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Dec 13, 2025

Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk

Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.

Nov 10, 2025

Stony Brook receives $260K grant from Santander US Bank for student workforce program

Stony Brook University has received a $260,000 grant from Santander US Bank to support its new Pathways to Employability initiative.

Nov 10, 2025

William Floyd United Teachers organizes annual coat giveaway for local families

William Floyd United Teachers (WFUT) will hold its third annual 1,000 Coat Giveaway on Saturday, November 15.

Nov 10, 2025

William Floyd varsity gymnastics heads to county championships after strong regular season

The William Floyd High School varsity gymnastics team has ended its regular season with a 9-1 record, finishing second in League I. This result qualifies the Colonials for the Section XI team county championships for the third year in a row.

Nov 9, 2025

Eight William Floyd High School students receive NYSSMA All-State honors

Eight students from William Floyd High School have been recognized by the New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) as All-State musicians, a distinction awarded to top high school performers in New York.

Nov 9, 2025

Brookhaven expands online access to over 20 years of property tax records

Residents of Brookhaven can now access more than twenty years of property tax records online, following a new service launched by the Town’s Office of the Receiver of Taxes.

Nov 8, 2025

First-generation student stories featured during Stony Brook University celebration

Nearly 40 percent of Stony Brook University’s undergraduate students are the first in their families to attend college, a demographic that faces unique challenges navigating higher education without family guidance.

Nov 8, 2025

Stony Brook Southampton to host public talk on Parkinson's disease with Dr. Ray Dorsey

Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Center for Parkinson’s Disease and the Stony Brook University School of Health Professions will host an event featuring Dr. Ray Dorsey on December 3 at Duke Lecture Hall, Stony Brook Southampton.

Nov 8, 2025

Stony Brook University Marketing and Communications wins four CASE District II awards

Stony Brook University's Office of Marketing and Communications has received four awards from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) District II for 2025.

Nov 7, 2025

Stony Brook expands internship program focused on cybersecurity challenges facing energy sector

Stony Brook University’s Office for Research and Innovation has begun the second year of its Energy CyberLearn Internship Program, an initiative focused on preparing students to address cybersecurity challenges in the energy and utilities sector.

Nov 7, 2025

Stony Brook University seeks student art for chemistry-themed exhibition

The College of Arts and Sciences at Stony Brook University is calling for student submissions for its upcoming exhibition, "Arts Everywhere: Showcasing Transformation from Chemistry to Art."

Nov 7, 2025

William Floyd School District hosts annual faculty art exhibit

The William Floyd School District Art Department is holding its annual Faculty Art Exhibit at the Susan Hersh Art Gallery, located in the main lobby of William Floyd High School.

Nov 7, 2025

Stony Brook occupational therapy students assist older drivers through CarFit program

Second-year doctoral students from Stony Brook University’s Occupational Therapy Program recently participated in a CarFit event aimed at helping older drivers adjust their vehicles for improved safety and comfort.

Nov 7, 2025

Stony Brook University Hospital receives national recognition from Healthgrades for specialty clinical care

Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH) has received national recognition from Healthgrades for its clinical care in stroke, cardiac, and joint replacement services.

Nov 7, 2025

Phyllis Sterne establishes funds supporting Stony Brook's NICU and nursing education

Phyllis Sterne, who experienced an emergency C-section and a five-week stay in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Stony Brook University Hospital over 40 years ago, has established two funds to support NICU services and nursing education...

Nov 7, 2025

Stony Brook University artists participate in Port Jefferson Fall Art Walk

Three members of the Stony Brook University community are participating in the 2025 Fall Art Walk in Port Jefferson, showcasing their artwork throughout the village.

Nov 7, 2025

William Floyd varsity football finishes undefeated season ahead of playoffs

The William Floyd High School varsity football team, under the leadership of head coach Paul Longo, completed its 2025 regular season undefeated with an 8-0 record.

Nov 7, 2025

Stony Brook professor named inaugural fellow supporting SUNY's new approach to teaching about artificial intelligence

Shyam Sharma, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences at Stony Brook University, has been named among the first group of SUNY’s AI for the Public Good Fellows.

Nov 7, 2025

Jazz Loft @ Southampton presents Sinatra tribute concert on November 7

The Jazz Loft @ Southampton Concert Series will continue its fall season on Friday, November 7, with a performance titled “Strictly Sinatra!

Nov 7, 2025

Stony Brook University launches employability program for first-generation students with Santander grant

Stony Brook University has received a grant from Santander US to support its new Pathways to Employability initiative.

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Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk

Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.


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Suffolk County on the hook for $112 million after losing lawsuit

Suffolk County is on the losing end of a $112 million jury award involving 674 immigrants that were unlawfully held and handed over to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).


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Holocaust Center calls on second generation to carry torch

Holocaust survivors are looking to the second generation to combat hate and intolerance.