely received a salad bowl from me as a gift. I just need to find something to do with all the stuff that I create,” he said. Lifelines Name: Benjamin Sio Position: President, CenterState CEO Birth Date: Not provided Birth place: Syracuse Residence: Westvale Education: Hobart and William Smith Colleges in the Finger Lakes Affiliations: Member of the boards of Skaneateles Festival, Greccio Foundation, Interfaith Works, CNY Community Foundation Personal/family: Married with two kids Hobbies: Woodworking and woodturning
Kelly Clarkson's feud with Brooklyn store escalates as owner says she 'put us in danger' and raises bird's price to $15m
Clarkson claims that the item she wanted to purchase had a $15,000 price tag, but the Brooklyn store insists it was never for sale. The back-and-forth's since gone viral.
Kelly Clarkson and a Brooklyn store clashed on social media. Behind it, power dynamics loomed
Kelly Clarkson's recent dispute with a Brooklyn store highlights the power dynamics between celebrities and everyday people | WBBM Newsradio 780 AM & 105.9 FM
Kelly Clarkson and a Brooklyn store clashed on social media. Behind it, power dynamics loomed
Kelly Clarkson's recent dispute with a Brooklyn store highlights the power dynamics between celebrities and everyday people | 830 WCCO
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Bexar County commissioners back BAMC amid Methodist Healthcare's plans for Level II trauma center
The Bexar County Commissioners Court unanimously approved a resolution Tuesday reaffirming its support for Brooke Army Medical Center’s role in regional trauma care. The vote comes as Methodist Healthcare seeks designation as a Level II trauma facility — a move the court says could affect trauma case distribution and jeopardize BAMC’s mission without coordinated regional assessment.
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What Happened When Kelly Clarkson Publicly Trashed a Small Brooklyn Toy Shop Should Scare Every Business Owner
When Kelly Clarkson publicly criticized a small Brooklyn toy shop, it sparked controversy. Why it's terrifying for entrepreneurs.
Clemson Sports Science Institute to host third annual RECESS Symposium
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Clemson Sports Science Institute to host third annual RECESS Symposium
The Robert H. Brooks Sports Science Institute will host its third annual RECESS Symposium from Nov. 10-12, 2026.
Alliance Family Health Center, GentleBrook building Hartville clinic
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Wizards vs. Nets discussion
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In north Alabama congressional race, a Democrat pitches affordability and political reform
Throughout all of the 20th century, Alabama's 5th Congressional District, anchored in north Alabama, was represented by a Democrat. But in 2010, after the two parties had evolved and ideologically solidified into what they are today, voters sent Republican Mo Brooks to Congress, upending that longstanding electoral stasis.
Kelly Clarkson's online feud with a Brooklyn toy store: PR expert explains
Kelly Clarkson started an online feud with a small business, Art of Play, after she felt mistreated by staff. A PR pro explains why it's a bad look.
Kelly Clarkson’s ‘Pretty Woman’ Complaint Put a Small Business on Blast. Then the Story Changed
The singer's negative experience at a small business went viral. Now, experts are criticizing how it all unfolded on social media.
Kelly Clarkson, Brooklyn store clash over $15,000 mechanical bird price tag
Kelly Clarkson is engaged in a public dispute with a Brooklyn business over an encounter at its store, drawing strong reactions on social media from people taking both sides.
Brooklyn store responds to Kelly Clarkson once again, claims she was in their store for ‘5 minutes’
Clarkson slammed the shop on social media over the weekend, claiming they treated her “like Julia Roberts’ character in ‘Pretty Woman.’”
Brooklyn store responds to Kelly Clarkson once again, claims she was in their store for ‘5 minutes’
The ongoing social media war between Kelly Clarkson and Brooklyn store Art of Play continues as they claim she was in their shop for all of ‘5 minutes.’
Nets, Wizards Put Undefeated Preseason Records on the Line
The Brooklyn Nets and Washington Wizards both enter Monday night’s matchup at 2-0 in the preseason. With Michael Porter Jr. and Day’Ron Sharpe expected back, Brooklyn could get another look at its lineup while trying to extend its winning streak.
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Kelly Clarkson's beef with a Brooklyn store has gone viral. Neither side is backing down.
Clarkson claims that the item she wanted to purchase had a $15,000 price tag, but the Brooklyn store insists it was never for sale. The back-and-forth's since gone viral.
Kelly Clarkson ‘Pretty Woman’ Drama Explained As She Slams Store’s Response
The singer accused a Brooklyn store of treating her like Julia Roberts in 'Pretty Woman.' Now both sides are disputing what happened.
Kelly Clarkson said she received 'Pretty Woman' treatment at NYC shop
Kelly Clarkson said she was treated like Julia Roberts' character in the '90s rom-com "Pretty Woman" when she visited a Brooklyn toy shop.
Kelly Clarkson fires back at store owner over 'rude' treatment
A spokesperson for the Art of Play shop in Brooklyn has reached out to Kelly Clarkson to "try and clear the air".
CAST & Stony Brook ELIH To Hold Health Fair in Peconic Thursday
The Center for Advocacy, Support & Transformation (CAST), in collaboration with Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital and Southold Town, will host a Free Community Health Fair on Thursday, Oct. 15 from 2 to 6 p.m. at the town's Peconic Recreation Center at 970 Peconic Lane in Peconic. The annual event invites community members of
Kelly Clarkson fires back at Brooklyn novelty shop, escalating feud over animatronic bird
Kelly Clarkson isn’t holding back in her feud with the Brooklyn curio Art of Play, calling the novelty retailer ‘rude’ and ‘a liar’ for their response to her allegation she was mistreated by a sales associate.
Kelly Clarkson Slams Brooklyn Store, Business Defends Itself
Art of Play, a novelty store in Brooklyn. N.Y., is responding to Kelly Clarkson's claims.
Brooklyn Store Says Kelly Clarkson Wanted To Buy Something That Wasn't For Sale
Kelly Clarkson blasted the retail shop on X, saying the employees looked at her like she couldn’t afford the pieces.
Kelly Clarkson’s Viral Feud With Brooklyn Magic Shop Escalates After Shop Rejects Her Claim She Was Treated Like a Prostitute
Art of Play in Brooklyn rejected Kelly Clarkson's claim she was treated like a prostitute at the shop, which it said led to it being "suddenly attacked" online
Nets Allowed 3rd-Fewest Points in Paint Last Season
Nic Claxton’s departure leaves Brooklyn’s elite interior defense in flux as Jordi Fernández pivots to a high-pressure, turnover-heavy scheme to compensate for a lack of traditional rim protection.
Kelly Clarkson slams New York store for alleged 'Pretty Woman' moment
Kelly Clarkson says a store in Brooklyn just made a big mistake. Big. Huge!
Kelly Clarkson slams Brooklyn store over ‘Pretty Woman’ treatment
Kelly Clarkson claims a Brooklyn store employee treated her like she couldn't afford the merchandise, comparing the experience to "Pretty Woman."
Kelly Clarkson slams Brooklyn store over ‘Pretty Woman’ treatment
Kelly Clarkson claims a Brooklyn store employee treated her like she couldn't afford the merchandise, comparing the experience to "Pretty Woman."
Power & Politics: One-on-one with NYC Office of Community Safety
Office of Community Safety Commissioner Dr. Ayesha Delany-Brumsey and Brooklyn Council Member Crystal Hudson join the show this week.
Chris Brooks heads to IR
Packers RB Chris Brooks will be put on injured reserve following three consecutive DNP designations
Packers place running back Chris Brooks on injured reserve
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Chris Brooks won't play in Week 5
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Russell Westbrook wants to carry torch for L.A. Olympics
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Planned Downtown Brooklyn entertainment hub promises Instagram moments and a refuge for rainy days
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Food as Medicine Symposium Explores Nutrition, Health and Community
At 82, Hampton Bays resident Ann Coppola is still looking for ways to live healthier. A plant-based eater, she came to Stony Brook Southampton on September 25 with questions about nutrition, supplements and how the food she eats can support her health. “I don’t need a prescription,” Coppola said. “I just need knowledge.” That desire
Week 6: Thursday high school football scores & highlights
Haughton 41, St. Fredericks 0 Haynesville 54, Glenbrook 36 Huntington 33, Byrd 28 BTW 26, Northwood 58 Linden-Kildare 14, James Bowie 56 Other scores: (LA) Lakeside 15, Mansfield 42 (LA) Bossier 0, North Webster 22 (LA) Loyola 46, Sterlington 66 (TX) Gladewater 46, Sabine 14 (TX) Overton 49, Cross Roads 22
LeBron James set to make highly anticipated 76ers preseason debut
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Stony Brook Brings AI Expertise to Long Island Small Businesses Through LIA-AI Growth Academy
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Reading Reno: Brooke Westlake shares her journey from beauty queen to business leader
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