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Allstate sues New York medical suppliers over alleged $679,000 insurance fraud scheme
Allstate Insurance Company has filed a lawsuit targeting multiple defendants involved in an alleged fraudulent scheme related to durable medical equipment (DME).
Fly-E Group shareholder sues executives over alleged investor deception
A shareholder has filed a lawsuit against electric vehicle company Fly-E Group, the company's board, and executive officers, accusing them of misleading investors about the safety and financial prospects of their products.
Republicans challenge New York’s Even Year Election Law in federal court
The New York Republican State Committee has filed a lawsuit against the State of New York and Governor Kathy Hochul, challenging the recently enacted Even Year Election Law (EYEL).
Moriches Elementary holds annual pumpkin carving contest
Moriches Elementary School recently held its 46th annual “Great Pumpkin” contest, inviting students and their families to carve pumpkins into creative designs.
SUNY announces new tuition rate program for active-duty service members
The State University of New York (SUNY) has introduced the SUNY Military Tuition Rate Program, a new initiative aimed at making higher education more affordable for active-duty service members, National Guard members, and reservists.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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."
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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William Floyd Celebrates the Olympics
This week, as Olympic fever swept across the globe, the William Floyd School District joined in the excitement with its own celebration of the Winter Games. While many of the world’s greatest athletes gathered in Milan Cortina, Italy, for the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics, William Floyd Elementary School hosted a memorable version of its own Winter Olympics opening ceremony.