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Jun 19, 2025

Smithtown Fire Department offers public CPR class on June 29

On June 29, 2025, the Smithtown Fire Department will conduct a CPR class for the public.

Jun 19, 2025

Stony Brook launches summer research program for SUNY undergraduates

Stony Brook University has launched its 2025 Summer Opportunity for Academic Research (SOAR) program, welcoming a diverse group of undergraduates from the State University of New York (SUNY) system.

Jun 19, 2025

Stony Brook receives NSF funding for seabird study in Southern Ocean

A new research initiative led by Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS) has received a three-year, $666,910 award from the National Science Foundation (NSF).

Jun 19, 2025

Stony Brook hosts conference on political behavior amid turbulent times

Stony Brook University recently hosted a significant conference on political behavior, organized by the Department of Political Science.

Jun 19, 2025

Clean energy professionals visit Long Island wind farm after completing training

A group of clean energy professionals recently embarked on a visit to a wind farm off the coast of Long Island.

Jun 19, 2025

Stony Brook hosts camp for children who stutter

Stony Brook University is set to host a unique program this summer aimed at supporting children and teens who stutter.

Jun 19, 2025

Stony Brook's Center for Inclusive Education celebrates graduates' milestones

The Center for Inclusive Education (CIE) at Stony Brook University recently held its annual Graduation Celebration and Pinning Ceremony on May 21.

Jun 19, 2025

30 Stony Brook faculty honored with SUNY Chancellor's Awards

Thirty faculty and staff members from Stony Brook University have been recognized with the 2024-2025 State University of New York (SUNY) Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence.

Jun 19, 2025

Tara L. Huston completes prestigious leadership fellowship

Stony Brook Surgery's Tara L. Huston, MD, has successfully completed the Hedwig van Ameringen Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine (ELAM) Fellowship.

Jun 19, 2025

Cheapest midgrade gas found in Suffolk County during week ending June 14

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 14.

Jun 18, 2025

Cheapest regular gas found in Suffolk County during week ending June 14

1 gas station had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jun 18, 2025

Councilwoman Kesnig attends ribbon-cutting at Long Island Game Farm

Brookhaven Councilwoman Karen Dunne Kesnig recently participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly renovated Woodland Trail at the Long Island Game Farm.

Jun 18, 2025

William Floyd schools closed for Juneteenth observance

William Floyd schools will not be in session on Thursday, June 19, to observe Juneteenth.

Jun 18, 2025

Nathaniel Woodhull holds fifth grade moving-up ceremony

Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School held its Fifth Grade Moving-Up Ceremony on June 18, 2025.

Jun 18, 2025

William Floyd Elementary holds fifth grade moving-up ceremony

William Floyd Elementary School held its Fifth Grade Moving-Up Ceremony on June 16.

Jun 18, 2025

Moriches Elementary celebrates fifth grade moving-up ceremony

Moriches Elementary School held its Fifth Grade Moving-Up Ceremony on June 17, 2025.

Jun 18, 2025

Native American Guardian’s Association challenges New York school mascot regulation in federal court

The Native American Guardian’s Association (NAGA) has filed a lawsuit challenging a New York State regulation that prohibits public schools from using Indigenous names, mascots, and logos. The complaint was brought against the New York State Board of Regents and its members.

Jun 18, 2025

Customer sues Empire Cadillac over alleged auto finance fraud

A customer has filed a lawsuit against MBLIC Motors LLC, doing business as Empire Cadillac, alleging fraudulent and deceptive practices in connection with an automobile transaction.

Jun 18, 2025

Ridgewood property owners sue Hyundai Marine & Fire Insurance over denied fire damage claim

Two New York residents have filed a lawsuit against Hyundai Marine & Fire Insurance Co., Ltd (U.S. Branch), alleging breach of contract and bad faith denial of an insurance claim related to fire damage.

Jun 18, 2025

Hillside Hotel files lawsuit over alleged $5 million fraud judgment

Hillside Hotel LLC has filed a lawsuit alleging a fraudulent scheme that led to a $5 million default judgment against the company. The lawsuit names Gorayeb & Associates, PC, Christopher J. Gorayeb, Jonathan D. Moran, and others as defendants.

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Education

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.


Local

Warrant Executed in Bay Shore – 25 Dogs Rescued

Suffolk County SPCA and police rescued 25 dogs from a Bay Shore home in “unsanitary and inhumane conditions."


Local

LI Legend Billy Joel’s Past Loves and Languish Tackled in Sprawling New Doc

Directors Susan Lacy and Jessica Levin cut together “Billy Joel: And So It Goes” in express collaboration with the titular man of the hour, nay, 5 hours’ worth of said enlightening BTS entertainment—and then some.