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Andrea Goldsmith begins tenure as seventh president at Stony Brook University
Andrea Goldsmith, PhD, began her role as the seventh president of Stony Brook University on August 4, 2025.
William Floyd School District updates kindergarten screening process for 2025-26
Most incoming kindergarten students for the 2025-26 school year at William Floyd School District have already completed their required screenings, either during Pre-K or in June.
Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest premium gas during week ending July 26
1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 26, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Brookhaven Town Clerk discusses senior services at Mt. Sinai Senior Club meeting
LaValle stated, "Thank you to the members of the Mt. Sinai Senior Club for having me. I enjoyed answering questions about the services we provide and the projects I’m working on to enhance those services.”
Stony Brook leaders recognized among City & State’s inaugural Long Island Trailblazers
Stony Brook University Associate Vice President for Government Relations Carl Mills III and Stony Brook Council Member Linda Armyn have been named to City & State’s inaugural Long Island Trailblazers list.
Stony Brook’s Pi Sigma Alpha wins best chapter award for third consecutive year
Stony Brook University’s Eta Theta chapter of Pi Sigma Alpha has received the Best Chapter Award for the third consecutive year.
SUNY launches centralized website with resources for veterans at all campuses
Active duty service members, veterans, and their families who are enrolled in or considering any State University of New York (SUNY) institution, including Stony Brook University, now have access to a new online resource at suny.edu/military.
Stony Brook’s summer transition program supports incoming students with disabilities
Stony Brook University recently hosted its third annual Student Accessibility Support Center (SASC) Summer Transition Program, designed to help incoming students with disabilities adjust to college life.
Stony Brook launches new supercomputer cluster aimed at advancing artificial intelligence research
Stony Brook University has launched a new high-performance computing cluster, NVwulf, to support artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and data-intensive scientific research.
Stony Brook Film Festival marks 30 years with record attendance and global entries
The 30th Annual Stony Brook Film Festival concluded on July 26, marking three decades of independent filmmaking.
Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest midgrade gas during week ending July 26
According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 3 gas stations had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 26.
Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending July 26
According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 26.
Alumni gather at golf classic to fund scholarships for Stony Brook students
For over 20 years, the Alumni Scholarship Golf Classic has played a vital role in supporting more than 400 Stony Brook students.
Stony Brook receives dual state designation as advanced tech centers
Two research centers at Stony Brook University have been designated as Centers for Advanced Technology (CATs) by New York State.
Patricia Wright receives lifetime achievement award from International Primatological Society
Stony Brook University Distinguished Service Professor Patricia Wright has been selected for a Lifetime Achievement Award by the International Primatological Society (IPS).
Stony Brook professor receives lifetime achievement award from International Primatological Society
Stony Brook University Distinguished Service Professor Patricia Wright has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by the International Primatological Society (IPS).
Stony Brook launches academy for future STEMM leaders
Stony Brook University and the State University of New York (SUNY) have announced the launch of the SUNY Research Leadership Academy.
Stony Brook scientists challenge negative perceptions of sharks through research
When the movie Jaws was released in 1975, it instilled a widespread fear of sharks, portraying them as dangerous predators.
Janet Hyunju Clarke named 2025 Library Journal 'Mover and Shaker
Janet Hyunju Clarke has been recognized for her dedication to the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community at Stony Brook University.
Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending July 26
According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 26.
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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.
Mastic Fire Department marks 100 years with Centennial Parade
The South Shore Press was there for the Mastic Fire Department’s 100th Anniversary celebration.
From the Newsroom: ABC cans heartless hack Kimmel
Free speech doesn’t mean freedom from consequences. Kimmel spewed vile lies. ABC had every right to can him. They were right to do it.