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Cops Kick the Soccer Ball With Kids for a Good Cause
It was a beautiful November day filled with teamwork and community spirit.
Suffolk County's Top Cop Welcomes Patchogue-Medford High School Students
The visit included a display of the various vehicles used by the Sheriff's Office, along with explanations of their purposes and importance in law enforcement operations.
Peace Pole Dedicated in Rocky Point
Peace poles originated in Japan after World War II and can be found today in many prominent places, including the United Nations, the Pentagon, and the Peace Palace in The Hague, Netherlands. Peace poles are intended to serve as reminders to think, speak, and act in a spirit of peace and harmony in the community.
South Country School District Unveils New Logo
The logo, designed by Bellport High School senior Luke Graser, was selected as part of a districtwide contest.
Connetquot Honors Alumni of Distinction
Alison Napolitano (Class of 1993), Marianne Loose (Class of 1985) and Thomas Croci (Class of 1990).
Connetquot High School Students Lead Mindfulness Workshop
Students from Connetquot High School's psychology and mindfulness in music with peer mentorship classes organized and led a series of interactive stations where the Bosti students explored different mindfulness practices.
Career Day at Blue Point Elementary School
Parents, grandparents, and community members visited kindergarten through fifth grade classrooms to share their respective career paths.
Motorcyclist Killed in Crash
Police said William Sarubbi was driving a 2014 Suzuki motorcycle eastbound on the Long Island Expressway, just east of exit 68, when he collided with the back of a 2024 Ford F250 pickup truck being driven by Derick Perez.
Queens man sues NYPD officers for civil rights violations after traffic incident
A Queens resident is suing the City of New York and several police officers, alleging civil rights violations.
Councilwoman Bonner attends peace pole dedication at local school
On November 18, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended a ceremony at Joseph A. Edgar Intermediate School in Rocky Point for the dedication of a Peace Pole.
Scientists reveal new insights into cooperative radiative phenomena
A team of researchers led by Dominik Schneble, a professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Stony Brook University, has made significant advancements in the field of quantum optics.
Stony Brook University introduces new climate sciences major for Spring 2025
Stony Brook University is introducing a new major in Climate Sciences through its School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS).
True Peace Nail Lounge opens in Rocky Point
On November 15, Councilwoman Jane Bonner marked the grand opening of True Peace Nail Lounge, Hair Salon and Spa in Rocky Point.
Staller Center hosts annual Messiah sing-along on December 8
Members of the University Orchestra, vocal soloists, and conductors will perform Handel’s Messiah at Stony Brook's Staller Center on December 8.
Brookhaven Labs Scientists Discover Lasers Can Cast Shadows Under Specific Conditions
Researchers have discovered that under specific conditions, a laser beam can cast a shadow, challenging traditional views on light and shadows. This finding could pave the way for new technologies where one laser beam controls another.
Third graders at Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary Honor Local Veterans with Special Ceremony
Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School recently held a ceremony to honor local veterans, organized by the third-grade students. The event involved researching the six branches of the U.S. Armed Forces and writing thank you letters to veterans. Students from all grades contributed to a "Woodhull Wall of Honor," displaying photos of local veterans against an American flag backdrop.
Stony Brook leaders featured at national higher education conference
Stony Brook University leaders played a significant role at the 2024 Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU) Annual Meeting held in Orlando, Florida.
Tangier Smith Elementary Partners with William Floyd High School CTE programs
Tangier Smith Elementary School fifth-grade students recently engaged in a collaborative learning experience with the William Floyd High School's Cosmetology and Barbering academies. This initiative is part of the high school's Career and Technology Education (CTE) program.
Staller Center announces diverse Spring lineup for arts enthusiasts
The Staller Center for the Arts has announced its Spring 2025 lineup, offering a range of performances that include theater, music, and dance.
Scientists discover lasers can cast shadows under specific conditions
Researchers have discovered that under specific conditions, a laser beam can cast a shadow, challenging traditional views on light and shadows.
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Don't Expect Bregman to Pay Off
This week, one of the bigger names in the free agency cycle signed with the Chicago Cubs, and fantasy managers everywhere sighed. Usually, anyone heading to Wrigley Field is viewed as a positive, but for Alex Bregman, more information has emerged suggesting this move could spell trouble for his fantasy outlook. Bregman is a right-handed pull hitter who previously played in two of the more favorable home parks for that profile in Houston and Boston. Both parks feature short left-field dimensions that reward pulled fly balls and help inflate power numbers.
Futures Bettors Will Be Smiling
The College Football Championship is set, and it pits two of the more unlikely teams against each other. Indiana may have the largest living alumni base in the country, with more than 800,000 graduates, but few expected the Hoosiers to reach this stage. They feature zero five-star recruits and have instead relied on depth, discipline, and consistency while dominating all season long.