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Stony Brook University wins gold at international synthetic biology competition
Stony Brook University's iGEM team has secured a gold medal at the iGEM Giant Jamboree, marking their third victory in this prestigious competition.
Stony Brook hospitals earn top safety grades from The Leapfrog Group
Stony Brook University Hospital and Stony Brook Southampton Hospital have both received an 'A' Hospital Safety Grade for fall 2024 from The Leapfrog Group.
Plaintiff alleges Suffolk County violated constitutional rights with firearm policy
A lawsuit has been filed against Suffolk County, New York, challenging the constitutionality of its firearm policies.
Daughter files lawsuit against healthcare providers alleging medical malpractice led to mother's death
Heidi Fischer, acting as the administrator of her deceased mother Margaret Ann Fischer’s estate, has filed a lawsuit alleging medical malpractice and negligence against several healthcare providers.
City of New York sues e-cigarette distributor Price Point over illegal vape sales
The City of New York has filed a lawsuit against Price Point Distributors Inc., accusing the company of illegal e-cigarette sales.
Plaintiff accuses Mars Petcare of misleading consumers with 'natural' labeling
A lawsuit has been filed against Mars Petcare US, Inc., accusing the company of misleading consumers by labeling its products as "natural" despite containing synthetic ingredients.
Student muralist recognized by SoMAS dean for octopus artwork
The School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS) recently celebrated student artist Norah Allam for her octopus mural in the Endeavor Hall lobby.
Zariel Macchia wins Suffolk Championship and earns USATF Athlete of the Week
William Floyd High School senior Zariel Macchia has achieved significant success in recent competitions. On November 6, she won her fourth consecutive Class A title at the Suffolk Cross Country Championships and State Qualifiers held at Sunken Meadow Park, completing the 5K race in 18:49.7. This victory qualifies her for the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) Cross Country Championships on November 16 at Queensbury High School.
Stony Brook University Highlights Global Impact at 'Unstoppable Momentum' Event
Stony Brook University recently celebrated its global impact at the "Unstoppable Momentum" event held on October 25. The gathering highlighted stories of the university's efforts to shape a better future for students, the community, and the planet.
Stony Brook team explores offshore wind farm's impact on future energy
In 2016, Block Island, Rhode Island, transitioned from diesel generators to five offshore wind turbines, marking the first commercial offshore wind farm in the United States.
Stony Brook women’s soccer wins CAA title; faces Penn State next
The Stony Brook University women's soccer team secured its first-ever Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) championship by defeating Monmouth 2-1 on November 9.
New director Dino Martins discusses climate research at Turkana Basin Institute
Dino Martins, a Kenyan entomologist and evolutionary biologist, took over as the director of Stony Brook University's Turkana Basin Institute in September.
William Floyd United Teachers Hosts Second Annual Coat Giveaway on November 23
William Floyd United Teachers (WFUT) is set to host its second annual 1,000 Coat Giveaway on Saturday, November 23. The event will take place at the William Floyd High School west gymnasium, starting at 9 a.m. WFUT invites the community to participate in this event designed to support families as temperatures drop and holiday celebrations begin.
Stony Brook Hosted Conference Promoting Inclusive Opportunities for People Living With Disabilities
The second annual Inclusion Done Right! (IDR!) Conference convened a diverse group of participants at Stony Brook University to discuss and advance practices that promote inclusion, participation, and accessibility. Held on October 18 at the Charles B. Wang Center Theater, the event was organized by Stony Brook's School of Health Professions and the Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Intercultural Initiatives (DI3), with support from the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) and sponsorship from Bethpage Federal Credit Union.
Dr. Huseyin Isildak named chief at Stony Brook's ENT division
Dr. Apostolos Tassiopoulos, the chair of the Stony Brook Department of Surgery, has announced the appointment of Dr. Huseyin Isildak as chief of the Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (ENT). Dr. Isildak had been serving as interim...
Beverage company Bear's Fruit accused of falsely advertising products as 'non-alcoholic'
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Bear's Fruit, LLC, alleging that the company misled consumers by marketing its kombucha beverages as non-alcoholic while they allegedly contain alcohol levels above legal limits.
Sportswear company Under Armour accused of deceptive pricing practices
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Under Armour, Inc., alleging deceptive pricing practices. Plaintiff Linda Rappaport filed the complaint on October 29 which claims that Under Armour misled consumers with false discount schemes at its Factory outlets and online store.
Fomer employee alleges Antech Diagnostics engaged in retaliatory practices
On October 30, a former employee filed a lawsuit against Antech Diagnostics, alleging wrongful termination and retaliation after raising concerns about illegal practices in the workplace. Plaintiff Samantha Perez's lawsuit describes a series of incidents during her time as an office manager at the company.
Mynaric accused of misleading investors amidst production setbacks
A class action lawsuit has been filed against a laser communication company, Mynaric AG, for allegedly misleading investors with inaccurate financial projections.
Young Authors Celebrate Original Works in the South Country Central School District
Each student shared a favorite "scene" from their book and then participated in a "book walk" where they signed and complimented other students' stories.
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South Shore Press is Around the World: Dispatch From New Zealand
South Shore Press reporter Robert Chartuk is halfway around the world, having crossed the Equator to file this report:
Ward Melville's Athletic Trainer Wins Alumni Award
Ward Melville's Athletic Trainer and Science Teacher Claudine Weiner recently was awarded the Outstanding Alumni Award from Stony Brook University.
Coach Desi Honored
This weekend the Suffolk County Baseball Coaches Association honored legendary Coach Al Desiderio.