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Judge Overturns $25 Million Award in Bay Shore School Abuse Case, Calls for Reduced Settlement or Retrial

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Bay Shore, NY — A significant legal shake-up has occurred as a Suffolk County Supreme Court judge has overturned a $25 million jury verdict originally awarded against the Bay Shore School District. The school district was previously found liable due to its continued employment of Thomas Bernagozzi, a former teacher accused of sexually abusing students. Justice Christopher Modelewski has instead proposed a drastically reduced sum of $4 million, setting the stage for a potential retrial unless an agreement is reached. In rendering this decision late last week, Judge Modelewski specified the breakdown of the new … Read more

Maryland Court Enforces Stricter Pollution Controls on Eastern Shore Poultry Plant Amid Environmental Concerns

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ANNAPOLIS, Md. — A Maryland court has mandated tighter pollution controls at an Eastern Shore poultry rendering facility following a judge’s ruling that sided with environmental groups. The Dorchester County Circuit Court concluded that the state’s previously issued discharge permit for Valley Proteins did not adequately protect local water bodies. This ruling requires the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) to revise the permit to impose stricter regulations and ensure better water quality in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The plant, which converts poultry byproduct into pet food, sits along the Transquaking River, a tributary of … Read more

Multiple Arrests Unfold in Jersey Shore: Assault, Theft, and Drug Charges Dominate Local Crime Reports

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Jersey Shore, PA – A recent spate of criminal activities has led to multiple arrests and charges in Lycoming County, spanning incidents from domestic disturbances to narcotics trafficking. Authorities have reported a surge in police actions, leading to the apprehension of several individuals involved in various criminal offenses over the last few months. In one notable case, Damian Edward Colegrove, aged 42 and residing on Lycoming Creek Road, was charged with simple assault, harassment, and criminal trespass following an altercation where he is alleged to have repeatedly struck his ex-girlfriend’s current boyfriend on November 2. … Read more

Bay Shore School District Held Accountable for Neglecting Student Abuse Claims

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Bay Shore, NY — A recent ruling has placed the Bay Shore Union Free School District under scrutiny for its handling of sexual abuse claims lodged against Thomas Bernagozzi, a former teacher in the district. The court has found the district liable for negligence in addressing the allegations, marking a significant turn in a case that has captured local concern and raised questions about oversight in educational institutions. Details emerged that the district allegedly overlooked repeated signals and accusations that pointed to Bernagozzi’s misconduct over the years. This oversight, as court documents suggest, may have … Read more